Cadillac XT5 vs GMC Acadia
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 GMC Acadia
Overview
| Spec | Cadillac XT5Luxury | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Luxury | Elevation |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Cadillac XT5Luxury | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $44,300 | $43,600 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $13,530 | $8,939 (best) |
| Median listing price | $50,781 | $47,321 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $66,534 (best) | $68,789 |
| For sale now | 39 | 204 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Cadillac XT5Luxury | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 26 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Cadillac XT5Luxury | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 235 hp | 328 hp (best) |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 326 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.5 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Cadillac XT5Luxury | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 8 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 63 cu ft | 97.5 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,915 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | — | 6.8 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 112 in | 120.9 in (best) |
| Length | 189.6 in | 204 in (best) |
| Width | 74.9 in | 79.6 in (best) |
| Height | 66.1 in | 71 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Cadillac XT5Luxury | GMC AcadiaElevation |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 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 | Cadillac XT5 | GMC Acadia |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luxury $44,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Elevation $43,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Luxury $46,300 MSRP | Elevation $45,600 MSRP |
| 3 | Premium Luxury $52,900 MSRP | AT4 $52,400 MSRP |
| 4 | Premium Luxury $54,900 MSRP | Denali $58,900 MSRP |
| 5 | Sport $62,100 MSRP | Denali $60,900 MSRP |
| 6 | — | Denali Ultimate $63,400 MSRP |
| 7 | — | Denali Ultimate $65,400 MSRP |
Live inventory
Cadillac XT539 for sale
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GMC Acadia204 for sale
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New2026 GMC Acadia
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Denali
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Summit White•After Dark10 mi$60,311Steve Schmitt Buick GMC Highland
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Elevation
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Cadillac XT5 vs GMC Acadia FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Cadillac XT5 or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Cadillac XT5 vs 2027 GMC Acadia on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Cadillac XT5 or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 GMC Acadia starts lower at $43,600. Live Cadillac XT5 listings start at $13,530. Live GMC Acadia listings start at $8,939.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Cadillac XT5 or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (43,600).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Cadillac XT5 or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- The 2026 Cadillac XT5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Cadillac XT5 or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on horsepower in this comparison (328).
- Which has better seats: 2026 Cadillac XT5 or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Cadillac XT5 or 2027 GMC Acadia?
- The 2027 GMC Acadia leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (5,000).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Cadillac XT5 vs 2027 GMC Acadia?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Cadillac XT5 (5/5 NHTSA overall).