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Cadillac XT5 facelift 2020 3.6 V6 (310 Hp) Automatic
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Cadillac XT5:
The Cadillac XT5 is a compact luxury crossover SUV manufactured by General Motors. It was introduced at both the Dubai Motor Show and LA Auto Show in November 2015. The XT5 replaced the Cadillac SRX crossover when it was launched in early 2016. It is the second model to use Cadillac's new alphanumeric naming scheme and the first in the Crossover Touring series. The XT5 is manufactured at GM's Spring Hill Manufacturing plant. The Chinese-market XT5 is manufactured in Shanghai by SAIC-GM....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2020 Overview:
Cadillac XT5 (facelift 2020). With 367 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1776 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.6 V6 (310 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.6L V6 delivers strong, smooth acceleration with 310 hp, offering a more premium and responsive driving experience compared to the 2.0L turbo.
Fuel Economy
Combined fuel economy of 11.2 l/100 km is quite respectable for a naturally aspirated V6 of this power output, especially in a FWD configuration.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and comfortable interior with quality materials.
- • Smooth ride quality, ideal for long journeys.
- • Available powerful 3.6L V6 engine for strong acceleration.
- • Intuitive infotainment system with good connectivity.
- • Generous cargo capacity for an SUV in its class.
Cons:
- • Base 2.0L engine can feel underpowered when fully loaded.
- • Fuel economy for the 2.0L FWD trim is exceptionally poor (if data is accurate).
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium than European rivals.
- • Steering can feel numb, lacking engaging feedback.
- • Resale value might not match some competitors.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(XT5: 2016 - 2020).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Cadillac |
| Model: | XT5 |
| Generation: | facelift 2020 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.6 V6 (310 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 310 Hp @ 6600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 85 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 367 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LGX [Same engine] More details about the engine LGX |
| Engine displacement: | 3649 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 10.6 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 95 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.8 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 12.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.7 kg/Hp, 174.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.8 kg/Nm, 206.6 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1776 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1784 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 852 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1588 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 73 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4815 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1905 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Height: | 1680 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2858 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Front track: | 1646 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1646 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 198 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.8 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 9 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 345 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 315 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/65 R18; 235/55 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 18; 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
If you could change one thing about the Cadillac XT5, what would it be?