Used 2023 Cadillac XT5 for Sale nearMadison, WI

How much does the 2023 Cadillac XT5 cost?

Prices have softened 4.13% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 1,700 listings available, which suggests you have a healthy amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2023 Cadillac XT5 a good car?

Yes — the 2023 Cadillac XT5 earns a 4.92/5 user rating and a 6.33/10 expert rating. The model scores 7/10 across Form and function, Technology, and Safety.

You’ll see the same strengths come through in owner feedback: beautiful design, comfort, a spacious interior, and outstanding features. The XT5 also fits buyers who want a luxury SUV that feels less fussy than some rivals while still delivering a roomy cabin and a smooth driving experience.

The trade-offs are clear, though. The XT5 is not the most engaging SUV to drive, and the expert review calls out fairly pedestrian performance, an aging interior, and some trims with a harsh ride.

The model’s value proposition is strongest if you want a comfortable, well-equipped midsize luxury SUV without stretching into pricier rivals. Good and great deals account for 33.7% of listings, which gives you some room to shop selectively.

Is the 2023 Cadillac XT5 reliable?

Owners rate it 4.92/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner summary points to a vehicle that feels dependable in daily use, with praise for comfort, spaciousness, and a trouble-free ownership experience centered on its strong feature set. That kind of feedback matters if you want a luxury SUV you can count on over time.

The expert review also reinforces the XT5’s easygoing nature, describing it as a comfortable, straightforward luxury crossover rather than a high-strung machine. Cadillac’s maintenance perk language is not included in the available data.

For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is less about outright fragility and more about whether the specific vehicle was maintained well and equipped with the options you want.

What should I look for when buying a used 2023 Cadillac XT5?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 84.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still run a history report on any candidate, even if it looks clean on paper. A pre-purchase inspection is especially important on a luxury SUV like this, where trim level and option content can change the ownership experience a lot. Focus on cabin condition, ride quality, and whether the features you care about are actually present on the specific vehicle.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The cabin is intuitively laid out and offers good space across both rows, but the interior can feel dated and less memorable than rivals. Top trims like the XT5 Premium Luxury add genuine leather, heated front and rear seats, and a heated steering wheel, while the base setup uses synthetic leather upholstery.
• Powertrain: The turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder makes 237 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque, while the available V6 produces 310 hp and 271 lb-ft of torque. The base engine is paired with a nine-speed automatic and can sound rough under heavy throttle, while the V6 is the more appropriate choice if you want stronger response.
• Safety package: Standard safety tech includes automatic emergency braking, forward collision alert, front and rear parking sensors, following distance indicator, lane-keep assist with lane-departure warning, front pedestrian braking, a vibrating safety alert seat, and rear-seat reminder. Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is available, and the Driver Assist Package adds adaptive cruise control, automatic seatbelt tightening during emergency braking, enhanced automatic emergency braking, and reverse automatic braking.
• Infotainment: The XT5 uses an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, plus a rotary controller and voice control. It also offers a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, Bose premium audio with 14 speakers, wireless charging, and navigation.
• Fuel efficiency: The turbo-four with front-wheel drive is rated at 22 mpg city, 29 mpg highway, and 24 mpg combined. The V6 with all-wheel drive is rated at 18/25/21 mpg city/highway/combined.

Which 2023 Cadillac XT5 trim should I buy?

The 2023 Cadillac XT5 is offered in 3 trim levels: Luxury, Premium Luxury, Sport.

Here's the short version:

• Luxury: This is the entry point, and it gives you the XT5’s core strengths without pushing the price too high. It makes the most sense if you want the XT5’s roomy cabin, intuitive controls, and luxury feel at the lowest cost.
• Premium Luxury: This is the best-value trim. It adds the kind of comfort upgrades many shoppers want most, including genuine leather, heated front and rear seats, and a heated steering wheel, while avoiding the Sport trim’s higher price.
• Sport: Choose this if you want the most aggressive-looking XT5 and are willing to pay more for it. The available V6 is the better match for this trim’s positioning, but the data still points to the Premium Luxury as the smarter buy for most shoppers.

Cadillac also holds back many desirable features in added-cost packages, so check the option list carefully before you buy.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2023 Cadillac XT5?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, so you can shop with some leverage if you’re patient.

• Deal availability: 33.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 1,700 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 4.13% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 84.6% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $31,175, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2023 Cadillac XT5's resale value?

The current average of $31,916 sits slightly below last year's $33,290.

That decline suggests the XT5 has softened in the market, which can work against you if you’re planning to sell soon. On the other hand, it may help you buy at a more favorable point in the cycle if you’re shopping now.

For future resale, the key question is whether the vehicle stays appealing to used buyers who want comfort, space, and value more than driving excitement. Well-equipped examples in strong condition should hold broader interest than stripped or heavily worn ones.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.92/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2023 Cadillac XT5 safe?

The 2023 Cadillac XT5 missed a Top Safety Pick award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), and the last full crash-test results available were for the 2021 model. It earned top “Good” scores in all crash test areas, but its headlights were rated “Marginal.”

It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.

Standard safety tech includes automatic emergency braking, forward collision alert, front and rear parking sensors, following distance indicator, lane-keep assist with lane-departure warning, front pedestrian braking, a vibrating safety alert seat, and rear-seat reminder. Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert is available as an option, and the Driver Assist Package adds adaptive cruise control, automatic seatbelt tightening during emergency braking, enhanced automatic emergency braking, and reverse automatic braking.

One caveat to keep in mind is the headlight result, which is weaker than the rest of the crash performance and worth checking carefully on any used example.

Should I buy a 2023 Cadillac XT5 or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2023 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2023 if:

• 33.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 84.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 4.13% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.92/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It delivers a roomy, comfortable luxury experience with good value and less fuss than many rivals.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $28,643, the 2022 costs less than the current year's $31,916 average.
• It carries over with minimal changes and still offers Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Sport trims.

The bottom line: choose the 2023 if you want the stronger current-market mix of value, inventory, and owner satisfaction. If your priority is spending less upfront, the 2022 is the better path because it delivers a similar formula for less money.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.