The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 1-speed direct drive.Many of last year's optional advanced driving aids are now standard.Lumbar adjustment on driver's seat, rear USB ports and 8-inch display are now standard.GT gets new sound system, and new GT Premium package dresses up the interior.
PROS Delivers plug-in SUV utility without a luxury SUV price Offers a generous list of standard features Can travel up to 22 miles solely on electric battery charge Sophisticated all-wheel drive offers stability on slippery surfaces
CONS Poor cabin quality with lots of creaks and rattles Weak acceleration and vague steering make for a bad driving experience Unlike the regular Outlander, it doesn't offer a third row Small gas tank limits overall range
The 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander has enough value, features, and style to make it worth considering, but not to stand out.
Pros Standard features list Expanded active safety tech All-wheel drive available across the range Exterior styling
Cons Cheap cabin materials Anemic base engine V-6 isn’t much of an upgrade Cramped third-row seat
The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is a roomy SUV that’s very economical for short journeys if you can plug it in to charge the battery – it’s just a shame it looks a bit drab and doesn’t drive that well
Pros Cheap to run on short journeys Quiet around town Roomy back seats
Cons Terrible infotainment system Unsettled on bumpy roads Drab interior
The 2021 Cadillac XT5 comes with all wheel drive, and front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic.Wireless compatibility for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Pros Above-average cargo capacity Generous legroom and headroom Relatively affordable compared to other midsize SUVs
Cons Small windows and mirrors make it hard to see out of the back Not a lot of cabin storage for small items Lets in too much exterior noise
The XT5 receives a number of new standard features for 2021, including wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto functionality, Amazon Alexa integration, and an upgraded digital display in the gauge cluster. Elsewhere, the XT5's exterior cameras get upgraded to provide better picture quality, a more robust wireless charging pad and USB-C charging outlets have been added, and a feature that uses Near Field Communication to pair smartphones in just one step joins the list.
Pros Placid cabin during cruising, handsome exterior styling, plenty of cargo space.
Cons Sleepy base four-cylinder engine, ride gets rough on pockmarked roads, unpolished interior design.
The 2021 Cadillac XT5's #9 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Cadillac XT5 has a score of 7.7 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 35 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Excellent predicted reliability rating Good gas mileage Plenty of legroom
Cons Cabin materials a step below many rivals' Less athletic than competitors So-so ride quality
