Cadillac auctions off its first Escalade IQ, with a significantly improved range

Cadillac and Barrett-Jackson have announced plans to auction off the first Escalade IQ at the Scottsdale Fall Auction this October. It’s not clear how much the car will cost, but the standard model is expected to start at around $130,000, with all proceeds going to the Detroit Children’s Fund.

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The two companies didn’t reveal much about the first production model, but they released an image of a black Raven Sport 2 model. While the photo doesn’t really show anything special, the electric model features a black crystal shield grille flanked by vertical headlights. The model also features aerodynamically optimized 24-inch wheels, a fixed glass roof, and available power doors. Customers will also find an eTrunk, which opens to reveal a carpeted compartment that can hold 12.2 cubic feet (345 liters) of luggage.

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The interior is a highlight, with a luxurious combination of leather, wood and metal trim. They are connected by a 55-inch curved display and an 11-inch front control center.

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The model can also be equipped with an optional Executive Second-Row Seating Package, which adds a rear center console and 14-way power seats with heating, ventilation and massage functions. The package also includes two 12.6-inch display screens, a rear command center, stowable tray tables and a dual wireless smartphone charger.

Cadillac hasn’t released detailed specs yet, but the model will have a range of about 460 miles (740 km) from a 200-kilowatt-hour battery pack. That’s 10 miles (16 km) more than originally estimated.

The battery powers a dual-motor all-wheel drive system with a combined output of 680 hp (507 kW / 689 PS) and 615 lb-ft (834 Nm) of torque. In Velocity Max mode, those numbers climb to 750 hp (559 kW / 760 PS) and 785 lb-ft (1,063 Nm) of torque.

Other highlights include Super Cruise, Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 and an adaptive air suspension that can raise or lower the body. The Escalade IQ also has four-wheel steering and a reach mode that allows the SUV to drive diagonally.

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