Hyundai SANTA FE vs. Cadillac XT5
In comparing the Hyundai SANTA FE's and the Cadillac XT5's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. The Cadillac XT5 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Hyundai SANTA FE's and the Cadillac XT5's specifications and ratings, the Hyundai SANTA FE is a better car than the Cadillac XT5.
Hyundai SANTA FE vs. Cadillac XT5 Pricing
A used 2023 Hyundai SANTA FE ranges from $27,795 to $41,994 while a used 2024 Cadillac XT5 is priced between $46,555 to $62,962. For a new model, the Hyundai SANTA FE's price is between $30,562 and $46,310, with the Cadillac XT5 priced between $45,921 and $65,111.
Hyundai SANTA FE vs. Cadillac XT5 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Hyundai SANTA FE loses 50 percent of its value and the Cadillac XT5 loses 48.4 percent of its value. This means the Cadillac XT5 retains 1.6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Hyundai SANTA FE.
Hyundai SANTA FE vs. Cadillac XT5 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Hyundai SANTA FE is 8.5 out of 10 while the Cadillac XT5's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Hyundai SANTA FE being ranked 5 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs and the Cadillac XT5 being ranked 8 out of 29 Best Luxury Small SUVs.
Hyundai SANTA FE vs. Cadillac XT5 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Hyundai SANTA FE is 8.6 out of 10. For the Cadillac XT5 the reliability rating is 5.5 out of 10. This gives the Hyundai SANTA FE a substantial advantage in reliability compared to the Cadillac XT5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Hyundai SANTA FE’s base engine makes 191 horsepower, and the Cadillac XT5 base engine makes 235 horsepower. The SANTA FE is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles. The XT5 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 551 miles.This gives the Hyundai SANTA FE the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Cadillac XT5 the advantage in maximum range. The SANTA FE uses regular unleaded, and the XT5 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Hyundai SANTA FE, a crossover/midsize SUV, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Hyundai SANTA FE 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. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the Hyundai SANTA FE has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
30562 - 46310
Used Asking Price:
27795 - 41994
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.499598
Pricing
New Asking Price:
45921 - 65111
Used Asking Price:
46555 - 62962
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.483871
Hyundai SANTA FE Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.533421 / 10
Reliability:
8.600263 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 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
Hyundai SANTA FE Rankings
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56 out of / 66Cadillac 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
Hyundai SANTA FE Trim Levels
Calligraphy, Limited, SE, SEL, XRT
Cadillac XT5 Trim Levels
Coachbuilder- Funeral Hearse, Luxury, Premium Luxury, Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 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:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
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:
191 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
181 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 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:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
25 / 28 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
443 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Cargo Space:
36.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
147.9 cubic feet
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:
3649 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
66.3 inches
Length:
188.4 inches
Wheelbase:
108.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18