Pros: Availability of muscular twin-turbo V6; smooth, composed ride; regal interior trimmings for the price
Cons: Not all drivers like CUE touchscreen system; not as nimble as some class competitors; so-so acceleration with base V6
CG Says: The 2017 Cadillac XTS is essentially unchanged. A minor upgrade to the Cue operating system is the only change of note. XTS occupies a slice of the rather wide price gap between “regular” large cars and premium-large cars and has surprisingly few direct competitors. We like that the XTS offers plenty of room, numerous safety features, near-opulent luxury, and decent driving dynamics, all at the lower end of the premium price point. There are plenty of high-tech features too, but some traditional customers might be turned of by the added complication they bring. Still, this is a car well worth considering if its many strengths meet your needs.
Class | Premium Large Car |
Body Style(s) | 4-door sedan |
Passenger Count | 5 |
Drive Wheels | front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
Manufacturer | Cadillac |
Nation of Manufacture | Canada |
Base Prices | Base: $45,295 Luxury: $49,295 AWD Luxury: $51,295 Premium Luxury: $55,795 AWD Premium Luxury: $57,995 Platinum: $64,595 AWD Platinum: $66,795 AWD Vsport Premium Luxury: $63,795 AWD Vsport Platinum: $72,395 |
Base Engine 3.6-liter V6 |
Horsepower 304 |
Std. Transmission 6-speed automatic |
Avail. Transmission NA |
EPA City Range (mpg) 17-18 |
EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 26-28 |
Optional Engine turbocharged 3.6-liter V6 |
Horsepower 410 |
Std. Transmission 6-speed automatic |
Avail. Transmission NA |
EPA City Range (mpg) 16 |
EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 23 |