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2019 Cadillac XT5: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2019 Cadillac XT5 is more standard driver-assistance equipment on the Luxury and Platinum trims. Otherwise, this is a light-update year with the same V6, 8-speed automatic, styling, and basic structure as before.
About the 2019 Cadillac XT5
1st generation XT5 (2017-2019), final year before the 2020 refresh.
Cadillac markets the XT5 as a stylish two-row luxury crossover built around comfort, quietness, and everyday versatility. The core pitch is a roomy cabin, a flexible sliding/reclining rear seat, upscale design, and an easygoing driving character rather than hard-edged sportiness. In 2019 form, it also stands out by making a V6 standard across the lineup, giving it stronger baseline power than many luxury crossover rivals that start with a four-cylinder.
The base XT5 pairs a 3.6-liter V6 with an 8-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and a flexible sliding rear seat. Luxury is the comfort-and-safety sweet spot, with leather, heated front seats, a large sunroof, and added driver aids. Premium Luxury brings navigation, ventilated seats, and a 14-speaker Bose system, while Platinum adds richer cabin materials, a head-up display, a surround-view camera, and the fullest driver-assistance package.
What changed, by category
Safety
Luxury gains a much broader set of standard driver aids, including forward collision alert, lane-keeping assistance, front pedestrian braking, automatic high beams, a vibrating Safety Alert Seat, front and rear parking sensors, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane-change alert. Platinum makes the Driver Assist Package standard, including adaptive cruise control, automatic parking assistance, and forward and reverse automatic braking.
Tech
Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Platinum receive a newer, larger, higher-output wireless charging pad. On Luxury, the premium audio system becomes standard, while built-in navigation changes from standard to optional.
2019 Cadillac XT5 specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.6 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 18 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 25 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Horsepower | 310 hp | 310 hp | 310 hp | 310 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft | 271 lb-ft | 271 lb-ft | 271 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb | 3500 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 63 cu-ft | 63 cu-ft | 63 cu-ft | 63 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 39.5 in | 39.5 in | 39.5 in | 39.5 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| LED Tail Lights | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||
| Power Close Liftgate/Trunk | ||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2019 Cadillac XT5 redesigned?
No. The 2019 XT5 is the final model year before the 2020 refresh, so its styling, structure, V6 engine, and 8-speed automatic carry over.
What is the biggest change to the 2019 Cadillac XT5?
The biggest change is additional standard driver-assistance equipment on the Luxury and Platinum trims. Luxury gains the Driver Awareness Package and related aids, while Platinum makes its more advanced Driver Assist Package standard.
Does the 2019 Cadillac XT5 Platinum have standard adaptive cruise control?
Yes. Adaptive cruise control becomes standard on the 2019 Platinum as part of the Driver Assist Package, along with automatic parking assistance and forward and reverse automatic braking.
Did the 2019 Cadillac XT5 get a new engine or transmission?
No. Every 2019 XT5 retains the 3.6-liter V6 and 8-speed automatic transmission used previously.
How does the 2019 Cadillac XT5 differ from the 2018 model?
The 2019 XT5 mainly differs through upper-trim equipment. Luxury gains more standard safety and convenience features, Platinum gets standard adaptive cruise control and related driver aids, and Luxury and higher trims receive an updated wireless charging pad; the basic design and powertrain are unchanged.
2019 Cadillac XT5 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Cadillac XT5.
4.3
2019 Cadillac XT5
(172 reviews)
“This vehicle offers a very comfortable ride and includes safety features that are important in avoiding potential accidents. It is very utilitarian.”
“I believe the Cadillac XT5 is sharp looking and offers excellent comfort with remarkable reliability and safety.”