Buick Encore GX vs Cadillac XT5
Overview | |
Years produced2017-Present | Years produced2020-Present |
MSRP$44,195 | MSRP$25,600 |
Listings9489 | Listings9654 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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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. | |
Reviews SummaryVerdict: The latest from Buick is a smartly refreshed Encore GX subcompact crossover, available in Preferred, Sport Touring, and for the first time, Avenir trims. This is Buick’s best-selling model and it’s easy to see why. The Encore GX is economical but still looks great, and it offers a decent powertrain and a comfy ride. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 235 hp I4 | Engine1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower235 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City30 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 235 hp I4 | Engine Name1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower235 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City30 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space30.0 cu ft | Cargo Space23.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight3915 lbs | Curb Weight3023 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height64.1 in |
Length189.6 in | Length171.2 in |
Width74.9 in | Width71.4 in |
Wheelbase112.5 in | Wheelbase102.2 in |
Maximum Payload2086 lbs | Maximum Payload |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2017-Present | 2020-Present |
MSRP | $44,195 | $25,600 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | 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. | Verdict: The latest from Buick is a smartly refreshed Encore GX subcompact crossover, available in Preferred, Sport Touring, and for the first time, Avenir trims. This is Buick’s best-selling model and it’s easy to see why. The Encore GX is economical but still looks great, and it offers a decent powertrain and a comfy ride. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 235 hp I4 | 1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 235 hp @ 5000 rpm | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 22 | 30 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 235 hp I4 | 1.2L 137 hp I3 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 162 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm |
Horsepower | 235 hp @ 5000 rpm | 137 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 30 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 30.0 cu ft | 23.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3915 lbs | 3023 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 64.1 in |
Length | 189.6 in | 171.2 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 71.4 in |
Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 102.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 2086 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | 1000 lbs |

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