2025 Cadillac XT6

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The Cadillac XT6 is a sharp-looking midsize three-row SUV. Helpful technology features and a comfortable cabin impart good initial impressions. But once you start stacking the XT6 up against the competition, it begins to lose its luster. On top of that, it seems a bit overpriced.

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2025 Cadillac XT6 Review

byJosh Jacquot^{Correspondent
Josh Jacquot is an automotive journalist at Edmunds.}

rating written byJonathan Elfalan^{Director, Vehicle Testing
Jonathan Elfalan has worked in the automotive industry since 2005. As a director of vehicle testing at Edmunds, Jonathan has tested and reviewed thousands of cars and written thousands of car-related articles over the course of his career. Jonathan got his start testing cars for Road & Track magazine as a newly minted mechanical engineer grad from University of California, Irvine, and has also contributed to Motor Trend and the Associated Press. He likes to say he learned to drive a manual transmission in a rear-wheel-drive mid-engine vehicle but often omits it was his family's 1991 Toyota Previa minivan.}

Pros

Quiet interior
Third row is roomy enough for most adults
Easy-to-use infotainment system
Available Super Cruise hands-free driving system

Cons

Minimal cargo space behind third row
Jumpy throttle makes it hard to accelerate smoothly
Overpriced for what you get

What's new

Minor reshuffling of feature content
Part of the first XT6 generation introduced for 2020

Overview

Slotting into Cadillac's lineup between the smaller two-row XT5 and the behemoth Escalade, the three-row XT6 sits in the middle and is aimed at families needing to haul more than five people without the massive size or cost of the biggest luxury liners. It's offered in front- or all-wheel drive with a choice of two engines. We like its practical seating and mostly usable ergonomics, but its value is lacking in certain areas.

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Edmunds spotlight: Middling luxury, strange control choices

For a brand with a rich luxury legacy like Cadillac we expect top-notch finishes as well as cutting-edge tech and safety. The XT6 delivers on the material front. Its upper trims are rich with leather, aluminum and even carbon-fiber accents, which look and feel the part. But the 8-inch infotainment screen looks the same as it did in the 2013 XTS sedan. Meanwhile, many competitors have moved to ultrawide screens for both the center stack and instrument cluster. (A smallish digital cluster is optional on the XT6.) And the choice to require manual activation of the all-wheel-drive system feels very 1995. Meanwhile, every serious competitor engages all-wheel drive seamlessly and automatically. Bottom line? Value is a little lacking in the XT6.

Competitors to consider

The XT6 can't quite run with the top luxury three-row SUVs — think BMW X7, Mercedes-Benz GLE — in terms of luxury or performance, but it doesn't cost as much either. It competes on price with the Acura MDX, Lincoln Aviator and Lexus TX. And its upper trims compete with the lower trims of the Audi Q7. Mazda's CX-90 is a dark-horse entry into the luxury three-row category but it's easily as well finished as the XT6 and offers compelling performance for similar money.

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Average

7.3

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Performance

7/10

How does the XT6 drive? We tested the XT6 with its 3.6-liter V6 engine. At our test track, the XT6 accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 7.3 seconds, which is sufficient for a vehicle of this size but a fair bit behind the segment leaders. Oddly, the all-wheel-drive system doesn't engage automatically, so you have to switch it on manually when you think you need it.

Other disappointing driving traits include torque steer — that's when the steering wheel pulls to one side when you mash the gas — if you don't engage AWD and tricky low-speed drivability because of an overly sensitive gas pedal. Also, the front chin spoiler, which helps with aerodynamics, scrapes on some driveways — a sign that you'll want to avoid off-roading.

Comfort

7.5/10

How comfortable is the XT6? The fairly comfortable front seats have an effective heating function (and cooling on upper trim levels) but lack some adjustability. For example, lumbar support is only two-way adjustable, and there's no thigh cushion extension for those long of leg. The reclinable second-row captain's chairs are relatively comfy but nothing special. As for ride comfort, our test XT6 Sport did a good job of softening hard road impacts but didn't control well the residual up-and-down body motions that followed. This trait could be a problem for motion-sensitive rear passengers.

The automatic climate control system works well and responds immediately to your temperature demands, though the primary controls are split between physical buttons and the touchscreen, which is never really optimal. However, the cabin is pretty well insulated from sound. The XT6 isn't as quiet as an Audi Q7, but it's quieter than many luxury SUVs.

Interior

7.5/10

How’s the interior? Cadillac decided to add a rotary controller to complement its touchscreen interface at a time when most other automakers are getting rid of them. We applaud this decision, but some of the remaining touch-sensitive controls are still finicky to use.

Getting in and out of the XT6 is a breeze thanks to squared-off door openings and the low stepover height. Even crawling into the third row is pretty easy if you get the second-row captain's chairs. Once you're in, there's a pretty good amount of room in all rows. Visibility is good all around and is aided by low-mounted side mirrors and an optional surround-view parking camera system.

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Technology

8/10

How’s the tech? The available 14-speaker Bose audio system has enough output to let you really bump up your tunes with decent sound clarity. Unlike some weaker competitor systems, this one sounds loud at even half the volume. The native navigation responds to natural language and is fairly easy to use. For those who prefer their smartphones, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are included, and there is no shortage of charging options. (We counted six USBs plus a wireless phone charger in our test XT6.)

We generally like the XT6's driving aids. Adaptive cruise works well, but the lane keeping system is more of a prevention aid than an active centering aid. Don't bother getting the expensive night vision option because it doesn't work very well.

Storage

7/10

How’s the storage? Power flat-folding third-row seats are always nice to have, especially if they work quickly, as they do in the XT6. There are controls both at the cargo hatch and the rear passenger door, which is convenient. The cargo area's liftover height is a bit high, and storage behind the third-row seats, at 12.6 cubic feet, is below average. Max cargo capacity is a more appropriate-for-the-class 78.7 cubic feet.

Small-item storage in the cabin is also average. Others in the class offer more clever solutions. We had trouble finding space for sunglasses, for instance. And the upper tray under the armrest is a bit cumbersome to remove, especially if you have the USB cables plugged in. For family duty, the XT6 offers sufficient space in the second row to fit a large rear-facing car seat behind the driver.

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Fuel Economy

7.5/10

How’s the fuel economy? The XT6 with the V6 and all-wheel drive, which is what we tested, gets an EPA-estimated 20 mpg combined, which is about where most of the competition falls. We achieved an average of 22.6 mpg on our mixed-driving evaluation route, which is in line with our expectations and seems to indicate the XT6 will match its window sticker targets.

Value

7/10

Is the XT6 a good value? The XT6 from a value standpoint is sadly less than the sum of its parts. The interior cabin materials are actually quite nice, but the execution of how those materials are put together is lacking. This cabin doesn't quite meet the level of sophistication of other competitors at this price, or even competitors that are thousands of dollars cheaper. Cadillac's MSRP seems too high for what you get here. Many competitors have more to offer, whether it's lower cost or better luxury.

Cadillac offers a better powertrain warranty than the Europeans, and its roadside assistance coverage is better than most other brands.

Wildcard

7/10

We dig the XT6's styling overall and that it's instantly recognizable as a Cadillac. The interior design is also cohesive and works with the underlying design, but it doesn't feel as upscale as others, especially at this price. Where this XT6 mostly loses us is the driving experience. At times we thought to engage the all-wheel-drive system full time just to get rid of the torque-steer issue, but that would come at the cost of fuel efficiency. That probably detracts the most from the luxury experience.

Which XT6 does Edmunds recommend?

The value play in the XT6 lineup is the Premium Luxury trim. It comes with the bigger V6 engine, which is necessary in the XT6. It also brings along ventilated front seats, heated rear seats and wireless phone charging. And it's still about five grand less than the Sport trim.

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Cadillac XT6 models

The 2025 Cadillac XT6 is available in three trim levels: Luxury, Premium Luxury and Sport. The Luxury trim comes with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine (235 horsepower, 258 lb-ft of torque), while Premium Luxury and Sport trims get a 3.6-liter V6 (310 hp, 271 lb-ft). Both engines connect to a nine-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard on the Luxury and Premium Luxury, and all-wheel drive is an option. The Sport comes standard with a performance-oriented all-wheel-drive system. Keep reading for our breakdown of the XT6's significant standard and optional features.

Luxury
Starts off the XT6 lineup with:

18-inch wheels
Panoramic sunroof
LED headlights
Roof rails
Power liftgate
Tri-zone automatic climate control
Synthetic leather upholstery
Second-row bench seat (seven-passenger configuration)
Heated, power-adjustable front seats
8-inch center touchscreen display
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (both with wireless connectivity)
Eight-speaker Bose audio system
Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel
Six USB ports
Power-folding mirrors

Every XT6 also comes with these safety features:

Forward collision mitigation (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
Lane keeping assistance with lane departure warning (steers the XT6 back into its lane if it begins to drift over the lane marker)
Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)
Front and rear parking sensors
Safety alert seat (vibrates the seat in certain scenarios such as when the vehicle drifts from the lane or nears an object while parking)
Rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your path while you're in reverse)
Automatic high beams

Premium Luxury
The midtier trim opens the door to several options and adds these features:

20-inch wheels
Ventilated front seats
Heated rear outboard seats
Leather seating for all three rows
Hands-free liftgate
Rain-sensing wipers
Power-adjustable steering column
Heated steering wheel
Navigation system
Premium 14-speaker Bose audio system
Wireless charging pad

Sport
This trim comes with a sport-tuned all-wheel-drive system and adds:

Torque-vectoring rear axle (can adjust torque individually to the rear tires)
Sport-tuned adaptive suspension
Brembo performance brakes with red painted calipers
Carbon-fiber interior accents
Special styling treatments

The following packages and options are limited to the Premium Luxury and Sport trims:

Platinum package

Super Cruise (allows for hands-free driving on select highways and under certain situations)
Night vision system
Adaptive sport suspension (Premium Luxury only)
Premium leather upholstery
Synthetic suede headliner
Leather steering wheel
Adaptive suspension

Driver Assist package

Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the XT6 and the car in front)
Enhanced forward collision mitigation system
Rear automatic braking (brakes if sensors detect an imminent collision with an object behind the vehicle while backing up)
Automatic seat-belt tightening

Technology package

Digital gauge cluster display
Head-up display (displays important information in your sight line on the windshield)
Digital rearview mirror (allows you to see out of the back even with a fully loaded cargo area)
Surround-view camera system (gives you a top-down view of the XT6 and its surroundings for tight parking situations)
Automated parking system (steers into a parking spot with no driver intervention)

Many stand-alone options are also available for the top two trims, including:

Super Cruise (allows for hands-free driving on select highways and under certain situations)
Second-row captain's chairs (reducing capacity to six passengers)
Night vision system
Smart towing package (hitch guidance, hitch view, heavy-duty alternator, heavy-duty cooling system)

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John D., 10/02/2021

2022 Cadillac XT6 Premium Luxury 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A)

Simpler design for Cadillac compared to others but well proportioned make this an elegant design overall and easy on the eyes. Driving dynamics exceeded my expectations for Cadillac. Feels more like BMW on the road. Does not feel or look plastic or cheap in anyway. Interior may not be top of class but well executed and hits all the marks for luxury SUV. V6 has plenty of power and quicker …

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Dk, 02/25/2022

2022 Cadillac XT6 Premium Luxury 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A)

I like the comfort and style of the interior. I have the premium luxury trim level. Great sound with the Bose 14 speaker system. I added the technoology package which has nice added features. The ride is smooth and i dont mind the manual adjustment from 2wd to AWD or sport mode. I like that the touch screen is built into the dash and not exposed like most vehicles today.

Nice vehicle for its segment but not a leader.

E, 11/23/2022

2023 Cadillac XT6 Sport 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A)

Very good vehicle overall but as Edmunds rated this vehicle perfectly. Its a very nice vehicle, sharp design inside & out but the competition offers more features for the same or less money. The 14 speaker Bose sound system is decent! Skip the luxury trim as its main detraction is the 2.0 turbo 4 cylinder. The 2.0 is significantly less powerful than the 3.6 and the gas mileage … difference is not far off from each other. I would also skip the FWD version. I opted for the Sport trim which comes standard with a different AWD system, Brembo brakes & 3.6 V6. I was surprised at this price point that this vehicle exhibits cheap, hard plastics combined with nice leather and carbon fibre trim. I mean, what were these design engineers thinking? It seems like what GM is known for: Spend money where it counts but when it comes to saving money, they make it very obvious and pass it on to the consumer! I am also not a fan of the driver seat comfort in this vehicle. At this price point, this vehicle should have adjustable thigh support extensions, upper lumbar adjustments & adjustable bottom & side bolsters! I can never find a good seating position while driving because of these missing features. If you are seriously considering this model, do yourself a favor and spend extra time in the driver seat, play with all the positions and try to find a nice setting for yourself. My vehicle came with the optional 6 passenger seating for $800. A note to GM: Why does it cost $800 to go from the standard 7 passenger seating to 6 passenger? The Third row is useful in emergencies, if you travel with smaller passengers or children that sit in the back but anyone over 5ft will not be comfortable in the third row for extended travel times. Another annoying feature is that you cannot set the safety alert seat and parking sensor audio warning at the same time. You have to choose from either the safety alert seat warning OR the warning beeps. I did have experience with Cadillac in the past & previously had an XT5 ( XT5 & XT6 share a similar platform and interior bit with the only difference being the passenger capacity) The XT5 is a better vehicle overall, if you don't need the third row seating. I have also had several BMW's in the past as well that had features for less money that the XT6 is missing. For Ex: Heads up display, fully digital instrument cluster & a plethora of front seat adjustments for optimal comfort.

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bjg 2022, 06/06/2022

2022 Cadillac XT6 Premium Luxury 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A)

after owning several bmws and lexus i went back to cadillac , i just purchased a 2022 xt6 premium luxury, and so far so good my only hangup is the quality of the interior materials everything looks and feels cheap compared to lexus and bmw. I knew this prior to buying it though. Everything else is fine,it's roomy, rides nice and looks awesome. will continue to update has the years …

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2025 Cadillac XT6 Features & Specs

Trim:

Luxury

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$49,195
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	23 MPG
Cost to Drive	$209/month
Seating	7 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	12.6 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the XT6 include:

Back-up camera
Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Departure Warning
Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test	Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated	Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original	Good
Side Impact Test – Updated	Not Tested
Roof Strength Test	Good
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint	Good

FAQ

Is the Cadillac XT6 a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 XT6 both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.3 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2025 XT6 gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 35 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the XT6 has 12.6 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Cadillac XT6. Learn more

What's new in the 2025 Cadillac XT6?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 Cadillac XT6:

Minor reshuffling of feature content
Part of the first XT6 generation introduced for 2020

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Is the Cadillac XT6 reliable?

To determine whether the Cadillac XT6 is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the XT6. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the XT6's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2025 Cadillac XT6 a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 Cadillac XT6 is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2025 XT6 and gave it a 7.3 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2025 XT6 gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 35 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 XT6 is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2025 Cadillac XT6?

The least-expensive 2025 Cadillac XT6 is the 2025 Cadillac XT6 Luxury 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $49,195.

Other versions include:

Luxury 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A) which starts at $49,195
Luxury 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A) which starts at $51,195
Premium Luxury 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A) which starts at $55,395
Premium Luxury 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A) which starts at $57,395
Sport 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A) which starts at $60,695

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What are the different models of Cadillac XT6?

If you're interested in the Cadillac XT6, the next question is, which XT6 model is right for you? XT6 variants include Luxury 4dr SUV (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A), Luxury 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 9A), Premium Luxury 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A), and Premium Luxury 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A). For a full list of XT6 models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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