2025 Cadillac XT5 vs. 2024 Lexus GX 550 Review

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2025 Cadillac
XT5

MSRP*: $44,295 to $57,195
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2024 Lexus
GX 550

MSRP*: $62,900 to $79,900
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MPG - City 18 - 22 MPG 15 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 63.0 ft3 76.9 - 90.5 ft3
Engine
  • 235-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 349-hp, 3.4-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 235 - 310 hp 349 hp
Towing Capacity 1,000 lbs 7,601 - 9,096 lbs
Exterior Length 189.6 in 197.1 in
Exterior Width 74.9 in 78.0 - 78.7 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 36.7 in
Head Room Front 37.9 - 39.7 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.4 in
Front 39.4 - 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 - 43.1 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 Lexus GX 550 than in the Cadillac XT5, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Lexus GX 550 offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Cadillac XT5, offering the driver and front passenger a bit more room and comfort.

Convenience
The Cadillac XT5 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Lexus GX 550, 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). Clearly, the Cadillac XT5 is a better financial choice over the Lexus GX 550, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Cadillac XT5 is much slimmer than the Lexus GX 550, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Cadillac XT5 is slightly shorter than the Lexus GX 550, which may make it easier to park.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Lexus GX 550 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 Lexus GX 550.

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 Lexus GX 550.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Cadillac XT5 and the Lexus GX 550. The Cadillac XT5 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Lexus GX 550.