2018 Cadillac XT5 vs. 2018 BMW X3
When we compare the 2018 Cadillac XT5's and the 2018 BMW X3's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Cadillac XT5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The 2018 BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Cadillac XT5's and the 2018 BMW X3's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Cadillac XT5 is a better car than the 2018 BMW X3.
2018 Cadillac XT5 vs. 2018 BMW X3 Pricing
A used 2018 Cadillac XT5 ranges from $18,999 to $32,000 while a used 2018 BMW X3 is priced between $21,989 to $37,104.
2018 Cadillac XT5 vs. 2018 BMW X3 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Cadillac XT5 loses 48.4 percent of its value and the 2018 BMW X3 loses 50.5 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Cadillac XT5 retains 2.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 BMW X3.
2018 Cadillac XT5 vs. 2018 BMW X3 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Cadillac XT5 is 7.7 out of 10 while the BMW X3's quality rating is 8.6 out of 10. This results in the Cadillac XT5 being ranked 8 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the BMW X3 being ranked 2 out of 29. Out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the Cadillac XT5 is ranked 18 and the BMW X3 is ranked 3. The Cadillac XT5 is also ranked 22 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the BMW X3 is ranked 4 out of 68.
2018 Cadillac XT5 vs. 2018 BMW X3 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Cadillac XT5 is 5.5 out of 10. For the BMW X3 the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the BMW X3 an advantage in reliability compared to the Cadillac XT5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Cadillac XT5’s base engine makes 310 horsepower, and the 2018 BMW X3 base engine makes 248 horsepower. The XT5 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 504 miles. The X3 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 499 miles.This gives the 2018 BMW X3 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2018 Cadillac XT5 the advantage in maximum range. The XT5 uses regular unleaded, and the X3 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the 2018 Cadillac XT5 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2018 BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2018 BMW X3 has higher safety ratings than the 2018 Cadillac XT5, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.95 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18999 - 32000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.483871
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
21989 - 37104
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.50502
Cadillac XT5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.733333 / 10
Reliability:
5.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
9.9 / 10
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.620856 / 10
Reliability:
8.26257 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac XT5 Rankings
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54 out of / 61BMW X3 Rankings
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23 out of / 61Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Cadillac XT5 Trim Levels
Base, Luxury, Platinum, Premium Luxury
2018 BMW X3 Trim Levels
M40i, xDrive30i
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.95 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
310 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
271 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.078 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
369 / 504 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 499 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Cargo Space:
30 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
134.5 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
28.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
62.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.1 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3985 lbs
Width:
75 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
189.5 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4156 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R18