What are the pros of Cadillac XT5?

Smooth naturally aspirated 310 hp 3.6L V6 engine option with 3,500 lbs towing capacity , Twin-Clutch Sport Control AWD system actively manages torque across the rear wheels , Quiet, serene cabin environment with active noise cancellation and Bose 14-speaker audio , Generous cargo volume (up to 63.0 cu ft) with rear cargo management rail system , Standard Brembo front performance brakes on Sport trim

What are the cons of Cadillac XT5?

8-inch touchscreen interface is smaller than newer curved displays found on newer Cadillac models , V6 fuel economy is average compared to turbocharged 4-cylinder luxury competitors , Ride quality on 20-inch wheels can be firm on broken pavement

Cadillac XT5 Review — Specs, 310 HP V6 & Pricing

Ratings

4.3 Expert Rating

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Category Scores

Performance 8.3

Comfort 9.2

Safety 9.4

Fuel Economy 7.8

Technology 8.6

Maintenance 8.7

Reliability 8.8

Interior 9.0

Exterior 8.9

Value 8.5

Specifications

Powertrain & Drivetrain

Engine Layout	3.6L DOHC 24-Valve V6 with Active Fuel Management
Transmission	9-Speed Automatic Transmission with Electronic Precision Shift
Drive System	Twin-Clutch Sport Control All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
Standard Engine (Base)	2.0L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder (235 hp / 258 lb-ft)

Chassis & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson strut with real-time damping chassis control
Rear Suspension	Independent 5-link with real-time damping chassis control
Braking System	Brembo performance front brakes with red painted calipers
Wheels & Tires	20-inch 12-spoke alloy wheels with Pearl Nickel finish and P235/55R20 tires

Dimensions & Towing

Length	189.6 in (4,816 mm)
Width	74.9 in (1,902 mm without mirrors)
Height	66.1 in (1,679 mm)
Wheelbase	112.5 in (2,858 mm)
Cargo Volume	30.0 cu ft behind 2nd row (up to 63.0 cu ft max)
Max Towing Capacity	3,500 lbs (with Smart Towing Package & heavy-duty cooling)

Safety

Safety Suite	Cadillac Smart System Suite
NHTSA Rating	5 Stars Overall Safety Rating
IIHS Rating	Top Safety Pick
Driver Assist Package	Adaptive Cruise Control, Automatic Parking Assist, Night Vision available

Engine & Performance

Engine3.6L DOHC 24-Valve V6 (LGX)

Horsepower310 hp @ 6,600 rpm

Torque271 lb-ft @ 5,000 rpm

Fuel TypeRegular / Premium Unleaded Gasoline

Transmission9-speed automatic with paddle shifters

Drive TypeAWD

Mileage21 MPGe combined (18 City / 26 Hwy)

Acceleration6.4 sec (0-60 mph)

Top Speed130 mph

Emissions420 g/mi CO2

Battery12V starter battery

Range (EV)460 miles total highway tank range

Fuel Economy

Fuel TypeRegular / Premium Unleaded Gasoline

Mileage21 MPGe combined (18 City / 26 Hwy)

Emissions420 g/mi CO2

Battery12V starter battery

Range (EV)460 miles total highway tank range

Safety

Automatic Emergency Braking & Front Pedestrian Braking
Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning
HD Surround Vision 360 Camera & Rear Camera Mirror with washer

Technology

8.0-inch Cadillac User Experience touchscreen with embedded Navigation
Bose Performance Series 14-speaker audio system
Head-Up Display (HUD) & wireless phone charging pad
Wireless Apple CarPlay & Wireless Android Auto

Ownership

Leather seating surfaces with mini-perforated inserts
Heated and ventilated front seats & heated rear outboard seats
UltraView power sunroof & hands-free power liftgate

Utilize the rear cargo management system with its adjustable fence to keep smaller grocery bags and luggage secure in the trunk.

Expert Review

By FindEdition Auto Team

4.3 / 10 expert score

Overview

The Cadillac XT5 anchors Cadillac's midsize crossover lineup with smooth V6 performance, UltraView sunroof, Bose audio, and advanced Twin-Clutch AWD control.

Driving Experience

The Sport trim's 310-hp V6 and Twin-Clutch AWD deliver linear acceleration and confident cornering stability, supported by Brembo front performance brakes and real-time damping suspension.

Fuel Economy & Utility

Achieves up to 26 MPG highway on V6 models (up to 29 MPG highway on 2.0L Turbo models), alongside a generous 30.0 cu ft cargo area behind the second row.

Pros

Smooth naturally aspirated 310 hp 3.6L V6 engine option with 3,500 lbs towing capacity
Twin-Clutch Sport Control AWD system actively manages torque across the rear wheels
Quiet, serene cabin environment with active noise cancellation and Bose 14-speaker audio
Generous cargo volume (up to 63.0 cu ft) with rear cargo management rail system
Standard Brembo front performance brakes on Sport trim

Cons

8-inch touchscreen interface is smaller than newer curved displays found on newer Cadillac models
V6 fuel economy is average compared to turbocharged 4-cylinder luxury competitors
Ride quality on 20-inch wheels can be firm on broken pavement

Verdict

A comfortable, quiet midsize luxury crossover offering dependable 310-hp naturally aspirated V6 power, Twin-Clutch AWD traction, plush seating, and an expansive cargo area.

Pricing Intelligence

MSRP $64,595

Current $64,595

Dealer $62,800

Invoice $60,900

Offer $63,995

Discount600

Finance3.99% APR for 60 months (qualified buyers)

Lease$599/mo for 36 months, $4,999 due at signing

TaxesVaries by state and locality

Product Intelligence

Buying Recommendation

The Premium Luxury trim with the optional 3.6L V6 engine offers the ideal balance of leather luxury, Bose audio, and smooth powertrain performance, while the Sport trim adds Brembo brakes and real-time damping.

Ownership Cost

Utilize the rear cargo management system with its adjustable fence to keep smaller grocery bags and luggage secure in the trunk.

Alternatives

The Premium Luxury trim with the optional 3.6L V6 engine offers the ideal balance of leather luxury, Bose audio, and smooth powertrain performance, while the Sport trim adds Brembo brakes and real-time damping.

vs Lexus RX Lexus RX offers hybrid options; XT5 provides higher standard horsepower on its base V6 trim and a traditional shift controller.
vs Lincoln Nautilus Nautilus features a larger screen display; XT5 offers Brembo performance brakes and Twin-Clutch AWD cornering dynamics.