2025 Cadillac XT5 vs. 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Review

Picture of the 2025 Cadillac XT5

2025 Cadillac
XT5

MSRP*: $44,295 to $57,195
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Picture of the 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5

2024 Hyundai
IONIQ 5

MSRP*: $41,800 to $59,400
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MPG - City 18 - 22 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 23 - 29 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 63.0 ft3 59.3 ft3
Engine
  • 235-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 168-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 225-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 320-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 235 - 310 hp 168 - 320 hp
Towing Capacity 1,000 lbs 2,300 lbs
Exterior Length 189.6 in 182.5 in
Exterior Width 74.9 in 74.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 39.4 in
Head Room Front 37.9 - 39.7 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.4 in
Front 39.1 - 39.8 in
Rear 37.5 - 38.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Hyundai IONIQ 5 than in the Cadillac XT5, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Cadillac XT5.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Cadillac XT5 or the Hyundai IONIQ 5, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Cadillac XT5 is about the same width as the Hyundai IONIQ 5. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Cadillac XT5, which is slightly longer than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

Handling
The Cadillac XT5 has the same turning radius as the Hyundai IONIQ 5, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 is clearly the choice over the Cadillac XT5 for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Cadillac XT5 has a lot less horsepower than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Cadillac XT5 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Cadillac XT5 and the Hyundai IONIQ 5. The Cadillac XT5 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Hyundai IONIQ 5.