The 2020 Cadillac XT5 offers good fuel economy, plush seats, and a comfortable ride. Let’s compare it to the all-new Cadillac first generation XT6 introduced for 2020. Both are great vehicles, but with different features and capabilities to meet your needs. Reliable Cadillac is here to help you make your choice.
Design
The Cadillac XT5 is one of Cadillac’s best-selling models, and it appeals to most buyers. Its generation debuted in 2017, but the 2020 model has made some notable changes, such as improved quality and design; as well as heated front seats. It seats five comfortably, with a good amount of legroom in both rows. It also comes standard with power-adjustable front seats, sliding and reclining back seats, synthetic leather upholstery, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and a power tilting-and-telescoping steering wheel. There is 30.2 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 63 cubic feet with the seats folded down.
The Cadillac XT6 is spacious with room enough for family and friends. It seats seven, but has the option to seat six with the captain's chair configuration. All three rows of seating are comfortable and have plenty of head and legroom for adult passengers; and it is easy to get in and out of the back seats. For added comfort, the XT6 comes standard with a sunroof, leather upholstery, heated fronts seats, power-adjustable front seats, and a heated steering wheel. The XT6 has a good amount of cargo capacity for its class, with 78.7 cubic feet of room behind the front seat.
Power, Towing, and Price
The Cadillac XT5 gets a new engine for 2020 – a new 237 horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder base engine. A 310-horsepower V6 is available in upper trims and has plenty of power for your everyday driving needs. A nine-speed automatic transmission delivers a smooth ride with timely shifts. The XT5 can tow up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped. The base engine gets an impressive 21/28 in the city and on the highway. The V6 models will give you 18/26 mpg. city/highway. There are three trims available: Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Sport. The starting price for the Luxury is $44,095 and ranges to $55,095 for the starting price of the Sport.
The Cadillac XT6 features a 3.6-liter V6 engine that delivers enough power for your driving needs. When properly equipped, the XT6 can tow up to 4,000 pounds. The XT6 gets fuel economy ratings of 18/25 mpg in the city and on the highway with front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive models get 17/24 mpg city/highway. You’ll be able to choose from two XT6 trims: Premium Luxury and Sport. The Premium Luxury starts at $52,695 with front-wheel drive and $54,695 with all-wheel drive. The Sport starts at $57,095 for its all-wheel drive.
Safety, Technology, and Price
The XT5 offers an all-new infotainment system for 2020. The CUE infotainment system comes with an 8-inch touch screen, voice recognition, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, satellite radio, a Wi-Fi hot spot, four USB ports, and an eight-speaker Bose stereo. It is standard with a rearview camera, automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist, lane departure warning, front pedestrian braking, forward collision alert, a following distance indicator, and front and rear park assist. The XT5 offers plenty of available features for added comfort and safety.
The Cadillac XT6 offers its CUE infotainment system with an 8-inch touchscreen display, an eight-speaker Bose audio system, satellite radio, two USB ports for each row of seats, a Wi-Fi hotspot, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto. Its driver assistance features include a rearview camera, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, front pedestrian direction, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, lane departure warning and Teen Driver system. There are plenty of available features plus a hands-free liftgate and power folding third-row seats.
Overall
The 2020 Cadillac XT5 and XT6 are two great luxury SUVs, offering a comfortable ride and a long list of standard and available features to meet your needs. The Cadillac XT5 is just a smaller version of the XT6. It comes down to the capacity you need in your SUV and the price you want to pay. Come take a ride, and you will see for yourself.