Cadillac makes great SUVs. It's just what they do. They're not the only ones, though. Other brands, like Lincoln, also have well-earned reputations as top luxury automakers. It begs the question, when you're looking at new models like the Cadillac XT5 and Lincoln Nautilus. Which one offers more? Let's take a look at both vehicles and see how they stack up.
The Cadillac XT5 and Lincoln Nautilus both offer impressive performance options. With the Cadillac XT5, you'll enjoy a standard 235-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine or an optional 310-horsepower V6. The Lincoln Nautilus only offers a single standard powertrain: a 250-horsepower turbocharged engine. While that's a little more than the XT5's standard engine, the difference is negligible, and it's far less than the power of the Cadillac XT5's high-performance V6.
Both the Cadillac XT5 and Lincoln Nautilus are midsize, two-row SUVs with seating for up to five. The Cadillac XT5 also offers up to 30 cubic feet of cargo space, more than enough for most big loads. The Nautilus offers slightly more cargo space, but the XT5 makes up for it with a muscular and refined sense of style and comfort options ranging from heated seats to premium upholstery and more.
| Features | Cadillac XT5 | Lincoln Nautilus |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Engine | 2.0L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder | 2.0L Turbocharged 4-Cylinder |
| Available Engine | 3.6L V6 (310 hp) | Not Available |
| Maximum Horsepower | 310 hp | 250 hp |
| Transmission | 9-Speed Automatic | 8-Speed Automatic |
| Head-Up Display | Available | Not Available |
| All-Wheel Drive | Available | Available |
When it comes to gas mileage, the Cadillac XT5 can deliver up to 22 miles per gallon on city streets and 29 miles per gallon on the highway. The Lincoln Nautilus comes close but caps out at 21/29 miles per gallon. The Cadillac XT5 also delivers a superior smooth-shifting ride with a 9-speed automatic transmission, compared to the Nautilus's 8-speed transmission.
The Lincoln Nautilus comes with a solid media suite, including a large information display that runs across the top area of its dashboard. While this is display is impressive, it's mostly for show. The Cadillac XT5, by comparison, offers a robust infotainment suite, complete with standard wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, built-in Wi-Fi, and an available 14-speaker Bose stereo system. The Cadillac XT5 also offers a wireless smartphone-charging pad for convenient on-the-go charging.
Both the Cadillac XT5 and Lincoln Nautilus deliver premium road experiences that are well worth your time. The thing about the Lincoln Nautilus, though? It asks you to play a lot more for its experience than the Cadillac XT5. The new Cadillac XT5 has a base MSPR of $46,595. The Lincoln Nautilus is significantly more expensive, with a base MSRP of around $55,990.
| Features | Cadillac XT5 | Lincoln Nautilus |
|---|---|---|
| Wireless Apple CarPlay® | Standard | Available |
| Wireless Android Autoâ„¢ | Standard | Available |
| Wireless Phone Charging | Available | Available |
| Built-in Wi-Fi® Hotspot | Available | Available |
| Premium Audio | Available 14-Speaker Bose® Audio System | Available Premium Audio |
| Starting MSRP | $46,595 | Around $55,990 |
When it comes to luxury vehicles, there's no comparison to a Cadillac. The sales team at Suburban Cadillac of Plymouth would love to show you why. Come visit us and let us show you everything new models like the Cadillac XT5 have to offer.
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