Overview
The 2022 Cadillac Escalade sits on the less expensive side of its class with niceties like genuine leather, numerous tech features and great fuel economy, especially with the diesel engine. The 2022 Range Rover is more expensive with less impressive fuel economy but several tech features throughout. Let’s compare.
Trims
2022 Cadillac Escalade:
- Luxury: $79,440
- Premium Luxury: $88,290
- Premium Luxury Platinum: $105,840
- Sport Platinum: $105,840
2022 Range Rover:
- SE: $95,150
- Autobiography: $153,350
- First Edition: $159,550
Power
The 2022 Cadillac Escalade offers two engines: a 6.2-liter V-8 that produces 420 horsepower and a turbodiesel 3-liter inline-6 that gets 277 hp. Both are paired to a 10 speed automatic transmission and can have RWD or AWD. The V-8 gets 15/20 mpg with RWD or 14/19 mpg with AWD. The diesel gets 21/27 mpg. The 2022 Cadillac Escalade also has an independent rear suspension and top trims offer an air suspension with adaptive dampers. It can tow 7,700 pounds.
The 2022 Range Rover also has two engines to choose from. The first, dubbed the P400, is a 3-liter V-6 that makes 395 hp and the second, the P530 is a 4.4-liter V-8 that produces 523 hp. The P400 gets 18/26 mpg and the P530 gets 16/21 mpg. It can tow 8,200 pounds and also offers an adjustable air suspension.
Interior
Inside the 2022 Cadillac Escalade is faux-leather for the base but genuine wood and leather materials on more luxurious trims. For Example, the Platinum uses semi-aniline hides and leather dash and door panels which are also included in the other trims. Aluminum speaker grilles, ambient lighting and standard and long wheelbase models are included as well.
The interior of the 2022 Range Rover is also filled with leather and wood materials but there’s also a leather-free option for those looking for a sustainable choice. Depending on the wheelbase, it can seat between 4-7 people but the third row is very cramped for all besides small children. An optional power divider is available to secure cargo.
Tech
2022 Cadillac Escalade:
- Apple carplay/Android auto
- Wifi hotspot
- 19-36 speaker studio sound system
- Digital dashboard with three curved OLED displays
- Navigation
- Rear entertainment system with 12.6-in displays
2022 Range Rover:
- 13.1-inch curved info display with Pivi Pro interface
- Apple carplay/Android auto/Amazon Alexa
- Navigation
- Wireless charging
- SiriusXM radio
- 13.7-inch digital gauge display
- Optional rear entertainment system with 11.4-inch displays
- 35-speaker Meridian sound system
Safety
2022 Cadillac Escalade:
- Standard automatic emergency braking with front and rear pedestrian detection
- Standard lane departure warning with lane keep assist
- Available adaptive cruise control with semi-autonomous driving mode
2022 Range Rover:
- Standard automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection
- Standard lane departure warning with lane keep assist
- Available adaptive cruise control
Conclusion
While the 2022 Range Rover offers a lot in new tech, the average horsepower, fuel economy and safety features don’t seem to warrant the hefty price tag. Choose the 2022 Cadillac Escalade for a better combination of interior luxuries, tech, safety and fuel economy at a friendlier price.