Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
18 -19 City / 25 -26 HWY
Horsepower
310
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Babb
Very pleased with this car
I've drove 18,000 trouble free miles so far. I like how easy it is to get in and out, no more fumbling with key fob, great ride, very quiet, super stereo, automatic heated and cooled seats are a real plus. The huge sun roof really give a spacious feeling. Rear seat passengers love having their own climate control and heated seats. Amazing how much cargo can be carried when rear seats are folded down. On top of everything else, the car is beautiful with great lines. I actually don't even mind the start/stop technology. Highly recommend!!
accountCircle Marge S
Distinctive ride with style
Very comfortable ride. Beautiful interior. Sleek, attractive, distinctive exterior. Gets great mileage for the size of vehicle and responsive power.
accountCircle Nicole C
Love the camera going into reverse gear. It helps out much. The car is spacious.
I love that this vehicle is very quiet and comfortable to drive and it has so much space. It is a smooth, elegant ride. The camera when you go put in reverse gear sometimes takes a moment to adjust but is still perfectly fine. Would not want to do without it anymore.
accountCircle Stefanie S
Great car for a small family.
I love this vehicle. Has all of the accessories I need such as lane departure alerts, cooled/heated seats and automatic start. I have never had any issues with this vehicle. The navigation system is very easy to use. Automatic start is also amazing it has good range from in my house and cools down the car nicely.
accountCircle Gabby H
Cadillac xt5: safe, reliable, and classy.
I have not experienced a single issue with my Cadillac xt5. I rely heavily on my car and it has always been extremely reliable and still feels new. It rides incredibly smooth and it feels very high-end. I never feel uncomfortable when I take it for long road trips as the interior is very comfortable. My favorite features of the car is apple carplay, heated steering wheels, and the safety features.
accountCircle Nicole L
Drives smoothly like a car but it's an suv. Technology is amazing
Its my first suv and i love it. It drives like a car with plenty of room for my newborn. I love the technology in it
accountCircle Nicci C
The reverse camera helps out a lot. It is a feature I do not want to miss.
Good size vehicle, not too long, not too small. Fits large items in the trunk. Reverse camera is a major plus. Do not want to do without it anymore. Very reliable. Very sleek, classy look. Could be a little better/ less on gas usage but overall ok.
accountCircle Andre
Great Ride!
This is an “outstanding” S.U.V. We test drove many others. This Cadillac XT5 has a powerful 3.6 litre engine that gets amazing gas mileage, runs very smooth, quiet and has lots of power when needed. The interior cabin is very spacious and super comfy. The magnetic suspension gives a great, quiet ride and it handles very well, even on rough roads. The other SUV’s had noisy 2.0 litre turbo engines which require premium fuel that costs more. Also, this Cadillac has one of the highest safety ratings in the industry which was very important to us.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Stacey Jones
Having to purchase new tires after 2 years.
I would not recommend this vehicle at all. After only owning the vehicle for 2 years and only 20,000 miles, they're saying the the treads on the tires are low and I need to purchase new ones. The dealership stated that the manufacturer said the tires for 2018 were not good but failed to tell their customers when it was purchased and they are not under any warranty. What a big disappointment.
accountCircle Charles menard
NOT DEPENDABLE
Got the car in june 2018.Numerous time the car wont start.Batery was change twice.Computer change .Total I was without my car for app.22 days. Yesterday the car would not start again they called today to say they had to replace the battery again. I keep paying for a lemon and have to keep a power pack in my car to boost MY cadillac.BUYER BEWARE once you take it you are stuck with it.The dealer will not replace it. Never had such a bad car.
accountCircle Melissa M
Cadillac. Vs Nissan compare backup options.
No all over back up view only starlight behind me no matter verbally to see the front or sides my Nissan has a bird's eye view that assists when parking. Not worth the price of the car Nissan has more cutting edge options. Paint is not very clean looking.
accountCircle Gaveiel F
Great car with amazing experience and great ride.
Great it rides really smooth and priced a great feeling of security and safeness when riding it out cruising. It is also very beautiful and a very great car to have when you are trying to find an affordable luxury car, the wrap is very beautiful and the interior is stunning.
accountCircle Jodi P
Love the exterior not the interior.
This car seems like a lemon only when it comes to the interior and how the car was put together. No problems with the engine. It is a very rough riding car with many squeaks and rattles. It was in the shop 1/2 the first year we owned it getting the entire interior reinstalled appropriately.
accountCircle Joseph H
Limited storage, and small cargo area.
Power mirrors do not fold in automatically when you shut off vehicle. Ride is quiet and smooth. Storage space is limited for a luxury vehicle. Seats are extremely comfortable. The mileage is approximately 18 mpg, to a gallon of regular gas. No spare tire in vehicle, no CD player, and the rear cargo area is small, unless you put the seats down.
accountCircle Barrie M
It is acceptable but, not what you would expect from Cadillac.
I often have to put air in the tires. The seating is already worn on the leatherette so not sturdy or well made. I do not get good gas mileage. The exterior of the car looks nice enough. It is roomy in the cabin of the vehicle. Overall gm is ok but, not great nor at the forefront with its available vehicles.
accountCircle Jane A
Poor lights or unsafe lights.
The lights are very bad. They do not give any side view and even the straight forward view is so dim that I do not feel safe driving at night. I will certainly test drive at night before I drive again. In fact the headlights are so poor that I may change brands of cars entirely. After many of the same I would hate to switch now.

Cadillac XT5 Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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FWD
310 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats
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AWD
310 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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Luxury FWD
310 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats
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Luxury AWD
310 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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Premium Luxury FWD
310 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats
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Premium Luxury AWD
310 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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Platinum AWD
310 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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2018 Cadillac XT5 Owner Reviews

4.50
78 Reviews
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5 stars 71%
4 stars 18%
3 stars 5%
2 stars 4%
1 star 3%
accountCircle John S on June 25, 2021
Xt5 is an outstanding duv.
I do not have problems that I need to discuss. Best ride I have ever owned. Not really sure why I was asked this unless I pushed wrong button on previous question. Very comfortable ride and very nice amenities. Highly recommend it to any looking for a new vehicle.
accountCircle Elijah S on June 24, 2021
Awesome you should think about getting one.
I have no problems with my car I love my car I have always loved these kind of cars and I plan to get another one in the future. I have no problems with my car I love my car I have always loved these kind of cars and I plan to get another one in the future.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Molly R.

V6 engine - good pick-up. Luxury interior with leather. Great sound system. Modern 'computer' with Apple CarPlay. Good size - not too low but not huge, therefore decent fuel economy and easy for driving and parking in cities or more congested areas.

likeFilled Latha S.

The pros is the best to drive sufficient space n easy to drive picking speed The audio is very nice n effective iya look very beautiful n traveling is not tedious steering is to my height level n driving is convenient air conditioning is the best like breeze.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Molly R.

I got a base model, it does not have seat warmers - seems that should be included in a base model Cadillac. Tires are more expensive to replace than a non-luxury SUV. Higher cost for basic servicing than a non-luxury car.

dislikeFilled Latha S.

The con is auto gear facility and lot of space inside Movable table helping for keeping things n it is also folding type bottle holders auto coloring glass avoiding outside light getting inside overall it is a mini home.

Ranks #14 Luxury Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2018 Cadillac XT5 has an average owner rating of 4.50 out of 5 which ranks it #14 of 18 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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4.85
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Ranks #4 Luxury Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2018 Cadillac XT5 has a combined MPG of 29 which ranks it #4 of 19 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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26 MPG

Is The 2018 Cadillac XT5 A Good Car?

Yes I love it. Drives and rides very easy. Great technology. Looks good. Worth the money. Very luxurious.
jessica r.
No. It does not get good gas mpg and it constantly needs air in its tire just like my previous Cadillac lease. Bimmer.
Barrie M.
Awesome because is great and beautiful. In addition, the car is amazing with an excellent interior. Cannot ask for more.
David F.

How Reliable Is The 2018 Cadillac XT5?

Extremely reliable. I have had zero problems with it. I love everything about it. Will have another one when I am ready to trade this one.
jessica r.
It often requires air in the tires. It is otherwise comfortable and reliable. I have it in white and two more years on the lease. The xt5 looks very nice.
Barrie M.
No problems because is a beautiful car with great maintenance. No need to repair or fix it to do whatever.
David F.

Is The 2018 Cadillac XT5 A Good Value?

I paid $52000. I think it is a good value. The extras offered by the luxury trim is worth the extra money.
jessica r.
$300 mo lease plus gas. I do not get good gas mileage. I am not sure if it is a good value because, it is a 3 year 36,000 lease. For a luxury car it is probably adequate.
Barrie M.
Yes because it is a beautiful car an excellent type for a business person like me. People should get a car like this.
David F.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are some of the 2018 Cadillac XT5 transmission problems?

Answer: The 2018 Cadillac XT5 transmission problems are shudders or doesn't shift properly. The transmission is one of the most crucial parts of the vehicle. You will come into issues at some point. The gears may...

How to turn off auto stop on 2018 Cadillac XT5?

Answer: To turn off auto stop on the 2018 Cadillac XT5, watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuqEXwM3acs Brake equipment will become old and will need to be replaced at some point. The brake pads and shoes need...

How to perform 2018 cadillac xt5 oil reset?

Answer: To perform 2018 Cadillac XT5 oil reset, watch: https://www.Youtube.com/watch?v=NRF2KW1mLJE The expected cost for a Cadillac XT5 oil change is between $146 and $161. Labor costs are priced between $54 and $66...

2018 Cadillac XT5: What is the towing capacity including torque, payload, and tongue weight?

Answer: The 2018 Cadillac XT5 has a towing capacity of 3,500Lbs, which is the amount of weight that it can pull behind the vehicle. It has a torque of 271 lb-ft, which is the amount of turning power that a vehicle has....

2018 Cadillac XT5: What is the tire size and pressure, and wheel size?

Answer: The 2018 Cadillac XT5 has a wheel size ranging from 18 to 20 inches in diameter. The diameter iS8 inches. On the base and Luxury trim levels the tire size is P235/65R18. The Platinum and Premium Luxury wheel...

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Safety & Reliability

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