CADILLAC ESCALADE ‘07 . To boot, the overwhelming feeling once settling into the 2007 Cadillac Escalade is royalty at its finest. Arguably the best looking SUV on the road this year, the 22” chromed out wheels (18’s are standard) and airtight suspension ensure a stately smooth ride. With a growing population of mini-UVs hogging the road, the Escalade moves with masculine intentions. While it shares its internal platform – the GMT900 – with the Denali and Chevrolet Tahoe, the Escalade is pure Caddy. Elegant to the tee, wood grain accentuates the steering wheel, armrest, dash and center stack. As for other specific markings, chrome is easily one of the
Escalade’s more appealing and individualistic features – inside and out. Applied on its massive cross hatch grille, door handles, wheels and spotted parts of the luxury leathered inside, there is no shortage of shine. A newer aerodynamic element sets the ’07 Escalade apart from its previous editions and its flowing bumpers camouflage gaps, creating a less bulky look.
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Seating Capacity: 6 Available Engines: Vortec 6.2L V-8 16 valve OHV SMPI Drivetrains: 4x2, AWD 0-60 mph: 6.1 - 6.7 seconds Fuel Economy (city/hwy): 13/19 mpg, 13/20 mpg Standard Features: DVD Entertaintment, Satellite Radio, Power Driver’s Seat, Heated Front Seats, Heated Rear Seats Optional Equipment: Navigation System, Backup Camera
The 6.2 liter, aluminum-block V-8 purrs like kitten at ignition and subsequently roars when called upon. In the same breath the four wheel disc brakes are designed to stop exactly when you want this monstrous creature to do so. They can come equipped to seat six, seven or eight, complete with a BOSE 5.1 surround system and a rear DVD player for passengers to enjoy. Upfront the navigation system and six disc CD changer aims to maintain balance for the driver. Whether it’s little league baseball game, the upcoming Rick Ross concert or a leisurely trek to and fro the local Red Lobster, the Cadillac Escalade ’07 will get you there in style! – N. Ali Early
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f I was Rich Boy and I had just bought this Cadillac I’d be telling anyone within earshot too. This is truly what you call a come up. It’s Red Monkey versus Levis; Air Jordans versus K-Swiss and sweet delectable crab legs dipped in butter versus a Big Kahuna burger. Not that we don’t like burgers around here, but let’s face it, if you have the means and you’re not allergic, seafood is easily the preferred dining option.
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