Cadillac’s global best-selling XT5 gets additional refinement and upgrades for the 2020 model year with a new turbocharged engine, enhanced technologies and overall revised exterior design. In fact, the upgrades in the upcoming machine are more than 40, compared to older models and ensure contemporary approach towards customers’ requirements and needs.
Equipment
Upcoming 2020 XT5 will continue to follow brand’s signature Y trim strategy and will deliver a well-equipped Luxury model with Premium Luxury and Sport strictly following behind. A heavy emphasis on 2020 model year has been made onto the more aggressive and sportier expression of the vehicles – all XT5 units come with a new grille design, revised proportions and overall muscular and menacing stand.
Furthermore, the exterior features standard LED headlamps with IntelliBeam technology and sexy 18-inch wheel design and an optional pack of 20-inch goodies.
Technology upgrades
Infotainment and driver assistance technologies take central role for the 2020 model lineup. Such include the latest Cadi user experience with more options for connectivity and personalization. There’s also next-gen rotary controller with new jog functionality, one-touch phone-pairing, next-gen 15-watt wireless charging and upgraded USB ports.
There are also two new high-definition instrument cluster displays and enhanced automatic parking assist function.
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In terms of comfort and convenience, 2020 XT5 welcomes everyone to a luxurious cabin with tons of highlights and utility features. There’s a new central console design with enhanced storage solutions, heated front seats, Bose Performance Series audio system and custom-tailored environment.
Drivetrain system
Cadi team has geared its trustworthy 2.0-liter Turbo engine, along with a larger and more powerful 3.6-liter V6 unit, which remains part of the standard equipment on Sport trim level and is also optionally available for Premium Luxury models.
The first unit, the 2.0L Turbo engine features a three-step sliding campshaft and generates a total of 237hp and 258lb-ft of torque.
On the other hand, the 3.6-liter V6 comes with the massive 310hp and 271lb-ft of torque. Engineers have also included direct injection, camshaft phasing, Active Fuel Management and automatic start/stop function.
Source: Cadillac
2017 Cadillac XT5 is the first of its kind, since the brand did not produce any crossovers until now. However, the XT5 is setting a new beginning by entering the popular segment. It will be followed by other luxury crossovers carrying the “XT” designation as part of Cadillac’s product-driven global growth plan.
Cadillac team unveiled the first-ever 2017 Crossover Touring 5 (XT5). This is a entirely enhanced and restyled luxury crossover and will be the cornerstone of new Cadillac series. The first-ever XT5 was unveiled at the Dubai and Los Angeles auto shows and will begin production in spring 2016. The new luxury lineup of crossovers will join brand’s lineup right after the latest range of CT6 Sedan, as the Cadillac team enters a new phase of product growth. The XT5 will definitely mark the next page in the ever-expanding Cadillac family: with its distinctive and neat looks and driving dynamics this beast is surely an honorable member of the Cadillac family. So, let’s check it out!
2017 Cadillac XT5 is the first of its kind. We haven’t seen a Cadillac vehicle like this before. This particular and unique luxury crossover is a result of the joint venture between the brand and the acclaimed fashion designers Public School.
