2021 Cadillac XT6 Review

Name: 2021 Cadillac XT6 Review
Brand: Cadillac

Price Range: $19,795 - $41,998

The 2021 Cadillac XT6 is a sharp-looking newcomer to the midsize three-row SUV segment. Appealing 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. We were underwhelmed mostly by its poor drivability and an all-wheel-drive system you have to engage manually. On top of that, it seems a bit overpriced.

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2021 Cadillac XT6 Review

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What's new

Luxury trim level debuts below Premium Luxury and Sport
New base 237-horsepower turbocharged four-cylinder engine
Wireless compatibility for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Part of the first XT6 generation introduced for 2020

Cost to Drive

Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia

$209/mo

$230/mo

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Cadillac XT6 Owner Reviews

3.8

31 reviews

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Most Helpful Owner Reviews

GREAT SUV!

Xt6 lover. , 12/28/2020

2021 Cadillac XT6 Premium Luxury 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A)

This truck is great. Super quiet, comfortable and roomy. I’m 6’3”, and have plenty of leg and head room. Second row easily fits bulky rear facing car seats without compromising front seat leg room. Door openings are huge and open all the way, so getting in and out is easy, and getting car seats in/out is easy. Seats are big and comfortable, the ride is very smooth, and very quiet. V6 …

XT6

Kyle, 10/12/2020

2020 Cadillac XT6 Sport 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A)

My wife has driven a full size XL version of Suburban or Yukon for the past 20 years. With the kids out of the house now, it was time to go a little smaller and sporty. The XT6 Sport model fit the bill. The wife loves it and we didn’t really give up much cargo space. Spend the money and go with the AWD or AWD Sport model. We teat drove the FWD and there is no comparison.

Highly disappointed with the 2020 Cadillac XT6

David S. Klein, MD, 10/11/2021

2020 Cadillac XT6 Premium Luxury 4dr SUV (3.6L 6cyl 9A)

The fit and finish of the vehicle is exceptional. The ride is marvelous. The top end electronic package, while expensive, has been a tremendous disappointment. It has not worked since the day it was delivered. We have had this car in and out of the service department over 6 times. the computer on the car has a flaw that can make it 'go out' while you are driving down the road, it …

awful car

Stephen Medlin, 08/05/2021

2020 Cadillac XT6 Premium Luxury 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 9A)

be careful with this vehicle. I bought one new in April of 21 and it's been a nightmare. The brakes make a roaring sound when pressed. The car has been at the dealership over 60 days and they can't seem to find the problem. Also, Cadillac refused to help. If I could give zero stars, that would be my rating

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2021 XT6 Highlights

Trim:

Luxury

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$47,995
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

Our experts like the XT6 models:

Safety Alert Seat: Vibrates the driver's seat to alert you of things such as unintentional lane departure.
Teen Driver: Monitors driving habits, prevents disabling safety features such as stability control, and lets parents limit the volume of the stereo.
Rear Camera Mirror: Displays the view of a wide-angle camera in the rearview mirror to make reversing safer and easier.

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash Rating
Overall5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating
Overall5 / 5
Driver5 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front Seat5 / 5
Back Seat5 / 5
Rollover
Rollover4 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of Rollover16.4%

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

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2021 Cadillac XT6 Review

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2021 Cadillac XT6 Review

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