Meet
the Cadillac Escalade Hybrid - the World's Only Full-Size Luxury Hybrid
SUV.
What is a Hybrid?
A
Hybrid is a vehicle that is powered by two or more energy
sources. The Escalade Hybrid uses electricity and gas to power
the vehicle. Electricity is used to power the electric motors
and gas to power the engine.
Escalade Hybrid Highlights.
Powered by a patented 2-Mode Hybrid
System, the Escalade Hybrid delivers a 50% fuel economy improvement in
city driving while still delivering the same distinctive style,
segment-leading features and full-size capability that have combined to
make the Escalade a true automotive
icon.
How it works.
Auto Stop - At stop signs and red lights the engine will shut off
conserving fuel and emitting no
emissions.
Electric Mode - During city driving and stop and go traffic
the Escalade Hybrid may be powered by just electricity from the hybrid
electric motors and the 300-volt
battery.
Gas Mode - If vehicle demands are high enough the Escalade Hybrid may
be powered by just the gas engine.
Gas Mode with AFM - During highway driving if vehicle loads are
light, the Escalade will engage Active Fuel Management and run on just
four of the eight cylinders to reduce fuel
consumption.
Hybrid Blended Mode - The Escalade Hybrid may use both electricity
from the hybrid motors and 300-volt battery simultaneously with the gas
engine.
Regenerative Braking Mode -
The Escalade Hybrid
will use regenerative braking to capture some of the energy naturally
lost during braking and coasting. It will store this captured energy for
use to propel the vehicle in city driving and the hybrid/blended
mode.