2016 Cadillac XTS review
Cadillac XTS highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Comfortable and capacious cabin
- Optional V6 engine packs a lot of horsepower
- Lengthy feature list full of tech and luxury equipment
Cons
- Standard V6 doesn’t offer great acceleration
- Fiddly audio interface controls
- Narrow trunk opening makes loading tricky
Mileage (EPA estimate)
16 city, 23 highway, 18 combined
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A spacious sedan full of luxury and tech
Looking for comfort, luxury, power, and a wealth of gadgets in one sleek sedan package? You’ve come to exactly the right place. The 2016 Cadillac XTS is a full-size sedan offering a spacious cabin, a smooth ride, and a stacked feature list full of tech and convenience equipment from top to bottom. It’s the kind of vehicle that makes any journey a special experience, especially when you add a powerful V6 engine and sturdy handling into the mix.
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What is new for the 2016 Cadillac XTS?
- XTS trims have been upgraded with Seat Massagers as standard equipment this year.
- The Base trim now comes with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as standard equipment.
- The Vsport Platinum trim now comes with Cruise Control as standard equipment.
- The Platinum trim now comes with Cruise Control as standard equipment.
5 reasons to buy the 2016 Cadillac XTS
1. Spacious, feature-rich cabin
If you’re after a full-size vehicle with an equally full-size interior, the 2016 XTS is an ideal pick for you. Inside the generous cabin has seating for up to five passengers, and with 42.1 inches of front seat legroom and 40 inches of rear seat legroom, everyone will have plenty of space to stretch out. You and your crew will also love the array of standard comfort features, including leather seat surfaces and dual-zone automatic climate control.
2. Equally generous cargo space
Matching the capacious cabin of the 2016 XTS is an equally roomy trunk. With an impressive 18 cu-ft of cargo volume behind the rear seats, even a full house of passengers will have plenty of space for their luggage in the back with room to spare. Should you need to transport larger items, 60/40 split-folding rear seats with a lockable cargo pass-through are included as standard, to open up more storage space.
3. Optional V6 engine packs a punch
You have a choice of two 3.6L V6 engine options available on the 2016 XTS. If power is a priority for you, the optional twin-turbocharged Vsport motor is a great choice. All models with this engine also include a six-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. This all culminates in a power output of 410 horsepower and 396 lb-ft of torque, getting you from zero to 60 mph in just 5.4 seconds — pretty impressive for a full-size luxury sedan.
4. Comfortable ride meets crisp handling
The underpinnings of the 2016 XTS expertly balance comfort with sturdy handling. You'll get adaptive suspension dampers with automatic leveling, as well as rear air springs as standard. This means you get a smooth ride for highway cruising, as well as relatively agile and sharp handling for when you want to have some fun — particularly for all-wheel-drive models.
5. Lengthy list of standard tech features
If you like tech, you’ll love the lengthy feature list of the 2016 XTS. Standard features include Bluetooth® connectivity, an available Wi-FI hotspot, the Cadillac User Experience infotainment system, an eight-inch touchscreen display, Apple CarPlay® integration, and an eight-speaker Bose® sound system.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Cadillac XTS an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Cadillac XTS 16th out of 48 among Luxury Fullsize Cars.
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Platinum 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Adjustable Suspension
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Apple CarPlay
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- BOSE Sound System
- Front Seat Heaters
- Head Up Display
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Seat Massagers
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Automated Parking
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Entertainment System
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.6L
Horsepower
304
Torque (ft-lbs)
264
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
19
Wheelbase
111.7"
Overall length
202"
Width
72.9"
Height
59.1"
Leg room
F 42.1"/R 40"
Head room
F 39"/R 37.8"
Front tires
P245/40R20
Rear tires
P245/40R20
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
100/1000 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2016 Cadillac XTS FAQ
The 2016 Cadillac XTS is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Base : 18 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- Luxury : 18 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- Platinum : 18 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- Premium : 18 MPG City and 28 MPG Highway
- Vsport Platinum : 16 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Vsport Premium : 16 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
The Cadillac XTS received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Cadillac XTS as 15 out of 48 among Luxury Fullsize Car
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The 2016 Cadillac XTS has a maximum towing capacity of 1000 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2016 Cadillac XTS:
- Seat Massagers
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
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