Cadillac XT5 Getting Next Generation Model For 2027

The next XT5 has already landed in China, with sharper looks and a massively improved cabin.

Cadillac has confirmed that the current-generation XT5 SUV will remain in production in North America through the 2026 model year, with no major changes expected during that time. Despite being on the market since 2017, the XT5 remains Cadillac’s best-selling model globally, and strong demand—particularly in the U.S. and Canada—has led the brand to extend its life before introducing a next-generation version.

Interestingly, China already received an updated 2024 XT5, which features significant styling and tech upgrades. However, that newer version won’t make it to the U.S. Instead, Cadillac is preparing a redesigned XT5 specifically for North America, expected to launch in 2027 as a 2028 model year vehicle. This new model may offer updated powertrains, including a possible hybrid option, and is part of Cadillac’s broader plan to gradually shift toward an electric lineup by the 2030s.

For now, the XT5 will continue to be built in Tennessee on GM’s existing C1 platform. While that means it won’t benefit from the latest GM tech (like Ultra Cruise or the Ultium EV architecture), the decision helps Cadillac maintain a solid foothold in the midsize luxury SUV segment without rushing into a redesign.

This approach also gives Cadillac more time to focus on launching new EVs like the Lyriq and Escalade IQ, while keeping one of its most reliable sellers in showrooms.

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