Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. Cadillac XT5
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Jeep Grand Cherokee and Cadillac XT5 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Cadillac XT5.
In comparing the Jeep Grand Cherokee's and the Cadillac XT5's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Grand Cherokee has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The Cadillac XT5 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Jeep Grand Cherokee's and the Cadillac XT5's specifications and ratings, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is a better car than the Cadillac XT5.
Pricing: A used 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee ranges from $34,500 to $56,928 while a used 2025 Cadillac XT5 is priced between $44,470 to $60,880. For a new model, the Jeep Grand Cherokee's price is between $37,601 and $62,086, with the Cadillac XT5 priced between $45,915 and $63,549.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Jeep Grand Cherokee loses 52.7 percent of its value and the Cadillac XT5 loses 58.8 percent of its value. This means the Jeep Grand Cherokee retains 6 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Cadillac XT5.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Jeep Grand Cherokee’s base engine makes 293 horsepower, and the Cadillac XT5 base engine makes 235 horsepower. The Grand Cherokee is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 598 miles. The XT5 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 563 miles.This gives the Cadillac XT5 the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Jeep Grand Cherokee the advantage in maximum range. The Grand Cherokee uses regular unleaded, and the XT5 uses premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Jeep Grand Cherokee, 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, and cargo space. The Cadillac XT5, a crossover/compact SUV, has the advantage in the area of rear leg room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the Cadillac XT5 has higher safety ratings than the Jeep Grand Cherokee, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4.84 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
37601 - 62086
Starting MSRP:
36495
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize SUVs)
38382
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
31990 - 43000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
45915 - 63549
Starting MSRP:
44295
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
49635
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
23800 - 79100
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
43572
Price Range:
34500 - 56928
Category Avg Price:
(Midsize SUVs)
45804
Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
36966 - 59949
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
52707
Price Range:
44470 - 60880
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
51781
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
25863 - 81247
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
19398
Depreciation %:
0.53152512
Resale Value $:
17097
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.48432299
Category Depreciation Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
0.30530799 - 0.56163117
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
Depreciation %:
Resale Value $:
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.53712559
Category Depreciation Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.38326835 - 0.59140478
Jeep Grand Cherokee Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
8.8 / 10
Cadillac XT5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Jeep Grand Cherokee
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
10.4
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Midsize SUVs)
10.9
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize SUVs)
8.7 - 16.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.136
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Cadillac XT5
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
14.6
Category Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
12.0 - 16.3
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.285872675449776
Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize SUVs)
1.5 - 39.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6559229389369938
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
2.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Compact SUVs)
0.8 - 54.4
Jeep Grand Cherokee Rankings
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61 out of / 67Cadillac XT5 Rankings
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2 out of / 28Ranking
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61 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Jeep Grand Cherokee Trim Levels
Altitude, Altitude X, Laredo, Laredo A, Laredo X, Limited, Overland, Summit, Summit Reserve
Cadillac XT5 Trim Levels
Coachbuilder- Funeral Hearse, Luxury, Premium Luxury, Sport
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 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):
4.84 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
293 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
437 / 598 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):
427 / 563 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot 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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Cargo Space:
37.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
70.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
144.6 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:
4238 lbs
Width:
84.6 inches
Height:
70.8 inches
Length:
193.5 inches
Wheelbase:
116.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 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:
17.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/70R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/65R18
Exterior Colors
White
Bright White Clear Coat
Black
Not available
Blue
Not available
Green
Not available
Red
Not available
Silver
Not available
Exterior Colors
White
Crystal White Tricoat
Black
Stellar Black Metallic
Blue
Midnight Sky Metallic / Opulent Blue Metallic
Green
Emerald Lake Metallic
Red
Radiant Red Tintcoat
Silver
Argent Silver Metallic
Interior Colors
Black
Global Black
Interior Colors
Black
Jet Black
