Ford Explorer vs Cadillac XT5
Overview | |
MSRP$35,510 | MSRP$44,195 |
Listings1495 | Listings410 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryTwo years ago, Ford redesigned its popular Explorer midsize three-row SUV. It moved to a rear-drive platform, added an optional hybrid powertrain, and offered everything from a value-rich base model to a luxurious Platinum trim level. Since then, Ford has added ST-Line, Timberline, and King Ranch trim levels while simultaneously honing the Explorer’s packaging to appeal to the broadest cross-section of Americans possible. | |
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 | |
Engine2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower235 hp @ 5000 rpm |
MPG City20 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway29 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.3L 300 hp I4 | Engine Name2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Torque | Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower235 hp @ 5000 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City20 | MPG City22 |
MPG Highway28 | MPG Highway29 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space18.2 cu ft | Cargo Space30.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight4345 lbs | Curb Weight3915 lbs |
Height69.9 in | Height66.1 in |
Length198.8 in | Length189.6 in |
Width89.3 in | Width74.9 in |
Wheelbase119.1 in | Wheelbase112.5 in |
Maximum Payload1425 lbs | Maximum Payload2086 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity5300 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $35,510 | $44,195 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.5 out of 10Read full review | 6.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Two years ago, Ford redesigned its popular Explorer midsize three-row SUV. It moved to a rear-drive platform, added an optional hybrid powertrain, and offered everything from a value-rich base model to a luxurious Platinum trim level. Since then, Ford has added ST-Line, Timberline, and King Ranch trim levels while simultaneously honing the Explorer’s packaging to appeal to the broadest cross-section of Americans possible. | 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 | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 235 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
MPG City | 20 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 29 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.3L 300 hp I4 | 2.0L 235 hp I4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 235 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 20 | 22 |
MPG Highway | 28 | 29 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 18.2 cu ft | 30.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4345 lbs | 3915 lbs |
Height | 69.9 in | 66.1 in |
Length | 198.8 in | 189.6 in |
Width | 89.3 in | 74.9 in |
Wheelbase | 119.1 in | 112.5 in |
Maximum Payload | 1425 lbs | 2086 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 5300 lbs | 1000 lbs |

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