Cadillac XT5 Sales Decrease 23 Percent To 13,118 Units In Q2 2019
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Cadillac XT5 sales decreased in the United States, Canada, Mexico and South Korea during the second quarter of 2019.
Cadillac XT5 Sales - Q2 2019 - United States
In the United States, Cadillac XT5 deliveries totaled 13,118 units in Q2 2019, a decrease of about 23 percent compared to 17,045 units sold in Q2 2018.In the first six months of the year, XT5 sales decreased about 17 percent to 26,396 units.
| MODEL | Q2 2019 / Q2 2018 | Q2 2019 | Q2 2018 | YTD 2019 / YTD 2018 | YTD 2019 | YTD 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XT5 | -23.04% | 13,118 | 17,045 | -17.23% | 26,396 | 31,890 |
Cadillac XT5 Sales - Q2 2019 - Canada
In Canada, Cadillac XT5 deliveries totaled 1,032 units in Q2 2019, a decrease of about 36 percent compared to 1,620 units sold in Q2 2018.In the first six months of the year, XT5 sales decreased about 24 percent to 2,157 units.
| MODEL | Q2 2019 / Q2 2018 | Q2 2019 | Q2 2018 | YTD 2019 / YTD 2018 | YTD 2019 | YTD 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XT5 | -36.30% | 1,032 | 1,620 | -23.54% | 2,157 | 2,821 |
Cadillac XT5 Sales - Q2 2019 - Mexico
In Mexico, Cadillac XT5 deliveries totaled 45 units in Q2 2019, a decrease of about 63 percent compared to 120 units sold in Q2 2018.In the first six months of the year, XT5 sales decreased about 35 percent to 113 units.
| MODEL | Q2 2019 / Q2 2018 | Q2 2019 | Q2 2018 | YTD 2019 / YTD 2018 | YTD 2019 | YTD 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XT5 | -62.50% | 45 | 120 | -35.06% | 113 | 174 |
Cadillac XT5 Sales - Q2 2019 - South Korea
In South Korea, Cadillac XT5 deliveries totaled 146 units in Q2 2019, a decrease of about 14 percent compared to 169 units sold in Q2 2018.In the first six months of the year, XT5 sales decreased about 8 percent to 244 units.
| MODEL | Q2 2019 / Q2 2018 | Q2 2019 | Q2 2018 | YTD 2019 / YTD 2018 | YTD 2019 | YTD 2018 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XT5 | -13.61% | 146 | 169 | -8.27% | 244 | 266 |
Competitive Sales Comparison
Second-quarter Cadillac XT5 sales volume puts the crossover in fifth place in its competitive set in terms of sales volume, behind the Lexus RX in first place, Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class in second, BMW X3/X4 (which saw a combined 19,740 deliveries) and Audi Q5. However, we should note that Lexus RX sales now include the D-segment RX and the “D-plus” segment RX-L, which is a space that is now served by the new Cadillac XT6.
The XT5 outsold the Acura MDX, Lincoln Nautilus (previously called MKX; see Lincoln MKX sales), the Volvo XC60, the Infiniti QX50, and the Alfa Romeo Stelvio.
Sales Numbers - D-Segment Luxury Crossovers - Q2 2019 - United States
| MODEL | Q2 19 / Q2 18 | Q2 19 | Q2 18 | Q2 19 SHARE | Q2 18 SHARE | YTD 19 / YTD 18 | YTD 19 | YTD 18 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEXUS RX | -6.57% | 24,532 | 26,256 | 19% | 22% | -3.98% | 48,061 | 50,051 |
| MERCEDES-BENZ GLC-CLASS | -1.83% | 18,540 | 18,885 | 14% | 16% | -3.53% | 33,906 | 35,145 |
| BMW X3 | +25.71% | 17,559 | 13,968 | 14% | 12% | +29.81% | 32,127 | 24,750 |
| BMW X4 | +491.06% | 2,181 | 369 | 2% | 0% | +102.52% | 3,617 | 1,786 |
| AUDI Q5 | +12.78% | 16,818 | 14,912 | 13% | 12% | +10.69% | 32,046 | 28,951 |
| CADILLAC XT5 | -23.04% | 13,118 | 17,045 | 10% | 14% | -17.23% | 26,396 | 31,890 |
| ACURA MDX | +2.38% | 11,851 | 11,576 | 9% | 10% | +3.35% | 22,634 | 21,900 |
| LINCOLN NAUTILUS | * | 8,187 | * | 6% | 0% | * | 16,022 | 0 |
| VOLVO XC60 | -9.44% | 7,930 | 8,757 | 6% | 7% | -1.51% | 14,566 | 14,790 |
| INFINITI QX50 | +3.19% | 5,141 | 4,982 | 4% | 4% | -3.77% | 8,724 | 9,066 |
| ALFA ROMEO STELVIO | -23.30% | 2,390 | 3,116 | 2% | 3% | -20.26% | 4,600 | 5,769 |
| TOTAL | +6.99% | 128,247 | 119,866 | +8.30% | 242,699 | 224,098 |
The luxury D-crossover segment expanded 7 percent to 128,247 units in Q2 2019.
The GM Authority Take
Cadillac XT5 sales in Q2 2019 underline just how much the crossover needed an update. Luckily, an XT5 refresh is coming for the 2020 model year and has already been announced. The current XT5 is a highly-competitive model, but has fallen behind the competition in terms of exterior styling and trim level packaging/configuration.
Specifically, rival offerings feature more delineated trim elements, including the ability to have “luxury” or “sport” styling – whereas the current XT5 only offers one set of styling that skews toward a luxury appearance over a sporty one. The 2020 refresh addresses these matters by implementing Cadillac’s Y trim level strategy, which results in Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Sport trims.
In addition, we also posit that the new Cadillac XT4 has cannibalized some sales from the XT5. In the second quarter, Cadillac XT4 sales totaled more than 7,000 units – which makes up for the roughly 4,000 fewer XT5 units sold during the time frame.
About The Numbers
- All percent change figures compared to Cadillac XT5 Q2 2018 sales
- In the United States, there were 77 selling days in Q2 2019 and 77 selling days in Q2 2018
- South Korea sales figures reflect actual vehicle registrations rather than wholesales
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The Cadillac XT5 is a premium luxury crossover that replaced the Cadillac SRX in the Cadillac range. The XT5 slots between the compact Cadillac XT4 and upcoming three-row Cadillac XT6 in the Cadillac lineup. Currently in its first generation, the XT5 was introduced for the 2017 model year. The vehicle is based on the regular-length wheelbase variant of the GM C1 platform shared with the second-generation GMC Acadia and upcoming, future Chevrolet Blazer. A longer-wheelbase variant of the same platform underpins the second-gen Chevrolet Traverse and Buick Enclave. For the 2018 model year, the XT5 received several new exterior colors, a new "base" trim level that offers all-wheel-drive, the Rear Seat Reminder technology, and various new accessories. For the 2019 model year, the XT5 deletes four existing exterior colors to make room for four new ones, while making a couple package-level changes: the Driver Awareness Package becomes standard on the Luxury model while the Driver Assist Package becomes standard on the Platinum model. Two sets of 20-inch wheels become available. In addition, the 2019 XT5 receives a new, second-generation wireless smartphone charging system that is higher power is now compatible with Apple iPhones. Finally, Provence leather replaces micro-suede on the mid-panel of the instrument panel. The 2020 model year will deliver a mid cycle update that includes revised trim level structure (adopting the Cadillac Y trim level strategy), slight revisions to the exterior design, a few small updates to the interior, and the introduction of a 9-speed automatic transmission in place of the 8-speed unit on the 2017-2019 models. The XT5 is produced across the following GM plants globally:
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Well thank God GM did the logical thing and gave the XT5 a refresh. How about that new Grille you guys LOL
The XT5 refresh might not seem major, but it does address the biggest shortcomings and weaknesses of the vehicle, including:
– more available or standard active safety features
– a more modified and more relevant trim level structure and associated styling benefits
– revised infotainment controls
Those address about 90% of the shortcomings of the pre-facelift model.
Alex, those changes could have been made at any given time as Trim Changes. Not even stating that it wasn’t needed as Cadillac Packages and Trims were borderline ridiculous. But what they did as a refresh is not good enough. We need to stop making excuses for Cadillac simply because we are GM fans. As a True GM fan, we should all expect much, much more.
Someone please hurry and send Cadillac the Refreshed Audi Q7 so they can see how a Real Luxury Auto Maker does it.
Any automaker could do anything at any time… but can they do that while also maximizing return? That’s the real question and the true challenge.
Some facts for a reality check: the Y trim level strategy was only finalized roughly 15 months ago. Then they have to make updates to a product – in this case the XT5. So it took them a total of 15 months from conception to RTP (production) to come up with the refresh. In other words, they actually could not have done the trim level changes “at any time”.
Now, the refresh is allegedly “not good enough”. Not good enough for who? For you? Ok, let’s run with that. Are you the target customer for the XT5? Do you plan to buy one, do you currently own one, or are you shopping in the general segment in which the XT5 competes?
By your comments, it seems that the answer is a solid “no” to all those questions. If you were the target, you would quickly realize what I mentioned above – that the refresh addresses the biggest problems areas of the current model, which has been selling very well (with the exception of this year, where its age is showing and it’s facing increased competition from all-new models).
And are you sure you want to use the Audi Q7 as an example? Last I checked, its third row is the worst of its entire segment. The refresh didn’t address that. So much for a “real luxury automaker.”
Sometimes your comments just feel so… BIAS! Stop the BS and hold GM accountable! You should see their Twitter feed…”Sorry to hear you are having problems with (insert ALMOST anything).”
Not biased… just realistic.
And what is it that I should hold GM accountable for, exactly? You mention quality issues… but do notice that nobody here is talking about quality.
As for the Twitter feed, it seems like you’re trying to spin good and attentive customer service into a negative. So, according to you, GM should just stop replying to its customers on the mediums that the customers use to reach out to the automaker about product issues… is that right? Yeah, glad you’re not running that department!
Again, Alex to the rescue! I know of a 4Runner with over 300k miles with ZERO ISSUES! No leaks (including the sunroof), all electronics work, and to think Toyota has a running thread/site for 4Runners with the highest milage and yet Cadillac has a class action suit for faulty headlight sealing that can dim or even eliminate headlights on 2014 SRX models? A KNOWN ISSUE they “failed” to inform the customer about. Lest we forget about the ignition fiasco. So yes, their customer service is stellar.
My solution would be to stop shortchanging PRODUCT for PROFIT and just BUILD A BETTER CAR from the start! When I read about the XT5 and the XT6, and the Telluride and Palliside keep coming up in EVERY REVIEW, Cadillac has a problem! Riding on a “brand heritage” they’ve squandered for profits. You have a good site, but don’t pretend it’s the ONLY source of information. And while you’re talking Twitter feeds, go see if the other manufacturers need to be so apologetic. Sure, they have some, but Cadillac spends MORE time apologizing than promoting PRODUCT! And all these complaints for everyone to see…
“Again, Alex to the rescue!”
If you want to have a productive and educated conversation about the topics at hand, then you would be well advised to avoid dumb attempts at sarcasm or any feeble attempt to paint me in whatever negative light you think statement like the above try to paint me.
“ZERO ISSUES!” … etc…
How did a conversation about XT5 sales suddenly become about long-term reliability? Some items to consider:
– The XT5 has some of the highest quality marks ever in this space
– Plenty of GM products make it to the high-mileage club… Toyota vehicles are not unique in this regard.
– Faulty headlights on the SRX eh? Sure. How about faulty trunk release buttons that melt on most Lexus products built between 1993 and 2001? Or should we also bring up Toyota’s unintended acceleration cases that have actually killed people? No automaker is perfect – a statement that applies to GM as much as it does to Toyota. What you’re actually observing is the way we got here: GM made crap for a period of several decades and is paying for it now (hence, why long term reliability has the word “long” in it) while Toyota made things better during that time. Whether that’s the case today is something we’ll see a decade or two from now… but you would be hard-pressed to prove that GM is better or worse than any other automaker. In fact, every indicator of long-term reliability (such as IQS) shows GM doing really well, in line with Toyota or slightly below, depending on the quarter. So let’s call a spade a spade, rather than exaggerating. But again, how did we come to this topic and how is it relevant to sales of the XT5 during the second quarter?
“My solution would be to stop shortchanging PRODUCT for PROFIT and just BUILD A BETTER CAR from the start!”
That’s your perception, but you’re gonna have a tough time proving that it’s reality. Do show me actual proof that GM’s thinking differs on this matter.
By proof, I mean strategic direction documents, slides from presentations or quotes from executives that show that GM is trying to do the opposite of what you are recommending. I’ll wait!
“When I read about the XT5 and the XT6, and the Telluride and Palliside keep coming up in EVERY REVIEW, Cadillac has a problem!”
Oh yes, the ever-lasting XT6 and Palisade/Telluride comparison. It’s funny how the XT6 is singled out by these “reviewers” even though the same exact comments can also be applied to pretty much every other segment contender – including the Volvo XC90, Infiniti QX60, Lexus RX and Acura MDX. Interestingly, the XT6 does the three-row luxury crossover thing as good as or better than all of those models… but only the XT6 is being singled out. Ironic, hilarious, and sad.
The problem is that the people writing the reviews you mention typically do not buy luxury automobiles, and therefore don’t understand the thinking that goes into buying a product like the XT6.
In fact, in almost every luxury car category, one can bring up a mainstream product that delivers better value – whether we’re talking about the XT6, the BMW 3 Series, or the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. For each of these, and every other luxury automotive product, I can name you at least two other vehicles that deliver better value. But to think this way is to completely misunderstand the market, the demographics, and the thinking that goes into these purchases. And having better value alternatives does not prevent those luxury products from being commercially successful.
All I will tell you is this – and you can quote me on it 2-3 quarters from now, once the XT6 has fully completely launch and production is fully ramped (barring any strikes or other production setbacks): the XT6 will do very well in the U.S. and in China, and GM/Cadillac will laugh all the way to the bank with the profits and customer satisfaction ratings, allowing them to further improve the product for the next generation.
“And while you’re talking Twitter feeds, go see if the other manufacturers need to be so apologetic. Sure, they have some, but Cadillac spends MORE time apologizing than promoting PRODUCT! And all these complaints for everyone to see…”
No other automaker has a social media team that’s as big and alert as that of GM… so most customer service-related tweets at any other OEMs go unnoticed and simply don’t get replies. Again, don’t confuse attentive customer service with whatever it is you’re trying to prove here.
“You have a good site, but don’t pretend it’s the ONLY source of information.”
Nobody ever “pretended” that this was the case, so what is the basis of your ridiculous statement?
What’s more, your back-handed compliment shows that you obviously have an agenda… an axe to grind – whether it’s against me, GM Authority or GM – I have no idea. But by all means, keep drinking the hater-aide.
Nobody here is talking about quality?
And as far as that, GM should just stop replying to its customers.
My answer is yes, yes they should stop replying to there customers.
GM should start doing something for their customers, because replying so it looks good to the reader has nothing to do with actual action on the trouble.
Again if the realists like myself quit commenting, the “GM is always doing the right thing ” people will over run this site.
Like I have said, some things are sounding better.
Customer service.
It is now becoming the low hanging fruit !
You seriously don’t see people here concerned about GM quality.
Just take the 8 speed trouble as one example, you don’t think that is a quality issue.
Even if they are finding a fix for a large % there are still a lot of them on the road not fixed.
Quality issue.
Are you saying, on this one topic, the XT5 we are not talking about quality ?
And if so, you seriously don’t think people link all GM troubles and GM customer service troubles, across all GM brands.
If you drive a GMC and have a horrible customer service experience over quality, you don’t think that same customer looks twice before buying a Cadillac for instance.
No, lifelong – you got it all twisted
In saying nobody here is talking about quality, I am asking how the conversation is relevant to the topic and thread at hand – the sale results of the Cadillac XT5 during the second quarter of 2019.
Some of the folks here went from discussing XT5 to all of a sudden discussing all-encompassing GM quality issues… where did that come from, and how is it relevant to the topic at hand?
Alex,
I think it is a direct correlation to all Cadillac sales and GM sales in general.
When did the last majority of leases run up on a XT5 related product ?
How many of those people had to put timing chains in their XT5 3.6 ?
How many had transmission shifting issues ?
How many called into the terrible GM customer service line ?
And how many were just waiting Cadillac out for a better XT5 than a new grill ?
Like I said before, in my mind it is all linked, and GM should have this data.
Like in your conversation with Will.
Sure Toyota has had issues with quality at times, I thought we established that, all, auto manufactures do.
Its is the handling of those issues. That is why you don’t hear the Lexus trunk button melting talked about.
And the 2 cent key spring deal of GM also killed people ! Had all our Cadillac keys glued centers.
I for one think dropping GM sales relative to other manufactures is, quality, reliability, and customer service related !
I wonder why GM started the new JD power ( buy a survey result ) ad now ?
Do you think it is related to sales ?
If GM doesn’t think it is related to sales, why the ad ?
Any way, hope you have a good day, and good luck GM !!
Yet another blunder by General Motors CEO Mary Barra as it’s just another example of poor leadership as Cadillac’s XT5 sales has slipped because there is little to differentiate the XT5 CUV from other crossovers even some made by General Motors like the 2019 Chevrolet Blazer that is front-wheel drive with an option for all wheel drive as Cadillac can and should integrate features like making the LGW twin-turbo 3.0L DOHC-4v V6 which makes 375 hp an option as this would give the XT5 a performance advance over other similar vehicles in this class.
NONE of Cadillac’s CUVs are engineered to support the LGW TTV6, let alone the Blackwing TTV8.
Again, THIS is why the FWD vs. RWD platform debate is important. Especially in GM’s case, where the focus on FWD performance is virtually non-existent.
With development dollars going to electrification and automation, I can almost guarantee GM will never mount the 3.0TT and 4.2TT sideways.
After all, 90 percent of luxury CUV buyers don’t know or care, right? Right?
I will just take a guess that the consumer did their homework and found the competition has more standard safety features than the XT5 but it is a great looking model . Mary and her cronies must get their pink slips
Cadillac needs to do more to differntiate itself from GMC and Chevy . The XT5 is nice but just throwing a Cadillac shield on a car and charging extra for it will not work for a savy consumer . Hopefully the changes to the interior will help . Plus a Sport version needs more than just cosmetic changes .
Amen
android19 – the XT5 is so much more than a badge-engineered model of a “GM car”. Had you actually driven one or heck, sat inside of one, you’d quickly understand that.
Not a single interior component is shared with any other GM vehicle except for the primary op controls (window switches, lock/unlock switches, memory seat switches, wiper/turn signal stalks – and even those are customized specifically for Cadillac).
The Sport gets a twin-clutch AWD system alongside cosmetic changes. Meanwhile, BMW and Mercedes-Benz (and Lexus) offer Sport versions of their crossovers with ONLY cosmetic changes… and yet nobody is harking on that strategy. Why is Cadillac any different?
Not a single component? Does the XT6 count? Real question. But even if the dimensions/actual parts are different because of the size difference, an issue still remains. An ALL NEW model has a FIVE YEAR OLD design, atleast in look and feel. And so what if the XT5 was their best selling model? Luxury marquees don’t REST ON THEIR LAURELS! They improve, they innovate. Again, if not badge engineering, it’s lazy engineering. And again, so many tout the designs in Kia and Hyundai as possibly better? Sad day indeed for a brand we LOVE so much!
“Not a single component? Does the XT6 count? Real question”
No, the XT6 does not apply because it’s another Cadillac. My statement was focused on the interior components (the important stuff that people see, feel and touch) that don’t get carried over or use on non-Cadillac GM vehicles.
Moreover, sharing of interior components across Cadillac models is a welcome practice in my book when said interior components are good (high quality, good to touch/appearance, etc.).
Agreed
Notice how sales outside the US took the greatest nosedive. Your aggressive attacks on all your former allies are starting to bite. And this is just the beginning.
Alex,
have you driven a Telluride ?
I think Im going to take a drive to compare.
Didn’t think much of it, but its rally week in South Dakota, so lots of traffic, and lots of Tellurides for some reason.
Just asking.