Cadillac's new XT5 crossover steers toward lightweight luxury

Cadillac unveiled its new XT5 crossover in Dubai Monday morning. It's more than a simple new car debut, the mid-size crossover signifies several new directions for the American luxury brand.

Before we get to what the CUV (crossover utility vehicle) means more broadly, let's look at its details. Along with sleeker lines and a much more opulent interior, the XT5 also includes a new engine: a 310-horsepower V6. Paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission and an optional all-wheel drive system, the XT5 is aimed to do battle with the Mercedes-Benz GLE and the Audi Q5.