I just came back from test-driving an ESV Platinum edition and an AWD Escalade. I especially liked the cooled seats on the ESV. The ESV had a smoother ride, even with its 20" wheels. The smaller Escalade was nice too.
I have a Lexus RX330 now. I really don't need anything bigger. But....
do you know what the differences between the platinum edition and the regular are?? i know the wheels are different and i tihnk it has more wood trim. i also saw the speaker covers are a little different. do you know of any other differences??
the Platinum is based on the ESV---so longer wheel base = smoother ride
the platinum has different wood trim (its darker)
the platinum also has a black steering wheel
the platinum has different speedometer
the platinum has different mats
The Platinum edition also has "everything" standard--heated & cooled seats and cupholders in the first and second row. Standard are also the navigation system and DVD player in the second and third row. For $70K it should have all the "goodies.":bighead:
I just came back from test-driving an ESV Platinum edition and an AWD Escalade. I especially liked the cooled seats on the ESV. The ESV had a smoother ride, even with its 20" wheels. The smaller Escalade was nice too.
I have a Lexus RX330 now. I really don't need anything bigger. But....
Hi, I switched from a 2000 Land Cruiser to the 2002 Escalade. Not a Lexus...wait, yes it is, it's the LX470 w/o the inflated sticker price and the great service.
I have a 2002 RX300 Lexus and just bought a 2004 Escalade...absolutely love it. Was going to trade the Lexus but they didn't quite meet what I needed to get so have it advertised at wholesale basically just to get out of that payment. It takes some getting used to driving such a big vehicle compared to the Lexus but it's definitely a step up.
I am looking at trading my Lexus GS400 for one. But nothing compares to the GS400 that I have seen. I do like the escalade better than most others, when it comes to SUV's
Hey now. stop spreading bad rumors! The Escalade has side air bags too. You can see the demo on cadillac.com
As for it being built in Mexico... there's tons of things that are build internationaly. Look at Nike, they build their shoes in China. Hewlett Packard (computers/servers) also has theirs in China. There are also some top designer fashion labels that "assemble" their clothes in Mexico. The labor is cheaper, but that doesnt mean that they will not pass quality tests. Thats what warranty is for anyways!
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