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Cadillac XTS

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Available trims

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  • 4dr Sdn FWD
    Starts at
    $45,295
    18 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Luxury Collection FWD
    Starts at
    $49,250
    18 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Luxury Collection AWD
    Starts at
    $51,250
    17 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Premium Collection FWD
    Starts at
    $55,705
    18 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Premium Collection AWD
    Starts at
    $57,935
    17 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Premium V-sport AWD
    Starts at
    $63,770
    16 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Platinum FWD
    Starts at
    $64,550
    18 City / 28 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Platinum AWD
    Starts at
    $66,780
    17 City / 26 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Platinum V-sport AWD
    Starts at
    $72,320
    16 City / 23 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Apple CarPlay smartphone mirroring now offered
Surround Vision camera system now available
OnStar with 4G LTE and Wi-Fi hot spot
Front- or all-wheel drive
Self-parking feature available
Many active safety features available

The good & the bad

The good

Twin-turbo V-6's power, refinement
Intuitive transmission on open roads
Platinum's luxurious interior
Roomy backseat
Large trunk

The bad

Unnecessarily firm ride
Shift refinement in heavy traffic
Rear visibility
CUE's lack of physical knobs
Backup camera not standard

Expert 2016 Cadillac XTS review

our expert's take
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Vehicle Overview

The five-seat Cadillac XTS full-size luxury sedan is offered with front- or all-wheel drive. A 304-horsepower, 3.6-liter V-6 is standard, while the Vsport trim level uses a twin-turbo version of the V-6 that produces 410 hp.
New for 2016
A Surround Vision camera system that provides a 360-degree overhead view of the XTS is now included in the available Driver Awareness Package. Cadillac has enhanced its Cadillac User Experience multimedia system to make the available navigation feature easier to use. CUE also now supports Apple CarPlay smartphone mirroring using the system’s dashboard screen. Android Auto capability is due later in the model year. Wireless charging of compatible smartphones is also new, and the Platinum trim level gets a new grille.
Significant Standard Features

  • Adaptive suspension with Magnetic Ride Control
  • Brembo-brand front brakes
  • Leather seats and wood interior trim
  • Xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights
  • 4G LTE with Wi-Fi hot spot (data subscription required)
  • Cadillac User Experience multimedia system with 8-inch touch-screen
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • Adaptive headlights and automatic high-beam control
  • Rear-seat entertainment system
  • Head-up display
  • Forward collision warning and automatic braking
  • Blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Safety Alert Seat vibrates to warn driver of an impending safety issue

2016 Cadillac XTS review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The five-seat Cadillac XTS full-size luxury sedan is offered with front- or all-wheel drive. A 304-horsepower, 3.6-liter V-6 is standard, while the Vsport trim level uses a twin-turbo version of the V-6 that produces 410 hp.
New for 2016
A Surround Vision camera system that provides a 360-degree overhead view of the XTS is now included in the available Driver Awareness Package. Cadillac has enhanced its Cadillac User Experience multimedia system to make the available navigation feature easier to use. CUE also now supports Apple CarPlay smartphone mirroring using the system’s dashboard screen. Android Auto capability is due later in the model year. Wireless charging of compatible smartphones is also new, and the Platinum trim level gets a new grille.
Significant Standard Features

  • Adaptive suspension with Magnetic Ride Control
  • Brembo-brand front brakes
  • Leather seats and wood interior trim
  • Xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights
  • 4G LTE with Wi-Fi hot spot (data subscription required)
  • Cadillac User Experience multimedia system with 8-inch touch-screen
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • Adaptive headlights and automatic high-beam control
  • Rear-seat entertainment system
  • Head-up display
  • Forward collision warning and automatic braking
  • Blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Safety Alert Seat vibrates to warn driver of an impending safety issue

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Safety review

Based on the 2016 Cadillac XTS base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
11.8%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
11.8%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
4 years / 50,000 miles
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Maintenance
4 years / 50,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
6 years / 70,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 years / less than 60,000 miles
Basic
New: 4 years / 50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper; CPO: One year / unlimited miles bumper-to-bumper
Dealer certification
172-point inspection

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Consumer reviews

4.7 / 5
Based on 43 reviews
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Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.8
Performance 4.5
Value 4.4
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

  • Very Nice

    I love this car. It has fast acceleration, luxury ride many safety features that even made my insurance cost decrease. And the work well. It reminds my of My 1989 Pontiac Bonniville SSE. Powerful Luxury
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Big Daddy in the Caddy

    My Experience is I'm in Love my First Cadillac that I Own. One of the best Decisions I ever made. go upgrade to Escalade later this year. Comfortable ✔️ luxurious ✔️ Smooth ✔️ Cool ✔️Calm✔️ And Collective ✔️ Let's Ride 👍🏾👍🏾
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Most beautiful and luxurious car I've owned.

    Very satisfied with the looks, bells and whistles and performance. It's a beauty. Lots of room for passengers CUE is good once you get to know it. I love this car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Most Reliable this car

    This car met all of my needs. It has plenty of legroom in the front and back, the ride is great compared to other cars I tested.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Great car for the money

    I bought a 2013 Cadillac XTS premium all-wheel drive with the V6. I paid $15,000 for it in 2019 and I have no regrets. The car has great performance Cadillac luxury and comfort. The amenities at technology is great although I am going to end up replacing the Cadillac cue system the heads up display in the digital instrumentation is awesome. Trunk space is adequate not as big as some of the bigger Cadillacs but it's plenty big for me.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • great luxury value

    I have had many cars in my life new and used and this was my favorite, I am buying a newer model again. Sophisticated elegance with some sport DNA I think makes it attractive for several age groups.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • 2016 Platinum Vsport Turbo

    Bought this demo car with 2000 miles from dealer for mid $50k four years ago. 56k miles on it now and just now only had to replace battery. Great Cadillac road side assistance 6 year 72k miles. I had to pay for battery because car out of manufacturer warranty, but they came to my home and no labor charge. I wish they would put SuperCruise on it. I'd buy another one in a heartbeat.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Most luxurious car I ever owned!

    Never had a car with so much luxury! Exterior and interior colors are exquisite! Many bells and whistles to be appreciated! For a 2016 it only had 21.4K miles too!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Most reliable

    Car met all needs , comfort sound and very reliable on road , gas mileage is excellent, highway mileage is also great , back seat is very comfortable and comes with heated seats
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • beautiful automobile

    It has every bell and whistle You could want. All leather, everything You can imagine. Beauty,Elegant, Smooth,Comfortable. My Wife loves riding in it and said she feels rich in it.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Wow the XTS vsport is Awesome

    This is the nicest car I have ever driven. Including US maded and luxury imports. It exceeded my expectations in luxury, comfort, styling, performance, handling, stereo, features, interior and exterior. I have own over 30 and have rented at least 50 different vehicles and this is my favorite.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • The comfortable car I needed!

    I needed a car that could absorb the road due to multiple back surgeries. This car takes care of that. Zero road noise so a conversation can actually happen. Will continue to be loyal to Cadillac!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Cadillac XTS?

The 2016 Cadillac XTS is available in 6 trim levels:

  • (1 style)
  • Luxury Collection (2 styles)
  • Platinum (2 styles)
  • Platinum V-sport (1 style)
  • Premium Collection (2 styles)
  • Premium V-sport (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Cadillac XTS?

The 2016 Cadillac XTS offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 28 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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Is the 2016 Cadillac XTS reliable?

The 2016 Cadillac XTS has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Cadillac XTS owners.

Is the 2016 Cadillac XTS a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Cadillac XTS. 95.3% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 43 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.8
  • Performance: 4.5
  • Value: 4.4
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 4.6

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