Cadillac XT5 vs. Nissan Murano
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Cadillac XT5 and Nissan Murano contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Cadillac XT5 and the Nissan Murano.
When we compare the Cadillac XT5's and the Nissan Murano's specifications and ratings, The Nissan Murano has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability, resale value, interior volume, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Cadillac XT5's and the Nissan Murano's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Murano is a better car than the Cadillac XT5.
Pricing: A used 2024 Cadillac XT5 ranges from $44,654 to $62,941 while a used 2024 Nissan Murano is priced between $35,982 to $48,258. For a new model, the Cadillac XT5's price is between $45,410 and $64,269, with the Nissan Murano priced between $38,981 and $50,958.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Cadillac XT5 loses 55.6 percent of its value and the Nissan Murano loses 51.2 percent of its value. This means the Nissan Murano retains 4.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Cadillac XT5.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Cadillac XT5 is 7.5 out of 10 while the Nissan Murano'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 Nissan Murano being ranked 13 out of 32 Best Midsize SUVs.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Cadillac XT5 is 5.5 out of 10. For the Nissan Murano the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the Nissan Murano an 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 Nissan Murano base engine makes 260 horsepower.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Nissan Murano, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space. The Cadillac XT5, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the areas of front leg room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Nissan Murano has higher safety ratings than the Cadillac XT5, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.96 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$45,410 - $64,269
Starting MSRP:
$43,895
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$50,139
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$22,400 - $79,100
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
$38,981 - $50,958
Starting MSRP:
$38,740
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
$37,697
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$31,990 - $43,320
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$53,571
Price Range:
$44,654 - $62,941
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$57,314
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
$27,806 - $84,530
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1,928
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
2,307
# Good or Great Deals:
236
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$41,887
Price Range:
$35,982 - $48,258
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
$47,563
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
$40,678 - $66,020
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
3,124
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
733
# Good or Great Deals:
115
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$24,838
Depreciation %:
56.6%
Resale Value $:
$19,057
Residual Value %:
43.4%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
50.5%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
40.4% - 56.6%
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
$20,076
Depreciation %:
51.8%
Resale Value $:
$18,664
Residual Value %:
48.2%
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)
46.3%
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
27.5% - 53.5%
Cadillac XT5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
5.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
9.9 / 10
Nissan Murano Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.6 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Cadillac XT5
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
12.8
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
12.3
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
10.7 - 13.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
16%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan Murano
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
10.5
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
10.4
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.6 - 13.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
19.1%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
4.4
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
3.1
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.8 - 26.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
3.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.6 - 14.8
Cadillac XT5 Rankings
Ranking
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56 out of / 68Nissan Murano Rankings
Ranking
8 out of / 67Ranking
8 out of / 32Ranking
8 out of / 32Ranking
8 out of / 18Ranking
8 out of / 17Ranking
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29 out of / 67Ranking
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65 out of / 67Available 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
Nissan Murano Trim Levels
Platinum, SL, SV
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.96 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
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 Specs
Horsepower:
260 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
240 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 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:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / 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
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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 Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
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:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Cargo Space:
32.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
67 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
140.2 cubic feet
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:
3892 lbs
Width:
75.4 inches
Height:
67.8 inches
Length:
192.8 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 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 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Stellar Black Metallic
Blue
Midnight Sky Metallic / Opulent Blue Metallic
Green
Emerald Lake Metallic
Red
Radiant Red Tintcoat
Silver
Argent Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Tricoat
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Super Black
Blue
Deep Ocean Blue Pearl
Green
Not available
Red
Scarlet Ember Tintcoat
Silver
Brilliant Silver Metallic
White
Pearl White TriCoat
Gray
Boulder Gray Pearl / Gun Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
Beige
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Graphite
Beige
Cashmere
