The 2018 Cadillac XT5 is a versatile and powerful luxury crossover that offers a comfortable ride and smooth handling. The sleek exterior styling of the crossover is matched by a flexible interior that offers plenty of space for five occupants.
The all-new Cadillac XT5 comes with plenty of latest features as standard with many advanced safety features available as optional. The cabin of the vehicle is fitted with the latest generation of Cadillac infotainment system, while the use of high-class materials heightens the in-cabin comfort of its passengers.
Here is a review of the 2018 Cadillac XT5 with a closer look at the vehicle’s performance, design, safety features and a lot more.
Design of the 2018 Cadillac XT5
The dynamic styling of the 2018 Cadillac XT5 makes it a striking vehicle that offers a powerful style statement. The exterior is sharp and sleek, while the interior is spacious and luxurious to make every ride in the crossover a comfortable one.
Exterior
The exterior of the 2018 Cadillac XT5 is very fashion-forward, exhibiting sharp edges and smooth lines in an exquisite manner. The signature grille at the front of the vehicle and the sharp lines at the sides work together to make a splendid contrast that turns heads.
The grille is large and dominates the front of the vehicle with the Cadillac signature lighting flanking it on either sides. The LED headlamps come with automatic on and off feature with the option of Intellibeam headlamps that will automatically switch between low and high beam according to the road conditions.
The lights retain their jewel-like lighting elements to maintain the iconic Cadillac look that appeals to the luxury vehicle enthusiasts across the globe. The air intakes at the sides and a large air intake at the lower half of the front bumper ensure a smooth and effective engine cooling function.
The hood of the vehicle is contoured to be more aerodynamic while the sides of the vehicle are smoother and rounded. The stance of the vehicle is wide and commanding, thanks to the 18-inch multi-spoke aluminum wheels with Blade Silver painted finish. There are options for 20-inch 12-spoke wheels, 20-inch Midnight Grey Wheels and a lot more.
At the rear of the vehicle is the available Hands-Free Power Liftgate that allows the driver to open and close the liftgate with a simple foot gesture. The liftgate also comes with the memory height feature so that the driver can set how high the gate will open.
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— Cadillac (@Cadillac) September 29, 2017
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Interior
The interior of the 2018 Cadillac XT5 features modern craftsmanship and high-quality materials that make the cabin of the crossover luxurious and comfortable. To enhance the look of the cabin, the designers at Cadillac have used authentic materials such as high-quality leather, natural wood, aluminum accents, carbon fiber accents and a lot more.
The cabin is highly customizable so that the owner can leave his or her own mark on it. The seats are designed to offer maximum legroom and headroom to the occupants at the front and the back. The front of the vehicle has an 8-way power adjustable bucket seat for the driver and 6-way power adjustable bucket seat for the front passenger.
At the front of the driver is a leather-wrapped steering wheel (with optional heating function) and a 5.7-inch screen for vital information. For the in-cabin comfort and entertainment, the vehicle is fitted with the following features.
- Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control
- Bose Premium 8-Speaker Sound System
- OnStar 4G LTE
- Wi-Fi Hotspot
- SiriusXM Satellite Radio
- 4 USB Ports
- AppleCar Play
- Android Auto
- Bluetooth
- Wireless Charging
The optional UltraView Sunroof offers the stunning view of the sky to the front and back passengers. As for the in-cabin storage, the 2018 XT5 comes with storage compartment in the passthrough center console.
The 2018 Cadillac XT5 has a cargo capacity of 63 cubic feet with all rear seats folded down.
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Performance of the 2018 Cadillac XT5
The 2018 Cadillac XT5 offers a versatile performance on every kind of road and in all driving conditions. Agile and robust, this front-wheel drive crossover comes with all-wheel drive as an option. The 2018 Cadillac XT5 is powered by a 3.6-litre V6 engine that comes with technologies such as Direct Fuel Injection, Active Fuel Management System and Variable Valve Timing for a more efficient performance.
This V6 engine is capable of producing 310 horsepower and a torque of 271 lb-ft. The engine is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission and it offers the fuel efficiency of 19mpg in the city and 26mpg on the highway. The 2018 Cadillac XT5 is available with Driver-Selectable Modes that include Touring Mode for everyday drive, AWD Mode for enhanced handling and Sport Mode for exceptionally engaging experience.
To enhance its performance, the 2018 XT5 comes with StabiliTrak that automatically applies brake pressure and reduces engine torque to improve the handling of the vehicle under difficult driving conditions.
Safety Features
The 2018 Cadillac XT5 comes with advanced safety systems to boost the confidence of the driver and make every ride secure and stress free. Some of the standard safety features in the 2018 Cadillac XT5 include:
- Air Bag System
- Anti-lock Brakes System
- Cruise Control
- Electric Parking Brake
- Electric Power Steering
- Electronic Traction Control
- OnStar Automatic Crash Response
- OnStar Roadside Assistance
- Passenger Sensing System
- Rear Parking Assist
- Rear Vision Camera
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Optional safety features include:
- Lane Keep Assist
- Lane Departure Warning
- Lane Change Alert
- Side Blind Zone Alert
- Rear Camera Mirror
- Surround Vision
Price of the 2018 Cadillac XT5
The 2018 Cadillac XT5 has a starting price of $40,195 in the USA. Cadillac has not yet announced the price of the 2018 Cadillac XT5 for the UAE market.
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