2020 Cadillac XT5
The 2020 Cadillac XT5 is a compact SUV, rated at 24 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year.

- Combined MPG
- 24
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $46,000
- Recalls
- 5
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Cadillac |
|---|---|
| Model | XT5 |
| Model year | 2020 |
| Vehicle class | Compact SUV |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S9) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 21 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 28 |
| Combined MPG | 24 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 363 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3200 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| XT5 AWD | 20 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| XT5 AWD | 23 MPG combined |
| XT5 FWD | 21 MPG combined |
| XT5 FWD | 24 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 21 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 24 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 25% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $41,400
- Total interest
- $7,202
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≈ $1,675/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
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Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (5)
- TIRES21V115000 · 2021-02-25
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT4, XT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, 2018-2021 Chevrolet Express, GMC Savana, 2019-2020 Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, GMC Acadia, Sierra 1500, and certain Continental tires sold to the aftermarket for various model year 2018-2021 vehicles. The affected tires were cured for too long during production.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, replacing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 22, 2021. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N212329050.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP20V639000 · 2020-10-15
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5, Cadillac XT6, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The fuel pump's jet nozzle may have a plastic burr remaining from the manufacturing process, possibly causing a blocked nozzle and an insufficient fuel supply to the engine.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump module. The recall began November 16, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick Customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202314760.
- TIRES20V684000 · 2020-11-05
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5, GMC Acadia and Chevrolet Traverse vehicles and 2020-2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500 vehicles. The vehicles may have been manufactured with Continental tires that were overcured.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect vehicles and replace tires that have DOT number and production mold number combinations identified by Continental, free of charge. The recall began December 17, 2020. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Buick customer service at 1-866-608-8080, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N202319030.
- AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN:INFLATOR20V446000 · 2020-07-30
General Motors, LLC. (GM) is recalling certain 2020 Buick Enclave, Cadillac XT5 and XT6, Chevrolet Blazer, Silverado 1500, 2500 and 3500 and Traverse and GMC Acadia and Sierra 1500, 2500 and 3500 vehicles. The diffuser component of the Roof-Rail Air Bag (RRAB) inflator may not have been properly crimped to the inflator and could separate from the inflator during air bag deployment.
Remedy: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the suspect RRAB modules, free of charge. The recall began September 3, 2020. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-630-2438, Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223, or Buick customer service at 1-800-521-7300. GM's number for this recall is N202305380.
- BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA22V709000 · 2022-09-22
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Cadillac XT5, XT6, and GMC Acadia vehicles equipped with the optional Surround Vision feature. The rearview camera coaxial cable connectors may have been crimped improperly, causing the rearview camera to fail or function intermittently.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the coaxial cables, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 18, 2023. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or GMC customer service at 1-800-462-8782. GM's number for this recall is N222378380.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2020 Cadillac XT5?
The 2020 Cadillac XT5 is EPA-rated at 24 MPG combined (21 city / 28 highway).
Is the 2020 Cadillac XT5 reliable?
NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2020 Cadillac XT5. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2020 Cadillac XT5?
The 2020 Cadillac XT5 earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2020 Cadillac XT5?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2020 Cadillac XT5 costs roughly $1,675 per year to fuel, or about $8,375 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2020 Cadillac XT5?
The 2020 Cadillac XT5 is classified as a compact suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC