2015 Cadillac Escalade Platinum Collection

Cadillac is taking its Escalade SUV more upmarket with the launch of a new Platinum Collection trim grade.

It gains 22” wheels, a unique front grille design and some extra chrome, but the most notable improvements are inside the cabin. Full leather upholstery features, together with a suede-effect microfibre headlining and plenty of wood. Bespoke floor mats and doorsill kick plates further add to the ambience.

Cadillac Escalade Platinum Collection (2015) Interior 1

Those sitting in the rear two rows should be kept entertained, as there’s a ceiling-mounted 9” LCD screen plus a pair of 7” LCD screens that are set into the front head restraints. The driver hasn’t been forgotten either, as their seat has heating, cooling and a massage facility.

Available from the fourth quarter of this year, prices for the Escalade Platinum Collection in the United States start at $90,270 (including a $995 destination charge).

Cadillac Escalade Platinum Collection (2015) Front SideCadillac Escalade Platinum Collection (2015) Interior 2

The arrival of the Platinum Collection coincides with some upgrades for the entire Escalade line-up. These comprise the introduction of an eight-speed automatic transmission, a bird’s eye Surround View camera, a hands-free tailgate closing function and 4G LTE connectivity with Wi-Fi hotspot capability.

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