Cadillac Escalade Hybrid

Ok, ok I already know what you’re thinking. Why not make a hybrid Hummer? However, as paradoxical as this seems, Cadillac does go a ways with this idea. The 2009 hybrid Escalade keeps its capacity, offering seating for eight, but makes a 25 to 30 percent increase in its fuel economy. Suffice it to say, the 2009 Cadillac Escalade hybrid will offer a much healthier option for those willing to purchase an Escalade.

PROS:

The Escalade has much to brag about, as it gives up very little in terms of power. The 2009 Cadillac Escalade hybrid features a 6000-pound towing capacity and a 6-liter V-8 engine that boasts 332 horsepower. This is, however, not news, as the Escalade has long been known as a power machine. What is new is the 21 mpg rating of the Escalade hybrid compared to the 13 of the original Escalade. The Escalade has a rear-wheel or 4-wheel drive option and it makes huge advancements in reducing its weight and drag.

CONS:

There is one conspicuous drawback when it comes to the Cadillac Escalade hybrid- its price tag. The hybrid Escalade is expected to come in at a mid-$60,000 range. Other than the price, the hybrid Escalade has been criticized for its hard ride and its braking system. All in all, the 2009 Cadillac Escalade hybrid is certainly a better alternative to the regular gas Escalade, and although it will make up some of it through its fuel efficiency improvement, the very lofty price tag will likely be a drawback for many consumers.