2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2021 Cadillac XT5
When comparing the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE's and the 2021 Cadillac XT5's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2021 Cadillac XT5 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE's and the 2021 Cadillac XT5's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE is a better car than the 2021 Cadillac XT5.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2021 Cadillac XT5 Pricing
A used 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE ranges from $45,207 to $89,994 while a used 2021 Cadillac XT5 is priced between $27,994 to $45,000.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2021 Cadillac XT5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE loses 46.4 percent of its value and the 2021 Cadillac XT5 loses 48.4 percent of its value. This means the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE retains 2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2021 Cadillac XT5.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2021 Cadillac XT5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz GLE is 8.4 out of 10 while the Cadillac XT5's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz GLE being ranked 9 out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs and the Cadillac XT5 being ranked 18 out of 61. Out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the Mercedes-Benz GLE is ranked 13 and the Cadillac XT5 is ranked 22.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. 2021 Cadillac XT5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz GLE is 7.2 out of 10. For the Cadillac XT5 the reliability rating is 5.5 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz GLE an advantage in reliability compared to the Cadillac XT5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the 2021 Cadillac XT5 base engine makes 235 horsepower. The GLE is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 585 miles. The XT5 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 551 miles.This gives the 2021 Cadillac XT5 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE has higher safety ratings than the 2021 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:
45207 - 89994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.463928
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
27994 - 45000
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.483871
Mercedes-Benz GLE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.421528 / 10
Reliability:
7.164585 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 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 GLE Rankings
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1 out of / 61Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 68Ranking
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3 out of / 61Ranking
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5 out of / 61Ranking
5 out of / 61Ranking
5 out of / 27Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
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5 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 10Ranking
7 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 68Ranking
9 out of / 61Ranking
10 out of / 68Ranking
11 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 68Ranking
14 out of / 21Ranking
14 out of / 21Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
30 out of / 68Ranking
31 out of / 61Ranking
35 out of / 68Ranking
36 out of / 61Ranking
38 out of / 54Ranking
45 out of / 59Cadillac XT5 Rankings
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2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 14Ranking
7 out of / 27Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
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11 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 61Ranking
12 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 61Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
14 out of / 59Ranking
14 out of / 54Ranking
14 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 61Ranking
18 out of / 61Ranking
19 out of / 68Ranking
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25 out of / 61Ranking
26 out of / 68Ranking
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28 out of / 29Ranking
33 out of / 61Ranking
34 out of / 68Ranking
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53 out of / 68Ranking
54 out of / 61Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE Trim Levels
AMG GLE 53, AMG GLE 63 S, GLE 350, GLE 350 4MATIC, GLE 450 4MATIC, GLE 580 4MATIC
2021 Cadillac XT5 Trim Levels
Luxury, Premium Luxury, Sport
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:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
235 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 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):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
428 / 585 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
418 / 551 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Cargo Space:
33.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
74.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 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:
4608 lbs
Width:
84.9 inches
Height:
70.7 inches
Length:
194.3 inches
Wheelbase:
117.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3915 lbs
Width:
74.9 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
189.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18