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2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid Safety Review

April 21, 2009

SAFETY | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Five stars, front impacts; five stars, side impacts
NHTSA

Will come standard with dual front air bags
J.D. Power

Crash tests have shown that bigger isn't always better when it comes to passenger protection, but the 2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid has both the safety features and sturdy body structure to protect occupants in all sorts of conditions.

The quickest measure of a vehicle's safety is its crash-test ratings, and on the Cadillac Escalade Hybrid those credentials are unrivaled. While the IIHS has not yet tested the 2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid, the vehicle has performed very well in NHTSA tests. In those tests, the Cadillac Escalade Hybrid proves itself worthy of the Agency's highest crash-test rating. In both frontal and side impact collisions, the Hybrid Escalade demonstrates that it can withstand a collision and protect its occupants with a high degree of safety. Editors at TheCarConnection.com find it worth noting, however, that the 2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid receives a mere three stars in rollover protection, but this isn't uncommon in the world of high-center-of-gravity SUVs.

Aside from crash-test ratings, consumers want to know what sorts of features will work to keep them out of harm's way. The Cadillac Escalade Hybrid boasts quite a few active and passive features, as Edmunds states that "standard safety equipment on the Escalade Hybrid includes traction control, stability control, OnStar, [and] a rearview camera with park assist." J.D. Power reviewers add that "dual front air bags" and "head-protecting curtain side air bags with rollover deployment," as well as "anti-lock 4-wheel disc brakes," all come standard on the Hybrid Escalade.

Like most SUVs, the 2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid suffers from some problematic blind spots. ConsumerGuide warns that "visibility astern and to the right-rear is hindered by the roof design," but the Cadillac Escalade Hybrid offers "standard rear obstacle detection and....available rearview camera" that help compensate for the poor sightlines.

Conclusion

Drivers of the 2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid can take confidence in the fact that they are surrounded by airbags and a big, energy-absorbent vehicle.

SAFETY | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:Five stars, front impacts; five stars, side impactsNHTSAWill come standard with dual front air bagsJ.D. Power Crash tests have shown that bigger isn't always better when it comes to passenger protection, but the 2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid has both the safety features and sturdy body structure to protect occupants in all sorts of conditions. The quickest measure of a vehicle's safety is its crash-test ratings, and on the Cadillac Escalade Hybrid those credentials are unrivaled. While the IIHS has not yet tested the 2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid, the vehicle has performed very well in NHTSA tests. In those tests, the Cadillac Escalade Hybrid proves itself worthy of the Agency's highest crash-test rating. In both frontal and side impact collisions, the Hybrid Escalade demonstrates that it can withstand a collision and protect its occupants with a high degree of safety. Editors at TheCarConnection.com find it worth noting, however, that the 2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid receives a mere three stars in rollover protection, but this isn't uncommon in the world of high-center-of-gravity SUVs. Aside from crash-test ratings, consumers want to know what sorts of features will work to keep them out of harm's way. The Cadillac Escalade Hybrid boasts quite a few active and passive features, as Edmunds states that "standard safety equipment on the Escalade Hybrid includes traction control, stability control, OnStar, [and] a rearview camera with park assist." J.D. Power reviewers add that "dual front air bags" and "head-protecting curtain side air bags with rollover deployment," as well as "anti-lock 4-wheel disc brakes," all come standard on the Hybrid Escalade. Like most SUVs, the 2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid suffers from some problematic blind spots. ConsumerGuide warns that "visibility astern and to the right-rear is hindered by the roof design," but the Cadillac Escalade Hybrid offers "standard rear obstacle detection and....available rearview camera" that help compensate for the poor sightlines. ConclusionDrivers of the 2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid can take confidence in the fact that they are surrounded by airbags and a big, energy-absorbent vehicle.  2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE HYBRID STYLING | [9 out of 10] Automobile Magazine: "Crisp exterior style that commands attention with plenty of chrome" J.D. Power: "Available only as a regular-length model" Edmunds: "Controls are thoughtfully placed and within easy reach" The Cadillac ...

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Other Choices:

When it comes to full-size hybrids, the 2009 Cadillac Escalade Hybrid stands alone. It's not advertising hype to say that it's the only one of its class. Make some calls to Chrysler dealerships and you might be able to find an Aspen Hybrid, a vehicle that shares the same hybrid transmission used in the Cadillac. The Aspen is out of production now and just a few Hybrids were made, but it's a more affordable alternative to the Escalade Hybrid. Another choice is the all-new 2010 Lexus RX 450h. The RX 450h is a full hybrid that delivers more economy gains in city driving, but while luxurious and green, it lacks the Cadillac's bling factor and street presence. Two new clean-diesel options in the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class and Audi Q7 are compelling alternatives for those who want to use less fuel; both promise strong towing capability and especially good highway fuel economy, without the clatter and smoke of previous diesels.

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