Cadillac XT5 vs Chevrolet Equinox
Overview | |
Years produced2005-Present | Years produced2017-Present |
MSRP$28,600 | MSRP$44,195 |
Listings9266 | Listings9035 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryThe latest iteration of this compact crossover takes styling cues from the only Chevy model to outsell it: the Silverado. Its new look comes with new standard tech and safety features, new transmissions, and a new trim bringing something new to the lineup to appeal to the weekend warrior crowd. Verdict: We wouldn't be at all surprised to see the Equinox remain one of Chevrolet's best sellers. The added value outstrips the price increase in our book, and the makeover is sure to appeal to plenty of compact SUV shoppers. | |
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 | |
Engine1.5L 175 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower175 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower235 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 175 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Torque203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower175 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower235 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space29.8 cu ft | Cargo Space30.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3428 lbs | Curb Weight3915 lbs |
Height65.6 in | Height66.1 in |
Length183.2 in | Length189.6 in |
Width74.9 in | Width74.9 in |
Wheelbase107.5 in | Wheelbase112.5 in |
Maximum Payload1202 lbs | Maximum Payload2086 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity800 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2005-Present | 2017-Present |
MSRP | $28,600 | $44,195 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | The latest iteration of this compact crossover takes styling cues from the only Chevy model to outsell it: the Silverado. Its new look comes with new standard tech and safety features, new transmissions, and a new trim bringing something new to the lineup to appeal to the weekend warrior crowd. Verdict: We wouldn't be at all surprised to see the Equinox remain one of Chevrolet's best sellers. The added value outstrips the price increase in our book, and the makeover is sure to appeal to plenty of compact SUV shoppers. | 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 | 1.5L 175 hp I4 | 2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 175 hp @ 5600 rpm | 235 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City | 26 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 29 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 175 hp I4 | 2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Torque | 203 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 175 hp @ 5600 rpm | 235 hp @ 5000 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 29 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 29.8 cu ft | 30.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3428 lbs | 3915 lbs |
Height | 65.6 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 183.2 in | 189.6 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 74.9 in |
Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 112.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1202 lbs | 2086 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 800 lbs | 1000 lbs |

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