Battle of American Legends: Choosing the right luxury crossover SUV
When you need a vehicle that can comfortably ferry the family across town or across the country, face down adverse weather in all seasons, and transport a huge haul of cargo, you’re looking for a Crossover SUV.
Those looking to drive a premium Crossover SUV need to settle the age-old Cadillac vs Lincoln debate that has been raging for decades — these automakers have embodied the heights of American luxury for decades, and their 2019 models are a credit to their well-deserved reputations.
Let’s take a closer look at two comparable Crossover SUVs produced by these American auto giants: the Cadillac XT5 and the Lincoln MKC.
Cadillac XT5
The Cadillac XT5 has the shockingly spacious interior and luxury details for which Cadillac is renowned. The XT5 is a stylish powerhouse featuring a 3.6L V6 engine deliver 310 horsepower at the entry-level trim.
Modern technology like Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure Warning, Surround Vision and Safety Seat Alert help keep you and everybody on the road safer. Features like a Rear Vision Camera and Rear Park Assist help you drive with confidence.
The Bose sound system will make your favourite songs sound better than they do in your own home, while available features like wireless charging will make life simpler. If you opt for premium-level luxury you’ll get features such as vented front seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel, door trim and arm rest, and a peppy Sport Edition mode.
There’s so much more going on in the 2019 Cadillac XT5, so look to your local family-owned dealership with a lot full of Cadillacs, so you can see all the different models and trims in person. Reading about them is great, but just wait until you get behind the wheel!
Lincoln MKC 2019
The Lincoln MKC 2019 is a premium crossover SUV that’s built for comfort, power and style. It comes available with a 285-horsepower 2.3L twin-scroll turbocharged engine which delivers 305 lb.-ft of torque. The design of the vehicle is based on the Ford Escape, but the MKC 2019 is more sumptuously appointed.
The Lincoln brand speaks to elegance of yesteryear, but 2019 models live up to this while also offering a slew of modern features that make driving safer. Smart All Wheel Drive gives you more control on slippery roads — sensors monitory traction constantly, balancing torque between the back and the front wheels to maximize traction and improve handling. Smart AWD is so effective that it’ll likely come into effect before you even feel the wheel slip.
When the roads are slick with rain or snow, or even when you need more control while driving on gravel, the electronic stability system kicks in and lets you feel steady behind the wheel. Roll Stability Control uses gyroscopic sensors which monitor roll rate no less than 100 times per second, reading the brakes so you can make a controlled stop.
When you need the nimbleness of a car and the space and ruggedness of a truck, it’s a Crossover SUV you want. And if it’s luxury you’re looking for, the Lincoln MKC and the Cadillac XT5 will never let you down!