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Cadillac XT5 vs Subaru Forester Hybrid

2023 Cadillac XT5
2023 Cadillac XT5
$44,195MSRP
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2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid
$36,595MSRP
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2023 Cadillac XT5
$44,195MSRP
Overview
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2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid
$36,595MSRP
Overview
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Overview

Years produced

2017-Present

Years produced

2025-Present

MSRP

$44,195

MSRP

$36,595

Listings

559

Listings

54

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

6.3 out of 10

Expert reviews

7.0 out of 10

Pros

  • Spacious cabin

  • Excellent value for the money

  • Stylish design

Cons

  • Fairly pedestrian performance

  • Aging interior

  • Some trims have a harsh ride

Pros

  • Fuel-efficient

  • Impressive off-road abilities

  • Comfortable

Cons

  • Fairly pedestrian performance

  • Firm ride quality

Reviews 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.

Reviews Summary

Subaru’s rugged reputation makes it a popular choice among Canadians who regularly conquer challenging conditions. The redesigned 2025 Subaru Forester reinforces those advantages. This time around, a new Forester Hybrid model adds efficiency as another plus, along with more power and a few extra features. It’s due to be followed by the smaller Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid in fall 2025.

Verdict: The new Forester Hybrid is a more efficient version of Subaru's rugged and evergreen compact SUV.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 235 hp I4

Engine

2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid

Drive Train

FWD

Drive Train

AWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

235 hp @ 5000 rpm

Horsepower

EV Battery Capacity

EV Battery Capacity

1.1 kWh

MPG City

22

MPG City

35

MPG Highway

29

MPG Highway

34
2023 Cadillac XT5
2023 Cadillac XT5
$44,195MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
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2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid
$36,595MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2023 Cadillac XT5
$44,195MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2025 Subaru Forester Hybrid
$36,595MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

Years produced
2017-Present
2025-Present
MSRP
$44,195
$36,595
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews

4.8

Expert reviews

6.3 out of 10

Read full review

7.0 out of 10

Read full review
Pros & cons

Pros

  • Spacious cabin

  • Excellent value for the money

  • Stylish design

Cons

  • Fairly pedestrian performance

  • Aging interior

  • Some trims have a harsh ride

Pros

  • Fuel-efficient

  • Impressive off-road abilities

  • Comfortable

Cons

  • Fairly pedestrian performance

  • Firm ride quality

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.

Subaru’s rugged reputation makes it a popular choice among Canadians who regularly conquer challenging conditions. The redesigned 2025 Subaru Forester reinforces those advantages. This time around, a new Forester Hybrid model adds efficiency as another plus, along with more power and a few extra features. It’s due to be followed by the smaller Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid in fall 2025.

Verdict: The new Forester Hybrid is a more efficient version of Subaru's rugged and evergreen compact SUV.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.0L 235 hp I4
2.5L 194 hp H4 Hybrid
Drive Train
FWD
AWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
235 hp @ 5000 rpm
EV Battery Capacity
1.1 kWh
MPG City
22
35
MPG Highway
29
34
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