Cadillac XT5: 2026 price, engines, fuel economy and what's next

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The 2026 Cadillac XT5 is a two-row midsize luxury SUV listed from $44,800 on cadillac.com, making it the lowest-priced Cadillac SUV on the site. It offers a 235-hp 2.0L turbo four or a 310-hp 3.6L V6 with a nine-speed automatic and FWD or AWD. EPA rates it 21–24 mpg combined.

Type
Two-row midsize luxury crossover SUV
Price (MSRP)
$44,800–$62,800 (2026 MY) · Cadillac.com 'From' MSRP. Lowest = Luxury; highest = Sport (V6). Cadillac.com does not say on these pages whether destination is included; GM News's destination-inclusive 2026 EV prices run $1,795–$2,895 above the matching cadillac.com figures, so treat these as before destination.[1][2]
Powertrains
XT5 2.0T, XT5 3.6L V6 · 235–310 hp
Current generation
First generation (2020 update onward), 2020–present

2026 Cadillac XT5 price and trims

The XT5 arrived for 2017. Its 2020 update added a 2.0L turbo four alongside the 3.6L V6 and reorganized the lineup into Luxury, Premium Luxury and Sport. A Platinum Package was offered on Premium Luxury and Sport through 2024 and dropped for 2025. Prices below are 2026 MSRPs from cadillac.com.[16][17][18][19][20]

Cadillac XT5 trims with 2026 model-year base MSRP (USD) and powertrains
TrimMSRP (2026)Powertrain
Luxury$44,800FWD, excl. $1,795 destination2.0L turbo I-4, 235 hp (std); 9-speed automatic, FWD or AWD[16][20]
Premium Luxury$53,500excl. $1,795 destination2.0L turbo I-4 (std); 3.6L V6, 310 hp (avail.)[16][20]
Sport$62,800AWD standard, excl. $1,795 destination3.6L V6, 310 hp / 271 lb-ft (std)[16][20]

Every XT5 trim compared, with standard equipment and previous-generation prices →

Cadillac XT5 engines, horsepower and mpg

Cadillac quotes both engines' output on premium gasoline. EPA lists the 2.0T on premium fuel and the 3.6L V6 on regular. AWD ratings: 2.0T 21/27/23 mpg, V6 18/26/21 mpg.

Cadillac XT5 powertrains with Cadillac-rated output and EPA fuel economy (city/highway/combined)
VersionEngineHorsepowerTorque (lb-ft)TransmissionDriveEPA mpg (city/hwy/comb)
XT5 2.0TLuxury, Premium Luxury2.0L turbo four[3][4][5]2352589-speed automaticFWD or AWD22/29/242026 MY[4]
XT5 3.6L V6Premium Luxury (available), Sport (standard)3.6L V6[3][6][7]3102719-speed automaticFWD or AWD19/26/212026 MY[6]

Output is as rated by Cadillac; fuel economy is the EPA estimate. "—" means no official figure was found.

XT5 vs Optiq vs Lyriq

Cadillac's two-row SUVs at their newest priced model years on cadillac.com.[1][3][4][7][12][13][14][15]

XT5 vs Optiq vs Lyriq
XT5 (2026)Optiq (2027)Lyriq (2027)
Starting MSRP$44,800$49,995$59,400
PowertrainGas: 235 hp 2.0T or 310 hp V6Electric: 315–440 hp (V: 519)Electric: 365–515 hp (V: 615)
Efficiency / rangeEPA 21–24 mpg comb.EPA 303–317 miEPA 319–326 mi
Length189.6 in190 in196.7 in
Cargo (seats up / folded)30 / 63 cu ft26 / 57 cu ft28 / 60.8 cu ft
  • The XT5 is the lowest-priced of the three and has the most cargo space.
  • The Optiq is about the same length as the XT5 but electric.

XT5 engines: 2.0L turbo vs 3.6L V6

The Luxury trim uses a 2.0L turbo four rated 235 hp and 258 lb-ft. The 3.6L V6, rated 310 hp and 271 lb-ft, is available on the Premium Luxury and standard on the Sport. Both use a nine-speed automatic and come with FWD or AWD.

The four-cylinder is the more efficient choice: EPA rates the FWD 2.0T at 22/29/24 mpg, against 19/26/21 mpg for the FWD V6.[3][4][6]

2026 XT5 trims and prices

Cadillac.com lists three 2026 XT5 trims. Luxury starts at $44,800, Premium Luxury at $53,500 and Sport at $62,800. Cadillac.com shows no 2027 XT5 yet.

  • Luxury $44,800
  • Premium Luxury $53,500
  • Sport $62,800
  • [1]

XT5 size and cargo space

The XT5 is 189.6 inches long on a 112-inch wheelbase and seats five. It has 41.2 inches of front legroom and 39 inches in the rear. Cargo space is 30 cu ft behind the rear seats and 63 cu ft with them folded.[3]

Next-generation XT5

GM said in 2025 that its Spring Hill, Tennessee, complex would build the next-generation XT5 alongside the Lyriq, Lyriq-V and Vistiq. In June 2026 it announced another $150 million for Spring Hill Assembly to support a future Cadillac gas-powered product. GM had not announced timing or specifications for the next XT5 as of these sources.[10]

Cadillac XT5 generations by year

Every US Cadillac XT5 generation with model years and engines, newest first
GenerationUS model yearsEnginesNotes
First generation (2020 update onward)2020–present2.0L turbo four (235 hp) or 3.6L V6 (310 hp), 9-speed automaticEPA first lists the 2.0L turbo and the nine-speed automatic for the 2020 model year; earlier XT5s had an eight-speed. The XT5 is built at GM's Spring Hill, Tennessee, plant, and in 2025 GM said Spring Hill would also build the next-generation XT5.[8][9][10][3]
First generation (launch)2017–20193.6L V6, 8-speed automatic, FWD or AWDThe SRX replacement launched with only the 3.6L V6. EPA rated the 2017 FWD at 19/27/22 mpg.[8][11]

Cadillac XT5 problems and recalls

The biggest XT5 recall is 22V-709: on 2020–2021 models with Surround Vision the rearview camera can fail. 2022–2023 models have a transmission sun gear recall that can disengage a half-shaft, and 2020 models have tire and fuel pump recalls. The 2017 launch year had a front brake caliper leak recall.

Documented Cadillac XT5 issues and NHTSA recall campaigns
IssueGenerationYearsType
Rearview camera may fail with Surround Vision (recall 22V-709)[21][22]First generation (2017–present) – 2020–20212020–2021Recall 22V709
Transmission built with incorrect sun gear (recalls 23V-172 and 23V-043)[23][24][22]First generation (2017–present) – 2022–20232022–2023Recall 23V172
Overcured Continental tires (recalls 21V-115 and 20V-684)[25][26][22]First generation (2017–present) – 20202020Recall 21V115
Fuel pump nozzle burr can cause stalling (recall 20V-639)[27][22]First generation (2017–present) – 20202020Recall 20V639
Roof-rail air bag inflator crimp (recall 20V-446)[28][22]First generation (2017–present) – 20202020Recall 20V446
Left-rear toe link may loosen (recall 22V-427)[29][22]First generation (2017–present) – 20222022Recall 22V427
Fuel supply lines may be improperly seated (recall 21V-422)[30][31][22]First generation (2017–present) – 20212021Recall 21V422
Windshield may lack urethane sealant (recall 23V-681)[32][22]First generation (2017–present) – 20242024Recall 23V681

All 11 documented XT5 issues and 11 recalls, with symptoms and pre-purchase checks →

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a 2026 Cadillac XT5?

Cadillac.com lists the 2026 XT5 from $44,800 (Luxury). Premium Luxury is $53,500 and Sport $62,800.

What engines does the XT5 have?

A 2.0L turbo four rated 235 hp and 258 lb-ft, or a 3.6L V6 rated 310 hp and 271 lb-ft. Both use a nine-speed automatic.

What MPG does the XT5 get?

EPA rates the 2026 XT5 2.0T at 24 mpg combined (FWD) and 23 (AWD), and the V6 at 21 mpg combined with either drivetrain.

Where is the XT5 built?

At GM's Spring Hill, Tennessee, plant, which GM says will also build the next-generation XT5.

How much cargo space does the XT5 have?

Cadillac lists 30 cu ft behind the rear seats and 63 cu ft with them folded.

Sources

Prices and output are as published by Cadillac for the model year shown; fuel economy is from the EPA. Equipment changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

  1. 2026 XT5 (model page) — Cadillac (cadillac.com)
  2. Which Cadillac EVs can you buy right now? (Sep 23, 2026) — GM News (news.gm.com)
  3. XT5 Specifications — Cadillac (cadillac.com)
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  5. 2026 Cadillac XT5 AWD, 2.0L turbo (EPA vehicle record 50006) — U.S. DOE / EPA (fueleconomy.gov)
  6. 2026 Cadillac XT5 FWD, 3.6L V6 (EPA vehicle record 50000) — U.S. DOE / EPA (fueleconomy.gov)
  7. 2026 Cadillac XT5 AWD, 3.6L V6 (EPA vehicle record 50005) — U.S. DOE / EPA (fueleconomy.gov)
  8. 2017–2026 Cadillac XT5 fuel economy — U.S. DOE / EPA (fueleconomy.gov)
  9. Cadillac Celebrates Launch of LYRIQ at Spring Hill, Tennessee, Assembly Plant (Mar 21, 2022) — GM News (news.gm.com)
  10. GM investing $275 million into Spring Hill, Tennessee Manufacturing for a new Cadillac (Jun 24, 2026) — GM News (news.gm.com)
  11. Cadillac XT5 — Wikipedia (secondary reference)
  12. 2027 OPTIQ (model page) — Cadillac (cadillac.com)
  13. 2027 OPTIQ Specifications — Cadillac (cadillac.com)
  14. 2027 LYRIQ (model page) — Cadillac (cadillac.com)
  15. 2027 LYRIQ Specifications — Cadillac (cadillac.com)
  16. 2026 Cadillac XT5: trims and starting prices (cadillac.com, accessed Nov 2026) — Cadillac (General Motors)
  17. 2020 Cadillac XT5 product information (pressroom) — Cadillac (General Motors)
  18. 2024 Cadillac XT5 at a glance (pressroom PDF) — Cadillac (General Motors)
  19. 2025 Cadillac XT5: what's new (pressroom) — Cadillac (General Motors)
  20. Cadillac destination freight charges by model year (accessed Nov 2026) — Cadillac (General Motors)
  21. NHTSA recall 22V-709: Rearview Camera May Fail — NHTSA
  22. DOT/NHTSA recall dataset (6axg-epim) full-text query: XT5 — U.S. Department of Transportation / NHTSA
  23. NHTSA recall 23V-172: Transmission Built with Incorrect Sun Gear — NHTSA
  24. NHTSA recall 23V-043: Half-Shaft May Separate from Transmission — NHTSA
  25. NHTSA recall 21V-115: Tire Failure may Cause Sudden Air Loss — NHTSA
  26. NHTSA recall 20V-684: Tires may have been Overcured — NHTSA
  27. NHTSA recall 20V-639: Insufficient Fuel Supply may Cause Engine Stall — NHTSA
  28. NHTSA recall 20V-446: Roof Rail Air Bag May Not Deploy — NHTSA
  29. NHTSA recall 22V-427: Rear Suspension Toe Link May Separate — NHTSA
  30. NHTSA recall 21V-422: Fuel Supply Lines Improperly Installed — NHTSA
  31. NHTSA recall 22V-446: Fuel Tank Rollover Valve May Not Properly Seal — NHTSA
  32. NHTSA recall 23V-681: Windshield Not Sealed Properly — NHTSA

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