Engine Upgrade – Propelling Power Beyond Four Digits

Hennessey`s expertise encompasses an array of upgrades for the heart of the Escalade-V. The formidable 6.2-liter small block V8 now breathes with renewed vigor, boasting a horsepower figure exceeding 1,000 and torque reaching over 880 lb-ft. This significant increase in power represents a leap compared to the stock model, adding a surge of approximately 320 horses and over 220 lb-ft of torque. These enhancements include a high-flow air induction system, improved lifters and push rods as a high-flow catalytic converter – all meticulously designed to optimize airflow within the supercharged V8 engine. 

The power of the vehicle is enhanced through a designed HPE camshaft, an auxiliary fuel system, cylinder heads with better airflow, stronger valve springs, a larger heat exchanger, updated gaskets, and a finely tuned HPE engine management system. This doesn’t just make it a modified SUV; it transforms into a display of engineering excellence.

Unleashing Unmatched Performance Going Beyond Stock Limitations

The transformed Escalade-V takes control of the road with a 1,005 horsepower catapulting it into the realm of hyper SUVs. With a torque of 882 lb-ft, this SUV charges forward with dominance. While the stock Escalade-V already achieves 0-60 mph in under 4.4 seconds, Hennessey`s tuning promises a more exhilarating sprint, which is likely around three and a half seconds. The quarter mile time, remarkable in its version is expected to see a significant decrease positioning it as one of the fastest SUVs available.

Elegant Sophistication Preserved – Embracing Original Charm

One might anticipate modifications for such a powerhouse; however, Hennessey has taken a different approach. The tuned Escalade-V retains its appeal with only subtle exterior badges indicating its transformation. The surprise lies in its appearance which catches onlookers off guard when they witness the behemoth’s performance. The Texas tuner has successfully maintained the allure of the Escalade-V while infusing it with power.

Pricing Details Still Undisclosed, A Secret Worth Revealing

At present, Hennessey has chosen to keep the pricing details for this engineering marvel, undisclosed.

The factory-built 2023 Cadillac Escalade-V, which comes with a starting price of $149,990 is already considered expensive. With the improvements it offers for the upgraded version, the price is expected to be even higher than the base model. Nevertheless, Hennessey emphasizes its commitment to quality by providing a three-year/36,000 mile warranty, for its tuning modifications. This warranty gives customers peace of mind when exploring the world of engines.

Final Thoughts Elevating Luxury, Power, and Performance

In a world where SUVs are pushing the limits of luxury and power, the Hennessey-modified 2023 Cadillac Escalade-V stands out as a masterpiece of excellence. With its 1,005 horsepower, this hyper SUV combines design and incredible performance. Although the exact price is still unknown, one thing is for sure – the Hennessey version of the Escalade-V goes beyond expectations and invites enthusiasts to indulge in the thrilling experience of hyper SUV performance.

2023 Cadillac Escalade-V with 1,005HP by Hennessey Media Gallery

Their latest creation is this gorgeous Cadillac Escalade, the SUV now coming with a new face and a standout gold and black aero kit, with lots of styling bits that really make it worth mentioning.

Even if the model looks almighty with the new wrap and design elements, this Cawling Cadillac Escalade doesn’t seem to be that menacing underneath the skin as it looks at the exterior.

We are looking here at a stock 6.2-liter V8 engine, with a modest 442 horsepower and 623 Nm of torque. Even if comes as a disappointment, the model does compensate on the exterior.

As we can depict from the photos below, the project features the Next Nation wide body kit, consisting of gold touches on the Strut front grille and trims in the front and rear bumpers, air intakes, adding a mesh grille, custom side vents on the flared wheel arches, side molding and window surrounds.

Other standout features also refer to bespoke rear diffuser and mesh, with eye-catching tailpipes, double rood, electric running boards and tailgate spoilers. The entire kit is complemented with the Forgiato AZIONI-M 26-inch alloy wheels, coming in the same gold.

Inside, the cabin features new high-end materials, Bose Audio System, as well as a Panasonic entertainment system with folding monitors. Please find below more details with the Calwing`s new Cadillac Escalade in the media gallery released by the Japanese tuner!

The project involves the HPE800 power kit and comes handy with a lot of important modifications, all meant to transform it into a real beast.

With all the power in mind, this lad here can develop as low as 750 horsepower, but in case you are not satisfied with the result, then you can also have it with a whopping 1,000 horsepower. And the real excitement is something that you won`t forget so easy.

In order to achieve such massive powers, the technicians from Hennessey installed the following power kit, with the entire pieces being highlighted below:

Hennessey HPE800 Power Kit:

Hennessey Pulley Upgrade; High Flow Cylinder Heads; Intercooler Heat Exchanger Upgrade; Custom HPE Camshaft; Gaskets & Fluids; HPE Engine Management Calibration; Dyno Tuning & Road Testing; Serial-Numbered Dash & Engine Plaques; Hennessey Exterior Badging; Hennessey Premium Floormats.

The model can also be had with an optional stainless steel exhaust system and the tuner`s H10 monoblock wheel upgrade. All parts come with a 3 year warranty or a 36,000 mile limited warranty.

The tuning HPE800 program can be observed in the media gallery put together by Tennessey. If you had a Cadilalc CTS-V and didn`t settle with the stock power, would you upgrade it with massive 1,000 horsepower? And even if we do not have the official price tag, it is definetely going to cost a lot of money!

The aftermarket specialists have recently carried out an impressive power upgrade to this Cadillac Escalade seen in the video below, the model now packing a whopping 842 horsepower, and delivering a sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.9 seconds.

This is at least what the engineers claim, and I personally believe them, since this wouldn’t be the first time they would deliver as promised.

We are not going to spoil all the fun and let you enjoy the video with the Cadillac Escalade`s new power put together by Hennessey. Also, please find below the full details of their project, released by motorward1 auto online magazine.

Hennessey Cadillac Escalade HPE800 Details:

Power:

842 bhp @ 6,500 rpm
855 lb-ft torque @ 4,000 rpm

Performance:

0-60 mph: 3.9 sec.
1/4 mile: 12.3 sec. @ 112 mph

Main Highlights:

High-flow 2.9L supercharger system running 10 psi boost pressure.
High-flow air to water intercooler system.
Custom forged aluminum pistons with 10.0:1 compression ratio.
416 CID stroker motor
Forged steel wrist pins.
6.125-inch Billet steel H-beam connecting rods with ARP bolts.
Balance, blueprint & assemble shortblock: fully de-bur block, line hone block with ARP main studs, deck block.
Bore block on 3-axis CNC mill, hone block with torque plates, balance crankshaft, check bearing clearances.
Assemble shortblock.
High-flow intake manifold.
CNC Ported Cylinder Heads ports- Competition valve job, extensive flow testing, chambers milled to desired cc.
Lightweight hollow stem intake valves, exhaust valves.
Extreme duty dual valve springs.
Titanium retainers, machined locators & locks, GM valve seals.
Chamber volumes measures & adjusted for compression.
CNC work hand blended into valve job, spring pressures measured & adjusted.
HPE hydraulic roller camshaft upgrade.
Hydraulic lifter upgrade.
Extreme duty pushrod upgrade.
1.75 inch stainless steel long-tube headers.
Stainless steel mid-pipe exhaust upgrade.
HPE engine management upgrade & chassis dyno calibration.
Professional installation and all necessary gaskets & fluids.
Chassis dyno testing. You’ll receive a before & after dyno graph report showing power and torque measured at the rear wheels.
Road testing (up to 200 miles).
Hennessey exterior badge (rear).
HPE800 Powered by Hennessey badges (side & rear).
Hennessey serial numbered plaque signed by John Hennessey (interior).
Hennessey serial numbered plaque signed by the HPE technician (engine bay).
Powered by Hennessey premium floor mats.
Serial numbered Certificate of Authenticity personally signed by John Hennessey.
Shell V-Power 93 octane gasoline.
Pennzoil Ultra Platinum synthetic oil & filter change.

This time, the tuner chose another American icon as their latest subject, which is no other than the Cadillac ATS-V luxury sports car, which is now packing impressive power.

The Cadillac ATS-V in its latest iteration is the carmaker`s most luxurious models ever built, with a lot of aggressive line denoting its entire personality. But in the hands of the tuner, the model looks more impressive and sounds really wild.

Before adding the standout power kit, the technicians have first resorted to some slight changes at the exterior, fitting the model with a new set of OZ Leggera-ALura alloy wheels, sized 19×9 and 19×9.5 front and rear and wrapped in 255/30 R19 and 275/30 R19. Also, they look smashing with the new lowering springs which lower the car`s ride height by 25 mm.

The power kit itself comes with some serious modifications. We are dealing here with an ECU remapping, X-pipe stainless steel, valve-controlled exhaust system, electronic differential lock, magnetic ride control-gear, as well as the high-performance Brembo brakes.

With these power upgrades, the Cadillac ATS-V is now developing 508 horsepower and 659 Nm of torque, at a topping of 312 km/h. The performance figure is not given yet, but we expect a sprint from 0 to 100 km/h in a mind-blowing 4.1 seconds, which is not bad at all.

You can admire the astonishing ATS-V in the media gallery below. Would you give your model a bad-ass treatment like this one seen here? Comment, please!

I have to admit though, that the stock model looks extremely bulk and designed to intimidate, but in the hands of aftermarket specialists, the luxurious car can be transformed into something unique and more appeal to the eye.

Japanese tuner Calwing has done so by fitting this Escalade seen here with a proper treatment, involving some new exterior bits, that make it stand-out from the crowd.

As we can depict from the pictures, the model is now equipped with impressive body parts, like the Forgiato front grille with chrome mesh grille and huge arms, adding up an extended front spoiler lip with LED day lights, along with flared wheel arches and the massive 26-inch AZIONI-M Monoleggera Sport alloy wheels, courtesy to the same Forgiato.

However, the technicians from Calwing might have exaggerated a little bit with the quad exhaust system on the rear apron or the roof-spoiler which resembles that found on the Huayra. The small grilles behind the flared arches also give the new Escalade a tacky look. But for an untrained eye, these “small” details might not be that visible.

In the engine department, the Cadillac Escalade by Calwing still packs the stock 6.2-liter V8 mill, with 442 horsepower and 623 Nm of torque.

This Cadillac CTS-V has received a widebody kit, which makes it even more gorgeous and more aggressive, the entire process beign carried out by the guys from the D3 Cadillac Performance and Engineering tuning division.

Apart the wide body kit, this model has also received some other body components, like the LED inlets, the roof spoiler, air inlet hood, the front lid add on, rear difusser, the black-cherry D3 Mohawk plus brake calipers and a few more. If you need a bulletproofed Cadillac, then we recommend you the ArmorMax team. They will transform your car into a bulletproof one!

The performance of this Cadillac CTS-V has been also upgraded. After all, we can`t have a much sportier CTS-V without any power boost under the hood. The 3.6-liter has received the D3 Ultracharger, along with some extensive mods, like the E85 conversion, the D3 camshaft, methanon injection, customizzed ECU, new intercooler pump and a few more with that. Unfortunatelly, we do not have the performance details, but we might guess that`s a blast! Meanwhile, enjoy the video with this customized Cadillac CTS-V by D3 running on the streets at full speed!

The American sedan gets a series of styling and performance tweaks, enough for us to say that we talk about a complete package.

To begin with, the 2.0-liter turbocharged engine under the hood gets a power boost to a total of 600 horsepower. The additional oomph was obtained thanks to a twin-scroll manifold, new turbocharger, a revised ECU, a cat-back exhaust system and a high-flow downpipe.

You can clearly see that ZZ Performance put a lot of effort in making this new tuning kit, therefore, we expect to be quite impressed by the SEMA debut.

In terms of styling, the Cadillac ATS gets 20-inch Vossen VF-S alloys, a charcoal metallic vinyl wrap, revised bumpers, a mesh grille and a ventilated hood. All the extra power is handled by a high-performance brake system while a sports suspension lowers the ground clearance.

Under the hoot sits a powerful 7.0-liter V8 engine capable to develop a whooping 1,226 horsepower and 1501Nm of torque. The American model takes advantage of all this power and sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2,9 seconds while the top speed is rated at 389 km/h.

Impressive figures are available for the quarter mile as well, Hennessey claiming that the CTS-V needs only 10,2 seconds for this task.

In order to get so much power, Hennessey used forged aluminum pistons, new high flow cylinder heads, improved fuel injectors, turbo downpipes and exhaust system. A new air-to-water intercooler along with an upgraded fuel system complete the long list of performance tweaks.

A high-performance carbon ceramic braking system with eight-piston (front) and six-piston (rear) keeps the car on the road. Hennessey provides 20-inch alloy wheels fitted with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires.