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Audi Q5 Sportback vs Cadillac XT6

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

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2026 Audi Q5 Sportback

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2025 Cadillac XT6

Overview

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumCadillac XT6Luxury
Selected trimPremiumLuxury
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission7-speed automated manual9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20262025

Pricing & market

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumCadillac XT6Luxury
MSRP$55,100$49,195 (best)
Lowest listing price$31,097$25,536 (best)
Median listing price$60,423$37,500 (best)
Highest listing price$70,118$57,500 (best)
For sale now1115 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumCadillac XT6Luxury
Combined MPG25 MPG (best)23 MPG
City MPG22 MPG (best)21 MPG
Highway MPG30 MPG (best)27 MPG
Fuel tank17.2 gal19 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumCadillac XT6Luxury
Horsepower268 hp (best)235 hp
Torque295 lb-ft (best)258 lb-ft
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumCadillac XT6Luxury
Seating5 seats7 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume53.1 cu ft78.7 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity4,400 lbs (best)1,000 lbs
Payload1,036 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,277 lbs (best)4,362 lbs
Ground clearance6.7 in (best)
Wheelbase110.9 in113 in (best)
Length185.7 in198.5 in (best)
Width74.8 in77.3 in (best)
Height65.5 in69.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi Q5 SportbackPremiumCadillac XT6Luxury
NHTSA overallNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side poleNot Rated5 / 5 ★ (best)
RolloverNot Rated4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

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.

TrimAudi Q5 SportbackCadillac XT6
1

Premium

$55,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Luxury

$49,195 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$57,800 MSRP

Luxury

$51,195 MSRP

3

Prestige

$62,800 MSRP

Premium Luxury

$55,395 MSRP

4

Premium Luxury

$57,395 MSRP

5

Sport

$60,695 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi Q5 Sportback11 for sale

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Audi Q5 Sportback vs Cadillac XT6 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2025 Cadillac XT6?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback vs 2025 Cadillac XT6 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2025 Cadillac XT6?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2025 Cadillac XT6 starts lower at $49,195. Live Audi Q5 Sportback listings start at $31,097. Live Cadillac XT6 listings start at $25,536.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2025 Cadillac XT6?
The 2025 Cadillac XT6 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (49,195).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2025 Cadillac XT6?
The 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2025 Cadillac XT6?
The 2025 Cadillac XT6 leads on horsepower in this comparison (310).
Which has better seats: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2025 Cadillac XT6?
The 2025 Cadillac XT6 leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback or 2025 Cadillac XT6?
The 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,400).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi Q5 Sportback vs 2025 Cadillac XT6?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi Q5 Sportback (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Cadillac XT6 (5/5 NHTSA overall).