The Cadillac XT5 (short for Crossover Touring 5) is a compact luxury[1][2] / D-segment crossover SUV manufactured by General Motors. It was introduced at both the Dubai Motor Show and LA Auto Show in November 2015. The XT5 replaced the Cadillac SRX crossover when it was launched in early 2016. It is the second model to use Cadillac's new alphanumeric naming scheme (after the CT6) and the first in the Crossover Touring (XT) series. The XT5 is manufactured at GM's Spring Hill Manufacturing plant. The Chinese-market XT5 is manufactured in Shanghai by SAIC-GM.
| Cadillac XT5 | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | General Motors |
| Production | January 2016–present |
| Model years | 2016–present |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact luxury crossover SUV |
| Body style | Five-door SUV |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive (2010–2016) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Cadillac SRX |
As of 2017,[update] the XT5 was Cadillac's best selling model in the United States and globally.[3]
First generation (2016)
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| Cadillac XT5 | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | General Motors |
| Production | January 2016–present |
| Model years | 2017–present 2016-2024 (South Korea) |
| Assembly | Spring Hill, Tennessee, United States (Spring Hill Manufacturing) Shanghai, China (Shanghai GM) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact luxury crossover SUV (D) |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel drive / all-wheel drive |
| Platform | C1XX platform[4] |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | AF50-8 (8-speed) (2017–2019) GM 9-speed Hydramatic 9T65 (2020–) |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 112.5 in (2,857 mm) |
| Length | 189.6 in (4,815 mm) |
| Width | 74.9 in (1,903 mm) |
| Height | 65.9 in (1,675 mm) |
| Curb weight |
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| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Cadillac SRX |
The XT5 features technology such as a streaming video rear-view mirror, 360° view backup camera, and the first application in a Cadillac of GM’s Electronic Precision Shift, which replaces the standard hydraulic shifter with an electronic controller. This, together with a new lightweight chassis, results in a weight savings of 278 lb (126 kg) versus the outgoing SRX.
Powertrain
editThe XT5 was initially available with only one engine, depending on the market. In the United States, it was a 3.6-liter V6 used in other recent Cadillac models, producing 310 hp (231 kW) and 271 lb⋅ft (367 N⋅m) torque.[5] The V6 includes automatic stop-start and cylinder deactivation to improve fuel economy. In China, the XT5 is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine producing an estimated 258 hp (192 kW) and 295 lb⋅ft (400 N⋅m) torque. The XT5 is available in both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. The AWD system, provided by GKN Driveline, is completely new for this model and utilizes features like twin-clutch differential at rear axle with active torque vectoring, allowing the system to distribute 100% of torque to either front or rear axle as well as to either left or right rear wheel. In an addition to that, the AWD system allows the driver to disconnect the rear drive unit and leave the car in FWD mode for improved fuel efficiency.[6][7]
Trim levels
editThe 2017 XT5 is offered in four trim levels. Above the base XT5 are "Luxury", "Premium Luxury" and range topping "Platinum". The base price of the entry front-wheel drive 2017 XT5 at launch was $38,995 in the United States.
2020 update
editFor the 2020 model year, the XT5 received several mid-cycle updates. The trim levels changed to Cadillac's "Y" strategy, with Luxury as the base, and Premium Luxury and Sport as separate higher levels. The exterior design received only minor changes, with a new bright metallic patterned grille on the Premium Luxury, and a new darker grille on the Sport.
GM's newest 2.0 L turbocharged I4 engine, producing 237 hp (177 kW) and 258 lb⋅ft (350 N⋅m) torque, replaced the previous engine in China, and became the new base engine in the North American market, joining the V6. A new rotary controller for the Cadillac CUE system was added, along with updates to the rear camera mirror and electronic precision shifter.[8]
Second generation (2024)
edit| Cadillac XT5 II | |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | General Motors |
| Production | 2024–present |
| Model years | 2024–present |
| Assembly | Shanghai, China (Shanghai GM) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Compact luxury crossover SUV (D) |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front-engine, front-wheel drive / all-wheel drive |
| Platform | C1XX platform (C1-2) |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | |
| Transmission | GM 9-speed Hydramatic 9T65 |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 112.7 in (2,863 mm) |
| Length | 192.4 in (4,888 mm) |
| Width | 77.0 in (1,957 mm) |
| Height | 66.7 in (1,694 mm) |
| Curb weight |
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| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | First generation Cadillac XT5 |
The second generation Cadillac XT5 was unveiled in China in August 2024.
Safety
editThe 2017 model year XT5 was awarded "Top Safety Pick", by IIHS, for models equipped with optional collision prevention safety systems.[9]
| Small overlap front (driver) | Good | ||
| Moderate overlap front (original test) | Good | ||
| Side (original test) | Good | ||
| Roof strength | Good | ||
| Head restraints and seats | Good | ||
| Headlights | Marginal | Poor | |
| Front crash prevention: vehicle-to-vehicle | Superior | Advanced | Optional |
| Child seat anchors (LATCH) ease of use | Acceptable | ||
Sales
edit| Calendar year | United States | China[11] |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 39,485[12] | 34,775 |
| 2017 | 68,312[13] | 63,588 |
| 2018 | 60,565[14] | 74,761 |
| 2019 | 49,879[15] | 62,575 |
| 2020 | 35,223[16] | 62,091 |
| 2021 | 28,380[17] | 52,977 |
| 2022 | 27,340[18] | 43,093 |
| 2023 | 26,808[19] |
References
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- ^ "Cadillac Global Sales Rise 33.8 Percent in May". Cadillac. 5 June 2017. Retrieved 2017-06-05.
- ^ Ecclestone, Chris (2015-11-10). ""The New Platform And Chassis Of The 2017 Cadillac XT5: Deep Dive"". GM Authority. Retrieved 2015-12-23.
- ^ "PRELIMINARY 2017 CADILLAC XT5 SPECIFICATIONS (NORTH AMERICA & ROW)". Cadillac. Retrieved 2016-03-18.
- ^ "2017 Cadillac XT5 brings superior dynamics to luxo-crossover segment". SAE. Retrieved 2018-04-14.
- ^ "The Advanced All-Wheel Drive System Of The 2017 Cadillac XT5: Feature Spotlight". GM Authority. 20 November 2015. Retrieved 2018-04-14.
- ^ "2020 Cadillac XT5 Facelift Makes Official Debut". 19 June 2019.
- ^ Paquet, Josée (2016-09-26). "The 2017 Cadillac XT5 Top Safety Pick+ | Car News | Auto123". auto123.com. Retrieved 2024-07-12.
- ^ "2017 Cadillac XT5 4-door SUV". IIHS-HLDI crash testing and highway safety. Retrieved 2024-07-12.
- ^ Sales, Cadillac Model. "Cadillac XT5 Sales Figures". GCBC.
- ^ "Chevrolet and GM Lead U.S. Retail Sales and Share Gains for 2016". Media.gm.com. 2017-01-04. Retrieved 2017-01-04.
- ^ "Three-peat: Chevrolet's Retail Share Grows for Third Consecutive Year – up 1 point since 2015". 3 January 2018.
- ^ "GM's U.S. Crossover Sales Topped 1 million in 2018". 3 January 2019.
- ^ "GM Sells More Than 1 Million Crossovers Again in 2019, and Over 1 Million Full-Size Trucks". 2020-01-03.
- ^ "GM 2020 Sales Far Outperform the U.S. Industry in Fourth Quarter and Calendar Year". GM Corporate Newsroom. General Motors. 5 January 2021. Retrieved 9 January 2021.
- ^ "Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Deliver GM's 2nd Consecutive Year of Full-Size Pickup Sales Leadership in 2021". General Motors Corporate Newsroom. General Motors. 4 January 2022. Retrieved 19 January 2022.
- ^ "GM Delivers a Year of Firsts". GM Pressroom. 2023-01-04. Retrieved 2023-01-06.
- ^ "U.S. Q4 and Full-Year Sales: GM Delivers Another Year of Firsts". GM Pressroom. 2024-01-04. Retrieved 2024-01-05.