Cadillac vs BMW: How do they compare ?

Cadillac vehicles have been cruising the streets for over 120 years. As for BMW, the manufacturer has existed for 107 years. No matter if it is a Cadillac or BMW, both deserve our time and attention, in order to better understand what they are worth.

Your Cadillac Laval dealership, close to Blainville, Montreal and the West Island, invites you to this friendly duel to help you discover the most popular up and coming models.

How do 2023 BMW vs Cadillac SUVs compare?

BMW X2 vs Cadillac XT4

Firstly, the subcompact luxury American SUV is equipped with a 2.0 L 4- cylinder turbocharged engine with 237 horsepower and 258 lb-ft. maximum torque. It can reach the 0-100 km/hr in 7.3 seconds. As for the X2 xDrive 28i, it is equipped with a 2.0 L 4- cylinder turbocharged powertrain with 228 horsepower and 258 lb-ft. maximum torque. The 0-100/hr is similar to that of the 2023 XT4 SUV. However, the latter is more powerful by almost 10 horsepower.

Here’s another bit of information you might find important: the Cadillac SUV is offered at a base price of $ 41,097, while the 2023 BMW X2 shows an MSRP of $ 44,950. The difference in price is $ 3,853, meaning that the American SUV is certainly a better deal for those looking to save money on the overall vehicle price.

Both models come in three trim levels, although the XT4 can also be offered with front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive.

^{BMW X2 2023}

^{Cadillac XT4 2023}

BMW X3/X4 vs Cadillac XT5

The 2023 Cadillac XT5 is first and foremost a luxury compact SUV like its rival, the BMW X3. When it comes to powertrains, the XT5 is equipped with a 2.0 L 4- cylinder turbocharged engine with 235 horsepower and 258 lb-ft. maximum torque. You will also have access to a more powerful 3.6 L V6 with 310 horsepower and 271 lb-ft.

As for the BMW xDrive 30i, it relies on a 2.0 L 4- cylinder powertrain with 248 horsepower and 258 lb-ft. maximum torque. If the M40i and M Competition are more generous when it comes to power, they are also significantly more expensive.

In this comparison, the XT5 does appear to be more generous in terms of horsepower, with the V6 engine.

The 2023 Cadillac XT5 model with front-wheel drive is offered at a MSRP of $ 49,097, while the model with the all-wheel drive drivetrain has a base price of $ 51,597. When it comes to the 2023 BMW X3, it is offered at a base price of $ 58,352. This means there is a difference of $ 6,755 showing that the American vehicle is significantly less expensive.

While the XT5 is offered with a front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive drivetrain, for each of the three different trims, the X3 offers three different powertrains, each one more expensive than the next, but the number of trims remains the same.

^{2023 BMW X3 M}

^{2023 Cadillac XT5}

BMW X5/X6 Cadillac XT6

Both of these luxury SUV models share similarities, but the Cadillac SUV has a bolder and more stunning design than its BMW rival.

One of the main differences is easily noticeable when it comes to vehicle size. In fact, the Cadillac XT6 is much longer; length is 5,042 mm while the BMW X6 is 4,953 mm long.

When it comes to cargo space, the Cadillac offers up to 2,229 L when seats are down, while the BMW X6 only reaches a total of 1,560 L.

Finally, the base price for the 2023 XT6 is $ 62,597, while the BMW X6 has a MSRP that begins at $ 86,800, a difference of over $ 24,000, in favor of the Cadillac!

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^{Cadillac XT6 2023}

BMW iX vs Cadillac Lyriq

The Cadillac Lyriq is a luxury electric midsize SUV that comes in RWD and AWD versions. The AWD version provides you with 500 horsepower and a generous 465 lb-ft. maximum torque. As for its rival, the xDrive40, it offers 332 horsepower and 465 lb-ft. maximum torque.

While the Lyriq offers an electric range of 494 km (AWD version) and 505 km (RWD version), the BMW’s battery is quite disappointing, offering a range of only 322 km. Should you want to opt for an improved version, you will have to spend much more money.

The BMW electric SUV comes in three trims, while the Cadillac Lyriq either comes in a RWD version or an AWD version, and each of these offers three different trims.

Finally, the base price for the Lyriq is $ 69,798 (RWD), while the 2023 BMW iX has a base price of $ 79,990, a difference of over $ 12,000!

^{2023 BMW iX M60}

^{2023 Cadillac Lyriq}

BMW X7 vs Cadillac Escalade

The Cadillac Escalade is, without a doubt, a truly outstanding model. Firstly, the powertrain it is equipped with is significantly superior to the one on the BMW X7. For example: the Escalade-V offers 682 horsepower and a generous 653 lb-ft. maximum torque. The superior version of the BMW SUV only provides you with 630 horsepower and a 590 lb-ft. torque.

Finally, while the X7 is only offered in three trims, the Cadillac Escalade offers six trims in all, each one more enticing than the next.

^{2023 BMW X7}

^{2023 Cadillac Escalade}

How do 2023 BMW vs Cadillac sedans compare?

BMW 2 Series vs Cadillac CT4

The 2023 Cadillac CT4 sedan, which sells at a base price of $ 42,697 can be equipped with two different powertrains: a 2.0 L 4- cylinder turbocharged engine with 235 horsepower and 258 lb-ft. maximum torque, or a 2.7 L 4- cylinder turbo with 310 horsepower and 350 lb-ft. maximum torque.

As for the BMW M235i xDrive, sold at a base price of $ 52,700, it only offers one choice of powertrain: a 2.0 L 4- cylinder turbocharged engine with 301 horsepower and 332 lb-ft. maximum torque.

Finally, the CT4 models offer loads of different trims (3 trims with front-wheel drive and 3 trims with all-wheel drive), which is not the case for the 2023 M235i XDrive. As mentioned above, prices are significantly more advantageous in the case of the CT4.

^{2023 BMW Série 2}

^{2023 Cadillac CT4 Luxury}

BMW 3 Series vs Cadillac CT5

The Cadillac CT5 model is, without a doubt, a truly stunning luxury sedan that won’t go unnoticed on the road. With two different powertrains –a 2.0 L 4- cylinder with 237 horsepower and 258 lb-ft. maximum torque or a 3.0 L turbo V6 with 335 horsepower and a generous 400 lb-ft. maximum torque- it will be easy for you to choose the amount of power you want.

The BMW 3 Series can be equipped with a 2.0 L 4- cylinder turbo with 255 horsepower and 295 lb-ft. maximum torque.

Finally, the CT5 is offered with either rear-wheel drive (RWD), or all-wheel drive (AWD). You will also have access to three different trims, according to the drivetrain you have selected. The BMW 3 and 4 Series do not offer as many trims for the 2023 model year.

^{2023 BMW Série 3}

^{2023 Cadillac CT5}

BMW M240i xDrive vs Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing

This version of the CT4 sedan is equipped with a high-performance engine. Under the hood, you will find a 3.6 L turbocharged V6 engine with 472 horsepower and a very generous maximum torque of 445 lb-ft.

The BMW M240i xDrive can rely on a 3.0 L 6- cylinder engine with 382 horsepower and 369 lb-ft. maximum torque.

As for the CT4-V Blackwing sedan’s powertrain, it is significantly more advantageous than for its BMW rival.

Finally, while the 2023 Blackwing accomplishes the 0-100 km/hr in 3.8 seconds, the M240i xDrive needs 4.2 seconds to do the same.

The Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing is, without a doubt, more powerful and performant than its rival.

^{2023 BMW M240i}

^{2023 Cadillac CT4 V Blackwing}

BMW M3 vs Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing

If you think that the BMW M3 or even the M4 is more powerful than the Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing, let’s take a closer look at the numbers so that you can see that it is not the case.

With its 6.2 L turbocharged V8, the Blackwing offers 668 horsepower and a very generous maximum torque of 659 lb-ft. Its rival only provides you with 503 horsepower and 479 lb-ft. maximum torque.

With a top speed of 322 km/hr, the CT5-V Blackwing accomplishes the 0-100 km/hr in 3.7 seconds, compared to 4.2 seconds for the BMW.

As you can see, there is no doubt that the American sedan is significantly superior. This compact luxury car stands out both when it comes to performance and power.

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^{2023 Cadillac CT5 V Blackwing}

Takeaway

Cadillac vs BMW, how do they compare? This was the initial question. In this article, we have focused on the data that can be compared so as to make it easier for you to understand what each vehicle has to offer.

Que ce soit le prix, les versions ou les motorisations, on remarque que chez Cadillac on cherche à en donner davantage que chez BMW. L’adepte de VUS de luxe en aura plus pour son argent chez Cadillac Canada.

Come and take a look at all of our luxury models for sale at Cadillac Laval, your dealership close to Blainville, Montreal and the West Island. A team of passionate experts is waiting for you!

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