2019 BMW X3 vs. 2019 Cadillac XT5
In comparing the 2019 BMW X3's and the 2019 Cadillac XT5's specifications and ratings, the 2019 BMW X3 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The 2019 Cadillac XT5 has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 BMW X3's and the 2019 Cadillac XT5's specifications and ratings, the 2019 BMW X3 is a better car than the 2019 Cadillac XT5.
2019 BMW X3 vs. 2019 Cadillac XT5 Pricing
A used 2019 BMW X3 ranges from $22,991 to $39,886 while a used 2019 Cadillac XT5 is priced between $23,298 to $36,435.
2019 BMW X3 vs. 2019 Cadillac XT5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 BMW X3 loses 50.5 percent of its value and the 2019 Cadillac XT5 loses 48.4 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Cadillac XT5 retains 2.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 BMW X3.
2019 BMW X3 vs. 2019 Cadillac XT5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X3 is 8.6 out of 10 while the Cadillac XT5's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the BMW X3 being ranked 2 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Cadillac XT5 being ranked 8 out of 29. Out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the BMW X3 is ranked 3 and the Cadillac XT5 is ranked 18. The BMW X3 is also ranked 4 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Cadillac XT5 is ranked 22 out of 68.
2019 BMW X3 vs. 2019 Cadillac XT5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X3 is 8.3 out of 10. For the Cadillac XT5 the reliability rating is 5.5 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 2019 BMW X3’s base engine makes 248 horsepower, and the 2019 Cadillac XT5 base engine makes 310 horsepower. The X3 is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 516 miles. The XT5 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 504 miles. This gives the 2019 BMW X3 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2019 Cadillac XT5. The X3 uses premium unleaded, and the XT5 uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are crossover/compact SUVs, the 2019 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 2019 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 2019 BMW X3 has higher safety ratings than the 2019 Cadillac XT5, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.95 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
22991 - 39886
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.50502
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
23298 - 36435
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.483871
BMW X3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.620856 / 10
Reliability:
8.26257 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac XT5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.733333 / 10
Reliability:
5.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
9.9 / 10
BMW X3 Rankings
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23 out of / 61Cadillac XT5 Rankings
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54 out of / 61Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 BMW X3 Trim Levels
M40i, sDrive30i, xDrive30i
2019 Cadillac XT5 Trim Levels
Base, Luxury, Platinum, Premium Luxury
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.95 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 30 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 516 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
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
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4034 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
66 inches
Length:
185.9 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18