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 does come with a slightly more powerful standard powertrain: a 250-horsepower turbocharged engine. Unfortunately, that's as powerful as its performance options get. There are no additional options in the Nautilus for drivers wanting more.
Both the Cadillac XT5 and Lincoln Nautilus are midsize, two-row SUVs with seating for up to five. The Nautilus offers slightly more space and cargo room, with 36.4 cubic feet of capacity compared to the Cadillac XT5's 30 cubic feet. The Cadillac XT5 makes up for it, however, with a muscular and refined sense of style that's more distinct and attractive on the road.
| Features | Cadillac XT5 | Lincoln Nautlus |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 235 hp @ 5,000 rpm | 250 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
| Horsepower | 235 hp | 250 hp |
| Cargo Space | 69.5 ft3 | 65.4 ft3 |
| Engine torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1,500 rpm | 280 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm |
| City/Hwy/Combined MPG | 21 / 27 / 23 MPG | 21 / 29 / 24 MPG |
| Drivetrain | All wheel drive | All wheel drive |
The Lincoln Nautilus comes with a robust media suite, including a unique 48-inch information display that runs across the top area of its dashboard. While this is certainly impressive, it's mostly for show. The Cadillac XT5, by comparison, offers a robust infotainment suite, complete with standard wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and an available 14-speaker Bose stereo system.
| Features | Cadillac XT5 | Lincoln Nautlus |
|---|---|---|
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 189.6 in. | 193.2 in. |
| Overall Width without Mirrors | 74.9 in. | 76.9 in. |
| Height | 66.1 in. | 68.2 in. |
| Cargo Space | 30.0 cu. ft. | 36.4 cu. ft. |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
The Lincoln Nautilus is a great SUV. You wouldn't catch us arguing otherwise! At the same time, when it comes to luxury vehicles, there's no comparing 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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