Jan 5, 2026
Three 2025 Cadillac XT5 luxury SUVs parked in a desert landscape at sunset, showcasing refined exterior styling in blue and silver finishes.

The 2025 Cadillac XT5 is the luxury mid-size SUV you want to drive. It’s quiet yet powerful engine is ready to take you wherever you want to go, luxuriating in the comfortable seating and surrounded by an elegant, high-tech cabin. Let’s dive in and look at some of its features.

Under the Hood

A 2.0L turbo 4-cylinder engine is the standard option, producing 235 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. It’s paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission and FWD, with AWD available as an option. With a range of 456 or 506 miles, depending on your powertrain, you’ll easily achieve 22 mpg in the city and 29 mpg on the highway with FWD, while AWD provides 21 mpg in the city and 28 mpg on the highway.

A 3.6L V8 is available on the Premium Luxury trim and standard on the Sport trim. It pairs with a 9-speed automatic transmission and FWD or AWD options for the Premium Luxury trim and AWD only for the Sport trim. The FWD range is 399 miles, and it achieves 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. AWD offers a 506-mile range with 18 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway.

Multiple Drive Modes

You access the drive modes via the MODE button on your center console. FWD offers three modes, while AWD offers four modes. Tour Mode is identical for both and is the one you’ll use most frequently, as it’s designed to balance steering, suspension, and performance for a smooth ride.

FWD’s other two modes are designed for specific conditions. Snow/Ice Mode controls engine torque and increases traction to deal with slippery surfaces. Sport Mode, which is also available with AWD, enhances steering and shifting at higher speeds. AWD Mode engages the front and rear wheels for driving in difficult conditions. Off-Road Mode provides improved traction on sand, gravel, and mud.

Advanced Safety Technology

Cadillac Smart System is a comprehensive range of cutting-edge driver assistance and safety systems. They’re engineered to make driving easier, reduce fatigue, and keep you and your passengers safe. The XT5 includes eleven of these systems as standard, with an additional eight features for even more peace of mind on the road.

These systems use cameras, sensors, and radar to identify potentially hazardous situations. If a threat exists, they provide visual alerts and either audible beeps or seat pulses, depending on your alert setting choices. Other systems will proactively intervene to prevent an accident by automatically slowing your vehicle or delivering hard braking to prevent a collision.

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