2019 Cadillac XT5 vs. Its Competition

2019 Cadillac XT5
Brian León Brian León Contributing Writer

Compact luxury crossover buyers are spoiled for choice, with strong entries from the German brands in the form of the Audi Q5, BMW X3, and Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class, all of which are less than a few years old like the XT5.

Those three also offer sportier variants, including the SQ5, X3 M40i, and GLC43 and GLC63 AMG.

The Lexus RX continues to be the sales benchmark though, and offers more space and comfort, as well as the option for a third row with the extended RX 350L.

The Volvo XC60 is the most stylish of the bunch, and a comfortable, beautifully-appointed cabin will undoubtedly woo many buyers.

2019 Cadillac XT52019 Cadillac XT5
2019 Audi Q52019 Audi Q5
2019 BMW X32019 BMW X3
2019 Lexus RX2019 Lexus RX
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class (Mercedes-AMG GLC43)2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC Class
2019 Volvo XC602019 Volvo XC60
Quick Specs
5.8
The 2019 Cadillac XT5 is a solid, if forgettable, crossover. Consider the Caddy’s myriad rivals, too.
7.0
It’s easy to see why buyers increasingly pick luxury compact crossovers like the 2019 Audi Q5; it’s comfortable and quick with plenty of room.
7.2
The 2019 BMW X3 is a versatile compact crossover that delivers on rising expectations.
6.8
The 2019 Lexus RX remains the luxury crossover SUV sales standard for its design, comfort, and features.
7.2
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class uses a plush ride and a lush cabin to captivate crossover crowds—and trumps it all with the AMG card.
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The 2019 Volvo XC60 is the full picture: advanced powertrains, gorgeous interior, subtle exterior.
MSRP From     
$41,695$42,950$41,000$43,820$40,700$39,800
Gas Mileage     
18 MPG City / 26 MPG Hwy19 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy20 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy18 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy16 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy19 MPG City / 29 MPG Hwy
Engine     
Gas V6Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4Regular Unleaded V-6Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4
EPA Class     
Sport Utility VehiclesSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 4WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WDSmall Sport Utility Vehicles 2WD
Style Name     
FWD 4-DoorPremium 45 TFSI quattrosDrive30i Sports Activity VehicleRX 350 FWDGLC 300 SUVT5 FWD Momentum
Drivetrain     
Front Wheel DriveAll WheelRear Wheel DriveFront Wheel DriveRear Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity     
555555
Passenger Doors     
4N/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Body Style     
Sport Utility Vehiclequattro Sport UtilitySports Activity VehicleSport UtilitySport UtilitySport Utility
Transmission     
AutomaticAuto-Shift Manual w/ODAutomatic w/ODAutomatic w/ODAutomatic w/ODAutomatic w/OD
Detailed Spec Comparison
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