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The Cadillac Escalade can cope with a five-a-side team plus three subs in a 2-3-3 formation that would have Sir Alex Ferguson purring.

However you may struggle to load the kit bags as with all the seats in place boot space is a bit tight – especially for a car this big – but the Escalade does have a separate opening boot window which is a great idea especially when you are parked in tight spots.

The third row of seats are a bit of a disappointment as they are heavy and don’t fold away. They have to be physically removed from the cabin to create more luggage room.

The driving position is comfortable as the seat and steering wheel are adjustable while the view from the cockpit is panoramic.

The engine is an enormous 6.2-litre V8 beast that offers decent performance if disastrous fuel economy figures that will make only members of Opec smile.

The petrol power unit offers serious acceleration which in a car this big can be a bit scary. The automatic transmission is smooth enough although it is prone to changing gear too often when operating in city traffic conditions.

The Escalade’s sheer bulk make is a less than practical option around town and on narrow country lanes although the suspension does a good job of producing a smooth ride no matter what is thrown at it.

It is only available in left-hand drive so overtaking is a chore and over-the-shoulder vision is nothing to write home about.