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When in V-Mode, the Escalade-V’s ride height automatically lowers
LIKE ON CLOUD-V: SUSPENSION
by 0.8-inches (20 mm) to provide a lower center of gravity. Launch
To support and propel the heaviest V-machine to date, the
Control is part of the V-Mode cache. From a standstill, it is engaged
Escalade-V employs an advanced suspension with two adaptive
by depressing the brake pedal to the floor and full application of
systems and specific componentry.
the throttle. Once the traction control light begins to flash, releasing
Working together are standard Magnetic Ride Control 4.0
the brake pedal, launches the hulking 6,200 lb SU “V” like a missile
(Z95) and a fully adaptive Air Ride Suspension (F47)
off-the-line.
The dual systems provide the supple ride expected from
Fine Books © Dalton Watson Fi an Escalade, with an optimal level of driver control and
handling performance indicative of the V-Series
Both electronically controlled systems benefit from specific
software calibrations with the four-corner air springs
uniquely tuned and stiffer at the rear
These systems, coupled with standard StabiliTrak and the
electronic limited-slip differential (eLSD), maximizes the four-wheel
independent suspension componentry, enabling supreme traction.
BIGGER IS BETTER: BRAKES, WHEELS, TIRES
Given the crucial task of stopping three tons of rolling velocity
are four-wheel/four-channel ABS brakes, with Brembo front
components, including, six-piston calipers and 16.1-inch vented
ABOVE: Much like the U.S. President’s symbolic ‘Button’ during the
Duralife rotors. In the back are 13.6-inch vented Duralife rotors.
© Dalton Watson Fine Books © Dalton Watson Fine Books Cold War, the red V-Mode button is used to unleash the Escalade-V’s
The calipers are finished in Edge Red (matching the key fob) and
destructive force.
feature a V logo.
BELOW: The 6,200-lb Escalade-V is an excellent marketing vehicle for the
capabilities of GM’s Magnetic Ride Control, now in its fourth generation
after 20 years.
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