The Cadillac Escalade IQ AWD was officially introduced in August 2023. At its core, it features a 200 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 724 km. When it comes to output, this EV produces All-Wheel Drive 560 kW (750 hp), allowing it to sprint to 100 km/h in 5 sec 0-60 mph. Pricing for the vehicle starts at approximately 130000 USD.
Meanwhile, the Skoda Elroq 85 was officially introduced in July 2024. Energy is supplied by a 77 kWh usable, 82 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 560 km. The powertrain configuration delivers Rear-wheel drive 210 kW (286 hp), enabling an acceleration of 6.6 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 180 km/h (112 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 42000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | August 2023 | July 2024 |
| Release date | September 2024 | October 2024 |
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Performance
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| Power | All-Wheel Drive 560 kW (750 hp) | Rear-wheel drive 210 kW (286 hp) |
| Torque | 1064 Nm (785 lb-ft) | 545 Nm (402 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 5 sec 0-60 mph | 6.6 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | - | 180 km/h (112 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 200 kWh total | 77 kWh usable, 82 kWh total |
| Battery type | Lithium-ion NCMA (800V type) | Liquid-cooled Li-ion |
| Driving range | 724 km | 560 km |
| Consumption | - | 15.3 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 11.5 kW, Type 2 19.2 kW | Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 8 hours |
| Charging station | CCS | CCS 175 kW, 10-80% in 28 min |
| Additional | V2H bi-directional charging | - |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door SUV, 4/7 seats | 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Dimensions | 5697 x 2167 x 1934 mm (224.3 x 85.3 x 76.1 in) | 4488 x 1884 x 1654 mm (176.7 x 74.2 x 65.1 in) |
| Weight | - | 2256 kg unladen, 2650 kg gross |
| Wheels size | R24 | R19, R20, R21 |
| Trunk volume | 1958 l, 3374 l max | 470 l, 1580 l max |
| Front trunk | 345 l | No |
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Display
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| Center screen | 55" touchscreen (integrated with the driver display) | 13" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 11" | 5" |
| Head-up display | No | Yes, with augmented reality |
| Various | 11" features settings display, 8" rear seats features settings display | - |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated, cooled and ventilated front and rear seats with massage, heated armrests | Heated front seats |
| Roof | All-glass roof with variable light transmission, 4 individually controlled zones | Panoramic glass sunroof |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360˚ camera, reversing camera, Remote Auto Parking | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Park Assist |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Miscellaneous | Two 12.6" rear passenger displays, 5 climate zones | - |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Front, side, center, rear, head airbag system | Front, side, rear, center, head airbag system |
| Driving aids | LiDAR, radars, multiple cameras. Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Front/Rear Pedestrian Braking, Blind Zone Steering Assist, Front Pedestrian Braking With Bicyclist Detection, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, Reverse Automatic Braking, Side Bicyclist Alert | Front radar, 1 front, 2 side, 1 rear cameras. Adaptive Lane Assist, Blind spot detection, Collision Avoidance Assist, Turn Assist, Exit Warning, Travel Assist, Traffic Jam Assist, Emergency Assist, Crew Protect Assist, Front Assist with Predictive Pedestrian and Cyclist Protection, High Beam Assist |
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Misc
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| Price | 130000 USD | 42000 USD |