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Acura RDX vs Cadillac XT5

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Acura RDX

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Overview

SpecAcura RDXRDXCadillac XT5Luxury
Selected trimRDXLuxury
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262026

Pricing & market

SpecAcura RDXRDXCadillac XT5Luxury
MSRP$45,100$44,800 (best)
Lowest listing price$23,783 (best)$31,244
Median listing price$23,783 (best)$31,244
Highest listing price$23,783 (best)$31,244
For sale now12 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAcura RDXRDXCadillac XT5Luxury
Combined MPG23 MPG24 MPG (best)
City MPG21 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG27 MPG29 MPG (best)
Fuel tank17.1 gal19 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAcura RDXRDXCadillac XT5Luxury
Horsepower272 hp (best)235 hp
Torque280 lb-ft (best)258 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecAcura RDXRDXCadillac XT5Luxury
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume58.9 cu ft63 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,500 lbs (best)1,000 lbs
Curb weight4,014 lbs3,915 lbs (best)
Wheelbase108.3 in112 in (best)
Length187.4 in189.6 in (best)
Width74.8 in74.9 in (best)
Height65.7 in66.1 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAcura RDXRDXCadillac XT5Luxury
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Frontal crash (driver)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Side pole5 / 5 ★5 / 5 ★
Rollover4 / 5 ★4 / 5 ★
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAcura RDXCadillac XT5
1

RDX

$45,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Luxury

$44,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Technology Package

$47,700 MSRP

Luxury

$46,800 MSRP

3

A-Spec Package

$50,700 MSRP

Premium Luxury

$53,500 MSRP

4

Advance Package

$52,850 MSRP

Premium Luxury

$55,600 MSRP

5

A-Spec Advance Package

$54,850 MSRP

Sport

$62,800 MSRP

Live inventory

Acura RDX vs Cadillac XT5 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Acura RDX or 2026 Cadillac XT5?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Acura RDX vs 2026 Cadillac XT5 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Acura RDX or 2026 Cadillac XT5?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Cadillac XT5 starts lower at $44,800. Live Acura RDX listings start at $23,783. Live Cadillac XT5 listings start at $31,244.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Acura RDX or 2026 Cadillac XT5?
The 2026 Cadillac XT5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (44,800).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Acura RDX or 2026 Cadillac XT5?
The 2026 Cadillac XT5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Acura RDX or 2026 Cadillac XT5?
The 2026 Cadillac XT5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (310).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Acura RDX or 2026 Cadillac XT5?
The 2026 Cadillac XT5 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Acura RDX vs 2026 Cadillac XT5?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Acura RDX (5/5 NHTSA overall); Cadillac XT5 (5/5 NHTSA overall).