2019 Cadillac XT5 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

18 -19 City / 25 -26 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

310

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Donna A

Enjoying our xt5 Cadillac.

I have driven this Cadillac for around 11 months. I love the look of the car. It has plenty of room which we use when traveling. We. Have not had any problems with the car since we have owned it. The service has been done when needed and they have found no problems with the vehicle at this time.

K Anacker

Great car

I have nothing bad to say about the XT5. Great looks outside, great features inside, great fuel mileage, extremely comfortable on road trips. Highly recommend this car over more expensive luxury vehicles

Todd R

Quick acceleration and smooth shifting from the 8 speed transmission.

The 2019 Cadillac xt5 is fun to drive. He v6 engine is very responsive and provides plenty of get up and go when getting on the freeway. The eight speed transmission shifts very smoothly when accelerating up hills or getting on the freeway. That is all for now.

Bran L

I love it, luxury and affordable in one place.

It has that luxury feeling, compact space, great touring feature, affordable, comfortable, swift, fast, innovative and perfect for the whole family. It has great shape and design, wireless charging, smooth on the road, easy to drive, strong follow come tires.

Sara S

Best midsize luxury SUV for the price.

I really like the performance of this car. Very good handling, and gas mileage. Like the interior leather seats of the car, they clean up very easily. Very comfortable. All wheel drive in the winter. All the features you would expect from a luxury vehicle but at a very reasonable price point. I think the perfect size for a mid-size SUV. Not too big, but very comfortable and plenty of trunk space for trips.

Cindy W

Interestingly, has quite good gas mileage for such a large vehicle.

Very comfortable and stylish vehicle. Do not like then pearlized white color of exterior. Performance has been great. Recently took a road trip to FL and got fabulous gas mileage. Quite reliable. Love the service and attention to detail and customer that being a Cadillac owner gets me.

Christina H

Cadillac xt5 step up from sts series.

No problems so far. Performance and reliability are top notch. The car is stylish and looks great. They really put thought into the trim details. The trunk is roomy and the back seats are slightly elevated and have a ton of legroom for passengers. Overall I am very happy with my car!

Pete S

Cadillac xt5 for the new generation.

My new Cadillac xt5 is stylish, comfortable, sleek and well-designed. I traded in my 2016 xt5 to purchase the new one! Cadillac serviced my vehicle faithfully. My vehicle is white with a very light interior. The cargo room is very sufficient. The drawbacks to the xt5 are 20 miles per gallon, and poor visibility thru the back window!

Negative Owner Reviews

Jan Gardner

Seat control danger

My 3 month old car is scary. While my husband was driving down a major highway the driver seat controls started moving on there own and pushed him all the way forward to the steering wheel. This is highly dangerous he couldn’t move the seat back and thank god he was able to break with his left foot. This continued to be a problem that will differently be taking the car back to get fixed however I’m very worried this will happen again and if I should get an entire different vehicle.

Heather Tager

WORST CAR I'VE EVER OWNED!!!

WORST CAR IVE EVER OWNED!!! The worst problem happened 3/7/2020 My car rapidly accelerated and would not stop. I had to hold the brake at 80MPH. I could not get the transmission to change into a different gear until I exited the freeway holding the brakes as hard as I could trying to keep the car from hitting anyone or anything else. I finally got the car to a spot on the road that I had to turn the ignition off. This was the scariest thing that has ever happened while driving a car. Had I not stayed on the brakes which I'm sure I need new pad and rotors now I would have wrecked at a high speed. It was not slowing down. The car will be going back to Cadillac in the morning for the 3rd time since I've owned it. It has 8000 miles on it. DANGEROUS CAR DO NOT PURCHASE!!!!!

Peter Lamboo

The overall apperance

Great car, we test drove all competitors, caddy has it all.

Linda

Massa

I have had a 2017 Cadillac XT5 and now I have the 2019 Cadillac XT5. Both luxury models The brakes in both cars squeaked very badly I am a Real Estate Broker and this is an embarrassment for me It is also an embarrassment for Cadillac! I have had my 19 in the Shop at least 4 times in less than a year for these squeaky brakes no one seems to help me they say they can't hear it! You can hear me going down the street blocks away it is 1 of my pet peeves and I should not have to pay $500 a month to live with that on a lease My 2017 XT5 brakes squeaked as well until they change the brake pads. They won't change them on this car! And I've bought Both cars from the same dealership in less than 2 years! I am tired of going there!

Hrysoula N

My next vehicle will not be a Cadillac xt5.

I have had issues with this car after a few months of having it. All the warning lights would turn on, and the shop could not identify the issue. I drove another luxury vehicle before this car and I prefer that one over my Cadillac. I do not think this car drive as smooth as it should abs find it to be loud.

Bruce R

Quality, comfortable and loaded with lots of standard options included.

My first caddy was a 2012 srx which was the old version of the new xt5 which I currently own and the improvements are great. Gone are all the blind spots looking forward that were caused by massive mirror and windshield pillar. Line of site is greatly improved. I wish it was built a little lower because it is very prone to cross winds.

Sophia O

Wish it was smoother but a good car.

Cadillac xt5 offers good fuel economy with the base engine. The helping system in the car is extremely reliable and helpful. The various settings on the car helps a lot to the driver as well as the passenger. However, it is not the most comfortable SUV to be in. Although its large and has decent space in the back, my passengers in the back have often complained about the headroom and the movement while driving. All in all, it's a good car but wish it was a smoother drive.

Celest K

First time SUV driver. Love the look and the safety features.

First time SUV driver so it was difficult to get used to. I am not a fan of the size but I do like the safety features. I love the lane assist and blind spot mirrors. My favorite thing is the panoramic sunroof. Both of my previous cars have been small turbo cars so I like that they were small and fast and easier to navigate around. This SUV was the only one that I liked in my budget. When I leased in 2019 all sedans were way over my budget so this was a good deal on this car. I like the automatic start and the heated leather seats. It has apple play which is a must for me. However apple play once in a while will freeze and my maps will not load. It has OnStar which is good and probably a lot of other safety features I am still unaware of. I am not sure if I will get another SUV but this was a good car to get me used to it. I haven’t had any issues with the car other than some bad luck of having a rock hit and crack the windshield. I drive a decent amount. My job is about 20 miles away and I would say the car is pretty good on gas. If I get as good of a deal as I did this time I might get the same car when it is time for a new lease.

Cadillac XT5 Models

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

FWD

310 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats

AWD

310 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats

Luxury FWD

310 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats

Luxury AWD

310 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats

Premium Luxury FWD

310 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats

Premium Luxury AWD

310 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats

Platinum AWD

310 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats

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2019 Cadillac XT5 Owner Reviews

4.32

38 Reviews

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5 stars

63%

4 stars

16%

3 stars

16%

2 stars

1 star

Nicole B on June 1, 2021

Loving life in my Cadillac xt5.

The vehicle is very comfortable and rides well. I like the little features like how the back seats recline and the bar in the very back that slides and locks in different positions to hold cargo in place. That is especially helpful with groceries, heavy items or bottles that may roll around. I also like that you can see how your driving affects the gas mileage by showing if you are using 4 cylinders or 6 cylinders. I love all the safety features like the blind spot indicators, the lights and vibration if you are coming up behind someone too fast and all the sensors around the vehicle to help you know if you are too close to something. The main complaint about the vehicle is the touch screen/stereo system. It does not respond well to the touch and is not super user friendly. And the fingerprints show up really well so I constantly have to clean it.

Jan Gardner on May 29, 2021

Seat control danger

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Pros from Owners

Bruce R.

It is at the right height for an adult to just slide into and out of. It has more than usual leg room for your feet, even in boots. Quality and comfort are at the max along with plenty of power. Downside is there are some blind spots and it is hard to see where the front end is.

Cindy W.

Beautiful to look and a fabulous luxury ride. I feel like I am worth the extra costs involved in owning a Cadillac. Customer service is also awesome. You feel like you are the only customer and extremely important to them every time you take the car to be serviced. Car wash with every service provided.

Rosie M.

It is very comfortable and very stylish lines. Love the opalescent color. It has a terrific ease of handling. I like the roominess & the liftgate. Not bad on gas & I love the equipped technology like CarPlay etc.

Cons from Owners

Bruce R.

Blind spots and cannot see the front bumper (end). Being a SUV, it is hard to clean the middle of the windshield. The Cons are easy to overlook being minor, this is the second one I bought. I think I prefer the shift lever movement in my old one compared to my new 2019, which has a Joystick lever for shifting.

Cindy W.

This is our third Cadillac and really we cannot discuss any cons associated with owning one since we have found none! Sorry I really do not have anything else to add here. If thinking whether or not to purchase a Cadillac, go for it!

Rosie M.

The lower lumbar area on the driver's seat is almost non existent and could be more ergonomic. The steering wheel could have more movement/settings to bring it closer etc. Also wish there were one or two small hidden compartments on the dash.

Ranks #18 Luxury Midsize SUV by Owners

The 2019 Cadillac XT5 has an average owner rating of 4.33 out of 5 which ranks it #18 of 20 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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4.32

Ranks #3 Luxury Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2019 Cadillac XT5 has a combined MPG of 27 which ranks it #3 of 20 other Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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29 MPG

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Is The 2019 Cadillac XT5 A Good Car?

Yes it a good car and lot of miles on it to drive the mileage is very good to nice beautiful car to drive can take you a lot of play.

Lutreasa C.

Excellent vehicle unique and tough expensive looking affordable extremely satisfying to drive to and from work and different places.

Alisa G.

Yes. It drives well, is heavy so that I feel safe. Gas mileage is pretty good and is easy to handle.

Rihanna S.

Yes, very reliable and fun to drive. A lot of room but not too big. Very nice interior and exterior. Color is great on the vehicle. Also love the safety features and the front console set up.

Tom W.

How Reliable Is The 2019 Cadillac XT5?

Yes it is very reliable and good driving material I would recommend this to anybody that's looking for a car to drive.

Lutreasa C.

None of the problems other cars have any other problems are not convenient although reliable sure more than others.

Alisa G.

It hasn't shown any problems so far. It always starts easily, handles well, has good pick up and hasn't let me down yet.

Alyssa B.

Yes, no problems. I have not experienced any problems so far with the vehicle. It runs well and we have not had to take it to the shop yet for any repairs.

Erik P.

Is The 2019 Cadillac XT5 A Good Value?

I think it cost 40000 and yes it is a real good value and it has a lot of mileage I would recommend this to people.

Lutreasa C.

57000 yes sounds excellent priced well worth it for the driving experience with the vehicle and value.

Alisa G.

It was an expensive vehicle. We are currently in a lease agreement. I think that for the price it is a good value for a luxury midsize SUV. We will most likely purchase the vehicle when the lease is... Read More

Terry B.

Frequently Asked Questions

2019 Cadillac XT5: What is the size of the trunk and cargo space?

Answer: The size of the trunk and cargo space on the 2019 Cadillac XT5 iS30 ft, 63 ft with seat area. The larger number is the size of the space with the seats folded down, while the smaller number is the seats folded...

2019 Cadillac XT5: What is the towing capacity including torque, payload, and tongue weight?

Answer: The 2019 Cadillac XT5 has a towing capacity of up to 1,000 pounds. It also has a torque of 271 lb-feet, and a tongue weight of 100 pounds. The payload capacity for this car is 1,645 to 2,016 lbs. It gets a fuel...

2019 Cadillac XT5: What is the tire size and pressure, and wheel size?

Answer: The wheel size of the 2019 Cadillac XT5 base model is 18-inch silver aluminum alloy rims. As specified by the manufacturer, the vehicle tire size is 235/65r18 with the required PSI of 36. Modified trim levels...

2019 Cadillac XT5: What is the oil type and capacity?

Answer: Across the seven trims of the 2009 Cadillac XTS, only one engine is used -- the 3.6L V6. Two different engine codes appear (LFxAnd LGX), but for our purposes, these are irrelevant. The 09 XTS takeS6 quarts of...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

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Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety

2019 Cadillac XT5 Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

Positive Owner Reviews

Negative Owner Reviews

Cadillac XT5 Models

2019 Cadillac XT5 Owner Reviews

Pros from Owners

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Ranks #18 Luxury Midsize SUV by Owners

Ranks #3 Luxury Midsize SUV by Fuel Economy

Is The 2019 Cadillac XT5 A Good Car?

How Reliable Is The 2019 Cadillac XT5?

Is The 2019 Cadillac XT5 A Good Value?

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