2025 Cadillac XT5 vs. 2024 Kia EV6 Review

Picture of the 2025 Cadillac XT5

2025 Cadillac
XT5

MSRP*: $44,295 to $57,195
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Picture of the 2024 Kia EV6

2024 Kia
EV6

MSRP*: $42,600 to $61,600
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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 50.2 ft3
Engine
  • 235-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 167-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 225-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 320-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 576-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 167 - 576 hp
Towing Capacity 1,000 lbs 2,300 lbs
Exterior Length 189.6 in 184.3 - 184.8 in
Exterior Width 74.9 in 74.0 - 74.4 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.0 in
Head Room Front 37.9 - 39.7 in
Rear 36.6 - 38.4 in
Front 36.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 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 back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Cadillac XT5 than the Kia EV6. The Kia EV6 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Cadillac XT5 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Kia EV6.

Dimensions
The Cadillac XT5 is a little wider than the Kia EV6, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze. 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 Kia EV6.

Handling
The Cadillac XT5 has the same turning radius as the Kia EV6, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Kia EV6 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 Kia EV6.

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 Kia EV6.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Cadillac XT5 and the Kia EV6. With the Cadillac XT5, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Kia EV6.