I am so tired of people lifting up BMW and Benz for engines. I sell cars on the side and I can not tell you how many BMW's engines are shot at 100K now...especially 98-08 models. Then many of the Benzes ride so harsh and are jarring over bumps. Now they have improved their interiors recently because Benz was so crappy and no one spoke about it. Not to mention all of the issues you have from them period. Anyway both of these are really nice and two of the best buys in the class if you ask me. I have driven the new XT5 and it is a wonderful SUV.
I have to correct a few things here as an MKX owner. The switchgear on the center stack is completely unique to the MKX and not shared with the Edge. The 22-way on-screen seat controls can be brought up directly without digging through the menus by pressing the center button on the side lumbar controls.
I just compared the 2 vehicles in the 2018 model year and i just purchased the 2018 Lincoln MKX Reserve. I felt the XT5 was too boxy and when i drove the MKX i felt there was more technology for similar price. I have not taken possession yet, I pick it up on Monday evening, but i am looking forward to owning this vehicle. Ive owned 2 Edge's prior to this, 2013 Ford Edge SEL and a 2013 ford Edge Sport
I have an XT5, about two months now. I'm now dreading buying it. Now looking at the MKX like we should have bought in the first place. The caddy is all hype, the MKX is a nice car
Several tests have already confirmed the MKX is the quietest vehicle in its class. Would help if he actually drove these two vehicles side by side. You can sense his bias rubbing off quite a bit. He says the 2.7 is "a bit loud" but the 3.6 has a "nice growl". Really???
The sound of the 2.7 is bad ass that 3.6 is used in all there vehicles and does not sound good at all plus he says it should be quite when driving the mkx but it’s ok for the caddy to sound like a Chevy
one thing he did not mention or did not know on the mkx, you can pick your suspension for each drive mode. you can chose comfort normal or sport for either drive or sprot steering. Not sure what he is talking about on the being noisy on the MKX. you can watch other comparisons and it beats out everything in its class, including the Mercedes on quietness there are microphones in the ceiling of the care and has adaptive noise control which uses the speakers to get rid on sounds you dont want to hear and let you hear the sounds you want to hear...like the enging on take off...awesome....... as far as the infotainment, they did away with the lincoln touch late 2016 and gave you sync 3 with apple and adroid connectivity. I love my MKx. looked at both and 7 other mid size, went with used MKX 2016
I'm trying to decide between these 2 now. Help me out here if you will because I'm leaning toward the mkx because people say Cadillacs are not dependable but my eye is stuck on that xt5 ❤😎 Help me please!!! I have also looked at about 8 different suvs until I finally narrowed it down to these 2 lol
On powertrain longevity, the Lincoln 3.7L V6 is the most-reliable here. It was originally designed by Mazda in Japan back in 2007. It's the same engine found in police and taxi vehicles, good for 500,000 miles. JD Power dependability also rates Lincoln near the top (thanks to 3.7L) while Cadillac rates dead-last. Finally, Lincoln 3.7L is fuel-injection while Cadillac 3.6L is direct-injection. Direct-injection builds up carbon and clogs intake valves. 3.7L will be discontinued after 2018 model year, and it will be missed.
The 3.7 is actually a Ford sourced V6 called the cyclone motor. In 2007 Mazda started making it themselves for the CX-9 but it was always sourced and created from Ford originally. The Ford 2.3 and 2.0 4 cylinder are sourced and created by Mazda originally so maybe that's what you mean, either way the Ford 3.7 is not a particularly good engine even in the Mazda making them ditch the motor and use their better 4 cylinder engines. I'd ask mechanics who do engine rebuilds and they are not fond of the Ford cyclone 3.7 or Mazda's version. The 3.7 V6 engines have poorly designed internal water pumps which have a tendency to fail and potentially ruin the engine when they do. The internal water pumps are driven by the timing chain. As a result, when they fail, antifreeze is dumped directly into the crankcase; mixing with engine oil and potentially damaging the head gaskets and connecting rod bearings. Many of these water pump failures occur without warning and repairs often cost thousands of dollars as the engine needs to be disassembled or removed from the vehicle to access the water pump. In some cases, the engine will need to be replaced outright. A class action lawsuit was started against Ford as a result of this issue, but it was dismissed and no recall was given.
Humans and their egos. Is it possible that the Lincoln and the Cadillac are both nice vehicles and there's no clear winner just preferences. I own a XT5 and I also think the Lincoln is nice too, I just preferred the Caddy.
The Ford 3.7 V6 engines unfortunately have poorly designed internal water pumps which have a tendency to fail and potentially ruin the engine when they do, they are driven by the timing chain so as a result, when they fail, antifreeze is dumped directly into the crankcase; mixing with engine oil and potentially damaging the head gaskets and connecting rod bearings. Many of these water pump failures occur without warning and repairs often cost thousands of dollars as the engine needs to be disassembled or removed from the vehicle to access the water pump. In some cases, the engine will need to be replaced outright. A class action lawsuit was started against Ford as a result of this issue, but it was dismissed and no recall was given. Just food for thought when choosing the Lincoln with that engine ✌🏽🇺🇲
I am an XT5 2017 Cadillac owner, and I can say by far it's the best SUV/crossover in the market for it's class... it can be an elegant classy car, it can be a sporty car and it can be as practical as an everyday vehicle... Well Done Cadillac
Hi, I'm trying to decide between these two vehicles. I have racked my brain over my next vehicle and narrowed it down to these 2. OMG, I am so in love with that xt5 but then I got a little nervous about reliability so started looking at the MKX. It's equally as nice but it still doesn't look quite as lovely as the Cadillac. How is yours still holding up and have you had any issues?
I am happy to hear your opinion on the XT5 as complementary because I bought one of these Premium Luxury models in April of this year. The best thing I like about this classy crossover is that it takes regular fuel. I am pleased with my purchase and already put on about 5k miles on it. I did an over 500 mile highway trip and got an average 28.5 mpg in touring mode.
hey Sam, you are the only person so far who mentioned some noise in Lincoln and kind of implied that XT5 is quieter than the Lincoln. Actually based on tests, MKX is one of the quietest cars on the road and definitely quieter than RX350.
Sorry, but MKX comes off a bit better than "smells like a Ford, rides like a Ford, and sounds like a Ford." XT5 is very nice, and GM will be sharing platform with lesser GM vehicles, and when you claim mpg is not too good in LIncoln, and then XT5 with all of the technology to make mpg better comes in 1 mpg more than Lincoln, somehow you find that just fine. When you see the amount of hp the Lincoln has verses XT5, the difference is negligible. I would take a Black Label version MKX over XT5 even if it is a fancy Ford. Testing shows the Lincoln to be very quiet, and you somehow try to imply the vehicle is quite noisy, Sam. You seemed to not be impressed with Cadillac power in this video, but you failed to mention it is a bit slower and less responsive than the Lincoln in your presentation. However, you had no problems in stating the Lincoln shortcomings throughout the presentation.
I keep saying what's wrong with a fancy Ford? It's really become a stupid comparison with the new Lincoln division. Is Cadillac an expensive Chevy? Think so in many ways.
You need to keep in mind that BMW , Lexus and Mercedes do NOT have dealers in most small towns. That is a problem no matter the cost !!! We had a Nautilus and loved it but the dealer sucked. we had repair issues with them and tried to buy another Lincoln but they refused to deal on our car with 4335 miles on it so we bout a 2021 XT5 and so far car is good and been treated respectfully. Repair costs on Mercedes is simply astronomical. We loved the Lincoln and we now love the Cadillac. Maybe we should review DEALERS !!
I’m late here lol. But I’ve now owned my 2016 Lincoln MKX for 6 years. It’s the 3.7. I must say, it has been an amazing ride with zero issues. I just passed 156,000 miles and it still drives like the day I purchased it. They really are good vehicles.
I love this comparison. I love it that Lincoln massages my back and my ass. It's wonderful on a long and congested commute home after work. So yes, I drive with the massage on....
I had an mkx ,the transmission went on it.Traded for an 11 srx w/20" chrome pkg.Loved it ,recently got a new XT5 w/ 20" chrome pkg.I'm in love w/ this car!!That white is beautiful but I've got red w/ black interior.I've clay barred & ceramic coated it & its an eye catcher.I've had to replace a wheel bearing on the SRX but in 10 yrs of Cadillac ownership I'm sold.
bullshit. that 6 speed is in almost every lineup they have and it's proven reliable. your just making shit up to make the XT5 look better. enjoy your cheap plastics and base model feel in your "luxury" car.
Your obviously a Cadillac guy. All the things the Lincoln did same or better you downplayed on Lincoln and gushed over on Cadillac. Like to be engine noise for example. Then you didn't mention Lincolns power tilt and telescope feature but gushed over Cadillacs and then in the backseat you didn't even mention Lincoln's recline feature but we're super excited over Cadillacs even though it's impractical because you can't adjust it while your actually SITTING IN THE CAR!! Talk about bias this was the first and last of your videos I will suffer through.
Yeah they should just offer an option to get that painted in the body color of the car so it matches the color of your car. Every CUV & SUV should offer that
That's the part that gets rock chips & dirt. I'm glad they did it that way. Same w/ the doors on the bottom..When getting out you're shoes are always hitting that area.
The XT5 is winning hands down against the competition, look around when your on the road, we win baby. XT5 outselling all the other overpriced imports.
Definitely the Lincoln MKX. Since the 2017 just came out, I'm heading in to place an order for a Reserve from factory. Can't wait! The XT5 was nice too, but there were just too many things that the Lincoln did better. And the Cue system looks awful, especially when compared to the SYNC 3 system. The Cadillac just didn't measure up to my expectations for a luxury vehicle, it feels more like a Honda and I can't justify paying that much for such a poorly crafted interior in the Cadillac.
The comfort setting is amazing . the growl on the mkx engine is much better the caddy. The mkx is extremely quiet and the seat are the most comfortable seats out of them all! The audio can’t even be compared the Revel blows away Bose in home and in vehicles so for the audiophile Lincoln is the best choice Bose lol even the Ford Edge will blow that system away with a Bang and Olsen system
You are so dumb and a pure hater. Mr. liar, my friend has a Cadillac xt5 it's all plastic and doesn't have at all to compare to the mkx. Like you say the Lincoln mkx is a pure Ford, xt5, ct6 and the escalade are pure chevy plastic product.
Well your friend purchased the cheap version I've mine in the platinum trim and it looks better than the mkx especially the front grill , damn the mkx front end is a feminine disaster.
But even the cheap version Lincoln mkx looks absolutely amazing and the mks platinum trim looks absolutely fantastic. The Cadillac xt5 looks like a little fat mouse and it doesn't have absolutely no to compare with the mkx at all.
As an XT5 owner (Black exterior white leather interior) I can say be prepared for color transfer to that white leather. In other words, your blue jeans or other dark colored clothes will "rub off" on that nice white leather. Mine is only 7 months old and the driver's seat is in need of a good backing soda and water cleaning.
If Lincoln is to be the premier brand in ford's portfolio, one would think the MKX would have the new 3.5 AND the 10speed transmission. Just my thoughts thou...
I own a MKX 2.7T Reserve. Review is pretty spot on in most areas but I will point out some problems with the drive train observations. First, all european, most american, and most japanese, particularly, luxury car makers are moving toward turbos. I never liked turbos because of fear of breaking down, but having driven this one after a V6 mustang, the turbo is way better in performance with a huge kick/boost a low speed/RPM that a V6 doesn't have. There is no way a 310hp 276lb-ft engine will feel anything even close to a twin-turbo 335hp 380lb-ft engine on acceleration or response. Even if the cadillac engine is more unique in the GM brand, it is more outdated. The turbo engines in the Lincoln and Ford are tuned differently as well; combined with the MKX soundproofing, its engine during driving certainly does *not* sound like a similarly equipped high end F150 or top of the line edge--much more smooth and quiet.
New Lincoln owner lol I've always went for Cadillac I've even owned a land rover but out of all of them I'm really loving my Lincoln I'm not ready to say more than a Cadillac but I had no idea Lincoln was so nice oh and land rover two thumbs 8 fingers and 10 toes down on the Land Rover over priced over rated and nothing but problems.
Ha ha.. a timid mention of the comparison to the BMW and Mercedes, also worth noting he called the noisy GM a growl while he knocked the Lincoln for a not so quiet engine? Lincoln is just making its way back with some very good offerings, he continues to link it to the Edge but steers clear of linking the Caddy to the Opel Mokka... I would not depend on this review if I were to be in the market for a car in this class it's obvious he has a thing, against the Ford brand- says he doesn;t but??
The XT5 isn't related to the Opel Mokka..... the Opel Mokka is related to the Buick Encore... the Mokka is based on GMs Gamma II platform while the Cadillac XT5 rides on the C1XX platform which shares with the new upcoming GMC acadia which shrunk in its new generation.
As someone who is not a brand loyalist I find it amusing to read comments from people with obvious bias . Unless you have driven both vehicles you should not offer an opinion on which is better . I will say that I prefer the looks of the XT5 but that is mostly because I don't like the front end of the MKX . Personally I would go for either a GMC Acadia or a Ford Edge over both and save some money .
The XT5 and Acadia both run the new regular wheelbase version of GM's CX11 platform . The new Acadia is smaller than the previous model . The 2018 Traverse and Enclave will both run a long wheelbase version and are still going to be full sized .
Yes sheldon..the 3.5 qtr./10spd are a ford design and used in trucks as everyone knows. Yet the Lincoln brand is the top teir brand/model for the Ford motor company. As such this "detuned" option should be made available in the top tier brand for ford.If it's used in other models, and it is, then why not their top brand?
Thank you. I do know the 2.7 is not a scale down 3.5. I understand the correlation of the model/engine platform. All things being equal (or apparently not) I statement still remains valid. If ford wants the Lincoln brand/nameplate to be the top platform of it's global brand nameplate, it must put it's top engine/trans in that portfolio to compete with the likes of all others "top" tier auto manufactures.My response to "sheldon" was his assessment that the horsepower/Lbs.ft. of power was something that could not be changed for other models. My explanation for a "detuned" version only applied to taking the timing/H.P. and reducing it for use in a different model, perhaps a MKX? That's how it's done these days folks! Ya just pull out some of the "hotter" calibration, gain durability and anyone buying this rig will never be pinning for something with a little more power and fuel milage!
This guy is so off the reservation. Out of all the comparisons on the net and print he is the only one that says the cadillac feels like a luxury vehicle over the lincoln. The MKX actually gets very high remarks for feeling like it looks, like a luxury vehicle. As for the cadillac it stills feels like a average vehicle. It is so far from feeling a high end luxury vehicle.
@@richardmorris6365 it’s now been 4 years & I’m now driving the MKX, my wife got a Corsair a year ago, she wanted something sporty lol. Tires is the only thing fixed/replaced now at 68,000 miles. So far so good. Not sure what I’ll get next.
I don't like stereotypes... and the idea of Lincoln as a re-badged Ford is stupid. No more so than ANY other Parent/Luxury offering. Both are nice... and yet both fall short. This all falls on your personal taste. When you repeat something you've heard 20 years ago, you become a "preacher" and not a reviewer.
The XT5 is just a updated SRX let’s be honest while I might drive better and lost some weight it’s still a SRX. The XT5 basically looks cheap in my opinion on the outside however the Lincoln is banging and offers way more and Ford is now totally different from Lincoln and Vice versa for Lincoln. Say what you will or may about Lincoln hater but people are trading their Cadillac Escalade for the new Lincoln Navigator so that says a lot Cadillac need to grow up and change they line up again
why are small people showing how much room is inside a car? this guy is 5 foot 9 inch tall, i don't think i know anyone over the age 14 that is that small. i would like to see someone 6'4" to 6'6" showing the car and let the midget wrestle for a living
LOL, a lot of Ford fans up in the comments!! Me too but I'm still having trouble deciding because the XT5 is a BAD Motha to look at anyway..lol..Im just a little timid about the reliability of a Cadillac 😕❤ Any true Cadillac fans that can tell me about the make of this xt5 and how they have progressed over the years???
Cadillac is like the BMW and Mercedes it they are paper champs. You will be lucky if its head gasket it survives your lease. At least with an X3 you know it will last until the warranty and Mercedes has tolerance issues do to precision engineering.
Gregg Hanson GM/Cadillac are also building great cars, so what’s your point there? Unlike Ford/Lincoln, Cadillac goes above and beyond to distinguish their vehicles from other GM brands. You have a better argument saying “Cadillac is just a rebadged GMC” than stating it’s a rebadged Buick which is merely a Opel designed by European and German designers. Cadillac on the other hand is actually designed by GM here in America. Since 2014 they’re nothing identical to any Chevy/GMC interior or exterior design and especially under the hood.
There was a lot of pretty obvious bias in this review. I drove them both and bought the MKX. The Cadillac dealer let me take a CT5 for a few days and while I will admit the interior seemed put together better than Lincoln, it also felt boring, uninteresting, and reminded me of driving a minivan. The engine sounded every course and reminded me of a Buick Enclave I’d had as a rental before (where I also thought the engine sound didn’t fit the application). I drove the CT5 aggressively on the last day I had it to see how it would handle itself and I was impressed. I do see why people buy this car. I would take it over an RX, which I have no clue why people buy. The “infotainment” system is also not easy to use. At all. Things aren’t all great for the mkx though- you MUST get those optional seats. Spend lots of time in the base seats before you buy! I spent all my time with a car with the optional seats (which are totally worth it bc they are amazing). The car that came close to having what I wanted didn’t have them and I bought it thinking I was just giving up some adjustments and the massage- wrong! The seats are completely different. The optional seats are bigger, have powered headrests and thigh supports and are simply better- I’d even say world class, whereas the standard seat is just good. Disclosure- I am a seat snob, lol. The other big let down is not the car, it’s the dealers. When I was shopping for mine, there were 4 in the entire city of Houston that had the 2.7 and awd- and they were all Black labels. My sales guy told me that they don’t order them with awd bc we don’t need it in Houston. Bullshit. The car needs it. It is way overpowered with just front wheel drive. You simply can not utilize all that glorious torque bc you spin the wheels and the traction control kicks in to save you killing the fun. Dealers need to become enthusiasts and realize what they are selling just like the Audi and Cadillac dealers I’ve encountered AND Lincoln needs to make awd standard with this engine. All said- I tested the Fpace, RX350, CT5, and the MKX and I bought the Lincoln. It does everything well. It’s not emotional like the jag, but is more lux. It’s prettier than the Lexus, even though I’m sure it doesn’t have the same resale value, and honestly if you are trading often and early enough for that to matter, you should be leasing otherwise you’re doing it wrong. I replaced my ‘15 Hyundai Genesis (which I loved but wanted/needed a crossover) with this and we also have a ‘17 X5 some I’m not new to this league of car. If the Jaguar didn’t ride like a shopping cart and look and feel so cheap inside I would have chosen it over these any day.
I must say that maybe because you're so familiar with the Edge is why you may have had a lower rating of the MKX. I myself am a hater of Fords interiors on both the F-150 box on box on tilted box and their other Ford Interiors for other reasons too. So when Lincoln gives the best Ford has and changes some of the ugliness I still tend to look at this vehicle more if other attributes still match the Cadillac. So for me it looks so far like Lincoln has my heart for the Navigator since ugly Ford interior blocks all of its Awards I see it has, but who knows maybe GM/Cadillac has the midsize crossover segment
Can we stop saying Lincoln is the best ??? Lincoln back wheels doesn't tilt like Cadillac tires , we have more torque and horsepower and none of the new Cadillacs aren't made from cars already made like Lincoln !! Stop!! It's performance and luxury vs luxury
I mean the Lincoln seems cool, but the cabin’s design needs a change. Seriously, why put the shift gear next to the touchscreen in my opinion it just looks ugly and less luxurious. Not saying Cadillac is all good and shit, but I think the exterior looks far more superior than the Lincoln. I mean look at the tail-lights of the Lincoln, I mean I just don’t like it. I don’t know the history behind Lincoln and why he’s comparing it to the company Ford so much but it seems too expensive, some needs to change, like what I’ve mentioned, and I think Cadillac looks better in terms of quality. Listen, I’m just being honest, what I see in this video for the price point of the Caddy and its interior design, it seems more fitting in the modern design of cars. Not hating on Lincoln, but it has its strengths too. Like the power, and how the seats can massage you. Overall, I think both are great cars, I just prefer the Cadillac more.
I am so tired of people lifting up BMW and Benz for engines. I sell cars on the side and I can not tell you how many BMW's engines are shot at 100K now...especially 98-08 models. Then many of the Benzes ride so harsh and are jarring over bumps. Now they have improved their interiors recently because Benz was so crappy and no one spoke about it. Not to mention all of the issues you have from them period. Anyway both of these are really nice and two of the best buys in the class if you ask me. I have driven the new XT5 and it is a wonderful SUV.
I have to correct a few things here as an MKX owner. The switchgear on the center stack is completely unique to the MKX and not shared with the Edge. The 22-way on-screen seat controls can be brought up directly without digging through the menus by pressing the center button on the side lumbar controls.
Not to mention the Revel sound system!
DetroitBORG Not unique to MKX. Also shared in the MKZ, MKC, and I'm pretty sure also the Continental.
Love your videos!
I just compared the 2 vehicles in the 2018 model year and i just purchased the 2018 Lincoln MKX Reserve. I felt the XT5 was too boxy and when i drove the MKX i felt there was more technology for similar price.
I have not taken possession yet, I pick it up on Monday evening, but i am looking forward to owning this vehicle.
Ive owned 2 Edge's prior to this, 2013 Ford Edge SEL and a 2013 ford Edge Sport
I have an XT5, about two months now. I'm now dreading buying it. Now looking at the MKX like we should have bought in the first place. The caddy is all hype, the MKX is a nice car
Several tests have already confirmed the MKX is the quietest vehicle in its class. Would help if he actually drove these two vehicles side by side. You can sense his bias rubbing off quite a bit. He says the 2.7 is "a bit loud" but the 3.6 has a "nice growl". Really???
definitely bias.
The sound of the 2.7 is bad ass that 3.6 is used in all there vehicles and does not sound good at all plus he says it should be quite when driving the mkx but it’s ok for the caddy to sound like a Chevy
one thing he did not mention or did not know on the mkx, you can pick your suspension for each drive mode. you can chose comfort normal or sport for either drive or sprot steering. Not sure what he is talking about on the being noisy on the MKX. you can watch other comparisons and it beats out everything in its class, including the Mercedes on quietness there are microphones in the ceiling of the care and has adaptive noise control which uses the speakers to get rid on sounds you dont want to hear and let you hear the sounds you want to hear...like the enging on take off...awesome....... as far as the infotainment, they did away with the lincoln touch late 2016 and gave you sync 3 with apple and adroid connectivity. I love my MKx. looked at both and 7 other mid size, went with used MKX 2016
I'm trying to decide between these 2 now. Help me out here if you will because I'm leaning toward the mkx because people say Cadillacs are not dependable but my eye is stuck on that xt5 ❤😎 Help me please!!! I have also looked at about 8 different suvs until I finally narrowed it down to these 2 lol
On powertrain longevity, the Lincoln 3.7L V6 is the most-reliable here. It was originally designed by Mazda in Japan back in 2007. It's the same engine found in police and taxi vehicles, good for 500,000 miles. JD Power dependability also rates Lincoln near the top (thanks to 3.7L) while Cadillac rates dead-last. Finally, Lincoln 3.7L is fuel-injection while Cadillac 3.6L is direct-injection. Direct-injection builds up carbon and clogs intake valves. 3.7L will be discontinued after 2018 model year, and it will be missed.
The 3.7 is actually a Ford sourced V6 called the cyclone motor. In 2007 Mazda started making it themselves for the CX-9 but it was always sourced and created from Ford originally. The Ford 2.3 and 2.0 4 cylinder are sourced and created by Mazda originally so maybe that's what you mean, either way the Ford 3.7 is not a particularly good engine even in the Mazda making them ditch the motor and use their better 4 cylinder engines. I'd ask mechanics who do engine rebuilds and they are not fond of the Ford cyclone 3.7 or Mazda's version. The 3.7 V6 engines have poorly designed internal water pumps which have a tendency to fail and potentially ruin the engine when they do. The internal water pumps are driven by the timing chain. As a result, when they fail, antifreeze is dumped directly into the crankcase; mixing with engine oil and potentially damaging the head gaskets and connecting rod bearings. Many of these water pump failures occur without warning and repairs often cost thousands of dollars as the engine needs to be disassembled or removed from the vehicle to access the water pump. In some cases, the engine will need to be replaced outright. A class action lawsuit was started against Ford as a result of this issue, but it was dismissed and no recall was given.
Have an MKC and LOVE the comfort setting!! I'm 74!! Ah, the days of the Mark V!!
As for comfort, the MKX beats the caddy hands down. I compared them both before choosing the Lincoln.
I just bought my 2016 MKX last year. Do you still have it? How do or did you like it?
Everyone arguing in the comments lol. It's all personal preference. Both are nice. One isn't overly superior over the other, get over it.
Cadillac is for the masses, Lincoln is for the discerning.
Humans and their egos. Is it possible that the Lincoln and the Cadillac are both nice vehicles and there's no clear winner just preferences. I own a XT5 and I also think the Lincoln is nice too, I just preferred the Caddy.
The Ford 3.7 V6 engines unfortunately have poorly designed internal water pumps which have a tendency to fail and potentially ruin the engine when they do, they are driven by the timing chain so as a result, when they fail, antifreeze is dumped directly into the crankcase; mixing with engine oil and potentially damaging the head gaskets and connecting rod bearings. Many of these water pump failures occur without warning and repairs often cost thousands of dollars as the engine needs to be disassembled or removed from the vehicle to access the water pump. In some cases, the engine will need to be replaced outright. A class action lawsuit was started against Ford as a result of this issue, but it was dismissed and no recall was given. Just food for thought when choosing the Lincoln with that engine ✌🏽🇺🇲
I would go mkx all the way. And yes im 23
93Adamv23 21 and I agree
mks is the best
I am an XT5 2017 Cadillac owner, and I can say by far it's the best SUV/crossover in the market for it's class... it can be an elegant classy car, it can be a sporty car and it can be as practical as an everyday vehicle... Well Done Cadillac
samsoum28 how about reliability? I am considering buying one?
hahah, nope. MkX wins
Hi, I'm trying to decide between these two vehicles. I have racked my brain over my next vehicle and narrowed it down to these 2. OMG, I am so in love with that xt5 but then I got a little nervous about reliability so started looking at the MKX. It's equally as nice but it still doesn't look quite as lovely as the Cadillac. How is yours still holding up and have you had any issues?
@@SometimeAgo65 Our 2017 XT5 Platinum has been flawless. The MKX looks outdated.
@@mrmuskey5202 no
I am happy to hear your opinion on the XT5 as complementary because I bought one of these Premium Luxury models in April of this year. The best thing I like about this classy crossover is that it takes regular fuel. I am pleased with my purchase and already put on about 5k miles on it. I did an over 500 mile highway trip and got an average 28.5 mpg in touring mode.
Xt5 runs on regular gas is what required for it?
So does the MKX
I like the styling of the XT5 however the ride with the magnetic ride is on the stiff side , while the MKX ride is more softer .
hey Sam, you are the only person so far who mentioned some noise in Lincoln and kind of implied that XT5 is quieter than the Lincoln. Actually based on tests, MKX is one of the quietest cars on the road and definitely quieter than RX350.
Peter yes you right ... but sam look like he fan of Cadillac many reviews complain about ford and lincoln but still I like his reviews
yes, you are right too, Ford and Lincoln still have problems but this MKX is certainly a quiet car regardless of personal opinion.
Peter actually they named Buick as the most quiet car on the road today .. That and Lexus.
Beyond a doubt, the Lincoln is quieter then all the other luxury SUV's I have driven...that is why I purchased one.
I agree the mkx has been tested as the quietest crossover for this year 2017
Sorry, but MKX comes off a bit better than "smells like a Ford, rides like a Ford, and sounds like a Ford." XT5 is very nice, and GM will be sharing platform with lesser GM vehicles, and when you claim mpg is not too good in LIncoln, and then XT5 with all of the technology to make mpg better comes in 1 mpg more than Lincoln, somehow you find that just fine. When you see the amount of hp the Lincoln has verses XT5, the difference is negligible. I would take a Black Label version MKX over XT5 even if it is a fancy Ford.
Testing shows the Lincoln to be very quiet, and you somehow try to imply the vehicle is quite noisy, Sam. You seemed to not be impressed with Cadillac power in this video, but you failed to mention it is a bit slower and less responsive than the Lincoln in your presentation. However, you had no problems in stating the Lincoln shortcomings throughout the presentation.
I keep saying what's wrong with a fancy Ford? It's really become a stupid comparison with the new Lincoln division. Is Cadillac an expensive Chevy? Think so in many ways.
You need to keep in mind that BMW , Lexus and Mercedes do NOT have dealers in most small towns. That is a problem no matter the cost !!! We had a Nautilus and loved it but the dealer sucked. we had repair issues with them and tried to buy another Lincoln but they refused to deal on our car with 4335 miles on it so we bout a 2021 XT5 and so far car is good and been treated respectfully.
Repair costs on Mercedes is simply astronomical. We loved the Lincoln and we now love the Cadillac. Maybe we should review DEALERS !!
I choose The Cadillac XT5 all the way!!
The Lincoln is basically a Ford but looks better so I would choose the Cadillac
I have the XT5, it was a mistake.
@@TheSoloAsylum why
@ThesoloAsylum yes why? I'm looking at an 2017 or 18.
I’m late here lol. But I’ve now owned my 2016 Lincoln MKX for 6 years. It’s the 3.7. I must say, it has been an amazing ride with zero issues. I just passed 156,000 miles and it still drives like the day I purchased it. They really are good vehicles.
I love this comparison. I love it that Lincoln massages my back and my ass. It's wonderful on a long and congested commute home after work. So yes, I drive with the massage on....
I had an mkx ,the transmission went on it.Traded for an 11 srx w/20" chrome pkg.Loved it ,recently got a new XT5 w/ 20" chrome pkg.I'm in love w/ this car!!That white is beautiful but I've got red w/ black interior.I've clay barred & ceramic coated it & its an eye catcher.I've had to replace a wheel bearing on the SRX but in 10 yrs of Cadillac ownership I'm sold.
bullshit. that 6 speed is in almost every lineup they have and it's proven reliable. your just making shit up to make the XT5 look better. enjoy your cheap plastics and base model feel in your "luxury" car.
When you think of American luxury you think Cadillac. And for 2017 you're really shown why with the new XT5.
only if you've been alive for the past ten years. Now Lincoln is making a major comeback. Check out the refurbished Mark Vs in the 70s. A real trip
I have a 2017 XT5, they are nothing but problems. Mine has been in the shop 7 times, and has another appointment coming.
Your obviously a Cadillac guy. All the things the Lincoln did same or better you downplayed on Lincoln and gushed over on Cadillac. Like to be engine noise for example. Then you didn't mention Lincolns power tilt and telescope feature but gushed over Cadillacs and then in the backseat you didn't even mention Lincoln's recline feature but we're super excited over Cadillacs even though it's impractical because you can't adjust it while your actually SITTING IN THE CAR!! Talk about bias this was the first and last of your videos I will suffer through.
I think you're absolutely right Cadillac needs to up its game when it comes to that black cladding on the lower part of the car.
Yeah they should just offer an option to get that painted in the body color of the car so it matches the color of your car. Every CUV & SUV should offer that
That's the part that gets rock chips & dirt. I'm glad they did it that way. Same w/ the doors on the bottom..When getting out you're shoes are always hitting that area.
I like how you go into detail about seat comfort and overall space and comfort. So many reviewers will gloss over that and point out nonsense stuff.
XT5 , has enough power , very good interior and decent gas mileage . Just wish it had a similar tail light system to the SRX . This one looks cheap .
I also agree with you about the somewhat excessive black plastic cladding on the XT5
Lincoln wins for me.
I love my 2018 cadillac xt5 base model! for around 40k you cant beat it!
Hello why Base over other trims? I'm looking at xt5's now. Mainly the Luxury trim
I have the Cadillac Xt5 Love it !
Debating White/ black 2017 xt5 platinum $20000 or Burgundy/ tan mks reserve 23k what do u think?!🙄🙏🏾
I've had mine 3 months, red w/ black interior 20" rims.beautiful styling ,could not be happier.
Which did you choose? I'm now looking at a xt5 2017-18. Luxury or premium luxury
The XT5 is winning hands down against the competition, look around when your
on the road, we win baby. XT5 outselling all the other overpriced imports.
They win because a whole lot of dumbasses like you buy them? Hahahahahaha.... LOOOOOOSERRRRRR!
No mention of the Revel audio system, and it is phenomenal!! I'm pretty sure there is nothing close to it in any GM vehicle.
Definitely the Lincoln MKX. Since the 2017 just came out, I'm heading in to place an order for a Reserve from factory. Can't wait! The XT5 was nice too, but there were just too many things that the Lincoln did better. And the Cue system looks awful, especially when compared to the SYNC 3 system. The Cadillac just didn't measure up to my expectations for a luxury vehicle, it feels more like a Honda and I can't justify paying that much for such a poorly crafted interior in the Cadillac.
The comfort setting is amazing . the growl on the mkx engine is much better the caddy.
The mkx is extremely quiet and the seat are the most comfortable seats out of them all!
The audio can’t even be compared the Revel blows away Bose in home and in vehicles so for the audiophile Lincoln is the best choice
Bose lol even the Ford Edge will blow that system away with a Bang and Olsen system
Can you do a CT6 vs Lincoln Continental comparison?
Lincoln is way better
Caddy all day ❤️
Caddy has seriously dropped off ,as far as quality goes over the years. Mainly due to cost cutting, I should know. Worked for them for 31 years..
Caddy wins hands down, more luxury, style, elegance, Lincoln till like a Ford product.
XT5 more bang for your buck and far more beautiful on the eyes.
you and the guy are two gm fans, Cadillac so fake and full of shit.. Lincoln wins all day.
Lincoln, a true glorified FORD, get over it, never a standard of luxury.
You are so dumb and a pure hater. Mr. liar, my friend has a Cadillac xt5 it's all plastic and doesn't have at all to compare to the mkx. Like you say the Lincoln mkx is a pure Ford, xt5, ct6 and the escalade are pure chevy plastic product.
Well your friend purchased the cheap version I've mine in the platinum trim and it looks better than the mkx especially the front grill , damn the mkx front end is a feminine disaster.
But even the cheap version Lincoln mkx looks absolutely amazing and the mks platinum trim looks absolutely fantastic. The Cadillac xt5 looks like a little fat mouse and it doesn't have absolutely no to compare with the mkx at all.
What part of Arizona are you filming at, it looks like either you're in Tucson or fountain Hills.
These were shot near the Superstition Mountains east of Phoenix
thought the same. Think it's Tucson foothills.
Looked like Sedona to me.
Between the Revel audio System in that Lincoln and the Bose audio System in the Cadillac, which ones better?
Bose
The Revel system is Amazing!! I have used both!!
Since when does Ford make a 3.6L for the MKX? DOes he mean the 3.7L?
People drive Cadillacs. But people with Class drive Lincoln.
As an XT5 owner (Black exterior white leather interior) I can say be prepared for color transfer to that white leather. In other words, your blue jeans or other dark colored clothes will "rub off" on that nice white leather. Mine is only 7 months old and the driver's seat is in need of a good backing soda and water cleaning.
I wonder will it last 150,000 miles with no problems compare to a Toyota/Lexus.
Lincoln
I'm a diehard Cadillac fan but here I would choose the Lincoln.
I drove two Cadillacs..nothing but trouble. Switched to Lincoln in 2009 with zero issues. Would never go back.
If Lincoln is to be the premier brand in ford's portfolio, one would think the MKX would have the new 3.5 AND the 10speed transmission. Just my thoughts thou...
sheldon blankenship isnt there a 3.5 ecoboost in the Explorer sport?
coming in 2019 and will be called Nautilis
I own a MKX 2.7T Reserve. Review is pretty spot on in most areas but I will point out some problems with the drive train observations. First, all european, most american, and most japanese, particularly, luxury car makers are moving toward turbos. I never liked turbos because of fear of breaking down, but having driven this one after a V6 mustang, the turbo is way better in performance with a huge kick/boost a low speed/RPM that a V6 doesn't have. There is no way a 310hp 276lb-ft engine will feel anything even close to a twin-turbo 335hp 380lb-ft engine on acceleration or response. Even if the cadillac engine is more unique in the GM brand, it is more outdated. The turbo engines in the Lincoln and Ford are tuned differently as well; combined with the MKX soundproofing, its engine during driving certainly does *not* sound like a similarly equipped high end F150 or top of the line edge--much more smooth and quiet.
thank you! Clear and accurate
When will Lincoln offer HUD on the MKX? This is the only thing that’s missing... and USB sockets for the back seats...
The Xt5 Wins For Sure
SYNC3 is an awesome improvement in the MKX
What I find funny is how he preferred a mid level caddy to a high level Lincoln. Just shows how nice caddys are.
...or how bias he is
Nice to see Cadillac and Lincoln good job for you
Nice vid ! I have a ATS ... she's a baby cat ! her mom is the XTS
So it all boil down to brand image. According to him, Cadillac “felt more like a luxury brand”
😂😂😂
New Lincoln owner lol I've always went for Cadillac I've even owned a land rover but out of all of them I'm really loving my Lincoln I'm not ready to say more than a Cadillac but I had no idea Lincoln was so nice oh and land rover two thumbs 8 fingers and 10 toes down on the Land Rover over priced over rated and nothing but problems.
The 22-way power seat isn't just for the driver's seat, it's also for the passenger seat
Ha ha.. a timid mention of the comparison to the BMW and Mercedes, also worth noting he called the noisy GM a growl while he knocked the Lincoln for a not so quiet engine?
Lincoln is just making its way back with some very good offerings, he continues to link it to the Edge but steers clear of linking the Caddy to the Opel Mokka... I would not depend on this review if I were to be in the market for a car in this class it's obvious he has a thing, against the Ford brand- says he doesn;t but??
Nothing against Ford. Maybe Cadillac is just.....better.
The XT5 isn't related to the Opel Mokka..... the Opel Mokka is related to the Buick Encore... the Mokka is based on GMs Gamma II platform while the Cadillac XT5 rides on the C1XX platform which shares with the new upcoming GMC acadia which shrunk in its new generation.
@Duane- I stand by my point, I was merely talking about the obvious styling cues of the very successful, Mokka which are clearly seen in the Caddy...
Jack D Ladd and
Jack D Ladd A naturally aspirated engine will always have a more raw/desirable tone than a quiet and wheezy turbocharged engine.
MKX has more room also. Cadillac = better name, Lincoln = Better midsized Luxury SUV
As someone who is not a brand loyalist I find it amusing to read comments from people with obvious bias . Unless you have driven both vehicles you should not offer an opinion on which is better . I will say that I prefer the looks of the XT5 but that is mostly because I don't like the front end of the MKX . Personally I would go for either a GMC Acadia or a Ford Edge over both and save some money .
Just curious: isn't the Acadia a step up in size over the XT5? Isn't it more along the lines of an Explorer in size?
The XT5 and Acadia both run the new regular wheelbase version of GM's CX11 platform . The new Acadia is smaller than the previous model . The 2018 Traverse and Enclave will both run a long wheelbase version and are still going to be full sized .
Please tell me sir, which one is better??
XT5 using a naturally aspirated engine is the winner for me. I don't want to deal with turbo charged engines after warranty...
Yes sheldon..the 3.5 qtr./10spd are a ford design and used in trucks as everyone knows. Yet the Lincoln brand is the top teir brand/model for the Ford motor company. As such this "detuned" option should be made available in the top tier brand for ford.If it's used in other models, and it is, then why not their top brand?
The 2.7 is not a detuned 3.5, rather an entirely different engine. The 2.7tt is the engine family that Ford uses in the Edge and MKX platform.
Thank you. I do know the 2.7 is not a scale down 3.5. I understand the correlation of the model/engine platform. All things being equal (or apparently not) I statement still remains valid. If ford wants the Lincoln brand/nameplate to be the top platform of it's global brand nameplate, it must put it's top engine/trans in that portfolio to compete with the likes of all others "top" tier auto manufactures.My response to "sheldon" was his assessment that the horsepower/Lbs.ft. of power was something that could not be changed for other models. My explanation for a "detuned" version only applied to taking the timing/H.P. and reducing it for use in a different model, perhaps a MKX? That's how it's done these days folks! Ya just pull out some of the "hotter" calibration, gain durability and anyone buying this rig will never be pinning for something with a little more power and fuel milage!
This guy is so off the reservation. Out of all the comparisons on the net and print he is the only one that says the cadillac feels like a luxury vehicle over the lincoln. The MKX actually gets very high remarks for feeling like it looks, like a luxury vehicle. As for the cadillac it stills feels like a average vehicle. It is so far from feeling a high end luxury vehicle.
Antonio Dunn Go look at Motortrends review of both, they say the exact same thing.
Your exactly right. I completely agree…mike drop
If the XT5 did not have that STUPED STOP AND START ON IT with no way to turn it off I would Buy one !!!
Cadillac !!
Lincoln is the best
Cadillac need turbo-6 in their XT5. So Ford would have my money.
How much did gm pay this guy?
XT5 Caddy far more luxurious and way better looking. I agree with Sam, go for the Caddy!
My got a very similarly equipped MKX two months ago. I love driving it. But funny, I’ve been thinking of getting the Caddy for me. Go figure! Lol
I had a Lincoln, the transmission went on it @ 40,000miles. Bought an SRX & now an XT5. Love it..
@@richardmorris6365 it’s now been 4 years & I’m now driving the MKX, my wife got a Corsair a year ago, she wanted something sporty lol. Tires is the only thing fixed/replaced now at 68,000 miles. So far so good. Not sure what I’ll get next.
@Rick Rich they're both good cars,I just had bad luck. I like the looks of the seats in the Corsair.
@@rickrich7325 I'm @ 41,000 in my 18 XT5. They're too critical sometimes..
I don't like stereotypes... and the idea of Lincoln as a re-badged Ford is stupid. No more so than ANY other Parent/Luxury offering. Both are nice... and yet both fall short. This all falls on your personal taste. When you repeat something you've heard 20 years ago, you become a "preacher" and not a reviewer.
thank you!! So right on.
MKX by far. Cadillac has too many computer problems. Knew a few people who had the Cady
The wings and tears.... No comments
To me cadillac died in the 90's and lincoln has had a way to stay alive where u still find reliability unlike cadillac transmission problems.
Are You saying the lincoln has better transmissions then Cadillac??
man that MKX simply doesn't look like a luxury car when placed side by side with the XT5. it looks like a Ford
Couldn't make the distinction which vehicle he was reviewing at any given time. Review ran together.
Lincoln so much better
Kevin Owens got it first time, OK?
The XT5 is just a updated SRX let’s be honest while I might drive better and lost some weight it’s still a SRX. The XT5 basically looks cheap in my opinion on the outside however the Lincoln is banging and offers way more and Ford is now totally different from Lincoln and Vice versa for Lincoln. Say what you will or may about Lincoln hater but people are trading their Cadillac Escalade for the new Lincoln Navigator so that says a lot Cadillac need to grow up and change they line up again
why are small people showing how much room is inside a car? this guy is 5 foot 9 inch tall, i don't think i know anyone over the age 14 that is that small. i would like to see someone 6'4" to 6'6" showing the car and let the midget wrestle for a living
The center stack of the MKX isn't shared at all with a Ford Edge 🤦🏽♂️🙄
LOL, a lot of Ford fans up in the comments!! Me too but I'm still having trouble deciding because the XT5 is a BAD Motha to look at anyway..lol..Im just a little timid about the reliability of a Cadillac 😕❤ Any true Cadillac fans that can tell me about the make of this xt5 and how they have progressed over the years???
Cadillac is like the BMW and Mercedes it they are paper champs. You will be lucky if its head gasket it survives your lease. At least with an X3 you know it will last until the warranty and Mercedes has tolerance issues do to precision engineering.
Hard to tell which car ur referring to somexs. Pleasant guy tho.
I mean a Lincoln has better ratings than the xt5 but I would take either
to me the Lincoln is just an expensive ford.... Cadillac xt5 has it hands down..
I don't understand whats wrong with an expensive Ford. A Caddy is an expensive Buick. Ford/Lincoln are building great cars.
Gregg Hanson GM/Cadillac are also building great cars, so what’s your point there? Unlike Ford/Lincoln, Cadillac goes above and beyond to distinguish their vehicles from other GM brands. You have a better argument saying “Cadillac is just a rebadged GMC” than stating it’s a rebadged Buick which is merely a Opel designed by European and German designers. Cadillac on the other hand is actually designed by GM here in America. Since 2014 they’re nothing identical to any Chevy/GMC interior or exterior design and especially under the hood.
There was a lot of pretty obvious bias in this review. I drove them both and bought the MKX. The Cadillac dealer let me take a CT5 for a few days and while I will admit the interior seemed put together better than Lincoln, it also felt boring, uninteresting, and reminded me of driving a minivan. The engine sounded every course and reminded me of a Buick Enclave I’d had as a rental before (where I also thought the engine sound didn’t fit the application). I drove the CT5 aggressively on the last day I had it to see how it would handle itself and I was impressed. I do see why people buy this car. I would take it over an RX, which I have no clue why people buy. The “infotainment” system is also not easy to use. At all.
Things aren’t all great for the mkx though- you MUST get those optional seats. Spend lots of time in the base seats before you buy! I spent all my time with a car with the optional seats (which are totally worth it bc they are amazing). The car that came close to having what I wanted didn’t have them and I bought it thinking I was just giving up some adjustments and the massage- wrong! The seats are completely different. The optional seats are bigger, have powered headrests and thigh supports and are simply better- I’d even say world class, whereas the standard seat is just good. Disclosure- I am a seat snob, lol. The other big let down is not the car, it’s the dealers. When I was shopping for mine, there were 4 in the entire city of Houston that had the 2.7 and awd- and they were all Black labels. My sales guy told me that they don’t order them with awd bc we don’t need it in Houston. Bullshit. The car needs it. It is way overpowered with just front wheel drive. You simply can not utilize all that glorious torque bc you spin the wheels and the traction control kicks in to save you killing the fun. Dealers need to become enthusiasts and realize what they are selling just like the Audi and Cadillac dealers I’ve encountered AND Lincoln needs to make awd standard with this engine.
All said- I tested the Fpace, RX350, CT5, and the MKX and I bought the Lincoln. It does everything well. It’s not emotional like the jag, but is more lux. It’s prettier than the Lexus, even though I’m sure it doesn’t have the same resale value, and honestly if you are trading often and early enough for that to matter, you should be leasing otherwise you’re doing it wrong. I replaced my ‘15 Hyundai Genesis (which I loved but wanted/needed a crossover) with this and we also have a ‘17 X5 some I’m not new to this league of car. If the Jaguar didn’t ride like a shopping cart and look and feel so cheap inside I would have chosen it over these any day.
I must say that maybe because you're so familiar with the Edge is why you may have had a lower rating of the MKX. I myself am a hater of Fords interiors on both the F-150 box on box on tilted box and their other Ford Interiors for other reasons too. So when Lincoln gives the best Ford has and changes some of the ugliness I still tend to look at this vehicle more if other attributes still match the Cadillac. So for me it looks so far like Lincoln has my heart for the Navigator since ugly Ford interior blocks all of its Awards I see it has, but who knows maybe GM/Cadillac has the midsize crossover segment
Lincoln is hands down a better car than the Cadillac. In addition the Lincoln’s infotainment system blows away Cadillacs.
Jason kidd has a car channel
Smart people choose Cadillac.
that's a random and and kind of dumb thing to say
Based on many aspects of the Cadillac, it is clear that Cadillac is the better vehicle.
Thought that was Jason Kidd
The seats are ok . These seats should be in the 2018. Ford king ranch at that price. Ford screws us again in choices and options
dude the caddy looks just like a Saturn suv...
or is he taking about the Cadi?
what did sam say at 13min and 49 sec ha ha
Clearly this guy is a gm lover. The Mkx is a far better SUV. Goodbye ✌🏼️👎🏼
mks is the best of the best
Robert Melly Clearly you're an mkx lover. What’s your point?
the mkx is build in Ontario Canada. one reason I chose it.
BizzLeVrai The Xt5 is built in the US
Can we stop saying Lincoln is the best ??? Lincoln back wheels doesn't tilt like Cadillac tires , we have more torque and horsepower and none of the new Cadillacs aren't made from cars already made like Lincoln !! Stop!! It's performance and luxury vs luxury
Lincoln is a bougie ford!!!! 😂😂😂😂😂.
Cadillac is performance and luxury!! Know your place ass holes
Your opinion is very bias. you're obviously a GM guy. The Lincoln has one of the quietest interiors in the industry. not a good review.
I mean the Lincoln seems cool, but the cabin’s design needs a change. Seriously, why put the shift gear next to the touchscreen in my opinion it just looks ugly and less luxurious. Not saying Cadillac is all good and shit, but I think the exterior looks far more superior than the Lincoln. I mean look at the tail-lights of the Lincoln, I mean I just don’t like it. I don’t know the history behind Lincoln and why he’s comparing it to the company Ford so much but it seems too expensive, some needs to change, like what I’ve mentioned, and I think Cadillac looks better in terms of quality. Listen, I’m just being honest, what I see in this video for the price point of the Caddy and its interior design, it seems more fitting in the modern design of cars. Not hating on Lincoln, but it has its strengths too. Like the power, and how the seats can massage you. Overall, I think both are great cars, I just prefer the Cadillac more.