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Cadillac XT5 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC350e

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

Vehicles

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2026 Cadillac XT5

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2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e

Overview

SpecCadillac XT5LuxuryMercedes-Benz GLC350eGLC 350e 4MATIC
Selected trimLuxuryGLC 350e 4MATIC
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfront wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission9-speed shiftable automatic9-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasplug-in hybrid
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecCadillac XT5LuxuryMercedes-Benz GLC350eGLC 350e 4MATIC
MSRP$44,300 (best)$62,700
Lowest listing price$13,530 (best)
Median listing price$50,781 (best)
Highest listing price$66,534 (best)
For sale now39 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecCadillac XT5LuxuryMercedes-Benz GLC350eGLC 350e 4MATIC
Combined MPG24 MPG25 MPG (best)
City MPG22 MPG23 MPG (best)
Highway MPG29 MPG (best)28 MPG
Combined MPGe64 MPGe (best)
Electric range54 mi (best)
240V charge time3 hr (best)
Fuel tank19 gal (best)13 gal

Performance

SpecCadillac XT5LuxuryMercedes-Benz GLC350eGLC 350e 4MATIC
Horsepower235 hp313 hp (best)
Torque258 lb-ft406 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L2 L
CylindersI4I4

Size & capability

SpecCadillac XT5LuxuryMercedes-Benz GLC350eGLC 350e 4MATIC
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume63 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs3,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,915 lbs (best)5,027 lbs
Wheelbase112 in113.1 in (best)
Length189.6 in (best)185.7 in
Width74.9 in (best)74.4 in
Height66.1 in (best)64.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecCadillac XT5LuxuryMercedes-Benz GLC350eGLC 350e 4MATIC
NHTSA overall5 / 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 pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimCadillac XT5Mercedes-Benz GLC350e
1

Luxury

$44,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

GLC 350e 4MATIC

$62,700 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Luxury

$46,300 MSRP

3

Premium Luxury

$52,900 MSRP

4

Premium Luxury

$54,900 MSRP

5

Sport

$62,100 MSRP

Live inventory

Cadillac XT5 vs Mercedes-Benz GLC350e FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Cadillac XT5 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Cadillac XT5 vs 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e 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 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e?
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 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e?
The 2026 Cadillac XT5 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (44,300).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Cadillac XT5 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Cadillac XT5 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (54).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Cadillac XT5 or 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e?
The 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e leads on horsepower in this comparison (313).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Cadillac XT5 vs 2027 Mercedes-Benz GLC350e?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Cadillac XT5 (5/5 NHTSA overall).