Comparison - Cadillac XT5 Luxury 2019 - vs - Nissan Armada Platinum 2020

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Model: 
Average Price: 
$
50,995
Updated: 
16 May 2019
$
63,530
Updated: 
25 Oct 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive
Year: 
2019
2020
Total Seating: 
5
8
Transmission: 
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
7-speed Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
21.70gals
26.00gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Crystal White Tricoat
#EFEFEF
Harbor Blue Metallic
#3A475C
Dark Granite Metallic
#636365
Radiant Silver Metallic
#A3A7AA
Stellar Black Metallic
#302C2D
Silver Coast Metallic
#B1AAA0
Red Passion Tintcoat
#922028
Dark Mocha Metallic
#878278
Shadow Metallic
#616C76
Bronze Dune Metallic
#B2ABA5
Color: 
Brilliant Silver
#B6B6B6
Pearl White
#EBECF0
Gun Metallic
#747577
Hermosa Blue
#36425C
Mocha Almond
#442D27
Super Black
#000000

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2019 Cadillac XT5 ranked #20 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Cadillac XT5 has a score of 7.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 31 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Low base price
Classic, elegant cabin
Smooth ride

Cons
Uninspired handling

By: 
usnews.com

The XT5's wireless smartphone charging pad gets an upgrade for 2019 and now offers 15 watts of juice (versus last year's 5 watts) to speed charging times. Other changes are limited to four new colors—Shadow Metallic, Red Horizon Tintcoat, Dark Mocha Metallic, and Manhattan Noir Metallic—and a new Kona Brown leather interior with Sapele wood trim.

Pros
Quiet interior,
distinctive exterior styling,
spacious cargo bay.

Cons
Somewhat gruff V-6 powertrain,
muddled driving dynamics,
busy interior design.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2019 Cadillac XT5 is a solid, if forgettable, crossover. Consider the Caddy’s myriad rivals, too.

Pros
Comfortable ride
Strong V-6 power
Luxurious interior with right options
Low base price...

Cons
… that can climb quickly
Light on personality
Front-wheel drive model a bore
Infotainment can frustrate

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2020 Armada carries over mostly unchanged except for a new standard feature and a newly optional package. Every model now has heated exterior mirrors. Also, the Armada is now available with a 22-inch Wheel package that adds uniquely style 22-inch wheels wrapped in all-season tires.

Pros
Tranquil cabin environment,
upscale styling,
mighty powertrain and tow rating.

Cons
Not exactly fuel efficient,
obsolete infotainment system,
overly light steering.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2020 Nissan Armada comes with four wheel drive, and rear wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 7-speed automatic.Small changes to trim levels and feature availability.

Pros
High-quality interior is appealing
Smooth V8 engine delivers ample power
Rides more comfortably than some rival SUVs
Quiet at highway speeds

Cons
No getting around the V8's poor fuel economy
Infotainment system is dated
Third-row seating isn't particularly spacious

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2020 Nissan Armada's #4 ranking is based on its score within the Large SUVs category. Currently the Nissan Armada has a score of 7.3 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 29 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Powerful engine
Quality cabin
Comfortable seating
Solid predicted reliability rating

Cons
Outdated infotainment system
Poor fuel economy, even for the class
Below-average cargo volume
Less comfortable ride than rivals

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
18.00mpg
13.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
25.00mpg
18.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
32
Cylinders: 
6
V
8
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.60L
5.60L
Torque: 
271ft-lbs
at 5 000rpm
394ft-lbs
at 4 000rpm
Horsepower: 
310hp
at 6 700rpm
390hp
at 5 800rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
41.30Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Leather Steering Wheel
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Sun Sensor
Keyless Ignition
Heated Steering Wheel
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry
Keyless Ignition
Leather Steering Wheel
Adjustable Pedals
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Heated Steering Whee

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
189.50in
208.90in
Width: 
75.00in
79.90in
Height: 
66.00in
75.80in
Ground Clearance: 
7.80in
9.20in
Front Track: 
64.40in
Rear Track: 
64.40in
Wheel Base: 
112.50in
121.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
38.40
39.80
Rear Head Room: 
36.00
40.00
Front Leg Room: 
41.20in
41.90in
Rear leg room: 
39.50in
41.00in
Front Hip Room: 
56.00in
59.20in
Front Shoulder Room: 
58.30in
63.80in
Rear Hip Room: 
54.70in
58.40in
Rear Shoulder room: 
56.20in
63.40in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
63.00cu.ft
95.40cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
3500lbs
8500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
30.00cu.ft
16.50cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
15.80degrees
20.90degrees
Angle of Departure: 
23.50degrees
22.30degrees
Curb Weight: 
4257.00lbs
5958.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
4 one-touch power windows
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry
2 one-touch power windows
Heated mirrors
Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
8 -way power passenger seat
Bucket front seats
8 -way power driver seat
Leather
Height-Adjustable Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8-Way Power Driver Seat
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable passenger seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
6 -way power passenger seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Leather
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Driver Cooled Seat
Passenger Cooled Seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Split-folding rear seatback
Reclining rear seats
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Power folding split-bench third row seats
Reclining rear seats
Folding center armrest
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control
Split-folding rear seatback
Multi-Level Heating

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
Front stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear stabilizer bar
Rear stabilizer bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
yes
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
yes
More Entertainment: 
3 Months of provided satellite radio service
Bose premium brand stero system
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
Speed sensitive volume control
USB connection
8 total speakers
USB connection
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
3 Months of provided satellite radio service
Bose premium brand stero system
1 subwoofer(s)
13 total speakers
Audio/video remote control remote control
Speed sensitive volume control
Bose Premium Brand Speakers
Radio Data System
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Intermittent rear wiper
Intermittent wipers
Privacy glass
Roof rack
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Privacy glass
Roof rack
Intermittent rear wiper
Roof rack
Power glass sunroof
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 x 8.0-In.
20 x 8.0-In.
Wheels more: 
All season tires
Polished Alloy Wheels
Fullsize non-matching spare tire
Underbody mounted spare tire
All season tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
65
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
60
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Front ventilated disc brakes
Front ventilated disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
rear ventilated disc brakes
rear ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
no
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Airbag Deployment Notification*
Rear door child safety locks
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Post-collision safety system
Rear center 3-point belt
Emergency Service*
Blind Spot Warning Accident Avoidance System
Rear height adjustable headrests
Turn signal mirrors
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear center 3-point belt
Pre-collision safety system
LED headlamp
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Post-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp

Options

Packages: 
Interior Protection Package
Cargo Convenience Package
Advanced Security Package
Captain's Chairs Package
Platinum Reserve Package
Exterior Options: 
Bright Surround Grille W/Black Chrome Mesh
Clear Tail Lamps
Roof Rack Cross Rails
Front License Plate Bracket
Stainless Assist Steps
Black Chrome Bodyside Moldings
Black Molded Splash Guards
Black Chrome Liftgate Trim
Compact Spare Tire
Molded Trailer Hitch Cover
Wheel Locks
20" Ultra-Bright Machined Pearl Nickel Wheels
20" Slurry Polished Wheels
Trailering Package
Led Headlamps
Special Paint- Pearl White
Roof Rail Cross Bars
Welcome Lighting
Impact Sensor
22" Wheel Package
Interior Options: 
Collapsible Cargo Area Organizer
Protective Rear Seat Cover
Premium Carpeted Floor Mats
Premium Carpet Cargo Mat
All-Weather Cargo Tray
All-Weather Floor Mats
Odor/Particulate Cabin Filter
Powered Universal Tablet Holder
Smoker's Package
Illuminated Cargo Sill Plate
Illuminated Front Door Sill Plates
Sport Pedal Cover Set
Universal Tablet Holder
Rear Seat DVD Entertainment System
Cargo Net
Cargo Flex Divider
Floor Mounted Cargo Net
Cargo Tie Downs
Cue W/Embedded Navigation
Tri-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Interior Lighting Package
Illuminated Kick Plates
Cargo Package
Carpeted Floor Mats

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Sahara Beige w/Jet Black Accents, leatherette
#A2978A
Kona Brown w/Jet Black Accents, leatherette
#A35C32
Cirrus w/Dark Titanium Accents, leatherette
#DDE0B8
Jet Black, leather
#000000
Color: 
Almond, leather
#BB9D61
Charcoal, leather
#081012
Platinum Reserve Black/Brown Leather, leather
#694A42