Cadillac XT5 vs Lexus RX350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Lexus RX350
Overview
| Spec | Cadillac XT5Luxury | Lexus RX350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Luxury | 350 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Cadillac XT5Luxury | Lexus RX350350 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $44,300 (best) | $51,225 |
| Lowest listing price | $13,530 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $50,781 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $66,534 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 39 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Cadillac XT5Luxury | Lexus RX350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 19 gal (best) | 17.8 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Cadillac XT5Luxury | Lexus RX350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 235 hp | 275 hp (best) |
| Torque | 258 lb-ft | 317 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Cadillac XT5Luxury | Lexus RX350350 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 63 cu ft (best) | 46.2 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,915 lbs (best) | 4,155 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 8.2 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 112 in | 112.2 in (best) |
| Length | 189.6 in | 192.5 in (best) |
| Width | 74.9 in | 75.6 in (best) |
| Height | 66.1 in | 67.3 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Cadillac XT5Luxury | Lexus RX350350 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Lexus RX350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Luxury $44,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 350 $51,225 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Luxury $46,300 MSRP | 350 $52,825 MSRP |
| 3 | Premium Luxury $52,900 MSRP | 350 Premium $53,400 MSRP |
| 4 | Premium Luxury $54,900 MSRP | 350 Premium $55,000 MSRP |
| 5 | Sport $62,100 MSRP | 350 F SPORT Design $55,730 MSRP |
| 6 | — | 350 F SPORT Design $57,330 MSRP |
| 7 | — | 350 Premium Plus $56,890 MSRP |
| 8 | — | 350 Premium Plus $58,490 MSRP |
| 9 | — | 350 F SPORT Handling $60,000 MSRP |
| 10 | — | 350 Luxury $61,945 MSRP |
| 11 | — | 350 Luxury $63,545 MSRP |
Live inventory
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Cadillac XT5 vs Lexus RX350 FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Cadillac XT5 or 2026 Lexus RX350?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Cadillac XT5 vs 2026 Lexus RX350 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 2026 Lexus RX350?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Cadillac XT5 starts lower at $44,300. Live Cadillac XT5 listings start at $13,530.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Cadillac XT5 or 2026 Lexus RX350?
- The 2026 Cadillac XT5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (44,300).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Cadillac XT5 or 2026 Lexus RX350?
- The 2026 Lexus RX350 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Cadillac XT5 or 2026 Lexus RX350?
- The 2026 Cadillac XT5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (310).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Cadillac XT5 vs 2026 Lexus RX350?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Cadillac XT5 (5/5 NHTSA overall).