Overview
Interested in the Cadillac Escalade but not sure which of the latest models will suit you best? Between the 2022 and 2021 Cadillac Escalade, only a few changes have been made including trim prices, added features and a new Touring package. For 2022, the base Luxury trim now offers lane eparture warning and lane keep assist while the top two trims also come standard with Super Cruise semi-autonomous driving mode. The newly added Touring package includes niceties like an air suspension, soft-close doors and illuminated door sill protector plates. Read on for more details.
Trims
2021 Cadillac Escalade:
- Luxury: $77,790
- Premium Luxury: $84,790
- Sport: $84,790
- Premium Luxury Platinum: $101,290
- Sport Platinum: $101,290
2022 Cadillac Escalade:
- Luxury: $79,440
- Premium Luxury: $88,290
- Premium Luxury Platinum: $105,840
- Sport Platinum: $105,840
Power
The Cadillac Escalade is powered by two engines, with the diesel being introduced in 2021. The first is a 6.2-liter V-8 that produces 420 horsepower and the second a turbodiesel 3-liter inline-6 that gets 277 hp. Both are paired to a 10 speed automatic transmission and can be had with RWD or AWD. With RWD, the V-8 gets 15/20 mpg or 14/19 mpg with AWD. The diesel on the other hand, gets 21/27 mpg. Both the 2021 and 2022 Cadillac Escalade offer an independent rear suspension and top trims offer an air suspension with adaptive dampers.
Interior
For both years, materials inside start with faux-leather in the base but shift into genuine wood and leather as you work your way up the trims. The Platinum for example, sees semi-aniline hides and a leather dash and door panels are also included in the other trims. Aluminum speaker grilles, ambient lighting and standard and long wheelbase models are offered. The latter offers more in leg and cargo room.
Tech
- Digital dashboard with three curved OLED displays
- Navigation
- Rear entertainment system with 12.6-in displays
- Apple carplay/Android auto
- Wifi hotspot
- 19-36 speaker studio sound system
Safety
- Standard automatic emergency braking with front and rear pedestrian detection
- Navigation
- Available adaptive cruise control with semi-autonomous driving mode
Conclusion
When deciding between the 2021 and 2022 Cadillac Escalade, it comes down to the differences in price and the sweet additions the 2022 year added. If you like the sound of more standard safety features or the Touring package, the 2022 Cadillac Escalade is your perfect match. If you’re content without those upgrades, the 2021 Cadillac Escalade has your name on it. Come check them out today.