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Two Luxury SUVs: Check out the Cadillac XT5 Against the Lincoln MKX in Hodgkins

When you think luxury, your mind often brings up Cadillac and Lincoln. They’ve created a pretty solid recipe in Chicago for what makes an SUV truly luxurious. With understated but powerful engine packages, loaded interiors and spacious cargo areas for those everyday shopping trips, you won’t be disappointed to get behind the wheel of either vehicle. If you’re looking to take on the daily commute but want something you can show off on the weekends in Westmount, IL, an SUV like the Cadillac XT5 or the Lincoln MKX might just be the one for you.
Compare the two models below.
XT5 vs. MKx

    Cadillac XT5 versus Lincoln MKX

    • Both models come standard with a V6 engine option- a 3.6-liter on the Cadillac and 3.7-liter on the Lincoln model
    • The Cadillac XT5 puts out more horsepower while the Lincoln MKX puts out more pounds per feet of torque
    • Even though they have the same power, the XT5 has a better overall fuel economy than the MKX
    • Both offer all-wheel drive options on their SUVs
    • The Lincoln MKX pairs its engine with a six-speed SelectShift® Automatic transmission where the Cadillac XT5 is matched with an eight-speed automatic transmission at all trim levels
    • Luxury features like hands-free liftgate and LED daytime running lamps come standard on all models in the Cadillac lineup but are only available on higher trim levels for the Lincoln
    • While both models provide comfortable rides with plenty of room for up to five passengers, the Lincoln MKX offers just a bit more headroom and legroom than the Cadillac XT5
    • Both models offer over 60 cubic feet of cargo area when the back seats are down to really help with those big shopping trips
    • A premium sound system is standard on every Cadillac model- not so the case on the Lincoln, which doesn’t offer that until higher-end models in the MKX
    • While the Cadillac XT5 is a bit more expensive than the Lincoln MKX, the former offers just a bit more in its lineup