The Escalades instantly recognizable front end helps it cut through a crowded field of luxury SUVs. Distinctive design elements and innovative enhancements elevate the Escalade beyond the benchmark. The Escalade Premium Collection is a fresh, new take on the most iconic luxury SUV ever. Body color side moldings and door handles create a seamless profile. From its monochromatic front grille to its exposed chrome-tipped dual-exhaust, all the luxury and performance you expect in an Escalade is now available in a dramatically elevated exterior. The Escalades luxurious interior parallels its performance by pushing the standards of elegance and comfort to new boundaries. A flawless finish of flowing leather and warm natural materials envelop you in a retreat of elegant surroundings. In the Platinum Edition you can experience the richness of glove-soft Aniline leather covering 14-way power-adjustable heated and cooled front seats. The fine craftsmanship is evident in the leather-wrapped instrument panel top pad and upper door trim. Even considered is your beverages with heated and cooled cupholders to keep them at the perfect temperature. Escalade offers available power-retractable assist steps to ease vehicle entry while maintaining a streamlined profile when not in use. The Escalade is powered by a powerful 403hp 6.2L V8 engine that moves the acclaimed luxury SUV from 060 in 6.8 seconds. The 8 diagonal touch-screen navigation system is based on a 40 GB hard drive and features NavTraffic-Real Time Weather. Escalade offers an in-dash DVD player with an 8-diagonal overhead display screen with remote control and two-channel wireless headphones. This overhead system is standard on the Platinum along with two independent 7-diagonal DVD players integrated into the back of the front head restraints. Side Blind Zone Alert and a Rear View Camera add to the astounding features.