Audi Q5 vs Cadillac XT5
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Cadillac XT5
Overview
| Spec | Audi Q5Premium | Cadillac XT5Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Audi Q5Premium | Cadillac XT5Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $52,800 | $44,300 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $11,093 (best) | $13,530 |
| Median listing price | $43,423 (best) | $50,781 |
| Highest listing price | $68,618 | $66,534 (best) |
| For sale now | 101 (best) | 39 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Audi Q5Premium | Cadillac XT5Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG |
| City MPG | 21 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal | 19 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Audi Q5Premium | Cadillac XT5Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Q5Premium | Cadillac XT5Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 56.9 cu ft | 63 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 4,400 lbs (best) | 1,000 lbs |
| Payload | 1,036 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,211 lbs | 3,915 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 110.9 in | 112 in (best) |
| Length | 185.7 in | 189.6 in (best) |
| Width | 74.8 in | 74.9 in (best) |
| Height | 65.7 in | 66.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Audi Q5Premium | Cadillac XT5Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | None 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.
| Trim | Audi Q5 | Cadillac XT5 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Premium $52,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Luxury $44,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Premium Plus $55,700 MSRP | Luxury $46,300 MSRP |
| 3 | Prestige $60,700 MSRP | Premium Luxury $52,900 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Premium Luxury $54,900 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Sport $62,100 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Used2019 Audi Q5
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Used2025 Audi Q5
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Certified2024 Audi Q5
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Used2014 Audi Q5
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Monsoon gray metallic•Black71,510 mi$12,930Genesis of Littleton
Littleton, CO
Used2018 Audi Q5
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Brilliant Black•black66,044 mi$16,300Plaza Auto Mall
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Used2017 Cadillac XT5
Luxury
Dark Granite Metallic123,679 mi$13,530Genesis of Littleton
Littleton, CO
Used2024 Cadillac XT5
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Black•Jet Black Inteluxe Seats19,881 mi$29,146Kendall Hyundai
Miami, FL
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Crystal White Tricoat•Jet Black, Inteluxe Seats38,285 mi$32,133Bayway Cadillac of the Woodlands
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Used2023 Cadillac XT5
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Killeen, TX
New2026 Cadillac XT5
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Stellar Black Metallic3,192 mi$48,435Tom Clark Cadillac
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Audi Q5 vs Cadillac XT5 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2026 Cadillac XT5?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi Q5 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 Audi Q5 or 2026 Cadillac XT5?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Cadillac XT5 starts lower at $44,300. Live Audi Q5 listings start at $11,093. Live Cadillac XT5 listings start at $13,530.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2026 Cadillac XT5?
- The 2026 Cadillac XT5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (44,300).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2026 Cadillac XT5?
- The 2026 Cadillac XT5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (310).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi Q5 or 2026 Cadillac XT5?
- The 2026 Audi Q5 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,400).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi Q5 vs 2026 Cadillac XT5?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi Q5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall); Cadillac XT5 (5/5 NHTSA overall).