2023 CADILLAC XT6
Overview
There aren’t too many vehicles out there that effortlessly combine luxury with family hauling, but the 2023 Cadillac XT6 does that with remarkable ease. The sleek 7-seater midsize luxury SUV oozes prestige from every angle, from its confident and luxurious front fascia to its opulent interior brimming with luxury touches. Changes are few for the XT6 this year with noteworthy ones including three new exterior colors (Radiant Red Tintcoat, Opulent Blue Metallic, and Argent Silver Metallic) and standard ventilated front seats and heated rear seats for the Premium Luxury and Sport trim levels.
The Perfect Ride For…
Tech-savvy families that want to ride in the lap of luxury will enjoy the 2023 Cadillac XT6’s numerous tech features. These include the Cadillac User Experience, serving as the main hub for the midsize luxury SUV’s various infotainment, navigation, and convenience tech. An available built-in Wi-Fi hotspot lets up to 7 devices surf the web from up to 50 feet away from the vehicle. The XT6 also offers seamless wireless smartphone integration with both Apple and Android platforms. The available 14-speaker Bose Performance Series premium audio system hits the sweet spot when it comes to audio quality and clarity. For nighttime drives, the available Night Vision system delivers a thermal image feed of what’s directly ahead to the digital driver information center on your instrument cluster.
Drive and Handling
Cadillac gives you two ways to motivate your 2023 XT6, depending on which trim you choose. The standard Luxury trim comes with a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder engine under the hood, which puts out a respectable 237 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. Fuel economy for this engine stands at an impressive 23 mpg combined (21 mpg city/27 mpg highway) for FWD models.
If you want more power, the 3.6-liter V6 delivers with a solid 310 horsepower and 271 pound-feet of torque. You’ll find this engine in the Premium Luxury and Sport trims. You can choose between FWD and AWD on the Luxury and Premium Luxury trims, but the Sport trim comes exclusively with AWD. Not only that but the Sport benefits from an upgraded dual-clutch AWD setup that funnels power to whichever wheel needs it most.
Key Features
Super Cruise
The XT6 finally gets Super Cruise technology for 2023, making it a boon for long-distance drivers. While it’s not the latest version of Cadillac’s driver assistance technology, it still gives drivers advanced automated steering, braking, and acceleration capabilities on over 200,000 miles of highway in North America. An infrared camera on the steering wheel makes sure your eyes are focused on the road, otherwise it warns you via audible and visual alerts before leaving the driving up to you.
Cadillac Smart System
Aside from Super Cruise, the 2023 XT6 also comes with a full roster of other safety and driver assistance features, all designed to give you more confidence for the drive ahead. These features include Front Pedestrian Braking, Automatic Emergency Braking, Rear Park Assist, and Forward Collision Alert.
Special Packages
The 2023 XT6 isn’t without extra goodies to liven things up. The dealer-installed Onyx and Radiant Packages add unique details that make the XT6 stand out even more. For instance, the Onyx Package features blacked-out details across all three trim levels, including black nameplates and black grilles. The Platinum Package ups the luxury quotient by adding semi-aniline leather seats, two distinctive interior finishes, a Modena leather-wrapped steering wheel, and a suede microfiber headliner.
Alternative Options
Drivers who want a maximalist experience should explore the Escalade. If you want more from Cadillac, but still want something small enough for easy navigation, consider the smaller XT5. Not sure which model will be best for you? Contact the MotorWorld | MileOne Autogroup team! Our talented sales professionals can guide you through the entire process.
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*The Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price excludes destination freight charge, tax, title, license, dealer fees and optional equipment.
**Based on EPA estimates. Actual mpg may vary.