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01/23/2023

Hennessey Debuts 650 Horsepower Supercharged Upgrade for 2023 Cadillac Escalade

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Sealy, Texas

January 23, 2023

  • ‘H650’ engine and exhaust package boost V8 power from 420 bhp to 650 bhp – a 55 percent increase
  • Benchmark 0-60 mph sprint takes a mere 5.3 seconds – nearly one second faster than stock
  • Comprehensive upgrade applicable to GM’s 6.2-liter V8 found in Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, and GMC Yukon
  • Hennessey Performance Kit includes a 3.0-liter supercharger, intercooler, upgraded pushrods, enhanced engine management, and a stainless steel cat-back exhaust system.
  • GM V8 engine upgrade is backed by a 3-year / 36,000-mile limited warranty, priced from MSRP $27,950

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Sealy, Texas (January 23, 2023) – Hennessey, the Texas-based hypercar manufacturer and high-performance vehicle creator, has released a comprehensive new performance upgrade package for the Cadillac Escalade, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, and GMC Yukon. Hennessey’s boost in output for vehicles with the GM 6.2-liter V8 takes power from the mild 420 bhp factory rating to a wild 650 bhp – entirely transforming the acceleration and driving dynamics of GM’s full-size SUVs.

Hennessey’s engineering team fits GM’s popular 6.2-liter V8 (L87 EcoTec3) with a robust 3.0-liter supercharger, high-flow intake system, high-flow intercooler, and a crankcase ventilation system. In addition, Chromoly pushrods are installed, and the engine management software is updated with HPE engine management calibration. Lastly, a stainless steel cat-back exhaust system (retaining stock exhaust tips) is installed to improve performance and soundtrack. The result is a dyno-proven 650 bhp and 658 lb-ft of torque.

During development, the ‘Hennessey Supercharged H650 Escalade’ – enhanced with an additional 230 horsepower – achieved 0 to 60 mph sprint in just 5.3 seconds. That was quick enough to leave the stock Cadillac Escalade, with its slower 6.1-second dash, in the rearview mirror. Likewise, the quarter mile run falls in just 13.5 seconds – a full second quicker than stock. Accompanying the increased power is a more robust full-throttle exhaust note, which perfectly complements the SUV’s enhanced performance.

Hennessey’s ‘H650’ upgrade fits a range of GM SUVs equipped with the 6.2-liter V8 – irrespective of trim level. These vehicles include the model year 2021 and onward Cadillac Escalade, Cadillac Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and GMC Yukon XL.

John Hennessey, company Founder and CEO: “Our team is very excited about this supercharging development for GM’s 6.2-liter V8, as it offers a huge audience of GM SUV owners the ability to bump power by an impressive 230 horsepower – that’s a 55 percent increase in power. Additionally, the improved torque increases drivability at all speeds and enhances towing. The H650 upgrade literally transforms sedate family SUVs into performance vehicles.”

Although the performance of the 6.2-liter V8 is altered, Hennessey’s engineers retain all the legendary ride and drivability of the stock SUVs, leaving suspension modes, drive modes, and all-wheel drive modes unaltered. The Texas team’s production and the testing program includes a final performance assessment on the dyno and out on the open road.

Each upgraded ‘H650’ is fitted with a serial-numbered engine plaque. In addition, all vehicles are backed by Hennessey’s comprehensive 3-year / 36,000-mile limited warranty. The total cost for the upgrade is $27,950 – excluding the base GM SUV. Orders may be placed for international shipping through authorized GM retailers or Hennessey directly by calling +1 979.885.1300 or visiting HennesseyPerformance.com.

Michael Harley

North America

michael@hennesseyperformance.com

+1 805-402-3613

Jon Visscher

Europe / Asia

jon.visscher@vcomm.co.uk

+44 (0)7816 906 794

SPECIFICATIONS - AT A GLANCE

HORSEPOWER

650 HP

MAX TORQUE

658 LB-FT

ENGINE

6.2L V8

0-60 MPH

5.3 SECONDS

WARRANTY

3 YEAR / 36,000 MILE

1/4 MILE

13.5 SECONDS

FULL SPECIFICATIONS

H650 ESCALADE UPGRADE INCLUDES

POWER

  • 650 bhp @ 5,500 rpm
  • 658 lb-ft torque @4,200 rpm

PERFORMANCE

  • 0-60 mph: 5.3 seconds
  • 1/4 mile: 13.5 seconds

UPGRADES TO STANDARD ESCALADE 6.2-LITER V8

  • 3.0-Liter Supercharger System
  • High-Flow Intercooling System
  • High-Flow Air Induction System
  • Chromoly Hardened Pushrods
  • Crankcase Ventilation System
  • Stainless Steel Cat-Back Exhaust System
  • HPE Engine Management Calibration
  • All Necessary Gaskets, Fluids & Hardware

OTHER

  • Professional Installation
  • Chassis Dyno Tuning & Road Testing
  • Serial-Numbered Engine Plaque
  • Hennessey Exterior Badging
  • 3-year / 36,000 Mile Limited Warranty

OPTIONAL EXTRAS

  • 22-inch Forged Wheels – $4,950
  • Six-Piston Brembo Brakes (Front) – $7,950

ABOUT HENNESSEY

Based in Sealy, Texas, the Hennessey business comprises Hennessey Special Vehicles, Hennessey Performance (HPE), Tuner School, and the Lonestar Motorsports Park. The company has re-engineered more than 12,000 vehicles for performance enthusiasts worldwide to deliver unparalleled driving thrills. Alongside modifying a diverse range of sports, and muscle cars since 1991, the company also applies its high-performance expertise to trucks and SUVs – and boasts its own hypercars – the Venom GT and the Venom F5.

Every Hennessey product is dyno-proven, fully track-tested, street-legal, and warrantied. Customers can choose from road-ready performance-enhanced cars by Hennessey from a wide variety of brands, including Cadillac, Chevrolet, Dodge, Ford, and Jeep, all benefitting from a host of high-performance upgrades.

With its own test track, engineering curriculum for aspiring tuners, more than 85 team members, and capacity to work on 40-50 vehicles at a time, Hennessey Performance is one of the world’s leading specialist vehicle engineering companies. The twin-turbocharged, 6.6-liter V8 Venom F5 hypercar sold out in 2021, with customer deliveries taking place from 2021-2023. A Roadster variant joined the F5 coupe in 2022, also boasting 1,817 bhp and capable of speeds in excess of 300 mph. The company is delivering like never before on its mission of ‘making fast cars faster.’