2018 Cadillac XT5

All Cadillac XT5 trims come with a standard 3.6-liter V6 engine that produces 310 horsepower and 271 pound-feet of torque. This engine works with an eight-speed automatic transmission with either FWD or AWD. Only the top-of-the-range Platinum trim offers AWD as standard.

In terms of performance, the 2018 Cadillac XT5 handles and grips the road well and features a light electric power steering. It comes with an independent suspension to give you a steady ride. Compared to its rivals that use premium grade fuel, this crossover is more cost-effective because it allows the use of regular unleaded fuel. It’s also relatively fuel-efficient, with its FWD version achieving 26 mpg on the highway and 19 mpg in the city. The AWD version iis a bit thirstier with figures of 25 mpg on the highway and 18 mpg in the city.

The base trim features synthetic leather upholstery that is hard-wearing, and the Premium and Luxury trims use real leather. At the top of the scale, the Platinum comes with fine semi-aniline hide. The 2018 XT5 has wide-opening doors, narrow sills, and easily adjustable seat height that makes it easy for passengers to get in and out. It also comes standard with nice features such as power front seats, power liftgate, keyless ignition, Bose audio, wireless charging pad, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and the OnStar service.

<p>The 2018 XT5 is fitted with a full range of airbags and a stability control system, while the Premium trim has blind spot monitors, parking sensors, and rear cross-traffic alerts. The Driver Awareness and Driver Assist packages are available as standard or optional on the Luxury and Platinum trims. They collectively include features such as emergency braking, active lane control, full-speed automatic braking, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, reverse automatic parking, and adaptive cruise control.</p><p>The 2018 Cadillac XT5 is competing in the crowded crossover SUV market, but it has shown that it can hold its own against more established rivals. This crossover offers a safe, fuel-efficient, and comfortable driving experience, but its attractive price that will make it stand out from other vehicles in its class. If you’re looking for a SUV that offers good value for money, the XT5 is a good option for you.</p>