When you think of your ideal ride around Hilton Head, Bluffton, or Hardeeville, what kind of qualities stand out? Your SUV needs to be safe and efficient—that’s a given. But will it have thrilling power, ample space, and advanced technology to boot?

The Hilton Head BMW team put together this 2021 BMW X5 vs. Cadillac XT5 comparison to help you determine which of these two popular models checks all your boxes.

Does the X5 or XT5 Have More Room for Your Crew?

All the engine power and style in the world won’t help if you don’t have a comfortable amount of space in your car. Whether you’re just running out for some quick errands or you’re ready to spend hours behind the wheel on a road trip, a spacious cabin is a must.

The 2021 XT5 is a 2-row, 5-seater SUV, making it a good fit for small families. It also offers a maximum 63 cubic feet of cargo space if you’re loading up groceries or suitcases.

The BMW X5, like the XT5, offers five seats in its base trim. However, an upgrade to three rows and seven seats is also available. Big or small, your family should be able to fit. Your cargo should, too, with the available 72.3 cubic feet of cargo space! Overall, it’s a roomier car than the competitor.

Intelligent Luxury Infotainment Capabilities

It’s one thing for a driver to understand their car. What if the car could understand the driver, too?

Artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted technologies can accomplish this to a degree. Just take the BMW X5 and its Intelligent Personal Assistant, for example. Available with the iDrive 7.0 operating system, this feature doesn’t just understand human language and voice commands. With machine learning, it can learn your specific preferences and guide you accordingly.

We see some shades of this in the Cadillac User Experience offered in the XT5. While it’s receptive to voice commands, it does not employ a similar AI interface to learn preferences and guide drivers.