2025 Honda CR-V vs 2026 Cadillac XT5

$30,100 · Crossover

$44,300 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Honda CR-V bursts onto the scene prioritizing efficiency and sensibility, starting at a competitive $30,100 and delivering an impressive 30 combined MPG. It champions everyday utility with its 184.8-inch length and slightly better cargo capacity at 39.3 cu ft. Contrast this with the 2026 Cadillac XT5, which brings significant premium ambition, boasting 235 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque for a genuinely engaging drive, albeit commanding a $44,300 MSRP. The CR-V leverages regular unleaded fuel, while the XT5 mandates premium, contributing to its lower 24 combined MPG rating. This comparison pits Honda’s proven, economical balance against Cadillac’s pursuit of American luxury performance, underscored by the XT5’s 45-horsepower advantage and the CR-V’s $14,200 starting price benefit.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Honda CR-V

The 2025 Honda CR-V wins for commuters due to its superior 30 combined MPG fuel economy compared to the XT5's 24 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Honda CR-V

The CR-V offers more flexible hauling capacity with 39.3 cubic feet of cargo space versus the XT5's 30 cubic feet.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Cadillac XT5

The 2026 Cadillac XT5 is the clear choice for enthusiasts, providing 235 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Honda CR-V

The CR-V offers significantly better long-term value, undercuting the XT5’s MSRP by $14,200.

Choose the Honda CR-V if...

You prioritize stretching every gallon, leveraging the CR-V's 34 highway MPG rating.
Your budget mandates a starting price under $31,000, as the CR-V begins at $30,100.
You need maximum utility, utilizing the CR-V's larger 39.3 cubic feet of cargo space.

Choose the Cadillac XT5 if...

You crave more dynamic performance, enjoying the XT5's 235 horsepower output.
You prefer the smoother engagement of a 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission.
A premium experience is essential, justifying the higher MSRP for the Cadillac badge and superior torque figures.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda CR-V	Cadillac XT5
Length	184.8"	189.6"
Width	73.5"	74.9"
Height	66.2"	66.1"
Wheelbase	106.3"	112.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Honda	Cadillac
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	—
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Honda	Cadillac
Base Engine Displacement	1.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	190 hp @ 6000 rpm	235 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque	179 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm	258 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Honda	Cadillac
Transmission Type	continuously variable-speed automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Honda	Cadillac
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	28/34 MPG	22/29 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	30 MPG	24 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	392.0/476.0 mi.	418.0/551.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.0 gal.	19.0 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Honda	Cadillac
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Single Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Cruise Control	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Honda	Cadillac
Infotainment Display	7.0 in	8.0 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	160W	—
Speaker System	4	8
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Bose
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months

Power Feature

Feature	Honda	Cadillac
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Remote Keyless Entry	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Keyless Entry	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Honda	Cadillac
Front Head Room	40.0 in.	39.7 in.
Front Leg Room	41.3 in.	41.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.9 in.	58.3 in.
Front Hip Room	55.6 in.	56.1 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level

Rearseats

Feature	Honda	Cadillac
Rear Head Room	38.2 in.	38.4 in.
Rear Leg Room	41.0 in.	39.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	56.3 in.
Rear Hip Room	52.6 in.	54.8 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Cadillac
Wheel Material	Steel	—
Wheel Cover Type	✓	—
Wheel Diameter	17 in	18 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	235/65R	P235/65R
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy

Suspension

Feature	Honda	Cadillac
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Honda	Cadillac
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Honda CR-V and 2026 Cadillac XT5.

How much more powerful is the 2026 Cadillac XT5 compared to the 2025 Honda CR-V?

The Cadillac XT5 pulls ahead substantially in output, delivering 235 horsepower, which is 45 hp more than the Honda CR-V’s 190 hp rating. This power difference should translate to quicker acceleration on the highway for the XT5.

Is the increased cost of the Cadillac XT5 worth the trade-off in fuel economy?

The XT5 starts $14,200 higher and offers 6 MPG less combined efficiency (24 MPG vs. 30 MPG). If your primary concern is minimizing running costs, the CR-V's reliance on regular unleaded and better MPG offers substantial savings.

Which vehicle is physically larger and does that affect cargo room?

The 2026 Cadillac XT5 is slightly longer at 189.6 inches and wider at 74.9 inches. However, the 2025 Honda CR-V actually wins on interior hauling, offering 39.3 cu ft of cargo space compared to the XT5’s 30 cu ft.

What is the major difference in the fuel requirements for these two crossovers?

The 2025 Honda CR-V is designed to run efficiently on regular unleaded gasoline. In contrast, the 2026 Cadillac XT5 recommends premium unleaded fuel, adding to its operational expenses.

How do the transmissions differ between the two models?

The Honda CR-V uses a continuously variable-speed automatic transmission focused on maximizing efficiency. The Cadillac XT5 employs a more traditional 9-speed shiftable automatic, suggesting a performance-oriented approach to gear changes.