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2025 Cadillac

XT5 AWD

Auto (S9), 4 cyl, 2.0 L, Turbo

Cadillac XT5: best and worst years
2025 Cadillac XT5 AWD (photo 1 of 2)

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Overview

Body
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WDEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Drivetrain
All-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Transmission
Automatic (S9)EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Powertrain
GasEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel
PremiumEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Engine & performance

HP
237
Power to weight
0.059 hp/lb
Axle ratio
3.47
Cyl
4EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Aspiration
TurbochargedEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Start-stop system
YesEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026

Efficiency

MPG Hwy
27 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG City
21 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
MPG Comb
23 mpgEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Fuel $/yr
$3,350EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
CO₂
386 g/miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Eco Score
5/10EPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
Smog score
6/10
Elec. Range
0 miEPA, from EPA, last updated 6/22/2026
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

Length
190 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Width
75 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Height
66 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Wheelbase
113 inNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026
Curb Weight
3,999 lbNHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 6/4/2026

Safety NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Recalls
1
Owner complaints
3
Reported injuries
3

Feature availability

Comfort

  • Heated rear seatsPackage only
  • Heated seatsUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Heated steering wheelUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Leather seatsStandard
  • Massaging seatsUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Memory seatUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Panoramic sunroofUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Ventilated seatsPackage only

Audio

  • Bose audioUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Premium audio (any brand)UnconfirmedPackage only

Cameras & visibility

  • 360 surround-view cameraPackage only
  • Backup cameraStandard
  • Head-up displayPackage only
  • Parking sensorsUnconfirmedPackage only

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise controlUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Automatic emergency brakingStandard
  • Blind-spot monitorUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Lane-keeping assistStandard

Convenience

  • Android AutoStandard
  • Apple CarPlayStandard
  • Keyless entryStandard
  • Navigation systemUnconfirmedStandalone option
  • Power liftgateUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Push-button startStandard
  • Remote startStandard
  • Wireless Apple CarPlayStandard
  • Wireless phone chargingUnconfirmedPackage only

Exterior

  • Adaptive headlightsUnconfirmedPackage only
  • Roof railsStandard

Reported problems NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE40%
  • ENGINE20%
  • POWER TRAIN20%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER20%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 5 total.

Cadillac XT5: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

173 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • Jun 3, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6503A

    This preliminary information is to inform technicians that GM is placing the B174W Front View Camera Module (ACP2) on part restriction due to elevated replacement rates and ongoing engineering investigation. Technicians must not replace the front camera module unless they have: 1.Completed the diagnostic procedure in this PI, and 2.Contacted TAC and received authorization, including the SI document number and specific step that directs camera replacement.

  • May 27, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIT6519

    This preliminary information is to inform technicians and customers that the voice command will be inoperative when trying to open applications. Engineering is investigating and this PI will be converted to a bulletin when a repair is available.

  • May 14, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6540J

    This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.

  • May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIP6101B

    The document makes technicians aware of a valvetrain tick noise that is created by one or more soft hydraulic valve lash adjusters. The soft lash adjuster concern is due to debris from the valve rocker arm, entering into the lash adjuster. The document instructs the technician to replace all of the lash adjusters and rocker arms in the entire engine if any soft lash adjusters are found.

  • May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6551B

    This Preliminary information communicates to dealer to perform a MEC reset for wireless projection issues

  • May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6540H

    This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.

  • May 11, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6423A

    Pi created to provide GM dealers with information on gathering information for projection issue

  • Apr 30, 2026UNKNOWN OR OTHERPIC6540G

    This Preliminary information communicates to dealers a procedure to reset the radio.

  • and 165 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
4 yr / 50k mi
Powertrain
6 yr / 70k mi
Roadside assistance
6 yr / 70k mi
Maintenance
1 yr / 12k mi
EV battery
8 yr / 100k mi

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.