2018 Cadillac XT5: Full Review | Platinum, Premium Luxury & Luxury

Let's take a DETAILED IN-DEPTH REVIEW of the 2018 Cadillac XT5 Luxury AWD! This review will cover all 2018 XT5's including the Platinum, Premium Luxury, Luxury and Base trims as well as any available packages. The performance data, cargo capacities, distinct styling cues, interior technology and functionality, Cadillac CUE system and much more will be covered. So, come join us as we sample this automotive delicacy in a very detailed review that will leave no questions unanswered!
Video Time Stamps
Powertrain & Fuel Economy: 3:07
Detailed Exterior Walkaround: 4:23
Interior Design, Tech & Amenities: 9:20
Occupant Opulence & Cargo: 20:29
Pricing Information: 26:16
Pricing Information (FWD. Including $995 destination):
XT5: $40,990
XT5 Luxury: $46,990
XT5 Premium Luxury: $53,490
XT5 Platinum: $63,990 (std. AWD)
As Tested (XT5 Luxury): $52,460
Special Thanks to
Quantrell Cadillac in Lexington, KY:
1490 E New Circle Rd, Lexington, KY 40509
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Links
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[@allen31951]

I have owned this vehicle for 2 years now......zero problems so far with 30,000 miles. No complaints. Hopefully it will remain a reliable and enjoyable SUV since I plan on keeping it awhile.

[@bobmohr4952]

I just bought a 2019 luxury that came off lease. Absolutely love this car. I’m a person who would rather drive a car in most instances and this SUV drives and rides like a car more so than a truck. My wife has a Buick Envision Essence which to me is a poor man’s Cadillac. But it was a front wheel drive. We needed a AWD which could be shut off for summer or good weather driving for fuel savings. I might add I had a two year lease on a Cadillac SRX and also owned a CTS. Nothing else rides like a Cadillac plus the styling is 2nd to none.

[@johnallen7230]

My wife and I conducted our own market survey of both foreign and domestic Premium Crossovers SUV's. We concluded that the Cadillac XT5 Platinum was clearly for us. We bought the Cadillac XT5 Platinum, 14 speaker BOSE Sound system is second-to-none, and we're amazingly satisfied.

[@CarConfections]

Congrats on your loaded XT5!

[@victoriabaratta2260]

Awesome! I just test drove it today and had a ton of questions that not even the salesperson could answer - but you did! Great video, extremely informative! This helped make my car buying decision much easier! Thank you!

[@CarConfections]

So glad to hear that!

[@songbird372p7]

Did u buy? Do u like???

[@toniamitchell3486]

Hi did you buy the XT5 and if so do u still like it?

[@jahbax6094]

Did you buy

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

This will be my first SUV!! Brilliant job bro.

[@pjimmbojimmbo1990]

Permanently disabling the Auto Stop-Start will enhance the Driving Experience immensely

[@JesusGonzalazz]

Agreed I was seriously considering buying.

[@matthewyim1736]

Nice review Car Confections! This is a huge improvement over the old SRX by adding more features, and being more modern looking which resembles other Cadillac products.

[@TWSE5]

Excellent job

[@monymony68]

If Cadillac would come out with a Hybrid XT5, I'd buy it in a heartbeat!

[@ydmf2]

Wasn't crazy about this thing, but now I kinda like it. Not a fan of the gauges, their slow sweep (not bothering would be better) and that volume slider. Everything else looks pretty good. It looks better than the Lexus IMO Hey I like your logo with the Simpsons donut... 😉

[@gloriabrowning6671]

2021Xt5 cadillac sport review please

[@ocalakid55]

I currently own a 2017 CT6 Hybrid plug-in . Features i love are THE BIRDS EYE VIEW , FRONT AND REAR view CAMERAS , PLUG-IN 31 plus Electric MILEAGE . PUT those items on the XT5 or XT4 and I would trade in a NY Minute.

[@pf5658]

First time here. I must say, well done dude, well done 😊👍🏽 👍🏽 I’m actually going to a dealer to check this out this Friday. It’s my reason for watching your video and it was very informative. Thank you 😊

[@CarConfections]

Glad to hear you liked it and found it useful! Thanks!

[@danielrasy7961]

My first Cadillac and I love it

[@CarConfections]

The XT5 is a newcomer in a crowded segment. Good news for Cadillac, it's second only to the well-known Lexus RX sales-wise which is quite the accomplishment! What do you guys think about the XT5? Would you pick this American luxury crossover over the Japanese and German competitors?

[@dtay8913]

Car Confections absolutely no question

[@candlelightmoodromeocasano4550]

Yes, America First. Only pussies and snowflakes buy German, Japanese, Swedish And other non American shit. America first! Go Trump

[@wood4902]

Did this car completely do away with the side turn indicator, either on the side panel or bottom of side mirrors?

[@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790]

Still a good vehicle for me to buy one today. Awesome job with your videos anyway bro.

[@Puzzoozoo]

I like that trim color combination.

[@durapoker]

The damn drivers door handle being so much lower than the passengers bothers me lol

[@shawnschoonmaker]

Well presented with detailed information.

[@billwilmington8284]

You know this class of vehicles is a tough market. The lease on my mom's 2015 Nissan Murano is ending soon and whatever we lease next we'll probably end up buying. Three days ago me and my dad spent the whole day visiting dealerships. She really wants an Infiniti QX80 or Cadillac Escalade but those SUVS are just way too far out of the price range and they're just way too big of a car for US since it'll just be her and my dad since I'll be heading to college in 2 years. I want something nice, sporty, and compact/midsize like the Jaguar F pace. But the new BMW X3 is coming out soon. Not to mention there's the Audi Q5, Volvo XC60, Lincoln MKX, and Mercedes GLC. I'm sure there's a couple others I'm forgetting, but the Cadillac XT5 is definitely I top pick for my parents. They both like the styling and I have to say it looks amazing. My dad also likes that it's an NA 6 cylinder and not a turbo 4 like all of the other crossovers. You always think of Cadillac and Lincoln as the wannabe luxury brands since American cars for a time were crap. Honestly the XT5 shatters that stereotype and I really hope we choose that.

[@samid2391]

HAVE always always believed in American ingenuity. The Cadillac represents more than luxury cars. Cadillac is the leader in luxury for sure. Cadillac has always shown class, and beauty. More than that its been the model for dependability and safety in American vehicles. Now they are showing you can have all this in a family vehicle that's affordable for young families. Terrific.

[@bootygangsta6709]

Wannabe luxury? What are you smoking crack?

[@AllStars2525]

You did a very comprehensive and easy-to-follow video. I'm waiting for you to do one for the new XT4.

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! Glad you liked it! And we'll do it as soon as one gets to our dealer :)

[@timmach05]

My mom had one, it was a fun runabout.

[@Ursin101]

Thank you for teaching me.

[@jacarandaaaa]

I rented that car since I was at Anaheim and Las Vegas at October 2019

[@TheMabbasi]

Great Video

[@derek8591]

getting better！！！

[@songbird372p7]

Good review for real tho! Have a chance to buy a platinum for 20k no brainer right? Or the mks for 23k ? Both 2017 top trim!

[@colemonjefferson9076]

love this car. Wish it had a locking gas cap.

[@fredparker7471]

Very nice car. The video was very informative.

[@tomastylecek7209]

very good review, even 4 car guy no test drive though

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! For a test drive, check out our 2019 Cadillac XT5 video!

[@mkzenthusiasts]

The new xt5 10 speed transmission can't figure out what gear to be in a friend of mine rented a 2020 with the 10 speed transmission is a BIG FAIL she even tried to make it perform like the SRX 6 speed transmission but it couldn't perform

[@rickochet0182]

i make the seats for this car :)

[@itspecks3025]

rickochet0182 real leather.

[@dianejohanson98]

A friend of ours has an SRX and I hated it. I always liked my CTS though. The CT5 looks a lot better and looks to have more room in the back seat area than the SRX too, plus I like the styling a lot better.

[@waynemarshall7327]

Question???? Am I the only one that think the XT5 rides a little rough for a luxury car? I've own a few caddys and this one ride like a station wagon

[@giaswfl]

low profile tires

[@hesanaleradi2923]

Wayne Marshall I feel the same!!

[@jasonfrost2487]

owned & rides NOT own & ride

[@funfun8095]

Wayne, your uneducated grammar Is ROUGH.

[@2trainproductions]

I don't like the Cadillac SRX. The XT5 is better.

[@bige2012]

My wife loved her SRX, but she also loves her new XT5, and Im sure who ever sits behind me likes better, I'm 6'-7" so don't move front seat up.....lol

[@johndavis1965]

love the video. thanks and congrats on the new brand

[@CarConfections]

Thanks!

[@PunxsutawneyDave]

Guys, I have a question for my favorite car gurus. When operating the joystick style shifter, did you find it awkward to use? I've heard many people suggest they'd prefer a traditional shift lever.

[@CarConfections]

+PunxsutawneyDave The short answer: yes. The different brands have varying degrees of difficulty but a traditional one is always the simplest solution. There are benefits like added storage but I'm not sure it's worth the trade off. This new GM shifter in particular is one of the hardest to get used to since it makes you go up and to the over to get into reverse. Thanks for watching!

[@songbird372p7]

I think i would like it!

[@futbol1972]

WHafs the mpg?

[@macdaddy1225]

The microfiber rag is in the glovebox

[@martinchanel6658]

Did not talk about remote start ? otherwise really nice XT5 - would be looking at new model AUG 2018

[@Heavensxcitement]

Martin Chanel actually he did 🙏

[@janiecouture3672]

2023 Cadillac

[@cedricm5153]

Anyone else notice Mr. Pray Mantis near the side mirror? hehe

[@IWeasel]

Still looks like a SRX kinda with a new body and features

[@marrbaby1]

Does the base model come standard with a sunroof or do you have to go to the luxury trim to get that?

[@CarConfections]

You have to get the luxury trim

[@user-xp8gw1np4f]

How to troubleshoot a/c on 2018XT5

[@sb8329]

good

[@ekinwynn]

Looks like it can flip over easily

[@user-xp8gw1np4f]

Trouble shooting a/c system 2018XT5Cadilliac

[@alonefire3380]

So the dealership still doesn't have the sti yet?

[@CarConfections]

I think it's still in transit. We will check on its status next week when we're out there!

[@songbird372p7]

Uglier version? Matter of opinion,i like it!

[@user-xp8gw1np4f]

0:00 a/c system for 2018XT5Cadilliac

[@Kellettcj71]

Not competitive with its peers unless you go too 2 trims, and push 60k+. Halogen headlamps on a 52k car? Really? And no cooled seats? MKX Reserve trim will get every bell and whistle with an engine that puts this one to shame (don’t care about fuel efficiency).

[@RonnieGreher]

Chris Kellett this was the problem with my SRX. Only way to get brighter headlamps is to go up the trim ladder. This not only adds to the price, mid to upper 50’s, but adds larger wheels and tires that aren’t needed by some.

[@markhudsonsr.2282]

I do like the SRX, better than the XT5 . Because, I own one. The gear Shift in the SRX is where it is suppose to be. The gear Shift in the XT5 is a bad location. I love my SRX .

[@drivecfl]

No radio knob. Surprising there is no anarchy..lol

[@Sam-M7]

It’s looks great, but I’ll take the reliability of a Lexus before any GM vehicle.

[@user-sb1vo5yg5m]

🤩

[@alfredhollomon5121]

M?p

[@roypark5363]

👍🏻

[@matsteadyy1053]

Cadillac challenge Lexus

[@songbird372p7]

Ur thumbs gotta go!😅😅😅👍🏾

[@123ykraps]

Seemed like allot of sun glare off the gages

[@charlesdegener7002]

Wow they’re even using forge designated platinum label? Kind of tells you something I read somewhere else that this is one of the worst crossovers ever!

[@roypark5363]

Not a fan of exterior especially front end. Lexus is way more attractive. But interior is pretty impressive

[@AE1990____]

woof i like hairy guys