After seven years on sale, the second-generation Cadillac SRX is being replaced by the all-new 2017 Cadillac XT5. Along with a new name, the midsize crossovers refined Art and Science design language rides atop a new, lighter chassis and revised powertrain. After track testing the 2017 Cadillac XT5, we spent a few days behind the wheel of the new crossovers top-spec trim to see how it compares to the outgoing model. Not only is the all-new 2017 Cadillac XT5 a worthy replacement for Cadillacs best-selling model, but the new SUV shouldnt have any issue competing in showrooms against rivals from Europe and JapanMotor Trend Edmunds saidThe new 2017 Cadillac XT5 combines a large interior with a pleasing ride, plentiful outward visibility and a striking design. If you're shopping in the competitive compact luxury SUV segment, the XT5 is worth a look. The base XT5 comes standard with 18-inch wheels, a power rear liftgate with memory height, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, an eight-way power driver seat, keyless ignition and entry, and remote engine start. Technology features include an 8-inch central touchscreen with the CUE infotainment interface, voice commands, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, GMs wireless device charging and a Bose eight-speaker sound system with satellite radio, four USB ports and an auxiliary input jack. Upgrading to the Luxury trim, like this XT5, gets you leather upholstery, an eight-way power front passenger seat, front seat power lumbar, heated front seats, driver memory settings, a heated steering wheel, interior accent lighting, an auto-dimming rearview mirror and a panoramic sunroof. Added safety features for the Luxury include front parking sensors, rear cross-traffic alert and blind-spot monitoring
