Buick Encore GX vs Cadillac XT5

2023 Cadillac XT5
2023 Cadillac XT5
$44,195MSRP
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2024 Buick Encore GX
2024 Buick Encore GX
$25,600MSRP
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2023 Cadillac XT5
$44,195MSRP
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2024 Buick Encore GX
$25,600MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

2017-Present

Years produced

2020-Present

MSRP

$44,195

MSRP

$25,600

Listings

9489

Listings

9654

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

6.3 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.7 out of 10

Pros

  • Spacious cabin

  • Excellent value for the money

  • Stylish design

Cons

  • Fairly pedestrian performance

  • Aging interior

  • Some trims have a harsh ride

Pros

  • Attractive design

  • Smooth ride quality

  • Impressive cargo space for its segment

Cons

  • New touchscreen underwhelms

  • Performance could be better

Reviews 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.

Reviews Summary

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

Engine

1.2L 137 hp I3

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

235 hp @ 5000 rpm

Horsepower

137 hp @ 5000 rpm

MPG City

22

MPG City

30

MPG Highway

29

MPG Highway

31
2023 Cadillac XT5
2023 Cadillac XT5
$44,195MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2024 Buick Encore GX
2024 Buick Encore GX
$25,600MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2023 Cadillac XT5
$44,195MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2024 Buick Encore GX
$25,600MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

Years produced
2017-Present
2020-Present
MSRP
$44,195
$25,600
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.6

4.5

Expert reviews

6.3 out of 10

Read full review

7.7 out of 10

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Pros & cons

Pros

  • Spacious cabin

  • Excellent value for the money

  • Stylish design

Cons

  • Fairly pedestrian performance

  • Aging interior

  • Some trims have a harsh ride

Pros

  • Attractive design

  • Smooth ride quality

  • Impressive cargo space for its segment

Cons

  • New touchscreen underwhelms

  • Performance could be better

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
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