2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. 2019 Cadillac XT5
When comparing the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC's and the 2019 Cadillac XT5's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 2019 Cadillac XT5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC's and the 2019 Cadillac XT5's specifications and ratings, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC is a better car than the 2019 Cadillac XT5.
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. 2019 Cadillac XT5 Pricing
A used 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC ranges from $24,020 to $47,811 while a used 2019 Cadillac XT5 is priced between $23,298 to $36,435.
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. 2019 Cadillac XT5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC loses 39.9 percent of its value and the 2019 Cadillac XT5 loses 48.4 percent of its value. This means the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC retains 8.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2019 Cadillac XT5.
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. 2019 Cadillac XT5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz GLC is 8.2 out of 10 while the Cadillac XT5's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz GLC being ranked 6 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 Mercedes-Benz GLC is ranked 12 and the Cadillac XT5 is ranked 18. The Mercedes-Benz GLC is also ranked 18 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Cadillac XT5 is ranked 22 out of 68.
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. 2019 Cadillac XT5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz GLC is 5.8 out of 10. For the Cadillac XT5 the reliability rating is 5.5 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz GLC a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Cadillac XT5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC’s base engine makes 241 horsepower, and the 2019 Cadillac XT5 base engine makes 310 horsepower. The GLC is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 470 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 Mercedes-Benz GLC the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2019 Cadillac XT5 the advantage in maximum range. The GLC uses premium unleaded, and the XT5 uses regular unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 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:
-
Used Asking Price:
24020 - 47811
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.39933
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
23298 - 36435
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.483871
Mercedes-Benz GLC Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.166666 / 10
Reliability:
5.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 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
Mercedes-Benz GLC Rankings
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3 out of / 11Ranking
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50 out of / 68Cadillac XT5 Rankings
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7 out of / 27Ranking
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54 out of / 61Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC Trim Levels
AMG GLC 43, AMG GLC 63, AMG GLC 63 S, GLC 300, GLC 300 4MATIC
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 / 50000 miles
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:
241 hp @ 5550 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.062 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):
22 / 27 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
383 / 470 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
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
19.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
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:
3891 lbs
Width:
82.5 inches
Height:
64.5 inches
Length:
183.3 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.9 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 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18