One of Cadillac’s most popular and best-selling SUV’s is the Escalade, known for its imposing look on the streets and over-the-top styling. This SUV has made many appearances in MTV music videos and many celebs are also big fans and drive an Escalade including; Anna Kournikova, Travis Barker, Justin Timberlake and many pro-athletes. This is the ultimate vehicle to drive when you want to make a dramatic entrance at the trendiest night club in the city or a movie premier but it’s still perfect as an everyday vehicle. What could be better than an Escalade? How about the 2010 Hybrid Escalade! Now you can roll in style like a rock star but still be environmentally conscious at the same time.

The hybrid’s engine is fueled by a 6.0 L V8 Engine while a 300 volt battery pack powers the electricity. They both combine for a total output of 332 HP and 367 lb ft of torque. Gas mileage stands at 21 mpg on the freeway and 20 mpg in the city, a drastic improvement over the regular Escalade’s mileage of just 12 mpg in the city. The powertrain allows the SUV to travel up to 25 mph by using the battery power alone. Another advanced feature of this engine is that it can pretty much turn the V8 into a V4 under light load conditions via the Active Fuel Management System and as a result be much more fuel efficient. Accelerating is a breeze in this car despite its massive weight and size.

Just like all Escalade models, the Hybrid version seats eight people easily and it’s very comfortable. The finest amenities can be found inside to make your ride as comfortable as possible including tri-zone climate control, a touch screen navigation system with turn by turn directions, an incredible Bose stereo and CD changer, sweet looking 22″ chrome wheels, and a sunroof. Luxurious leather covers the seats and the driver seat features memory setting and is power adjustable. There is a Escalade Platinum Edition Hybrid trim available at an extra cost which includes special LED headlights, cup holders which can be cooled and heated, a temperature controlled steering wheel plus video monitors installed in the back of the front headrests perfect for watching DVD’s.

Cadillac engineers built this car with safety in mind and this SUV features advanced mechanisms such as the Cadillac StabiliTrak stability control system which has the ability to apply brakes selectively and prevent rollovers, a four wheel anti-lock braking system, four wheel disc brakes, On Star Emergency Services, side curtain airbags, side chest airbags and a tire pressure monitor. During government crash safety tests this SUV earned 5 star ratings for the protection of the front passengers.

This car doesn’t come cheap at a base price of $73,000 around but keep in mind that this SUV incorporates the highest level of craftsmanship and most advanced engineering available. Nothing says luxury like an Escalade and you will be the envy of everyone on the road traveling in one. You will feel like a celebrity driving this car, better yet an environmentally conscious celebrity! Nothing says extravagance and luxury like an Escalade. It is one of the trendiest and most popular SUV’s on the market. Who says you have to choose between luxury and eco-friendliness? With the 2010 Escalade Hybrid you can have it all.

Author Bio: Written by Jacqueline Star: Used Car Dealer Chicago, Cadillac Orange County, Los Angeles Infiniti

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