Cadillac XT5 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC
When comparing the Cadillac XT5's and the Mercedes-Benz GLC's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac XT5 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Mercedes-Benz GLC has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Cadillac XT5's and the Mercedes-Benz GLC's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz GLC is a better car than the Cadillac XT5.
Cadillac XT5 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC Pricing
A used 2024 Cadillac XT5 ranges from $46,555 to $62,962 while a used 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC is priced between $48,510 to $57,110. For a new model, the Cadillac XT5's price is between $45,921 and $65,111, with the Mercedes-Benz GLC priced between $51,273 and $66,742.
Cadillac XT5 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Cadillac XT5 loses 48.4 percent of its value and the Mercedes-Benz GLC loses 39.9 percent of its value. This means the Mercedes-Benz GLC retains 8.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Cadillac XT5.
Cadillac XT5 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Cadillac XT5 is 7.7 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz GLC's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Cadillac XT5 being ranked 8 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs and the Mercedes-Benz GLC being ranked 6 out of 29. Out of 61 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the Cadillac XT5 is ranked 18 and the Mercedes-Benz GLC is ranked 12. The Cadillac XT5 is also ranked 22 out of 68 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Mercedes-Benz GLC is ranked 18 out of 68.
Cadillac XT5 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Cadillac XT5 is 5.5 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz GLC the reliability rating is 5.8 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 Cadillac XT5’s base engine makes 235 horsepower, and the Mercedes-Benz GLC base engine makes 255 horsepower.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Mercedes-Benz GLC has higher safety ratings than the Cadillac XT5, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.95 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
45921 - 65111
Used Asking Price:
46555 - 62962
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.483871
Pricing
New Asking Price:
51273 - 66742
Used Asking Price:
48510 - 57110
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.39933
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 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.166666 / 10
Reliability:
5.8 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac XT5 Rankings
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14 out of / 29Ranking
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28 out of / 29Ranking
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54 out of / 61Mercedes-Benz GLC Rankings
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3 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
6 out of / 25Ranking
7 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 61Ranking
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13 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 68Ranking
15 out of / 27Ranking
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18 out of / 68Ranking
22 out of / 54Ranking
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50 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Cadillac XT5 Trim Levels
Coachbuilder- Funeral Hearse, Luxury, Premium Luxury, Sport
Mercedes-Benz GLC Trim Levels
GLC 300, GLC 300 4MATIC
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 / 50000 miles
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:
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 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:
FWD / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
418 / 551 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:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
56.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3915 lbs
Width:
74.9 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
189.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4167 lbs
Width:
81.7 inches
Height:
64.6 inches
Length:
185.7 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18