The 2023 Cadillac XT6 is a 3-row luxury SUV with seating for up to seven people, a turbo 4-cylinder or available V6 engine, and front-wheel (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD) configurations. Starting at approximately $48,600, Cadillac offers the XT6 in three main trims: Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Sport.
Helping it stand out in a highly competitive field, the XT6 comes with a strong lineup of standard features, including all-important tech items like wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The XT6 can also be configured in a 6-passenger format with the optional second-row captain’s chairs, making access to the third-row seats more manageable. Unlike several rivals, the rear-most seats in the XT6 are usable by adults.
Cadillac’s Super Cruise semi-autonomous highway driving system is a $2,500 option on the XT6, and Night Vision also is available for an extra $2,000.
With its handsome exterior styling and roomy cabin, the XT6 makes a compelling case amidst formidable competitors such as the Lincoln Aviator, Acura MDX, Lexus RX-L, and Genesis GV80.
Let’s look at the XT6’s available trims and their attendant features.
2023 Cadillac XT6 Luxury (starting price of $48,595, estimated)
The Cadillac XT6 in entry-level Luxury trim is hardly a no-frills SUV. One of the biggest plusses with the XT6 is its comprehensive lineup of standard features and a price that significantly undercuts much of the competition, including the BMW X5 and Mercedes-Benz GLE Class.
Powering the XT6 Luxury is a 237-horsepower, turbocharged 4-cylinder coupled to a 9-speed automatic transmission. FWD is standard, though you can add AWD for $2,000. Performance from this engine is suitable for most driving needs, though it can feel underpowered compared to many competing premium SUVs.
Standard comfort and tech touches in the XT6 Luxury include synthetic leather seating surfaces, tri-zone climate control, heated front seats, power-adjustable front seats, a sunroof, 8-speaker Bose audio system, SiriusXM satellite radio, and an 8-inch touchscreen. The infotainment system includes popular features like wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a Wi-Fi hot spot, and six USB ports.
When it comes to safety, the XT6 Luxury has you covered with automatic emergency braking, forward-collision warning, pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and more. These are part of what Cadillac calls the brand’s Smart System of active safety features.
Other than adding AWD, the XT6 Luxury trim’s option sheet consists of some cosmetic upgrades, such as the Onyx Package and Radiant Package. As the names suggest, these add items like gloss-black exterior trim or larger chrome-finish alloy wheels. Pricing ranges from about $4,000 for the Radiant Package to $4,700 for the Onyx Package.
If safety is a higher priority than fashion, the Driver Assist Package costs $1,300 and includes adaptive cruise control, enhanced automatic emergency braking, rear emergency braking, and automatic seatbelt-tightening.
With its base price of $48,595, plus a destination charge of $1,395, the 2023 Cadillac XT6 Luxury totals $49,990. Financing for 60 months at a 3% interest rate with no money down results in a monthly payment of about $898. See 2023 Cadillac XT6 Luxury models for sale
2023 Cadillac XT6 Luxury includes:
- Seating flexibility – The third row in the XT6 fits adults, not just kids.
- Technology – Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard with the 8-inch infotainment system.
- FWD or AWD – The XT6 Luxury lets you choose between FWD or AWD. Opting for FWD returns better fuel mileage.
2023 Cadillac XT6 Premium Luxury (starting price of $54,795, estimated)
The XT6 Premium Luxury could be the best blend of value and amenities offered by this Cadillac SUV. It comes standard with a 310-horsepower V6 in either FWD or AWD configurations.
While the V6 doesn’t turn the XT6 into a Corvette when it comes to sheer straight-line speed, it does provide substantially better performance than the base turbo 4-cylinder. Once again, adding AWD costs an extra $2,000.
What else do you get on the Premium Luxury variant of the XT6? Quite a bit, actually. this includes natural leather seating surfaces, ventilated front seats, wireless device charging, a hands-free liftgate, 20-inch wheels, rain-sensing wipers, and a power tilt/telescoping heated steering wheel.
You can also opt for the second-row captain’s chairs for $800. You’ll lose one seating position but gain easier access to the roomy third row.
Like the Luxury trim, the Premium Luxury has various cosmetic packages that add more flair to the exterior and interior of the XT6.
One of the smarter option choices, though, is the Technology Package. For about $1,350, this includes a surround-view parking camera, rear camera mirror with integrated washer, self-parking assist, and an 8-inch digital information display positioned in front of the driver.
Starting at $54,795, plus the destination charge of $1,395, a Cadillac XT6 Premium Luxury costs $56,190. Financing for 60 months at 3% interest with no money down results in a monthly payment of about $1,010. See 2023 Cadillac XT6 Premium Luxury models for sale
2023 Cadillac XT6 Premium Luxury includes:
- 3.6-liter V6 – The 310-horsepower V6 in the Premium Luxury is much livelier than the base turbo inline-4.
- Second-row captain’s chairs – These individual seats are comfortable. They also make it easier for passengers to access the third row.
- Interior upgrade – Real leather seating surfaces are standard, as is a heated steering wheel and wireless device charging.
2023 Cadillac XT6 Sport (starting price of $60,095, estimated)
Sitting atop the lineup, the XT6 Sport comes with the 310-horsepower V6, AWD, and an adaptive suspension as standard equipment. Coupled with the same 9-speed automatic transmission found in other XT6 trims, the Sport also adds larger red-painted Brembo front brakes. These beefier brakes help bring this sizable SUV to a stop quickly and without drama.
By and large, the option packages found on the Premium Luxury trim apply to the Sport. The available packages include the Technology Package ($2,350), the Driver Assist Package ($1,300), and several cosmetic package upgrades.
Other add-ons include a pairing of onboard navigation with a 14-speaker Bose stereo system for $1,000.
Starting at $60,095 plus a $1,395 destination charge, the 2023 Cadillac XT6 Sport costs $61,490. Financing for 60 months at 3% interest and with no money down results in a monthly payment of about $1,105. See 2023 Cadillac XT6 Sport models for sale
2023 Cadillac XT6 Sport includes:
- Adaptive suspension – Tightens the suspension and provides a sportier feel to the XT6.
- Bigger brakes – The Cadillac XT6 Sport uses large Brembo front disc brakes that better resist heat fade.
- AWD – The Sport is the only XT6 that comes standard with AWD.
