DecodedCars2026 Cadillac XT5
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 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
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 24 MPG combined, 21% below the 2026 small SUV average of 30.2 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 44 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 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), 21% worse than the 2026 small SUV average of 30.2 MPG, for an estimated $3,200 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the vehicle speed control.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 XT5 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 XT5 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Springhill, Tennessee
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 1 2026 XT5 configuration; 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 | -21% | $3,400 | 370 |
| XT5 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | -11% | $3,550 | 386 |
| XT5 FWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 26 / 21 | -30% | $3,200 | 423 |
| XT5 AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | -19% | $3,200 | 424 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Cadillac XT5.
Similar 2026 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Cadillac XT5 (this car) | 24 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Tesla Model Y | 357 mi | Not rated | 8 |
| 2026 Porsche Cayenne | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 BMW X5 | 25 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Land Rover Defender | 20 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2026 BMW X3 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2026 Cadillac XT5.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2026 Cadillac XT5 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
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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 →