(from GM Press Release) The
Escalade ESV Executive Edition concept offers “stealth” transportation
for the high profile executive – ultra-luxury accommodations in an
understated package. The Escalade ESV Executive Edition also is the
world’s only limousine equipped with Quadrasteer, an all-wheel steering
system for exceptional maneuverability.
“This is a vehicle for that executive or celebrity who desires the same
VIP options found in traditional chauffeured transportation, but without
the attention they would normally receive in a traditional limousine,”
said Kim McGill, Escalade marketing director.
The Escalade ESV Executive Edition is a posh media room on wheels. The
interior is swathed in luxurious Nuance leather and Alcantera ultra
suede, and sumptuous carpeting common in residential applications. Large
amounts of burled walnut trim with wood inlays along with brushed
nickel-plated accents give this interior a luxurious office feel.
In distinctive limousine style, a power-operated partition separates the
first and second rows of seating for passenger seclusion from the
cockpit. Second row foldable rear-facing seats give this limousine an
intimate office-meeting environment
The third row seating consists of forward facing 14-way power bucket
seats with integrated footrests, armrests, and heated and cooled
cupholders. From this commanding position, the occupants can easily
access the Escalade ESV Executive Edition’s premium DVD infotainment
system, which includes a Bose 13-speaker surround sound system designed
exclusively for the vehicle.
The Bose digital 5.1 surround sound system uses several proprietary Bose
surround sound technologies – including Bose Surround Stage and Bose
Cabin Surround – to provide a 360-degree listening experience anywhere
in the vehicle. The audio system uses neodymium iron boron magnets to
allow for smaller, lighter speakers that deliver the performance of
larger speakers without compromising interior cabin space. Thirteen
speakers envelop passengers in the surround sound of a music CD or movie
DVD – an experience typically reserved for cinemas and home theaters.
The infotainment system includes a DVD player, laptop computer,
printer/scanner, and wireless keyboard and mouse, all of which are
mounted in the interior trim or stowed neatly in the integrated second
row console. For the executive who uses this vehicle as an office on
wheels, the laptop computer can display files and presentations on the
22-inch plasma screen, the two C-pillar mounted LCD screens, or just the
laptop screen. Or, if it is time to relax, a DVD movie can be played
while being enveloped in Bose Surround Sound. To complete this
experience a beverage of choice can be heated or cooled in the
integrated cupholders or stored in the refrigerator compartment in the
C-pillar.
Outside, the Escalade ESV Executive Edition has several differences from
the regular production ESV, starting with a new grille inspired by the
Cadillac Sixteen concept. It is outfitted with Algonquin auto-extending
running boards that power retract for full concealment under the rocker
panels. The windows and raised moon roof are bronze tinted and the
raised moon roof has LCD active tint control from the BRG Group for
increased occupant privacy, as needed.
The Escalade ESV Executive Edition is built on 2500 Series ¾-ton chassis
with Quadrasteer, and rides on 22-inch GFG Cannes wheels with 305/40VR22
Pirelli Scorpion Zero tires. An 8.1-liter V-8 engine that generates 320
horsepower and 445 lb.-ft. of torque powers the Escalade ESV Executive
Edition.
2500 Series ¾-ton chassis with Quadrasteer
8.1L V-8 (320 horsepower, 445 lb.-ft. of torque)
New grille inspired by the Cadillac Sixteen concept car
22-inch GFG Cannes wheels with 305/40VR22 Pirelli Scorpion Zero Tires
Algonquin auto-extending running boards
Raised moon roof with LCD active tint control by BRG Group
Deep tint bronze side glass and moon roof
Luxurious, well appointed interior
First- and second-row divider screen with power up/down
Second-row foldable rear-facing seats
Third-row power bucket seats with integrated footrests
Wood trim with inlays
Nuance leather with Alcantera ultra suede and luxurious carpeting
Premium DVD infotainment system
22-inch plasma screen HD monitor (mounted on divider screen)
Bose 13-speaker surround sound
Second-row LCD screens
Laptop, printer/scanner and wireless keyboard/mouse
DVD player
Integrated second-row console (for computer storage)
Refrigeration compartment
