Cadillac XT5 vs Lincoln Aviator

2023 Lincoln Aviator
2023 Lincoln Aviator
$51,370MSRP
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2023 Cadillac XT5
2023 Cadillac XT5
$44,195MSRP
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2023 Lincoln Aviator
$51,370MSRP
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2023 Cadillac XT5
$44,195MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

2003-2005

Years produced

2017-Present

MSRP

$51,370

MSRP

$44,195

Average price

$56,664

Average price

$35,886

Listings

470

Listings

936

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.0 out of 10

Expert reviews

6.3 out of 10
Pros
  • Great handling
  • Comfortable
  • Impressive stereo
Cons
  • Unimpressive electric range
  • Cramped third row
  • Outdated technology
Pros
  • Spacious cabin
  • Excellent value for the money
  • Stylish design
Cons
  • Fairly pedestrian performance
  • Aging interior
  • Some trims have a harsh ride

Reviews Summary

There is a reason that Ford’s Lincoln luxury division emphasizes the ethos of “Quiet Flight” when discussing its products, and our 2023 Aviator Grand Touring proved itself the epitome of this concept. It quietly glides everywhere you go, swaddling you in comfort, luxury, and high-tech features. And Lincoln hasn’t altered this formula for the new model year. (Note the unit shown in this review is in US specification with Black Label packaging, which is not available in Canada.)

Reviews Summary

The Cadillac XT5 compact luxury SUV offers plenty of the luxury experience for less money and fuss than some of its competitors. Even so, this crossover lacks the driving excitement and engagement that the Europeans offer, and it can’t match the style and tech of the Korean and Japanese brands. If it were our only choice, there’d be little to complain about, but when there are so many other great options in the same segment—including the Lincoln Nautilus, BMW X3, Mercedes-Benz GLC, Genesis GV70, and Porsche Macan—the Cadillac loses some of its shine.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

3.0L 400 hp V6

Engine

2.0L 235 hp I4

Drive Train

RWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

7

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

Horsepower

235 hp @ 5000 rpm

MPG City

18

MPG City

22

MPG Highway

26

MPG Highway

29
2023 Lincoln Aviator
2023 Lincoln Aviator
$51,370MSRP
Overview
Overview
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2023 Cadillac XT5
2023 Cadillac XT5
$44,195MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2023 Lincoln Aviator
$51,370MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2023 Cadillac XT5
$44,195MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

Years produced
2003-2005
2017-Present
MSRP
$51,370
$44,195
Average price
$56,664
$35,886
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews
4.6
4.6
Expert reviews

7.0 out of 10

Read full review

6.3 out of 10

Read full review
Pros & cons
Pros
  • Great handling
  • Comfortable
  • Impressive stereo
Cons
  • Unimpressive electric range
  • Cramped third row
  • Outdated technology
Pros
  • Spacious cabin
  • Excellent value for the money
  • Stylish design
Cons
  • Fairly pedestrian performance
  • Aging interior
  • Some trims have a harsh ride
Summary
There is a reason that Ford’s Lincoln luxury division emphasizes the ethos of “Quiet Flight” when discussing its products, and our 2023 Aviator Grand Touring proved itself the epitome of this concept. It quietly glides everywhere you go, swaddling you in comfort, luxury, and high-tech features. And Lincoln hasn’t altered this formula for the new model year. (Note the unit shown in this review is in US specification with Black Label packaging, which is not available in Canada.)
The Cadillac XT5 compact luxury SUV offers plenty of the luxury experience for less money and fuss than some of its competitors. Even so, this crossover lacks the driving excitement and engagement that the Europeans offer, and it can’t match the style and tech of the Korean and Japanese brands. If it were our only choice, there’d be little to complain about, but when there are so many other great options in the same segment—including the Lincoln Nautilus, BMW X3, Mercedes-Benz GLC, Genesis GV70, and Porsche Macan—the Cadillac loses some of its shine.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
3.0L 400 hp V6
2.0L 235 hp I4
Drive Train
RWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
7
5
Horsepower
235 hp @ 5000 rpm
MPG City
18
22
MPG Highway
26
29
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