The 2013 Cadillac Escalade ESV is part of the luxury SUV's third generation. This extended variant of the Escalade is equipped with a powerful 6.2-liter V8 engine producing 403 hp, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Rear-wheel drive is standard, with four-wheel drive as an option. The ESV comes in four trims: base, Luxury, Premium, and Platinum Edition. Luxury features abound and include a navigation system, reverse camera, and Bose surround sound system, all accessible via an 8-inch touch screen. Safety features include Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), traction control, stability control, and an array of airbags. For 2013, there were no significant changes for the Escalade ESV.