It's said that the BMW X5 set the bar that all other luxury SUVs follow, but with comfort, versatility, and connectivity, the Cadillac XT6 is poised to take the mantle from the master. Will it? Our team at Grayson BMW is here to find out!

We've created this BMW X5 vs. Cadillac XT6 comparison, so you can decide which SUV is ideally suited for your rides through Knoxville, Loudon, and Lenoir City, TN. Let's see who comes out on top!

BMW X5 vs Cadillac XT6: Which SUV Is More Exhilarating?

Both brands have long-standing history on the racetrack, but that motorsports DNA translates better in the BMW X5. It comes standard with a 3.0L TwinPower Turbo engine that cranks out 335 horsepower. The 237 horsepower of the 2.0L Turbo engine on board the XT6 just doesn't compare.

Even with all that power, the BMW X5 is also the more efficient choice, so you can keep the fun going. It boasts an EPA-estimated 21 city/26 highway MPG.1 The XT6 tops off at an EPA-estimated 19 city/26 highway MPG.

Do you want an exciting hybrid vehicle? You'll need to choose the BMW X5 xDrive45e. It pairs the 3.0L TwinPower Turbo engine with an integrated electric motor. Together, they provide you with a total driving range of about 400 miles.1 The XT6 doesn't offer a hybrid configuration.

Interior Comfort and Connectivity

If you're planning a night out, invite all your friends. There's room in either SUV, with seating for up to seven passengers. You'll be able to unwind behind the wheel of the BMW X5, thanks to the available massaging front seats. They'll loosen up those tight muscles with up to eight different programs. The XT6 doesn't offer a similar feature.

Connectivity is key, whether you're heading to a concert or just making your way into the office. That's why both vehicles come with a slew of innovative infotainment features, including:

  • Apple CarPlay™
  • Android Auto™
  • SiriusXM®
  • Wi-Fi Hotspot
  • Navigation

When your favorite song comes on, you'll want to be behind the wheel of the BMW X5. Its available Harman Kardon® surround sound system comes with 16 speakers that will envelop you in sound. The Bose® Performance Series audio system in the XT6 falls short, with only 14 speakers.

X5 vs XT6: Who Has the Safer SUV?

Both luxury SUVs come with a host of intelligent driver-assistance features that will give you more confidence behind the wheel. They share the following technologies:

  • Frontal Collision Warning
  • Blind Spot Detection
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Rear-view Camera

The Cadillac XT6 cam automatically tighten your seat belts when it detects a collision, but the BMW X5 goes a few steps further with the standard Active Protection System. When it detects an imminent collision, it can prepare the vehicle by automatically tightening the safety belts, closing the windows, and activating post-crash braking.

When you're navigating a congested parking lot, only the X5 has the smarts needed to park itself. Its available Parking Assistant Plus can search for an open space when driving at low speeds and steer the vehicle right in once you confirm.

BMW X5 vs Cadillac XT6: What's the Verdict?

If you need an SUV with more safety technology, a superior interior, and better efficiency, the BMW X5 is the ideal match for your rides through Knoxville, Loudon, and Lenoir City, Tennessee.

When you're ready to meet it in person, schedule a test drive here at Grayson BMW!

 

 

 

1Preliminary EPA-estimated figures are for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on speed, driving habits, trip length and driving conditions; actual mileage may be lower. Note for MPGe: All data are provisional and subject to official confirmation. The provisional power consumption figures have been calculated based on the ECE test cycle.

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