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the highly anticipated new cadillac xt5 will be officially unveiled tomorrow (august 30) at the 2024 chengdu auto show. this is the first time cadillac has upgraded the xt5 in 8 years.

netizens couldn't help but ask: zeekr can change three generations a year, why does cadillac only change generations every eight years?

in fact, this is the characteristic of old luxury brands.between talking big and taking real action, cadillac always chooses to work hard.therefore, there is the story of kaidi's eight years of slow work and fine results.

however, in order to answer the doubts of the outside world, it is indeed necessary to sort out what big tricks the new cadillac xt5, which has been eight years in the making, has in mind, and in what aspects has it been improved?

01

wider, bigger, more luxurious

due to the upgrade to the xt6 wide architecture, the new xt5 has obvious changes in shape compared to the previous model, and the body is obviously larger.

according to the information, the new xt5 has a 75mm increase in length, 54mm increase in width, 12mm increase in height, 6mm increase in wheelbase, and 42mm increase in track width. therefore, from a visual perspective, the car has a more powerful feel.

but at the same time,the expansion of the body does not affect the luxury and elegance of cadillac's body posture.

the new xt5 adopts a family-style design, with a "diamond-cut" front face that is both domineering and fashionable. with the addition of split headlights on both sides, the aesthetics are more modern.

the interior also adopts a new family-style design style. the 33-inch integrated curved screen significantly enhances the sense of technology in the car. the steering wheel is more sporty and youthful than the old model, and the gear shifting method is adjusted to hand-held gear shifting, which is more convenient to operate. the central armrest area is designed with a double-layer storage compartment, which provides more storage space.

a century of luxury cannot be achieved by changing orders every day. cadillac, with a history of 122 years, is well aware of this, so it sticks to its luxury genes, especially its unique american luxury design features.

it is worth noting that the new xt5 has also made many improvements in details, such as upgrading the 20-inch red brembo calipers of the same model as the escalade, and equipping them with 265/45 r21 wide-body tires, which are full of sporty atmosphere. for example, the grille, rearview mirrors and roof racks are all blackened, making it more dynamic and more american luxury car-like.

02

safety, you can always trust cadillac

if the exterior and interior are appetizers, the huge improvement in safety of the new cadillac xt5 is the main course. however, before we go into detail, we can first review the performance of the previous generation xt5 in various crash tests. in particular, looking at the results of the world's most stringent u.s. crash test, you will have a deeper understanding of the saying: "safety is the greatest luxury."

public data shows that in the crash test of the insurance institute for highway safety (iihs),the overseas version of cadillac xt5 received the "excellent+" ratingthe car received a top safety pick + rating, the highest rating in u.s. vehicle crash tests.

especially in the frontal collision and side collision tests, the xt5 received the following comments: the body structure can effectively absorb collision energy, maintain the integrity of the passenger compartment, and provide sufficient survival space for the occupants, and obtained the top safety rating of "top safety pick +".

these successful collision cases not only verify the solid foundation of xt5 in safety design, but also lay a solid foundation for improving the safety performance of the new xt5.

03

chassis upgrade: the outpost of safety

the chassis is not only about driving feel and comfort, it is actually the outpost of vehicle safety. in this regard, cadillac has been the industry leader for 122 years.

based on more than 120 years of chassis tuning and more than half a century of experience in professional competitions, cadillac has completely upgraded the chassis of the new xt5.

the specific measures are:cadillac has optimized the suspension geometry of the entire series, and the wheelbase has been widened by 42mm, effectively lowering the center of gravity and improving the handling limit and stability. in addition, in order to improve passability and adapt to more road conditions, the chassis of the new xt5 has been raised by 14mm, and with the support of the newly upgraded hummingbird chassis, it can adapt to more road conditions.

compared with eight years ago, today's car owners pay more attention to the vehicle's performance in multiple scenarios, including light off-road or outdoor scenarios. it can be seen that the chassis upgrade of the new xt5 takes these aspects into consideration.

the hummingbird chassis that was praised by car owners during the old xt5 model has now been upgraded to the hummingbird chassis max. it is not only equipped with hummingbird suspension and hummingbird four-wheel drive, but the premium version and above also come standard with the same red-painted brembo high-performance six-piston custom calipers as the escalade.

this is also a configuration that caters to the new needs of current car owners. in other words, car owners can do without it, but you can't do without it. it is quite wise to equip mid-to-high-end models with the hummingbird chassis.

the entry-level model has also upgraded the hummingbird chassis air, using a new optimized and adjusted rigid spring and fsd self-sensing damping variable suspension dual shock absorption mechanism. it can adapt to various road conditions and ensure driving comfort. compared with the previous generation of mcpherson + rear five-link chassis structure, it is more suitable for the contemporary car owners' high-frequency outdoor self-driving travel needs.

so, don’t say that cadillac is a “science and engineering man” who doesn’t understand “romance”. in fact, he understands car owners very well!

04

safe, luxurious and fully equipped, armed to the teeth

in terms of safety configuration, cadillac is luxurious and fully equipped.

useten horizontal and six vertical steel beams form a cage structurethe new xt5 is "armed to the teeth", with 86.9% of the bfi one-piece high-strength steel used, which is comparable to"land tank"in addition, the new car is equipped with 22 active safety systems as standard to ensure driving safety in all aspects.

so-calledten horizontal and six vertical cage structureto put it more simply, high-strength steel is used to form a solid cage frame through horizontal and vertical combination. in theory, such a structural design can effectively improve the car body's pressure resistance and impact resistance.

when a collision occurs, the steel beam can quickly absorb and disperse the impact energy, minimizing the impact of the collision on the passenger compartment. at the same time, the cage structure can also ensure that the body still maintains good structural integrity after the collision, facilitating rescue work.

after being launched on the market, the new car is expected to undergo various "violent tests", which will then verify the quality of this ten horizontal and six vertical body structure.

of course, before passive safety comes into play,the all-new xt5 relies more on 22 active safety plug-ins that come standard across the entire series. they basically cover several major scenarios where accidents may occur during daily driving and can protect safety at all times.

the new xt5's active safety system consists of 1 front-view camera, 4 surrounding environment perception cameras, 12 ultrasonic radars, 3 short-range ultrasonic radars, and 1 long-range acc cruise radar, which are fully arranged in front, rear, side and the whole vehicle. the whole series is equipped with 22 active safety configurations such as 360° high-definition panoramic imaging, holca intelligent lane centering assistance, and aeb automatic emergency braking to prevent accidents before they happen.

final thoughts

eight-year replacement represents prudence and seriousness

at a time when new energy vehicles are prevalent, cadillac insists on continuing to focus on fuel vehicles, which fully demonstrates its attention to the needs of fuel vehicle owners and is also a response to the new energy vehicle market!

there is no doubt thatafter eight years of comprehensive upgrades, the new xt5 has become the most anticipated luxury gasoline car this year.the caution and seriousness of the eight-year generation change will not be ignored by any potential luxury car consumer.

however, although the new xt5 has many highlights, it faces fierce market competition, especially pressure from powerful rivals such as bmw x3 and mercedes-benz glc, and its final market performance remains to be seen. factors such as pricing strategy, sales network construction and after-sales service will affect the market performance of the new car.

it is foreseeable thatwith the official launch of the new xt5, competition in the luxury mid-size suv market will become even more intense.for cadillac, the success or failure of the new xt5 is not only related to the sales of a single model, but will also affect the brand's overall layout and long-term development in the chinese market.

at the 2024 chengdu international auto show, which opens tomorrow, the new cadillac xt5 will officially meet the public and more information will be announced. we will bring you more detailed reports then!