2013 Cadillac Escalade ESV Luxury 4WD

2013 Cadillac Escalade †White on Tan, 6.2L V8, Three-Row Leather, Chrome 22s Why This Car Is Special The 2013 Cadillac Escalade sits at the end of the third generation, a body style that ran from 2007 through 2014 and is widely regarded as the most visually assertive Escalade ever produced. By 2013, GM had refined the platform considerably †the electrical systems were more mature, the interior quality had been upgraded over the early third-gen cars, and the 6.2-liter L94 V8 was well proven. This was also the final stretch before Cadillac completely redesigned the Escalade for 2015 on an all-new platform, which means a clean, well-equipped 2013 Cadillac Escalade like this one represents the last expression of a specific era in American full-size luxury SUVs. The 6.2-liter V8 in this generation Escalade was rated at 403 horsepower and 417 lb-ft of torque from the factory. It used GM's Active Fuel Management system, which can deactivate four cylinders under light load to improve highway fuel economy. The L94 is a variation of the LS-family architecture, which means parts are widely available, the engine has a strong reliability record, and performance upgrades are well documented. This particular truck has had a K&N cold air intake fitted, which improves airflow into the engine and gives the V8 a noticeably more aggressive induction sound at wide-open throttle. It is a simple, well-known modification that does not negatively affect reliability. The VIN on this truck decodes to a standard-wheelbase Escalade built at the GM Arlington, Texas assembly plant †the same facility that has built full-size GM SUVs for decades. The '4' in position nine of the VIN confirms it as a genuine Cadillac product, not an ESV or EXT variant, and the build sequence places it within normal 2013 model year production. Features List - 6.2L V8 (L94), 403 horsepower factory rating - K&N Cold Air Intake - 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6L80) - Air Suspension with Automatic Load Leveling - Chrome 22-Inch Wheels - Three-Row Seating, Full Leather Throughout - Tan Leather Interior with Wood Grain Trim - Touchscreen Navigation System - Power Running Boards - Chrome Mirror Caps - Dual Chrome Exhaust Tips - Power Windows and Locks - White Exterior Mechanical The 6.2-liter V8 is the correct engine choice for anyone who plans to use this Escalade as it was designed to be used. The smaller 6.0-liter that appeared on some trim levels of GM's full-size SUVs in this era simply does not pull the same way. The 6.2 paired to the 6L80 six-speed automatic gives the truck enough torque to handle trailer loads up to 8,300 pounds on properly equipped models, and the transmission shifts cleanly through its ratios without hunting. The K&N intake is visible in the engine bay and is a known, respected brand †this is not a cheap parts-store filter but a proper performance intake system designed for this application. The air suspension is one of the features that separates the Escalade from its Chevrolet Tahoe and Suburban platform siblings. The system automatically adjusts rear ride height to compensate for loads, and it provides a noticeably more controlled ride quality than conventional coil-over rear setups. The undercarriage photos on this vehicle show a clean, intact structure consistent with a truck that spent time in a dry climate or saw limited exposure to road salt †there is no significant corrosion present. The front independent suspension and rear five-link setup are in good visual condition. Interior The 2013 Cadillac Escalade interior was GM's most premium offering in a truck-based platform at the time. This example wears the tan leather throughout all three rows, which holds up better visually over time compared to darker colors that show wear more easily. The seats are wide and well-bolstered, and the second-row captain's chairs provide genuine individual comfort rather than the bench configuration found in less expensive platform siblin

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Rear Trunk/Liftgate - Liftgate,Rear Trunk/Liftgate - Power Operated,Running Board Color - Black With Chrome Accents,Body Side Moldings - Body-Color With Chrome Accents,Door Handle Color - Chrome,Front Bumper Color - Body-Color,Grille Color - Chrome,Mirror Color - Body-Color,Rear Bumper Color - Body-Color,Running Boards,Steering Ratio - 17.8,Turns Lock-To-Lock - 3.0,Armrests - Rear Outboard Seats,Cargo Area Floor Mat,Center Console Trim - Wood,Dash Trim - Alloy,Dash Trim - Wood,Door Trim - Wood,Floor Mat Material - Carpet,Floor Mats - Front,Floor Mats - Rear,Front Air Conditioning - Automatic Climate Control,Front Air Conditioning Zones - Dual,Heated Steering Wheel,Interior Accents - Chrome,Rear Air Conditioning - Automatic Climate Control,Rear Air Conditioning Zones - Single,Shift Knob Trim - Leather,Steering Wheel Trim - Leather,Steering Wheel Trim - Wood,Adjustable Pedals - Power,Cargo Area Light,Center Console - Front Console With Armrest And Storage,Center Console - Second Row,Cruise Control,Cupholders - Front,Cupholders - Rear,Memorized Settings - 2 Driver,Memorized Settings - Adjustable Pedals,Memorized Settings - Driver Seat,Memorized Settings - Side Mirrors,Memorized Settings - Steering Wheel,Multi-Function Remote - Keyless Entry,Multi-Function Remote - Panic Alarm,Multi-Function Remote - Trunk Release,One-Touch Windows - 2,Overhead Console - Front,Power Outlet(S) - 115v,Power Outlet(S) - 12v Front,Power Outlet(S) - Front And Rear,Power Steering - Variable/Speed-Proportional,Power Windows - Lockout Button,Reading Lights - Front,Reading Lights - Rear,Rearview Mirror - Auto-Dimming,Remote Engine Start/Cabin Preconditioning,Steering Wheel - Power Tilt,Steering Wheel Mounted Controls - Audio,Steering Wheel Mounted Controls - Cruise Control,Steering Wheel Mounted Controls - Multi-Function,Storage - Door Pockets,Storage - Front Seatback,Universal Remote Transmitter - Homelink - Garage Door Opener,Vanity Mirrors - Dual Illuminating,Air Suspension - Rear,Auxiliary Transmission Fluid Cooler,Front Brake Type - Ventilated Disc,Front Shock Type - Monotube,Front Spring Type - Coil,Front Struts,Front Suspension Type - Short And Long Arm,Rear Brake Type - Disc,Rear Shock Type - Monotube,Rear Spring Type - Coil,4wd Type - Full Time,Abs - 4-Wheel,Active Suspension,Axle Ratio - 3.42,Braking Assist,Drive Mode Selector,Driver Adjustable Suspension - Ride Control,Electronic Brakeforce Distribution,Front Brake Diameter - 13.0,Front Brake Width - 1.18,Front Stabilizer Bar - Diameter 36 Mm,Front Suspension Classification - Independent,Locking Differential - Rear,Power Brakes,Rear Brake Diameter - 13.5,Rear Brake Width - 0.79,Rear Stabilizer Bar - Diameter 28 Mm,Rear Suspension Classification - Solid Live Axle,Rear Suspension Type - Multi-Link,Roll Stability Control,Self Leveling Suspension,Stability Control,Suspension Control - Magnetic,Tow Hooks - Front,Tow/Haul Mode,Traction Control,Trailer Hitch - Ready,Trailer Wiring - 7-Pin,Alternator - 160 Amps,Auxiliary Oil Cooler,Battery - Heavy Duty,Battery Saver,Cylinder Deactivation,Gauge - Tachometer,Hands-Free Phone Call Integration - Voice Operated,In-Dash Cd - Dvd Audio,In-Dash Cd - Mp3 Playback,Infotainment Screen Size - 8 In.,Navigation Data - Real Time Traffic,Navigation System - Dvd,Navigation System - Voice Operated,Radio - Voice Operated,Surround Sound - 5.1,Total Speakers - 9,Warnings And Reminders - Coolant Temperature Warning,Warnings And Reminders - Lamp Failure,Warnings And Reminders - Low Oil Pressure,Warnings And Reminders - Maintenance Due,Wireless Data Link - Bluetooth,Antenna Type - Diversity,Antenna Type - Mast,Auxiliary Audio Input - Bluetooth,Auxiliary Audio Input - Ipod/Iphone,Auxiliary Audio Input - Jack,Auxiliary Audio Input - Memory Card Slot,Auxiliary Audio Input - Usb,Clock,Digital Odometer,Digital Sound Processing,Fuel Economy Display - Mpg,Fuel Economy Display - Range,Headphone Jacks - Rear,In-Dash Cd - Single Disc,Multi-Function Display,Premium Brand - Bo