The Cadillac Escalade ESV is one of the most capable and luxurious full-size SUVs on the market today. With its strong V8 engine, advanced trailering technologies, and spacious interior, the Escalade ESV can confidently haul heavy loads while keeping passengers comfortable. But just how much can the Escalade ESV tow?
In this comprehensive guide, we’ll provide an in-depth look at the 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV’s towing capacities, engine specs, standard and available trailering features, and tips for safe towing. Whether you’re considering the Escalade ESV for weekend trips or serious work, read on to learn why it’s one of the best in its class for towing and hauling.
Highlights of the 2022 Escalade ESV’s Towing Capabilities
- Max towing capacity: 8,000 pounds
- Standard V8 engine: 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque
- Available trailering package: Includes hitch guidance, trailer tire pressure monitoring, and more
- Advanced driver aids: HD Surround Vision, rear camera mirror, and more
With best-in-class cargo space, passenger room, and technologies for towing confidence, the new Escalade ESV is built to take on your biggest hauling jobs.
Powerful V8 Engine Provides Robust Towing Strength
Under the hood of every 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV is a 6.2L V8 engine producing a stout 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque. This powerful plant provides the brute force necessary for pulling heavy loads, accelerating onto highways, and climbing steep grades.
The V8 pairs with a 10-speed automatic transmission that ensures you’re always in the optimal gear, whether cruising empty or hauling a full trailer. There’s also an available Duramax 3.0L turbo-diesel engine that provides increased fuel efficiency, though it lowers max towing capacity slightly.
With the standard V8, however, the Escalade ESV can confidently pull up to 8,000 pounds when properly equipped. That’s enough capacity for a wide range of recreational and work trailers.
Trailer Sway Control and Other Towing Aids
Towing heavy loads requires special equipment and technology to do it safely and easily. That’s why the Cadillac Escalade ESV comes standard with a comprehensive trailering package including:
- Trailer sway control: Uses selective braking to counteract dangerous trailer sway
- Hill start assist: Prevents rollback when starting on an incline
- Trailering checklist: Guides you through important pre-towing checks
- In-vehicle trailering app: Lets you perform trailer light checks and monitor tire pressures
When you opt for the available Heavy-Duty Trailering Package, you also add important features like an integrated trailer brake controller, hitch guidance with hitch view, and trailer tire pressure monitoring.
Safety Technologies Provide Towing Confidence
The Escalade ESV incorporates GM’s latest safety systems to make towing feel more confident than ever. Technologies like HD Surround Vision, Rear Camera Mirror, and Automatic Parking Assist help you maneuver and place your trailer with ease.
There’s also Forward Collision Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, and more. These innovations alert you of hazards and can even intervene if necessary to prevent collisions.
And with the available night vision system, you can detect pedestrians and animals in your path well before your headlights illuminate them.
Spacious, Comfortable Cabin
After a long day of trailering, the Escalade ESV welcomes driver and passengers with an incredibly spacious, luxurious cabin. There’s abundant legroom even in the third row, while available semi-aniline leather seating surfaces look and feel sublime.
The ESV model’s 140+ cubic feet of maximum cargo room provides versatility for hauling equipment, luggage, and gear. With all seats folded, you can transport especially long or bulky cargo.
Up front, the curved OLED display and AKG audio system provide a first-class infotainment experience. And thoughtful details like heated/ventilated seats, soft-close doors, and ambient interior lighting create an oasis inside the cabin.
Tips for Towing Safely with the Escalade ESV
To make the most of the Escalade ESV’s towing capabilities, keep these safety tips in mind:
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Make sure your trailer and hitch are rated for at least the vehicle’s max towing capacity.
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Distribute weight appropriately by loading the trailer heavier in the front. Avoid overloading.
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Double-check trailer light connections and brake wiring before each trip.
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Adjust side mirrors to fully see down the sides of the trailer.
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Allow extra room for stopping distance and turning when towing.
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Use lower gears instead of riding your brakes when descending grades.
Rely on the 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV for Your Towing Needs
With formidable V8 power, advanced trailering tech, and abundant interior comforts, the new Cadillac Escalade ESV stands at the head of the full-size luxury SUV class. This iconic vehicle provides the muscle, refinement and versatility needed for recreational towing or taking work trailers on the job.
If you need an SUV that can confidently haul heavy loads while keeping your family comfortable, the 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV has the strength, features and premium appointments that get the job done in style. Stop by your Cadillac dealer to experience the Escalade ESV’s towing capabilities for yourself.
