Cadillac XT5 vs Volkswagen Atlas
Overview | |
MSRP$44,195 | MSRP$37,995 |
Listings406 | Listings392 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 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 SummaryLaunched for the 2018 model year, the Volkswagen Atlas is engineered specifically for the United States market. It's a three-row midsize crossover SUV, big for a VW, but targeting a popular market segment that already includes the Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Explorer, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Nissan Pathfinder, Subaru Ascent, and Toyota Highlander. To keep up in such a competitive segment, the Atlas gets a major refresh for the 2024 model year. The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is essentially the same vehicle as before, but it gets key updates like different styling and more standard features. It also loses its six-cylinder engine option, but the remaining turbocharged four-cylinder engine gets more horsepower and torque. The 2024 Atlas lineup includes SE, SE with Technology, SEL, and SEL Premium R-Line trim levels, plus a new-for-2024 Peak Edition treatment available on the SE with Technology and SEL trim levels. For this review, we tested an Atlas SEL Premium R-Line, representing the top of the range. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 235 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower235 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City22 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway27 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 235 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower235 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway27 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space30.0 cu ft | Cargo Space20.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight3915 lbs | Curb Weight4343 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height70.4 in |
Length189.6 in | Length200.7 in |
Width74.9 in | Width88.5 in |
Wheelbase112.5 in | Wheelbase117.3 in |
Maximum Payload2086 lbs | Maximum Payload1091 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity2000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $44,195 | $37,995 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 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. | Launched for the 2018 model year, the Volkswagen Atlas is engineered specifically for the United States market. It's a three-row midsize crossover SUV, big for a VW, but targeting a popular market segment that already includes the Chevrolet Traverse, Ford Explorer, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Telluride, Nissan Pathfinder, Subaru Ascent, and Toyota Highlander. To keep up in such a competitive segment, the Atlas gets a major refresh for the 2024 model year. The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas is essentially the same vehicle as before, but it gets key updates like different styling and more standard features. It also loses its six-cylinder engine option, but the remaining turbocharged four-cylinder engine gets more horsepower and torque. The 2024 Atlas lineup includes SE, SE with Technology, SEL, and SEL Premium R-Line trim levels, plus a new-for-2024 Peak Edition treatment available on the SE with Technology and SEL trim levels. For this review, we tested an Atlas SEL Premium R-Line, representing the top of the range. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 235 hp I4 | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 235 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
MPG City | 22 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 27 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 235 hp I4 | 2.0L 269 hp I4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 235 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 27 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 30.0 cu ft | 20.6 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3915 lbs | 4343 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 70.4 in |
Length | 189.6 in | 200.7 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 88.5 in |
Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 117.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 2086 lbs | 1091 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | 2000 lbs |
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