Cadillac Escalade SPORT PLATINUM

2021 Cadillac Escalade Sport Platinum | 6.2L V8 | 420 HP | 7-Seater | GCC Specs
Vehicle Overview

The 2021 Cadillac Escalade Sport Platinum represents the highest combination of athletic exterior styling and Platinum-level interior luxury within the fifth-generation Escalade range.

This standard-wheelbase, non-ESV model offers three-row seating for seven passengers, a premium Platinum cabin, advanced suspension technology and a powerful naturally aspirated V8 engine.

Its 6.2L V8 petrol engine produces 420 HP and 624 Nm of torque, paired with an electronically controlled 10-speed automatic transmission and an electronic four-wheel-drive system.

The Sport Platinum specification combines the gloss-black exterior treatment of the Sport model with Opus semi-aniline leather, massaging front seats, Air Ride Adaptive Suspension, a 36-speaker AKG Studio Reference audio system and dual 12.6-inch rear-entertainment displays.

Vehicle Highlights
Model Year: 2021
Make: Cadillac
Model: Escalade
Trim: Sport Platinum
Generation: Fifth Generation
Regional Specifications: GCC / Middle East
Body Configuration: Standard Wheelbase
Extended Version: No — Non-ESV
Body Type: Full-Size Luxury SUV
Construction: Body-on-Frame
Steering Position: Left-Hand Drive
Seating Capacity: 7
Number of Rows: 3
Number of Doors: 5
Side Doors: 4
Rear Access: Power Tailgate
Engine: 6.2L Naturally Aspirated V8 Petrol
Exact Displacement: 6,162 cc
Power: 420 HP / 313 kW at 5,600 RPM
Torque: 624 Nm at 4,100 RPM
Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain: Electronic Four-Wheel Drive
Wheels: 22-Inch Alloy Wheels
Fuel-Tank Capacity: Approximately 91 Litres
Standard Wheelbase: Approximately 3,071 mm
Overall Length: Approximately 5,382 mm
Maximum Cargo Volume: Approximately 3,427 Litres

Cadillac’s official GCC brochure confirms the 420 HP V8, 624 Nm of torque, 10-speed automatic transmission, 91-litre fuel tank and standard-wheelbase exterior dimensions.

6.2L V8 Engine

The Escalade is powered by Cadillac’s 6.2L naturally aspirated V8 petrol engine.

Technical features include:

6,162 cc displacement
V8 cylinder configuration
Aluminium engine construction
Direct high-pressure fuel injection
Variable Valve Timing
Dynamic Fuel Management
Automatic Stop/Start
Electronic throttle control
Front-mounted longitudinal installation
420 HP at 5,600 RPM
624 Nm at 4,100 RPM

Dynamic Fuel Management can vary the number of active cylinders according to driving demand, while direct injection and variable valve timing support responsive power delivery across the operating range.

Transmission & Four-Wheel Drive
Electronically controlled 10-speed automatic transmission
Tap Up/Tap Down manual gear selection
Tow/Haul mode
Electronic four-wheel-drive selection
Standard active single-speed transfer case
Push-button drivetrain controls
Electronic limited-slip rear differential
In-Vehicle Trailering Application
Integrated trailer-brake controller
Hitch guidance and trailer-assistance functions, depending on configuration

A two-speed electronic transfer case with low-range gearing was available for the 2021 Sport Platinum but was not standard. Its presence should be confirmed through the drivetrain controls, factory build sheet or VIN equipment record.

Sport Platinum Exterior

The Sport Platinum combines Platinum equipment with the darker exterior detailing of the Sport specification.

Exterior features include:

Sport gloss-black mesh grille
Gloss-black front-fascia detailing
Black roof rails
Gloss-black window surrounds
Black side-body mouldings
Black power-running-board detailing
Black tailgate trim
Black exhaust-outlet surrounds
Body-coloured exterior door handles
Vertical LED lighting signature
LED headlights
Automatic headlight levelling
IntelliBeam automatic high beam
LED rear lights
Panoramic glass sunroof
Privacy glass
Rain-sensing windscreen wipers
Acoustic laminated solar-absorbing windscreen
Heated and power-folding exterior mirrors
Integrated mirror indicators
Exterior puddle lighting

The official GCC specification identifies the Sport Platinum by its gloss-black grille, fascia trim, roof rack, window trim, body mouldings, running boards, liftgate trim and exhaust surrounds.

22-Inch Sport Platinum Wheels
22-inch 12-spoke alloy wheels
Polished finish
Dark Android contrast finish
275/50 R22 tyres, depending on market specification
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Tyre Fill Alert

The 22-inch 12-spoke polished alloy wheel with Dark Android finish is the wheel design listed for the 2021 GCC Sport Platinum.

Magnetic Ride Control

Magnetic Ride Control continuously monitors road and vehicle conditions and electronically adjusts the dampers to balance ride comfort and body control.

The system supports:

Continuous damping adjustment
Reduced body movement
Improved cornering stability
Enhanced highway composure
More controlled suspension response
Integration with selectable driving modes

Magnetic Ride Control is included through the Sport-based equipment inherited by the Sport Platinum specification.

Air Ride Adaptive Suspension

The four-corner Air Ride Adaptive Suspension complements Magnetic Ride Control by adjusting the vehicle’s height and ride characteristics.

Functions include:

Automatic ride-height adjustment
Raised vehicle setting for additional clearance
Lower access height for easier entry and exit
Automatic highway lowering
Approximately 19 mm active ride-height reduction at speed
Self-levelling capability
Load compensation
Drive-mode integration

Cadillac’s 2021 GCC brochure lists Air Ride Adaptive Suspension within the Sport Platinum’s Driver Assist and Technology Package and identifies an active ride-height reduction of approximately 19 mm.

Chassis & Braking
Body-on-frame construction
Independent front suspension
Independent multi-link rear suspension
Magnetic Ride Control
Air Ride Adaptive Suspension
Electronic limited-slip differential
Four-wheel disc brakes
Ventilated front and rear Duralife brake rotors
Anti-lock Braking System
Brake Assist
Electric parking brake
Automatic Vehicle Hold
Hill Start Assist
StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control
Traction Control
Rollover Mitigation

The fifth-generation Escalade replaced the previous solid rear axle with an independent multi-link rear suspension, increasing passenger space while supporting improved ride comfort and handling.

Platinum Interior

The Sport Platinum interior combines premium materials with a more contemporary and performance-oriented exterior appearance.

Interior appointments include:

Opus semi-aniline leather upholstery
Platinum-specific seat design
Leather-wrapped instrument panel
Leather-wrapped centre console
Leather-wrapped upper door panels
Suede-like headliner
Suede-like pillar trim
Premium genuine-wood interior detailing
Selectable multicolour ambient lighting
Illuminated door sills
Heated leather-wrapped steering wheel
Power tilt and telescopic steering column
Soft-close side doors
Keyless entry
Adaptive remote start
Push-button engine start

Exact leather colour, stitching pattern and wood finish should be confirmed against the individual vehicle’s original factory specification.

Front Seats
16-way power-adjustable driver’s seat
16-way power-adjustable front-passenger seat
Heated front seats
Ventilated front seats
Front-seat massage functionality
Four-way power lumbar adjustment
Power-adjustable side bolsters
Driver memory with two saved positions
Memory for exterior mirrors
Memory for steering-column position
Platinum semi-aniline leather seating surfaces

The 2021 GCC brochure confirms 16-way heated and ventilated front seats with lumbar adjustment and massage functionality for the Platinum grades.

Second & Third-Row Seating
Seven-passenger configuration
Two individual second-row captain’s chairs
Heated second-row seats
Power-release second-row seating
Easy access to the third row
Three-passenger third-row bench
Power-folding third-row seats
Flat-folding rear seating
Rear climate controls
ISOFIX child-seat mounting points

A power-operated second-row bench was available as an alternative configuration. Since this vehicle is specified with seven seats, the individual second-row captain’s-chair configuration should be retained in the advertisement.

Climate & Cabin Comfort
Tri-zone automatic climate control
Dedicated rear climate controls
Roof-mounted rear air vents
Cabin air ioniser
High-capacity air filtration
Heated steering wheel
Soft-close doors
Panoramic sunroof
Acoustic laminated windscreen
Selectable ambient lighting
Eight USB ports, including six USB-C ports
230-volt power outlet
Multiple 12-volt power connections

The air ioniser and soft-close doors form part of the Premium Luxury and Platinum-level equipment structure in the GCC catalogue.

Centre-Console Refrigerator
Integrated front centre-console refrigerator
Dedicated freezer mode
Covered storage compartments
Large and small storage sections
Dual cupholders
USB-A and USB-C connections
Auxiliary power outlet
230-volt power outlet
Rear climate and heated-seat controls

The refrigerator with freezer mode is listed as standard equipment in the 2021 Cadillac Middle East brochure.

Curved OLED Display

The fifth-generation Escalade introduced Cadillac’s curved OLED display system with more than 38 inches of combined diagonal screen area.

The system includes:

7.2-inch driver control panel
14.2-inch digital instrument cluster
16.9-inch central infotainment touchscreen
Integrated navigation
Augmented Reality navigation
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Bluetooth connectivity
Near Field Communication
Natural voice recognition
Multifunction rotary controller
Configurable driver displays
Full-colour Head-Up Display
HD Surround Vision
Rear Camera Mirror
Wireless smartphone charging

The Augmented Reality function can display a live forward camera image within the instrument cluster and overlay navigation directions when a route is active.

AKG Studio Reference Audio
AKG Studio Reference audio system
36 speakers
Three amplifiers
Front bass enclosure
Rear bass enclosure
Immersive 360-degree sound
Navigation-rendering audio
Conversation-enhancement technology
Individual passenger audio controls
Optimised sound distribution throughout all three rows

The Sport Platinum and Premium Luxury Platinum were equipped with the 36-speaker AKG Studio Reference system, while lower grades received the 19-speaker AKG Studio system.

Rear-Seat Entertainment
Two independent 12.6-inch HD displays
One display mounted behind each front seat
Independent media selection
HDMI connectivity
USB connectivity
Bluetooth-compatible audio options
Rear climate controls
Second-row heated-seat controls

The two 12.6-inch rear displays can operate independently, allowing second-row passengers to use separate media sources. Exact application and connected-service compatibility may depend on the current region and active subscriptions.

Driver Assistance & Safety
Forward Collision Alert
Automatic Emergency Braking
Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking
Front Pedestrian Braking
Reverse Automatic Braking
HD Rear Vision Camera
HD Surround Vision
Rear Pedestrian Alert
Front Park Assist
Rear Park Assist
Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist
Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control
Lane Keep Assist
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Change Alert
Side Blind Zone Alert
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Safety Alert Seat
Automatic seatbelt tightening
Vehicle inclination sensor
Interior movement sensor
Glass-breakage sensor
Theft-deterrent system
Multiple airbags
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

The Driver Assist and Technology Package included Air Ride Adaptive Suspension, automatic seatbelt tightening, Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking, Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control, soft-close doors and Reverse Automatic Braking on the Platinum specification.

Trailering Technology
Tow/Haul mode
Integrated trailer-brake controller
In-Vehicle Trailering Application
Trailer connection checklist
Trailer maintenance reminders
Trailer mileage tracking
Trailer electrical diagnostics
Trailer security alerts
Tow/Haul reminder
Hitch-guidance camera assistance
Trailer tyre-pressure monitoring preparation, depending on equipment

Actual towing capacity depends on the installed transfer case, cooling equipment, passenger load, cargo and factory trailering configuration.

The 2021 GCC brochure lists a maximum trailer rating of up to approximately 3,629 kg for the standard-wheelbase four-wheel-drive Escalade when properly configured.

Condition & Availability
2021 model
GCC / Middle East specification
Standard-wheelbase body
Seven-seat configuration
Available for private showroom viewing
Detailed walk-around video available upon request
UAE registration and ownership-transfer assistance available
Finance and insurance assistance available, subject to eligibility
UAE delivery assistance available
International export assistance available

The exterior colour, interior colour, mileage, service history, warranty status and exact factory options should be confirmed from the individual vehicle and supporting documentation.

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