Genesis GV70 vs Cadillac XT5
Overview | |
Years produced2017-Present | Years produced2022-Present |
MSRP$44,195 | MSRP$48,985 |
Listings628 | Listings289 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryThe Cadillac XT5 compact luxury SUV offers plenty of the luxury experience for less money and fuss than some of its competitors. Even so, this crossover lacks the driving excitement and engagement that the Europeans offer, and it can’t match the style and tech of the Korean and Japanese brands. If it were our only choice, there’d be little to complain about, but when there are so many other great options in the same segment—including the Lincoln Nautilus, BMW X3, Mercedes-Benz GLC, Genesis GV70, and Porsche Macan—the Cadillac loses some of its shine. | |
Reviews SummaryThere are some subtle alterations to the GV70’s exterior, most notably to the grille and lighting clusters. To find the biggest changes for 2026, though, you’ll have to look inside to see the very wide OLED display that dominates the view from the driver’s seat. In addition to the massive infotainment panel, the software that powers the GV70’s abundant technology and safety packages has gone through a comprehensive upgrade. Verdict: While we’d love to see Genesis push the styling envelope a little further — recent concepts like the X Gran Coupe and Equator show what the Korean brand’s stylists are capable of — the 2026 GV70 remains near the head of its class of compact luxury crossovers. The GV70 has been Genesis’s most popular model in Canada since launch and represented 57% of the brands total Canadian sales last year. Expect that trend to continue for the foreseeable future. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 235 hp I4 | Engine2.5L 300 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower235 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City22 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway26 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 235 hp I4 | Engine Name2.5L 300 hp I4 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower235 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway29 | MPG Highway26 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space30.0 cu ft | Cargo Space28.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3915 lbs | Curb Weight4325 lbs |
Height66.1 in | Height64.2 in |
Length189.6 in | Length185.6 in |
Width74.9 in | Width75.2 in |
Wheelbase112.5 in | Wheelbase113.2 in |
Maximum Payload2086 lbs | Maximum Payload1275 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2017-Present | 2022-Present |
MSRP | $44,195 | $48,985 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | The Cadillac XT5 compact luxury SUV offers plenty of the luxury experience for less money and fuss than some of its competitors. Even so, this crossover lacks the driving excitement and engagement that the Europeans offer, and it can’t match the style and tech of the Korean and Japanese brands. If it were our only choice, there’d be little to complain about, but when there are so many other great options in the same segment—including the Lincoln Nautilus, BMW X3, Mercedes-Benz GLC, Genesis GV70, and Porsche Macan—the Cadillac loses some of its shine. | There are some subtle alterations to the GV70’s exterior, most notably to the grille and lighting clusters. To find the biggest changes for 2026, though, you’ll have to look inside to see the very wide OLED display that dominates the view from the driver’s seat. In addition to the massive infotainment panel, the software that powers the GV70’s abundant technology and safety packages has gone through a comprehensive upgrade. Verdict: While we’d love to see Genesis push the styling envelope a little further — recent concepts like the X Gran Coupe and Equator show what the Korean brand’s stylists are capable of — the 2026 GV70 remains near the head of its class of compact luxury crossovers. The GV70 has been Genesis’s most popular model in Canada since launch and represented 57% of the brands total Canadian sales last year. Expect that trend to continue for the foreseeable future. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 235 hp I4 | 2.5L 300 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 235 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
MPG City | 22 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 26 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 235 hp I4 | 2.5L 300 hp I4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 235 hp @ 5000 rpm | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 29 | 26 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 30.0 cu ft | 28.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3915 lbs | 4325 lbs |
Height | 66.1 in | 64.2 in |
Length | 189.6 in | 185.6 in |
Width | 74.9 in | 75.2 in |
Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 113.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 2086 lbs | 1275 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | 3500 lbs |
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