2025 Cadillac XT5 vs. 2024 Cadillac XT6 Review

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2025 Cadillac
XT5

MSRP*: $44,295 to $57,195
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2024 Cadillac
XT6

MSRP*: $48,795 to $60,295
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MPG - City 18 - 22 MPG 18 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 29 MPG 25 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 63.0 ft3 78.7 ft3
Engine
  • 235-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 235-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 235 - 310 hp 235 - 310 hp
Towing Capacity 1,000 lbs 1,000 - 4,000 lbs
Exterior Length 189.6 in 198.5 in
Exterior Width 74.9 in 77.3 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 39.1 in
Head Room Front 37.9 - 39.7 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.4 in
Front 39.8 in
Rear 39.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Cadillac XT6 than in the Cadillac XT5, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Cadillac XT6 will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Cadillac XT5.

Convenience
The Cadillac XT5 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Cadillac XT6, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Cadillac XT5 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Cadillac XT6.

Dimensions
Since the Cadillac XT5 is much slimmer than the Cadillac XT6, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Cadillac XT5 is slightly shorter than the Cadillac XT6, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Cadillac XT5 has the same turning radius as the Cadillac XT6, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Cadillac XT6 is clearly the choice over the Cadillac XT5 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Cadillac XT5 has a lot less horsepower than the Cadillac XT6.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Cadillac XT5 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Cadillac XT6.

Utility
The Cadillac XT5 has less seating than the Cadillac XT6, making the Cadillac XT6 the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Cadillac XT5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Cadillac XT6.