As the 2021 Cadillac Escalade prepares to enter the market, the shoes to fill are big.For over 20 years, the Cadillac SUV has served as a status symbol and cultural icon.Engineers and designers were specific in their approach, especially with the interior.Super Cruise, an OLED display, and a Night Vision system are among the tech features. One of the biggest curve balls: a Duramax turbo-diesel engine will be available for 2021.

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The Cadillac Escalade first debuted at the Pebble Beach Concours d?Elegance in August of 1998. At the time, the market for large and luxurious SUVs was just taking shape. In the case of the Escalade, it was an instant hit. Cadillac President Steve Carlisle recalled how the vehicle immediately struck a chord with buyers. ?It introduced Cadillac to an entirely new generation of luxury customers via popular culture and changed perceptions of what the brand could offer,? he explained. “From the highway to the big screen, the Escalade has been embraced by drivers and fans around the world.”
Setting The Scene

Be it J.Lo, Tony Soprano, or any other famous figure that seeks out an Escalade, one thing is certain: Cadillac needs to keep that image going, and they have a lot riding on the 2021 Escalade as a result. How viable Cadillac is today is another discussion entirely,...