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| 2020 CADILLAC XT5 | VS | 2020 CADILLAC XT6 |
|---|---|---|
| $45,900 | MSRP | $53,690 |
| 237 HP | Horsepower | 310 HP |
| 18 city / 25 hwy | Fuel Economy | 18 city / 25 highway |
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These midsize SUVs offer great features for anyone in search of a luxury vehicle that has room for passengers and cargo. These are versatile, powerful SUVs that offer premium driving experiences. With so many design goals shared between these vehicles, it can be difficult to weigh which one best suits your lifestyle. Read our guide below to see what the key differences are between these luxury SUVs.
The 2020 Cadillac XT5 has two available Powertrain options, with the first being a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine that offers a healthy 237 horsepower. For those interested in superior handling and power, you can upgrade trim level in the XT5 to get access to the 3.6L V6 engine, which yields 310 horsepower and 271 pound-feet of torque. This engine is the same one you’ll find in every Cadillac XT6, no matter what trim level you choose. Engine specs as well as size influence the overall costs of both of these vehicles. If your Cadillac SUV is a people-mover first and foremost, you might not mind missing out on some extra horses for a lower starting price. The XT5 with its 4-cylinder starts at $45,900, a significant difference when compared to the XT6’s $53,690 starting MSRP. If you’re looking to get into luxury for less, the XT5 might be the best call. If power is a concern, you can get access to the beefier 3.6L engine in either these Cadillacs for roughly the same price.
This is the biggest differentiator between these vehicles. While they’re both mid-size SUVs, the XT6 has the capacity to seat 7 people, whereas the XT5 can only seat 5. This explains a lot of the specification differences between these vehicles, which are important to note. The XT6 is 8.9-inches longer than the XT5 overall, with an overall length of 198.5 inches. The XT5 is 189.6-inches long, which can be a significant factor when maneuvering through traffic, or fitting into tight spaces. The XT5 is also 2.6-inches slimmer than the XT6, which is just enough to notice when you’re squeezing into a tight spot. The XT5 offers a great deal of interior space for a 5-seater, a category that applies to even some full-size sedans. In terms of total interior passenger volume, the XT5 offers a comfortable 104.5 cubic-feet of passenger space, and 39.7-inches of front head room. The XT6 has 39.8-inches of headroom available in the front by comparison, so you won’t notice much difference in comfort when it comes to driver experience. If you’re not sure whether you’ll be transporting 7 on a regular basis, the XT5 is a strong option. With interior space that closely matches the XT6, there are only upsides to the XT5 when it comes to overall size and starting price. If you’ve got a growing family however, the 7-seater XT6 offers maximum people-moving capacity with no drawbacks to fuel economy.
The XT5 and XT6 show their shared heritage when it comes to safety and technology. On the inside of these crossovers, you’ll find basic automatic emergency braking systems, parking sensors, lane departure warnings, and lane centering features standard on every single trim level. Optional on both of these SUVs is a 360-degree camera system that can help you stay alert on the open road. These vehicles share an 8-inch touch screen for your infotainment and audio needs. When it comes to safety and crashworthiness, these cars both have great scores from the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety, an official researcher for vehicle safety. The 2020 Cadillac XT6 pulls away when it comes to crashworthiness, being an IIHS 2020 Top Safety Pick +, indicating that this SUV tops the mid-size SUV segment when it comes to overall safety. This vehicle shares a Chassis with the GMC Acadia, which has similarly positive crash scores. The XT6 received the best scores possible for every type of collision tested, regardless of a front-end or side impact situation. The XT5 also has the best possible scores for crashworthiness, but the LED headlights on the XT5 performed at a marginal level when it came to offering visibility around curves, whereas the XT6’s headlights were found to have average performance levels. Both of these SUVs are a great choice for anyone prioritizing safety and are built with strong chassis to protect your family in an accident. The XT6 has a slight edge here, by offering better headlights than the XT6.
With these Cadillac crossovers, it’s important to weigh what matters most to you. Are luxury features the reason you shop Cadillac? If they are, these vehicles both offer fantastic interior comfort, so you might consider the Cadillac XT5 which can get you into American-made luxury for a little bit less. If safety and size are the most important things for you, look no further than the XT6, which offers everything that’s great about the XT6, plus extra room for more passengers. There’s no way you can know for sure without seeing these Cadillacs in person, however, some make sure to schedule a test drive with your preferred Cadillac dealer below by scrolling to the bottom of this page.
This SUV is catered to a variety of drivers, including families, so you can rest easy knowing that the safety features are top notch. Both the 2020 and 2020 model feature Surround Vision that provides you with an all-encompassing view of the vehicle. Forward Collision Alert, Lane Keep Assist and Lane Change Alert all help keep you safe in both the 2020 and 2020 models. Additionally revolutionary Safety Alert Seats offer a subtle vibration on the left or right side of the drivers’ seat to alert you of the presence and direction of any potential danger.
Both the 2020 and 2020 CADILLAC XT5 are great choices for a family-friendly SUV. There are very few changes to the 2020 model: both Escalades are luxury SUVs that can fit up to eight people; they have the same fuel economy and horsepower; and they have approximately the same MSRP.
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MSRP excludes destination, taxes, title and registration fees. Starting at MSRP refers to the base model, optional equipment not included. Pricing and offers may change at any time without notification. To get full pricing details, see your dealer.
All figures are EPA estimates. Actual mileage may vary.
