CADILLAC XT5 Models/Series Timeline, Specifications & Photos

For the 2020 model year, Cadillac has decided to revamp the best-selling XT5 SUV, upgrading the model with a slightly revised exterior design, better technology, new interior trims and a brand new turbocharged engine. Notable improvements were made on the safety side, as the upgraded model was equipped with forward-collision warning, low-speed automatic emergency braking and lane keeping assist.

Complementing the rather minor changes to the exterior design, which include a more aggressive engine grille, the facelifted Cadillac XT5 engine lineup now includes a 2.0-liter, turbocharged four-cylinder paired as standard with a 9-speed automatic transmission. Using a twin-scroll turbocharged, the engine is rated at 237 horsepower and 350 Nm (258 lb-ft) of torque. The top of the range 3.-6 liter V6 is still rated at 310 horsepower and 367 Nm (272 lb-ft) of torque.

The Cadillac XT5 was offered in four trim levels: base XT5, Luxury, Premium Luxury and Platinum

The base version includes numerous goodies such as automatic headlights, rear parking sensors, keyless go, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, Apple Car Play, Android auto and many others.

The Luxury trims level adds a heated steering wheel, a panoramic sunroof, heated front seats, wireless charging, a 14-speaker Bose surround system, blind spot monitoring and the safety features mentioned before.

The Premium Luxury came with 20-inch alloys, adaptive suspension and ventilated front seats.

The Platinum which was sold at around $66,000 included the Driver Assist Package and some unique items – exterior trim, unique interior colors, upgraded leather upholstery. It also included a head-up display and a surround view parking camera.

Launched in November 2015 as a 2017 model year, the Cadillac XT5 came on the market to replace the former SRX. The compact SUV from the American premium brand was a big step ahead.

The rebranding from the SRX to the XT5 was somehow unusual since the SRX was already an established and known name on the market. But the new SUV had to be rebranded since it wanted to lose some of the unpleasant points from the SRX. Sometimes, a rebadge means more than a new generation.

The design was in the typical new-edge of the Cadillac models, with angular lines all over the place. On the front, the sharp-looking headlights and the big, chromed, grille were making a statement of opulence. Cadillac didn't want to blend into the premium compact SUV market. It wanted to own it. More angular lines were drawn on the side and in the rear, to the tailgate and taillights. Even the exhaust was with angular lines.

Inside, the 2017 Cadillac XT5 featured numerous premium options and the designers were concerned to offer only high-quality materials on the touch zones. A new infotainment system with an 8” touch-screen monitor was installed. It supported Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as well. For the seating position, the flat floor allowed three passengers in the rear.

Under the hood, the XT5 was offered with a 3.6-liter V6 engine for the American market. It featured an Active Fuel Management with cylinder deactivation, so the car could run in 4-cylinder mode when coasting or under low or moderate loads. An 8-speed automatic gearbox was fitted as standard.