DecodedCars2019 Cadillac XT5
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV FWD
- Engines
- 3.6L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 22 combined · 19 city / 26 hwy
- Length
- 189.8 in
- Curb weight
- 3,999–4,277 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 22 MPG combined, 12% below the 2019 small SUV average of 25.1 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 31 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2019 Cadillac XT5 is a small SUV offered with a 3.6L 6-cyl engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 190 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,277 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 22 MPG combined (19 city / 26 highway), 12% worse than the 2019 small SUV average of 25.1 MPG, for an estimated $3,050 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the steering.
What changed for 2019
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2018 XT5 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2018; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2018 XT5 →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV AWD | 189.8 in | 74.8 in | 66.1 in | 112.6 in | 65 / 65 in | 4,277 lb | 59/41 |
| 4dr SUV FWD | 189.8 in | 74.8 in | 66.1 in | 112.6 in | 65 / 65 in | 3,999 lb | 59/41 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XT5 | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 22 | -12% | $3,050 | 405 |
| XT5 AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | -12% | $3,200 | 423 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Cadillac XT5 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 15.1% |
| 2019 Cadillac XT5 SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 4★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 16.9% |
Similar 2019 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Cadillac XT5 (this car) | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2019 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2019 Porsche Cayenne | 21 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2019 BMW X5 | 22 MPG | ★★★★★ | 13 |
| 2019 BMW X3 | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 10 |
| 2019 Lexus RX | 30 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2019 Volvo XC90 | 25 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2019 Cadillac XT5.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2019 Cadillac XT5 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2019 Cadillac XT5 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Steering — 9 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Engine — 6 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Air Bags — 4 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 12,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 Cadillac XT5. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other XT5 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Cadillac. How we calculate this →