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2022 Cadillac XT5: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2022 Cadillac XT5 has no major lineup-wide changes. Its one notable update is the addition of Brembo front brakes to the Sport trim.
About the 2022 Cadillac XT5
1st generation XT5, in the post-2020 refresh phase.
Cadillac positions the XT5 as a stylish two-row luxury SUV that blends a bold look with everyday comfort, useful cargo space, and easy-to-use technology. It is aimed at buyers who want a quieter, upscale daily driver with standard active-safety features and a choice between a turbo four-cylinder or a stronger V6, rather than an aggressively sporty SUV. The XT5’s core appeal is comfort, design, and straightforward luxury features in a practical size.
Cadillac positions the 2022 XT5 as a three-step lineup: Luxury covers the essentials, Premium Luxury adds leather, a panoramic sunroof, wireless phone charging, and other comfort features, and Sport focuses on sharper road manners. Luxury has a 2.0-liter turbo engine, an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and the core safety suite. Sport stands out with a 3.6-liter V6, standard AWD, a suspension that adjusts in real time, and Brembo front brakes.
What changed, by category
Structural
The Sport trim adds Brembo front brakes.
2022 Cadillac XT5 specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter / 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 18 mpg | 22 mpg | 19–22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 26 mpg | 29 mpg | 26–29 mpg |
| Horsepower | 310 hp | 235 hp | 235–310 hp |
| Torque | 271 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft | 258–271 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 3500 lb | 1000 lb | 1000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 63 cu-ft | 63 cu-ft | 63 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 39 in | 39 in | 39 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic Emergency Braking | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Night Vision System | |||
| Park Assist | |||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| 360 Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| 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 | |||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | |||
| 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 | |||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2022 Cadillac XT5 compared with the 2021 model?
The main change is that the 2022 XT5 Sport gains Brembo front brakes. The three-trim lineup, engines, transmission, styling, safety suite, and infotainment system otherwise carry over.
Is the 2022 Cadillac XT5 mostly a carryover model?
Yes, the 2022 Cadillac XT5 is mostly a carryover. Cadillac made no major lineup-wide changes beyond adding Brembo front brakes to the Sport trim.
Did the 2022 Cadillac XT5 get a new engine or transmission?
No, the 2022 XT5 keeps the previous engine lineup and nine-speed automatic transmission. Luxury uses a 2.0-liter turbo engine, Premium Luxury models were built with the turbo engine or a 3.6-liter V6, and Sport has the V6 with standard AWD.
Which 2022 Cadillac XT5 trim has Brembo front brakes?
The 2022 Cadillac XT5 Sport has Brembo front brakes. It also has a 3.6-liter V6, standard AWD, and a suspension that adjusts in real time.
Is a 2022 Cadillac XT5 worth choosing over a 2021?
The 2022 model mainly makes sense over a 2021 if you want an XT5 Sport with Brembo front brakes. Otherwise, the two model years are very similar in lineup, engines, styling, safety features, and infotainment.
2022 Cadillac XT5 Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2022 Cadillac XT5.
4.2
2022 Cadillac XT5
(162 reviews)
“Cadillac is supposed to be a luxury vehicle and I feel that they have a long ways before I would call my a luxury vehicle. I wish I would have kept my Jeep.”
“Comfortable, quiet ride. Nice sound system. Handles well. Screen navigation was difficult and time consuming. Cruise control location is difficult to adapt to and ease of use can be challenging. The headlights and brake lights are exceptional, especially the automatic adjustment.”