Specifications by model year
Compare the stats that matter
Every section below is populated from the available EPA, NHTSA, and vehicle-specification data for this model.
Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | suv | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive |
| 2024 | suv | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2023 | suv | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | Automatic | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2022 | suv | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | Automatic | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2021 | suv | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | Automatic | Front-Wheel Drive |
| 2020 | suv | 6 | 3.6 | Regular | Automatic (S9) | Front-Wheel Drive |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Keyless ignition | mechanical | Seat rows | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Front wheel | Rear wheel | bodyAndInterior |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | — | — | — | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard |
| 2024 | — | — | — | — | Standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard |
| 2023 | 7 | — | — | — | Standard | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 3 |
| 2022 | 7 | — | — | — | Standard | — | 3 | — | — | — | — | — | — | Keyless ignition: Standard, Seat rows: 3 |
| 2021 | 7 | — | — | — | Standard | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 112.7, Front wheel: 20, Rear wheel: 20 | 3 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 112.7 | 20 | 20 | Keyless ignition: Standard, Steering location: Left-Hand Drive (LHD), Seat rows: 3 |
| 2020 | 7 | 4 | 357 | 12.6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability. Values can describe one trim or drivetrain. A dash means unavailable data, not zero or absent equipment.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | parkAssist | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem | rearCrossTrafficAlert | rearAeb |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2025 Cadillac XT6 SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | — |
| 2024 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2024 Cadillac XT6 SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2023 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2023 Cadillac XT6 SUV AWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | optional |
| 2022 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2022 Cadillac XT6 SUV AWD | standard | — | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2021 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2021 Cadillac XT6 SUV AWD | standard | — | standard | standard | optional | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2020 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2020 Cadillac XT6 SUV AWD | — | — | — | standard | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
Model year reports
2025
NewestThe 2025 Cadillac XT6 offers average reliability, but its value hinges on confirming the completion of its sole recall and scrutinizing potential issues with its automatic emergency braking and service brakes.
2024
The 2024 Cadillac XT6 presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to significant early-life powertrain and electrical system failures.
2023
The 2023 Cadillac XT6 presents a mixed bag for used car shoppers.
2022
The 2022 Cadillac XT6 presents a below-average reliability profile, primarily due to documented early-life engine failures.
2021
The 2021 Cadillac XT6 presents significant reliability concerns, primarily due to documented critical powertrain failures like engine stalling at low mileage.
2020
The 2020 Cadillac XT6 presents a below-average reliability outlook, primarily due to significant recall activity and a notable number of electrical system complaints.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Cadillac XT6?
Carfocal currently has 6 published XT6 reports, covering 2020 through 2025. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2025 Cadillac XT6 offers average reliability, but its value hinges on confirming the completion of its sole recall and scrutinizing potential issues with its automatic emergency braking and service brakes.
Published year coverage: 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025.
Is the Cadillac XT6 reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Cadillac XT6. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2025 cadillac xt6 offers average reliability, but its value hinges on confirming the completion of its sole recall and scrutinizing potential issues with its automatic emergency braking and service brakes. and the 2025 cadillac xt6's average reliability and documented issues with braking systems and the fuel gauge suggest a cautious approach for used car buyers. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
6 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Cadillac XT6?
Carfocal answers common-problem questions in the year-specific reports. Published guides currently cover 2020 through 2025.
Problem patterns will populate as repair-prediction coverage expands.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 6
- Years tracked
- 6
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints