Cadillac CTS vs Cadillac XT5
Overview | |
MSRP$45,560 | MSRP$44,195 |
Average price$14,500 | Average price$29,321 |
Listings1344 | Listings9348 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryEvery brand needs to undergo occasional makeovers to keep its product portfolio relevant. Brands like Lexus and Jaguar have been doing this the last 5 to 10 years, but the brand that took it upon itself to reinvent its image, and the car that started it all, was the CTS. It arrived in 2002 and was the first truly modern Cadillac. Unlike its big land-barge predecessors, the CTS was taut and featured angular styling and forward-looking engines and technology. Each successive generation of the CTS has seen an evolution of the angles, the powertrains, and the tech, culminating with this car: the 2016 Cadillac CTS. The third generation of the CTS is the largest, most refined, and most high-tech version of the car to date. The third generation of the CTS debuted for the 2015 model year, and is largely carried over to 2016, save for a few key updates. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Cadillac XT5 offers plenty of the luxury experience for less money and fuss than some of its competitors. Even so, this SUV lacks the driving excitement and engagement that the Europeans offer, and it can’t match the style and tech of the Korean and Japanese brands. If it were our only choice, there’d be little to complain about, but when there are so many other great options in the same segment—including the Lincoln Nautilus, BMW X3, Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class, Genesis GV70, and Porsche Macan—the Cadillac loses some of its shine. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 268 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower268 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower235 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 268 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower268 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower235 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.7 cu ft | Cargo Space30.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3646 lbs | Curb Weight3915 lbs |
Height57.2 in | Height66.1 in |
Length195.5 in | Length189.6 in |
Width80.8 in | Width74.9 in |
Wheelbase114.6 in | Wheelbase112.5 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload2086 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $45,560 | $44,195 |
Average price | $14,500 | $29,321 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.6 |
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Every brand needs to undergo occasional makeovers to keep its product portfolio relevant. Brands like Lexus and Jaguar have been doing this the last 5 to 10 years, but the brand that took it upon itself to reinvent its image, and the car that started it all, was the CTS. It arrived in 2002 and was the first truly modern Cadillac. Unlike its big land-barge predecessors, the CTS was taut and featured angular styling and forward-looking engines and technology. Each successive generation of the CTS has seen an evolution of the angles, the powertrains, and the tech, culminating with this car: the 2016 Cadillac CTS. The third generation of the CTS is the largest, most refined, and most high-tech version of the car to date. The third generation of the CTS debuted for the 2015 model year, and is largely carried over to 2016, save for a few key updates. | The Cadillac XT5 offers plenty of the luxury experience for less money and fuss than some of its competitors. Even so, this SUV lacks the driving excitement and engagement that the Europeans offer, and it can’t match the style and tech of the Korean and Japanese brands. If it were our only choice, there’d be little to complain about, but when there are so many other great options in the same segment—including the Lincoln Nautilus, BMW X3, Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class, Genesis GV70, and Porsche Macan—the Cadillac loses some of its shine. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 268 hp I4 | 2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 268 hp @ 5600 rpm | 235 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 29 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 268 hp I4 | 2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 268 hp @ 5600 rpm | 235 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 29 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.7 cu ft | 30.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3646 lbs | 3915 lbs |
Height | 57.2 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 195.5 in | 189.6 in |
Width | 80.8 in | 74.9 in |
Wheelbase | 114.6 in | 112.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 2086 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | 1000 lbs |
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