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Yes, the Cadillac Escalade IQ is a bit of a porker. But its big estimated curb weight includes a rather sizable battery that gives it an impressive overall range.
The transparent size of the Escalade IQ is hard to comprehend in pictures.
It weighs approximately 9000 pounds, due in no small part to its 205.0-kWh battery.
The IQ is about 15 inches longer than a standard Escalade, which is already pretty darn long.
The battery is good for a claimed 460 miles of range.
Because the IQ's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is over 10,000 pounds, this vehicle is actually exempt from EPA testing and labeling requirements.
A pair of electric motors produces up to 750 horsepower and 785 pound-feet of torque in Velocity Max mode.
The Escalade IQ has massive 24-inch wheels.
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