The Car Connection Expert Review
Likes
- Smooth V-6 engine
- Super Cruise availability
- Spacious interior
- Good infotainment tech
Dislikes
- Bland rear-end styling
- Dull cabin
- Weak turbo-4
- Expensive with options
Buying tip
features & specs
The 2024 Cadillac XT6 shows off clean lines and is available with plenty of driver-assistance tech, though that’s not enough to shine among luxury SUVs.
What kind of vehicle is the 2024 Cadillac XT6? What does it compare to?
The 2024 Cadillac XT6 is a spacious three-row SUV that’s a good match for the Hyundai Palisade and Volvo XC90.
Is the 2024 Cadillac XT6 a good SUV?
It’s a decent choice overall. We like the 2024 XT6 for its plush ride and spacious enough interior. Cadillac includes good infotainment tech and offers the innovative Super Cruise system. Overall, the XT6 earns 6.3 out of 10 on the TCC scale. (Read more about how we rate cars.)
What's new for the 2024 Cadillac XT6?
For 2024, the XT6 gets a small price hike across the lineup, two new extra-cost exterior color options, and new accent packages on the Sport trim.
The XT6 wears Cadillac’s latest styling, though it’s not as complex here as on its contemporaries, with a sporty nose that flows into a traditional two-box shape that culminates with a dull tail end. The cabin is as roomy as it is dull.
The entry-level turbo-4 produces 235 hp, which this 4,400-pound SUV may push to its limits. The 3.6-liter V-6 in Premium Luxury and Sport models is a better choice, with a 9-speed automatic transmission, strong acceleration, and a refined feel. The optional all-wheel-drive system is less appealing thanks to its front-wheel-drive mode, which ostensibly saves fuel but requires deactivation by the tap of a button in snow or other slippery conditions.
With the turbo-4, the XT6 rates up to 23 mpg combined, while V-6 models with all-wheel drive drop to just 21 mpg.
The XT6 stretches nearly 199 inches long, which makes a big SUV with a spacious cabin in the first two rows. The third row is snug, but it’ll work for children. Cargo capacity behind row three is below average, but the huge cabin provides plenty of passenger and luggage space behind the first two rows.
Strong crash-test results are bolstered with plenty of advanced safety tech. Cadillac’s available Super Cruise system is the real charmer, which is expensive but enables limited hands-free driving on many highways. For a road warrior, it’s worth the cost.
How much does the 2024 Cadillac XT6 cost?
The XT6 starts at about $52,000, including the $1,395 destination charge, but we’d budget another $6,000 for the mid-tier Premium Luxury version. With all-wheel-drive and a few other upgrades, you can keep it at about $64,000.
Where is the 2024 Cadillac XT6 made?
In Spring Hill, Tennessee.
2024 Cadillac XT6 Styling
Clean exterior lines impress, but the cabin of the Cadillac XT6 falls short of expectation
Is the Cadillac XT6 a good-looking car?
The 2024 Cadillac XT6 is simple yet sharp outside, but the interior falls short.We like the mesh-like grille and linked headlights up front enough to award an extra point, good for 6 out of 10 on the TCC scale.
The XT6 has a traditional two-box shape it wears well enough, and the high roofline provides good interior space. From the rear, sedan-like taillights and big reflectors feel almost like afterthoughts, particularly in Cadillac showrooms alongside the more attractive XT4.
Unfortunately, it’s no better in the cabin. The XT6’s layout is reasonably convenient, with an 8.0-inch touchscreen and physical controls, but the look falls short of luxury. Rivals like BMW and Mercedes layer on thoughtful touches, while the XT6 seems like a dolled-up mainstream model.
2024 Cadillac XT6 Performance
The 2024 Cadillac XT6 delivers strong performance with the optional V-6 engine.
The XT6 scores a 6 out of 10 here due to its comfortable ride.
Is the Cadillac XT6 4WD?
All-wheel drive is optional. Just remember you’ll need to tap the all-wheel-drive button to activate it, since the Cadillac XT6 is one of few AWD vehicles with a two-wheel-drive mode.
How fast is the Cadillac XT6?
The base XT6 gets a 2.0-liter turbo-4 with just 235 hp, which isn’t enough to authoritatively move 4,400 or so pounds. The 3.6-liter V-6 with 310 hp and a smooth 9-speed automatic transmission is the better choice.
The ride is even better yet, with good control and smooth feel even if one of the larger wheel designs is selected. The optional adaptive dampers don’t seem to make much difference, however.
The XT6, even in Sport trim, is far from sporty, thanks to its soft suspension and considerable heft. If driving enjoyment is a priority, rivals like the BMW X5 may be a better fit.
2024 Cadillac XT6 Comfort & Quality
Comfortable and spacious in the first two rows, the 2024 Cadillac XT6 provides a pleasant interior.
Some competitors go farther in terms of luxurious design, but there’s no argument over space and comfort with the 2024 Cadillac XT6. We award points for comfort in the front and middle rows, seating for at least five adults, and cargo volume. It’s a 9.
The XT6’s standard configuration has seating for seven, but we prefer the six-seat version since the cabin is narrower than larger SUVs. Front riders get the best seats, but row two is a close second with a reasonable 39.1 inches of legroom. The rearmost row is tolerable for adults in stints, though it’s somewhat less luxurious and legroom gets cut to less than 30 inches.
The XT6 measures less than 13 cubic feet for cargo behind the third row, but the second row folds to open up 43.1 cubes and total capacity tops out at almost 80 cubic feet.
Build quality is high, but the XT6 is finished in middling materials even if you splurge on the upgraded leather. Even some mainstream models have nicer cabins than this Cadillac.
2024 Cadillac XT6 Safety
The 2024 Cadillac XT6 is a safe choice.
How safe is the Cadillac XT6?
With solid crash-test results and the option of General Motors’ Super Cruise limited hands-free driving system, the 2024 Cadillac XT6 rates a 9 out of 10 here.
Top crash-test ratings from the NHTSA and the IIHS are good for two points above average. Standard features include active lane control, automatic emergency braking, and blind-spot monitors, while a surround-view camera and adaptive cruise control are optional.
You’ll have to jump through some hoops to add Super Cruise, because what appears to be a $2,500 package ends up costing about $8,000 by the time all the requisite upgrades are added. Still, Super Cruise drives itself provided the driver keeps eyes on the road, which is a great way to reduce driver fatigue along an increasingly large network of mapped highways across the U.S.
2024 Cadillac XT6 Features
Get the Cadillac XT6 in mid-tier Premium Luxury trim for the best value.
The 2024 Cadillac XT6 is available in three trims, but the mid-level version is most impressive. With good standard features and a vast menu of options, it rates 7 out of 10 on the TCC scale.
Cadillac’s 4-year/50,000-mile warranty coverage is typical for luxury SUVs.
Base models cost a bit less than $52,000, which includes the turbo-4 engine, synthetic leather upholstery, heated front seats, an 8.0-inch touchscreen, and wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Which Cadillac XT6 should I buy?
We’d spend our money on the mid-tier Premium Luxury, which costs $57,785 and delivers on its name with the V-6 engine, genuine leather upholstery, and a power-folding rear row. There’s a wide range of options, but budget around $64,000 for a model with adaptive cruise control and premium paint. For another $5,000, you’ll get upgraded leather and Super Cruise, resulting in a genuinely luxurious XT6.
How much is a fully loaded Cadillac XT6?
You can spend upwards of $80,000 for an XT6 Sport with all the boxes ticked, though rivals at that price point may be more compelling.
2024 Cadillac XT6 Fuel Economy
The 2024 Cadillac XT6 is not among the more fuel-efficient luxury crossover SUVs.
Is the Cadillac XT6 good on gas?
The XT6 is a thirsty vehicle and isn’t available with a hybrid option. Based on 2023 fuel economy ratings, V-6 versions are estimated for 18 mpg city, 25 highway, 21 combined, though at least the combined mpg is consistent for both FWD and AWD configurations.
With these numbers, the Cadillac XT6 rates a 2 on the TCC scale.
With the turbo-4, the XT6 can rate up to 23 mpg combined, but these models may not be much more thrifty than the V-6 versions considering the weaker power-to-weight ratio.