DecodedCars2024 Cadillac XT5
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV AWD, 4dr SUV FWD
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.6L 6-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline, Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 24 combined · 22 city / 29 hwy
- Length
- 189.8 in
- Curb weight
- 3,999–4,277 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 24 MPG combined, 15% below the 2024 small SUV average of 28.3 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 52 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 Cadillac XT5 is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.6L 6-cyl) 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 24 MPG combined (22 city / 29 highway), 15% worse than the 2024 small SUV average of 28.3 MPG, for an estimated $3,200 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.
What changed for 2024
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2023 XT5 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 XT5 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Spring Hill, Tennessee
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 4 2024 XT5 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
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 FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 29 / 24 | -15% | $3,400 | 370 |
| XT5 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | -8% | $3,550 | 386 |
| XT5 Hearse FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 / 23 / 21 | -2% | $3,900 | 425 |
| XT5 Limo FWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 / 23 / 21 | -2% | $3,900 | 425 |
| XT5 Hearse AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 23 / 21 | – | $3,900 | 425 |
| XT5 Limo AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 20 / 23 / 21 | – | $3,900 | 425 |
| XT5 FWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | -26% | $3,200 | 418 |
| XT5 AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | -16% | $3,200 | 424 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Cadillac XT5 SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 15.1% |
| 2024 Cadillac XT5 SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 16.9% |
Similar 2024 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Cadillac XT5 (this car) | 24 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 14 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Tesla Model Y | 320 mi | Not rated | 5 |
| 2024 Porsche Cayenne | 19 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2024 BMW X5 | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 8 |
| 2024 BMW X3 | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2024 Lexus RX | 36 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (3)
Electrical System › Instrument Cluster/Panel · Jun 20, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V459000 · 6,942 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Cadillac XT5 and 2024-2025 Cadillac XT6 vehicles. The instrument panel may not illuminate when the hazard warning lights, high beams, or turn signals are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Controls and Displays" and 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Assoc. Equipment."
- Risk
- Without the illuminated reminder, the driver could fail to turn off the lights when no longer needed. Hazard warning lights, high beams, or turn signals that remain activated unintentionally can confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will update the instrument panel software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 13, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac's customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N242447940.
Air Bags › Frontal · May 2, 2024
NHTSA campaign 24V311000 · 74 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2024 Cadillac XT5 vehicles. The driver's front air bag cushion may tear during deployment, resulting in the air bag not deploying as intended.
- Risk
- An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the driver's front air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2024. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N232439241.
Visibility › Windshield · Oct 12, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V681000 · 42 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2023 GMC Acadia and 2024 Cadilac XT5 and XT6 vehicles. The windshield may have been assembled without the proper urethane sealant required to bond the windshield to the vehicle body.
- Risk
- A windshield that is not properly bonded may detach during a crash and increase the risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the windshield and apply primer and urethane sealant. If the windshield is damaged, the dealer will replace it. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 14, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N232419690.
Not every 2024 Cadillac XT5 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2024 Cadillac XT5 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Power Train — 6 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Air Bags — 2 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Engine — 2 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 9,200 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 2024 Cadillac XT5. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other XT5 years
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