Audi Q5 Sportback vs Cadillac XT6
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2025 Cadillac XT6
Overview
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Cadillac XT6Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Premium | Luxury |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Cadillac 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 now | 11 | 15 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Cadillac XT6Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 25 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal | 19 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Cadillac XT6Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 268 hp (best) | 235 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 258 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Cadillac XT6Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 53.1 cu ft | 78.7 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 4,400 lbs (best) | 1,000 lbs |
| Payload | 1,036 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,277 lbs (best) | 4,362 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.7 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 110.9 in | 113 in (best) |
| Length | 185.7 in | 198.5 in (best) |
| Width | 74.8 in | 77.3 in (best) |
| Height | 65.5 in | 69.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi Q5 SportbackPremium | Cadillac XT6Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | Not Rated | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | Not Rated | 4 / 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.
| Trim | Audi Q5 Sportback | Cadillac 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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New2026 Audi Q5 Sportback
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New2026 Audi Q5 Sportback
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New2026 Audi Q5 Sportback
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Oklahoma City, OK
Used2023 Audi Q5 Sportback
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Daytona Gray Pearl•Atlas Beige21,755 mi$33,423Jack Hanania Audi Orange Park
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New2026 Audi Q5 Sportback
Premium Plus quattro
Tambora Gray Metallic•Black12 mi$60,423Jack Hanania Audi Orange Park
Jacksonville, FL
Used2022 Audi Q5 Sportback
S line Premium Plus
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Used2023 Cadillac XT6
Luxury
Argent Silver Metallic•Jet Black, Inteluxe Seats75,194 mi$25,536Bayway Cadillac of the Woodlands
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Crystal White Tricoat12,585 mi$52,995City Motor Chevrolet
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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).