Used 2022 Cadillac Escalade for Sale nearChicago, IL

Compare 2022 Cadillac Escalade Trims in Chicago, IL

The 2022 Cadillac Escalade offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to luxury features, all with a powerful V8 engine.

• Starting at $61,357
• Best MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Most Popular: Premium Luxury 4WD

Trim Overview

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Luxury RWD — "Who It's For"

The Luxury RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped luxury SUV without the added cost of 4WD.

• Avg. market price: $66,000 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 26 listings
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Luxury 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Luxury 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive without stepping up to a higher price point.

• Avg. market price: $66,000 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 120 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Premium Luxury RWD — "Who It's For"

The Premium Luxury RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a standard luxury experience without the extra features of higher trims.

• Avg. market price: $66,000 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 22 listings
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Premium Luxury 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Premium Luxury 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a blend of luxury and capability, making it the most popular choice.

• Avg. market price: $61,598 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 147 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Sport RWD — "Who It's For"

The Sport RWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty look and feel without the added cost of 4WD.

• Avg. market price: $66,000 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 8 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Sport 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty SUV with all-weather capability.

• Avg. market price: $65,599 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 110 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Sport Platinum 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport Platinum 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want the ultimate luxury and performance in an SUV.

• Avg. market price: $67,774 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 115 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Sport Platinum 4WD listings

Premium Luxury Platinum 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Premium Luxury Platinum 4WD is the pick for shoppers who want a fully loaded luxury SUV with advanced features.

• Avg. market price: $61,357 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 15 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View Premium Luxury Platinum 4WD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Premium Luxury 4WD

With 147 active listings, the Premium Luxury 4WD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — Premium Luxury Platinum 4WD

At $61,357 avg market price — below the lineup median of $66,000 — it's the most accessible entry point.

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Best for Fuel Economy — Luxury RWD

The Luxury RWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup at 14 city / 19 hwy.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 24, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2022 Cadillac Escalade cost?

Prices have softened 7.63% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,977 listings available, which gives you a meaningful amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2022 Cadillac Escalade a good car?

Yes — the 2022 Cadillac Escalade earns a 5/5 user rating, and our experts give it 7.33/10. The standout strength is Technology at 9/10.

Owners consistently praise the spacious interior, advanced technology, and the large OLED screens. The review summary also points to a smooth ride and a larger cargo area than previous models, which fits the Escalade’s role as a big, high-tech luxury SUV.

The trade-offs are clear: the expert drive notes poor ride quality and interior materials that can feel cheap. That means you should expect a vehicle that impresses with presence and features more than with polish or comfort.

With its truck-like luxury-SUV mission and multiple powertrain choices, it makes the most sense if you want a full-size flagship with lots of tech and space. The market still shows 35.9% good or great deals, so there are opportunities if you shop carefully.

Is the 2022 Cadillac Escalade reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction. The review summary also points to a dependable-feeling ownership experience, with praise for the technology and overall satisfaction rather than recurring trouble reports.

The diesel powertrain is described as smooth and capable, with strong low-end torque that helps it pull away cleanly from a stop. Cadillac also backs the Escalade with a four-year, 50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a six-year, 70,000-mile powertrain warranty.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is less about outright durability and more about whether you can live with the Escalade’s running costs and refinement compromises over time.

What should I look for when buying a used 2022 Cadillac Escalade?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 84.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check every candidate carefully, because a clean listing percentage does not replace a proper inspection. Focus on service records, signs of prior bodywork, and whether the vehicle’s condition matches its asking price. If possible, prioritize a pre-purchase inspection so you can catch wear items or hidden issues before you commit.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base Luxury trim gets the core Escalade experience, but the Premium Luxury and higher trims add blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. The base trim also misses Super Cruise, so if hands-free highway driving matters to you, you’ll want to shop higher.
• Powertrain: You can choose between a 6.2-liter gasoline V8 and a Duramax 3.0-liter turbo-diesel inline-six. The gas engine is the stronger tow-rated choice, while the diesel brings better efficiency and smooth low-end torque.
• Safety package: Standard driver aids include adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, front and rear park assist, lane-keep assist, and lane-departure warning. Super Cruise is available on most trims, but not on the base Luxury model.
• Infotainment: The Escalade’s 38-inch curved OLED display combines a 14.2-inch digital cluster, a 16.9-inch center touchscreen, and a 7.2-inch left-side screen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, and the system also supports the standard 360-degree camera view.
• Fuel efficiency: The gasoline V8 is rated at 16 mpg combined, while the Duramax diesel is rated at 23 mpg combined with RWD and 22 mpg combined with 4WD.

Which 2022 Cadillac Escalade trim should I buy?

The 2022 Cadillac Escalade is offered in 5 trim levels: Luxury, Premium Luxury, Sport, Premium Luxury Platinum, and Sport Platinum.

Here's the short version:

• Luxury: This is the entry point, and it gives you the Escalade’s core size, tech, and presence at the lowest price. It’s the trim to consider if you want the flagship experience and can live without the extra driver-assistance content that comes on higher trims.
• Premium Luxury: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert, while also unlocking Super Cruise availability. If you want the most balanced mix of equipment and value, this is the one to target.
• Sport: Choose this if you prefer the darker exterior trim treatment and want the same upscale Escalade formula with a more aggressive look. It’s more about style than a major equipment jump.
• Premium Luxury Platinum: This trim builds on the Premium Luxury with more upscale content and adds trailer blind-spot monitoring. It makes the most sense if you tow and want a more fully equipped luxury setup.
• Sport Platinum: This is the top-end choice if you want the most lavish, fully loaded Escalade with the sport appearance theme. It’s the trim for buyers who want maximum equipment and don’t mind paying for it.

Safety-package note: blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are standard on Premium Luxury and higher, while trailer blind-spot monitoring is standard on Premium Luxury Platinum and above.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2022 Cadillac Escalade?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with some leverage if you’re patient.

• Deal availability: 35.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,977 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.63% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 84.6% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $60,872, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2022 Cadillac Escalade's resale value?

The current average of $60,872 sits slightly below last year's $65,901.

That price movement suggests the Escalade has already absorbed some depreciation, which can help future sellers if they buy at the right number today. If you purchase near the lower end of the current range, you may have a better chance of limiting your loss when it’s time to sell.

The model’s strong owner satisfaction also helps support demand in the used market. Buyers tend to keep showing up for a big luxury SUV with this much presence and technology, which can help resale values hold up better than you might expect.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2022 Cadillac Escalade safe?

The 2022 Cadillac Escalade does not have published IIHS or NHTSA crash-test ratings for this model year.

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard driver-assistance features include adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking for the front and rear, front and rear park assist, lane-keep assist, and lane-departure warning. Cadillac also uses its vibrating Safety Alert Seat to deliver many of the warnings from these systems.

Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are standard on Premium Luxury and higher trims, while trailer blind-spot monitoring is standard on Premium Luxury Platinum and above. Super Cruise is available on most trims, but it is not offered on the base Luxury model.

Should I buy a 2022 Cadillac Escalade or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2022 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2022 if:

• 35.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 84.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.63% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It adds standard Buckle to Drive, plus standard lane-keep assist and lane-departure warning on the base Luxury trim.

Consider the 2021 if:

• At $55,196, the 2021 costs less than the current year's $60,872 average.
• It introduced the redesign, OLED display, and Super Cruise.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $67,516, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $60,872 average.
• It carries over the redesign with the same strong tech focus and utility.

The bottom line: If you want the best balance of price, inventory, and updated standard safety content, the 2022 is the smart default. If your priority is saving money, the 2021 is the value play; if you want a newer model-year sticker and don’t mind paying more, the 2023 is the straightforward upgrade path.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.