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Cadillac presents the all-new Escalade, the next generation of the iconic luxury SUV at the 76th Geneva Motor Show. The Cadillac Escalade features a new powerful all-aluminum V8 engine with an output of 403 hp (301 kW) and is scheduled to enter the European marketplace in the 2 nd half of 2006.

Based on General Motors’ all-new full-size SUV architecture, the ’07 Escalade features new powertrain, chassis, safety and interior systems. These integrated systems deliver the most powerful, efficient luxury SUV in the segment, led by a new 6.2L all-aluminum V8 engine with variable valve timing technology delivering 403 hp (301 kW) and 417 lb.-ft. of torque (565 Nm).

“The 2007 Escalade represents the next phase of Cadillac’s product renaissance – one that was launched by the previous-generation Escalade,” said Jim Taylor, Cadillac general manager. “Since its inception, Escalade has been an icon – the vehicle many discerning customers aspire to own.”

2007 Cadillac Escalade vehicle highlights include:

• All-new distinctive exterior design
• A highly refined spacious interior
• A new 403 horsepower 6.2L all-aluminum small-block V-8 with VVT providing improved fuel efficiency
• Efficient six-speed automatic transmission with Drive Shift Control
• Stronger frame chassis with responsive coil-over-shock front suspension and rack-and-pinion steering for the best ride and handling in the segment
• Standard roof-mounted head curtain side air bags and StabiliTrak stability control system with new rollover mitigation technology
• Bose 5.1 Digital Surround audio system, including available navigation radio with touch-screen control
• A myriad of luxury features available including factory installed chrome wheels, climate controlled front seats, power fold and tumble 2nd row seats, remote start, power articulating running boards, power liftgate and IntelliBeam headlamps
• Enhanced four-wheel disc brake system
• Improved fuel economy

About Cadillac

Cadillac is a division of General Motors (NYSE: GM). General Motors, the world's largest vehicle manufacturer, designs, builds and markets cars and trucks worldwide, and has been the global automotive sales leader since 1931. Cadillac products in Europe include the CTS sedan, SRX crossover, STS luxury sedan, XLR luxury roadster, Escalade SUV and the high-performance V-Series (CTS-V, STS-V, XLR-V) that go 0-100 km/h in under 5 seconds.