Cadillac XT5 vs MINI Countryman

2025 MINI Countryman
2025 MINI Countryman
$38,900MSRP
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2023 Cadillac XT5
2023 Cadillac XT5
$44,195MSRP
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2025 MINI Countryman
$38,900MSRP
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2023 Cadillac XT5
$44,195MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

2011-Present

Years produced

2017-Present

MSRP

$38,900

MSRP

$44,195

Average price

$19,906

Average price

$27,005

Listings

4600

Listings

8374

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

6.8 out of 10

Expert reviews

6.3 out of 10
Pros
  • Multiple powertrain options
  • Stylish design
  • Fun to drive
Cons
  • Dissatisfying steering
  • Poor ride quality
  • Unintuitive technology
Pros
  • Spacious cabin
  • Excellent value for the money
  • Stylish design
Cons
  • Fairly pedestrian performance
  • Aging interior
  • Some trims have a harsh ride

Reviews Summary

Redesigned this year, the 2025 Countryman grows in size but remains a small crossover SUV. Expressively styled, infused with parent company BMW’s engineering and technology, and packed with cheeky Mini quirks, the Countryman is available in Cooper S All4, John Cooper Works All4, and electric SE All4 model series, each equipped with standard All4 all-wheel drive (AWD). It can comfortably hold rear-seat passengers, carries a competitive amount of cargo, and remains fun to drive.

Verdict: With prices starting at just over $40,000, the Mini Countryman sells in entry-level luxury territory. However, anyone expecting plush refinement will want to shop elsewhere because the Countryman is decidedly rough around the edges. We begrudgingly accept its quirks in exchange for its personality, but many people likely won’t.

Reviews Summary

The Cadillac XT5 offers plenty of the luxury experience for less money and fuss than some of its competitors. Even so, this SUV lacks the driving excitement and engagement that the Europeans offer, and it can’t match the style and tech of the Korean and Japanese brands. If it were our only choice, there’d be little to complain about, but when there are so many other great options in the same segment—including the Lincoln Nautilus, BMW X3, Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class, Genesis GV70, and Porsche Macan—the Cadillac loses some of its shine.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

2.0L 241 hp I4

Engine

2.0L 235 hp I4

Drive Train

AWD

Drive Train

FWD

Seating Capacity

5

Seating Capacity

5

Horsepower

Horsepower

235 hp @ 5000 rpm

MPG City

24

MPG City

22

MPG Highway

32

MPG Highway

29
2025 MINI Countryman
2025 MINI Countryman
$38,900MSRP
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2023 Cadillac XT5
2023 Cadillac XT5
$44,195MSRP
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2025 MINI Countryman
$38,900MSRP
Overview
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2023 Cadillac XT5
$44,195MSRP
Overview
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Overview

Years produced
2011-Present
2017-Present
MSRP
$38,900
$44,195
Average price
$19,906
$27,005
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews
4.5
4.6
Expert reviews

6.8 out of 10

Read full review

6.3 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Multiple powertrain options
  • Stylish design
  • Fun to drive
Cons
  • Dissatisfying steering
  • Poor ride quality
  • Unintuitive technology
Pros
  • Spacious cabin
  • Excellent value for the money
  • Stylish design
Cons
  • Fairly pedestrian performance
  • Aging interior
  • Some trims have a harsh ride
Summary

Redesigned this year, the 2025 Countryman grows in size but remains a small crossover SUV. Expressively styled, infused with parent company BMW’s engineering and technology, and packed with cheeky Mini quirks, the Countryman is available in Cooper S All4, John Cooper Works All4, and electric SE All4 model series, each equipped with standard All4 all-wheel drive (AWD). It can comfortably hold rear-seat passengers, carries a competitive amount of cargo, and remains fun to drive.

Verdict: With prices starting at just over $40,000, the Mini Countryman sells in entry-level luxury territory. However, anyone expecting plush refinement will want to shop elsewhere because the Countryman is decidedly rough around the edges. We begrudgingly accept its quirks in exchange for its personality, but many people likely won’t.

The Cadillac XT5 offers plenty of the luxury experience for less money and fuss than some of its competitors. Even so, this SUV lacks the driving excitement and engagement that the Europeans offer, and it can’t match the style and tech of the Korean and Japanese brands. If it were our only choice, there’d be little to complain about, but when there are so many other great options in the same segment—including the Lincoln Nautilus, BMW X3, Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class, Genesis GV70, and Porsche Macan—the Cadillac loses some of its shine.
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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
2.0L 241 hp I4
2.0L 235 hp I4
Drive Train
AWD
FWD
Seating Capacity
5
5
Horsepower
235 hp @ 5000 rpm
MPG City
24
22
MPG Highway
32
29
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