Used 2022 Cadillac Escalade for Sale nearRochester, NY

Compare 2022 Cadillac Escalade Trims in Rochester, NY

The 2022 Cadillac Escalade offers a blend of luxury and performance, with options ranging from RWD to 4WD.

• Starting at $59,990
• Best MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Most Popular: Premium Luxury 4WD

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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: $59,990 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 23 listings
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Luxury 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Luxury 4WD is the choice for those seeking all-weather capability without a hefty price tag.

• Avg. market price: $59,990 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 96 listings
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Premium Luxury RWD — "Who It's For"

The Premium Luxury RWD is ideal for buyers wanting a standard luxury experience with advanced features.

• Avg. market price: $59,990 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 20 listings
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Premium Luxury 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Premium Luxury 4WD is perfect for those who desire a blend of luxury and capability, making it the most popular choice.

• Avg. market price: $59,990 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 109 listings — widest selection in the lineup
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Sport RWD — "Who It's For"

The Sport RWD appeals to buyers looking for a stylish SUV with luxury features at a competitive price.

• Avg. market price: $59,990 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 7 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
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Sport 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport 4WD is for those who want a sporty look combined with all-weather performance.

• Avg. market price: $59,990 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 81 listings
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Sport Platinum 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Sport Platinum 4WD is the choice for luxury buyers seeking top-tier features and performance.

• Avg. market price: $59,990 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 95 listings
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Premium Luxury Platinum 4WD — "Who It's For"

The Premium Luxury Platinum 4WD is for those who want the ultimate luxury experience with advanced technology.

• Avg. market price: $59,990 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 14 city / 19 hwy
• Inventory: 11 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View Premium Luxury Platinum 4WD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Premium Luxury 4WD

With 109 active listings, the Premium Luxury 4WD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

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Best Budget Option — Luxury RWD

At $59,990 avg market price — below the lineup median of $59,990 — 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 with 14 city / 19 hwy MPG.

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These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 17, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2022 Cadillac Escalade cost?

Prices have softened 7.91% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

With 2,001 listings available, you have a meaningful amount of inventory to compare before you buy.

Is the 2022 Cadillac Escalade a good car?

Yes — the 2022 Cadillac Escalade earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7.33/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Technology at 9/10. Owners consistently praise the spacious interior, advanced technology, and the OLED screens, and they also call out the larger cargo area compared with previous models. The Escalade is aimed at you if you want a big, high-tech luxury SUV with strong presence and multiple powertrain choices. The trade-offs are poor ride quality and interior materials that can feel cheap, even though the market still shows 36.0% good or great deals.

Is the 2022 Cadillac Escalade reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction. The user feedback also points to a dependable-feeling ownership experience, with praise centered on the vehicle’s advanced technology and spaciousness. On the road, the diesel powertrain is described as smooth and capable, which supports the impression that the Escalade can be counted on for everyday use. Cadillac’s four-year, 50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and six-year, 70,000-mile powertrain warranty also help reduce early ownership risk. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about outright durability and more about whether prior maintenance and wear have kept this large, complex SUV in good shape.

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

Accident-free inventory is solid at 84.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the history report carefully, because a clean listing percentage does not replace a proper records review. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection that focuses on ride quality, brake feel, electronics, and cabin condition. Because this is a large luxury SUV with advanced tech, you’ll want to make sure every feature works as intended before you commit.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base Luxury trim gets the bright exterior treatment, while Sport models use darkened trim and a mesh grille. Base-trim buyers should also note that blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are not standard there.
• Powertrain: You can choose between a 6.2-liter gasoline V8 and a Duramax 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six diesel. The diesel is smooth and strong in everyday driving, while the gasoline engine has the slight towing advantage.
• 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. Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are standard on Premium Luxury and higher, and trailer blind-spot monitoring is standard on Premium Luxury Platinum and above. Super Cruise is unavailable on the base Luxury model.
• Infotainment: The 38-inch curved OLED display combines a 14.2-inch digital instrument cluster, a 16.9-inch touchscreen, and a 7.2-inch auxiliary screen. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, and the system can be equipped with a 360-degree camera view, night vision, and augmented-reality navigation.
• 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 already gives you the Escalade’s big-screen tech and core driver-assist features. It makes sense if you want the lowest starting price and can live without the extra safety and convenience content found higher up.
• Premium Luxury: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds important safety equipment like blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. It also moves you closer to the Escalade’s full luxury mission without jumping all the way to the top of the range.
• Sport: Choose this if you prefer the darker exterior look and want the same general equipment strategy with a more aggressive appearance.
• Premium Luxury Platinum: This trim adds more premium safety content, including trailer blind-spot monitoring, and is a stronger fit if you tow or want a more fully equipped luxury SUV.
• Sport Platinum: This is the top-end choice if you want the most upscale Sport treatment and the fullest feature set available in the lineup.

The safety package is strongest on Premium Luxury and above, while the base Luxury trim misses some of the key driver-assistance upgrades.

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

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so you can shop carefully and still find worthwhile listings.

• Deal availability: 36.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,001 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.91% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 84.8% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $61,074, 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 $61,074 sits slightly below last year's $66,318.

That price movement suggests the Escalade has already given up some value, which can help you as a buyer today but may limit upside if you plan to resell soon. If you buy at the right price, the softer market can work in your favor by reducing your upfront cost. For future sellers, the key question is whether demand stays strong enough to offset the model’s high running costs and luxury-SUV competition.

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 did not receive published crash-test ratings from IIHS or NHTSA.

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

Standard driver-assist tech includes adaptive cruise control, forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking front and rear, front and rear park assist, lane-keep assist, and lane-departure warning. Many of the alerts are delivered through Cadillac’s vibrating Safety Alert Seat. 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. Super Cruise is one of the Escalade’s biggest safety and convenience advantages, but it is unavailable on the base Luxury trim.

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:

• 36.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 84.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 7.91% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It adds standard lane-keep assist and lane-departure warning on the base Luxury trim.

Consider the 2021 if:

• At $55,655, the 2021 costs less than the current year's $61,074 average.
• It introduced the redesign and major tech upgrades.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $68,124, the 2023 costs more than the current year's $61,074 average.
• It carries over the same tech-rich formula with mostly unchanged strengths.

The bottom line: If you want the best balance of price, inventory, and satisfaction, the 2022 is the smart default. If your priority is spending less, the 2021 is the better value play. If you want to pay more for a newer listing without expecting major changes, the 2023 is the straightforward alternative.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.