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Listen to the Cadillac Escalade V's Burly Supercharged V-8

Originally Posted by Car and Driver

Our spy photographers have caught the forthcoming Cadillac Escalade V testing once again, further indicating that the high-performance model is on the way. And this time you can hear its powerful V-8 at full throttle. Even though Cadillac said the 10Best-winning CT4-V and CT5-V Blackwings would be the last gas-powered V cars, it appears this powerful three-row SUV will soon arrive as an American alternative to other super-SUVs such as the Mercedes-AMG GLS63.

It's not yet clear if the Escalade V will also use the Blackwing name, but it is expected to use the same engine as the CT5-V Blackwing. The supercharged 6.2-liter LT4 V-8 makes 668 horsepower and 659 pound-feet of torque in that sedan, and the quad-tip exhaust seen on these Escalade prototypes looks similar to the Blackwing's. We expect the LT4's output to be lower in the Escalade V, however. Currently, the Escalade is offered with two engine choices: a 420-hp 6.2-liter V-8 or a turbo-diesel 3.0-liter inline-six.

Both standard- and long-wheelbase configurations will be available, as the V prototype seen in this clip is the stretched Escalade ESV. Other than the quad exhaust tips, the V should feature black trim and other styling elements to set it apart from the standard Escalades. It'll also come equipped with Cadillac's adjustable magnetorheological dampers, upgraded brakes, and other chassis enhancements.

Check back for more information on the Cadillac Escalade V in the coming months as the high-performance model is expected to arrive by the end of the year.