2020 Cadillac XT6 Sport AWD Review - How I Feel About This New Caddy

As a CTS sportwagen owner, how do I feel about the all-new 2020 Cadillac XT6 Sport w/ all-wheel drive? M.S.R.P. - $73,040.
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[@elizaine729]

Chris your reviews are AWESOME!! Can't stand him'n and haw'n from the others, who the heck cares about why Cadillac put the emblem on the side! You are straight to the point, on key, and very informative and thanks so much for doing a great job on your reviews!! Very helpful!

[@AutoAcademics]

Thank you, Elaine Barrette. We truly appreciate your kind words. Thanks for watching!

[@AnonymousUser-mk6ze]

This channel is soooo underrated!

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[@AnonymousUser-mk6ze]

@Vincent Jasiah wtf

[@FabienTeulieres93]

Nice detailed review. Thanks for clearly pointing out this SUV actually can be outfitted with a spare tire (too few reviewers take the time to mention it, let alone show it). This particular spec in your video is extremely attractive inside and out. One would say it’s almost like a large, fancy station wagon 😉

[@AutoAcademics]

Ha! It kind of IS like a large wagon. Thanks for watching!

[@darylbuchanan1753]

I own the 2020 xt6 but not the sport edition, I own the premium luxury edition and I love this crossover whip.

[@DanDan-tt6gv]

I am a wagon person. I used to have a R-class Mercedes, and I loved everything about it, but production was stopped in USA. As of right now I have an suv, I am very happy with it, but wagons are what gets my eye 😊

[@AutoAcademics]

Wagons forever, Dan Dan. 😅 Thanks for watching!

[@burmupro]

II really like your reviews! I’m a Cadillac fan and owner, but my jury’s still out regarding the XT6. I would like to have seen a design for the side view that makes it uniquely “Cadillac” to match the front and rear. Like you, I’ve always like the CTS Sport Wagon profile. A new version of THAT with the new updates would be AWESOME!

[@burmupro]

To clarify my XT6 profile desire, I just thought some treatment on the rear (D) pillar design could give it a sleeker look while maintaining the headroom.

[@AutoAcademics]

@@burmupro Sure would, burmupro. Thank you for your comments and for watching!

[@iamrodmanor]

Just picked up the Premium Luxury model in Shadow Metallic. It looks great in the driveway and feels great on the road. In the 50k to 60k price range, it’s easily one of the top choices and I’m loving it so far

[@AutoAcademics]

Congrats on your new ride, Fast Facts With Rodney. Enjoy it and thanks for watching!

[@erome31]

Just traded my xt5 which I had for three years and not issue. Picked up a Xt6 sport trim a week ago and LOVE the truck. I’ve owned an Escalade and this more practical, moves too. Stopped to gas up and had two guys ask me what I was driving. Same when I went to the local pizzeria. Hot truck, especially if you need a kid hauler. Funny I was going to try to get a new corvette but after seeing the markup pricing I bought another Caddy. By the way, owned 5 Cadillacs (Srx, Escalade, Xt5, Wife’s Xt5 still under lease, now the XT6) and never had a mechanical issue.

[@AutoAcademics]

We hear ya, erome31! Chris has been very pleased with his CTS wagon, too. Enjoy your XT6 and thanks for watching!

[@GeminieCricket]

Thank you for passing up the Vette now we can buy it.

[@cornbread70s4]

Thanks for the review. I’m a suv/ crossover dude. The aviator still leads this class in my opinion...

[@AutoAcademics]

We're hoping Lincoln will send us one of those too, Cornbread 70's. Thanks for watching!

[@siptang81]

aviator also leads this class in lemons. google it lol

[@TellurdogIsayhi]

For as nice as their cars are, their SUV’s save for the escalade, absolutely sucks. They’re all hideous. They just need to clone the escalade and slim it down to a 2 row midsize already.

[@DanDan-tt6gv]

Presence is amazing! Interior is meh, engine is a disappointment, specially with that “not related to hp 400,” number in the back (which is a rounded number of the torque)... only 310 hp :-/ The looks are more suited for a 450+ hp suv.

[@GeminieCricket]

If you want luxury go for Mercedes but add 60K and 10 K per visit a year to maintain the car.

[@normt5463]

One of the best and most in depth reviews

[@AutoAcademics]

Thanks for watching, Norm T!

[@apieceofdirt4681]

Personally I’ve only got 3 complaints about the XT-6 one of which is GM in general. My GM complaint is none of their vehicles have an optional Blu-Ray/DVD surround sound system. My 2011 SRX has the 5.1 surround sound system and it sounds exceptional! I can listen to all of my DVD-AUDIO 5.1 music discs but that option was dropped from Cadillac after the 2011-2012 model years unless you want to drop $80-$100K plus for an Escalade. I know everything is about wireless and streaming these days but true surround sound quality is unmatched when compared with regular stereo. Cadillac prides itself on luxury and performance but doesn’t provide any for of high quality audio. Apple Music has a bunch of albums and tracks mixed in Dolby Atmos that are mind blowing. I hate Michael Jackson but once I heard “Billy Jean” in Dolby Atmos on my home theater I’m totally hooked on that surround sound technology. It blows away plain stereo audio! My next complaint is the interiors of the XT lineup. Every interior I’ve seen has this fake looking carbon fiber trim. It just looks fake. I’ve only seen one XT5 with amazing wood trim on the dash driver and passenger doors and gear shifter but nothing that nice on the XT6. My final complaint is the engines power output. Again, Cadillacs are supposed to be the best of the best and for $70K PLUS I only get one engine option and that one engine only puts out 310HP. For that price there should be a couple engine options, especially for the sport edition, and at least a 350-375HP engine. When it comes to styling Cadillac did a good job with the XT6. It’s a handsome sturdy vehicle that handles well but It’s just not a “fun to drive” vehicle. For the price it should be everything worth mentioning and then some but that’s just my opinion.

[@mojorisin7371]

I think Cadillac missed a great opportunity to compete better with Ford and European competitors by basing the XT6 off the rwd CT6 platform. Use the same available engines and different suspension options. This XT6 is just a polished up GMC Acadia and not the better and larger Buick Enclave and Chevy Traverse. GM makes good engines yet their choices on where and when to use them is deplorable. As is their idea of going completely electric by 2028 😮 The Lincoln Aviator, BMW X5-7 and Mercedes GLS SUV's are much better in terms of design and execution. The Jeep Grand Cherokee is even a better vehicle. Nevermind the entries from the Korean and Japanese luxury brands. So is this a good vehicle, Yes. Is it worth the money, NO just buy the better Buick Enclave or Top trim Chevy Traverse and save thousands and have more cargo and passenger capacity with the same powertrain. Or for the same price get a 400hp twin turbo V6 AWD RWD biased Lincoln Aviator Reserve or the Acura MDX and BMW X5-7 certified used with low miles. I'm sure in 4 years this vehicle will have depreciated by almost half in price with low mileage and maybe a better warranty if certified. Buying these overly priced vehicles new is just nonsensical and a waste of money. Most people who buy these vehicles have them parked most of time anyways.

[@valerievillano3453]

Love love love my 2020 XT6 !! I had an CTS, SRX, XT5 and XT6 is my Favorite !!!!

[@JT-sl3ui]

This will be a tough sale for Cadillac with the Hyundai Palisade & Kia Telluride out there. And then there's the Genesis GV80. Yeah, tough sale.

[@AutoAcademics]

It's definitely a crowded market, J T. Plenty of choices for everyone. Thanks for watching!

[@WilliamLegg-gk8oz]

I am a current owner of a CTS Sport Wagon and am finding it harder to get in and out of being 6'6" and less flexible than I was when I bought it...am looking into a pre-owned XT6 and enjoyed your review

[@bet_addict]

Hello from Romania, thats deff a super suv ive just watched a vid with the new toyota land cruiser 2020 i think this is way ahead, despite the smaller engine.

[@AutoAcademics]

Hello, bet addict. The XT6 is a nice looking vehicle. Thanks for watching!

[@bighands69]

Toyota have the new Highlander which will be sold in Europe and it is looking good. No match for Cadillac but one of the best options in Europe when it arrives.

[@aperxmim]

This is definitely an upgrade from the 2019 model. I guess Cadillac and GMC finally got a wakeup call from the Kia Telluride and Lincoln Aviator.

[@AutoAcademics]

Exactly. Thanks for watching, aperxmim!

[@ph00ny1]

Upgrade from what? It's not replacing anything in its lineup. Also the climate control carried over from the XT5 is cheap to touch. I think for the money and the vehicles it's competing against, gauge cluster, center infotainment, drivetrain, engine, etc are all middle of the class if not closer to the rear of the pack. They should have just stretched out the alpha2 or omega platform which supports rwd and awd instead of using whatever platform GMC Acadia uses

[@bighands69]

You cannot possibly compare a Kia to a Cadillac or a Lincoln. They are not even in the same class.

[@ph00ny1]

@@bighands69 They may not be in the classification of luxury suv but they are competing in terms of 3 row crossover segment. It's not like GM did anything special with the XT6 to begin with other than putting in a new sheetmetal and almost identical interior design from previous gen xt5. Add to this platform they're riding on is same as every other mid size fwd based suv platform they use in other name brands

[@Minaj4Cardi]

@@bighands69 Kia is a affordable mercedes, so don't really know why you're throwing shade at kia

[@fgeiger41]

Wagons rule. $70k for fwd??? I don't care if the stitching is gold. I can't see it. It would have to be awd with Audi handling dynamics

[@bgbinfos4497]

GM did not make FWD on XT6 and Escalade on any trim level. You will see FWD in some of XT5 and SRX

[@FabienTeulieres93]

I agree the XT6’s brand new sticker price is a bit insane. But as a 3-year-old, second hand vehicle, it’s a pretty sweet deal.

[@fgeiger41]

@@FabienTeulieres93 True. Let someone take that depreciation hit. Just make sure it still has a good powertrain warranty because not mechanics call shenanigans on the 3.6 engine.

[@КонстантинКазьмирчук]

To be honest, graphics of multifunction system not so good. I live in Russia. And in our poor countrie in simple russians cars we gave multifunction system better than Cadillac... But this cars cheaper than Cadillac by several times! Price of my Lada - 12000$. Of course Cadillac a nice car. But why Tesla with same price has realy cool multifunction system?! Thank you for video! P.S. sorry for my grammar!

[@AutoAcademics]

We appreciate your comments. Thanks for watching!

[@Kevin-bd8ut]

I watched your Acadia review and now I'm interested in the XT6, did you feel this XT6 was quicker than the Acadia?

[@AutoAcademics]

It's hard to say, Kevin. The Acadia reportedly has a slightly quicker 0-60 time, but the XT6 makes good power and definitely didn't feel slow, especially for its size. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!

[@miloshcorver3726]

Good and informative review!

[@AutoAcademics]

Thanks for watching!

[@KingDavid7]

Nicely done... For 70K, you think they would at least put a seat/thigh extender???

[@AutoAcademics]

Thanks for watching, DAVID O'DAY!

[@tscott7483]

CTS Wagon? instant like.

[@AutoAcademics]

Ha! Thanks, tscott7483! We appreciate it!

[@cyrussilvermist7739]

This dude's reviews are hella good, how is his channel so small

[@AutoAcademics]

Thanks, Cyrus Silvermist!👍🏾

[@awallace8970]

Other than the engine...it's nothing like a Blazer.

[@mybro727]

fuzzzymaine2 Lmdao. Aviator, RX, MDX, and QX60 all share platforms with the Ford, Toyota, Honda, and Nissans they come from too. Thanks for the laugh.

[@mybro727]

fuzzzymaine2 The egg is on your face because what was the point in pointing out the Cadillac shares a platform with the GMC? They nearly ALL do, genius.

[@awallace8970]

Of course the platforms are shared I was referring to the level of refinement. Think deeper, not the obvious fuzzy

[@petertamburro6578]

Nice review. Considering this one when my lease on the XT5 expires which is soon

[@AutoAcademics]

Thanks for watching, Peter Tamburro!

[@chad647]

This or ford explorer 2020. What you guy pick.

[@AutoAcademics]

The Cadillac will be more luxurious, but will have maintenance prices that are more expensive. The Explorer is nice, too, but its maintenance/repairs will be relatively cheaper than the Cadillac. I owned a Cadillac CTS wagon and loved it. I also owned a Ford Explorer many years ago, so the choice comes down to want you want. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!

[@infernality]

Шикарный обзор на шикарную тачку. Спасибо за отличную работу!

[@The_Notorious_CRG]

Hey Chris! Continuing with perusing the catalogue of AutoAcademics videos...how tall are you? The headroom in that XT6 seems really voluminous!

[@AutoAcademics]

Hey, The_Notorious_9. I'm 5'8, but you're correct. The XT6 does have quite a bit of room inside. It's basically Cadillac's crossover version of the Escalade. Maybe just a smidgen smaller than the standard wheelbase Escalade.

[@The_Notorious_CRG]

@@AutoAcademics I'm digging the new XT6. It's hard to make a bad car nowadays, especially if you want to survive in the marketplace. I wonder what Cadillac's next design phase is going to be like across the range considering the Lyriq and other newer Caddy's coming out.

[@AutoAcademics]

@@The_Notorious_CRG Guess we'll have to wait and see.

[@bgbinfos4497]

GM did not make FWD on XT6 and Escalade on any trim level. You will see FWD in some of XT5 and SRX

[@AutoAcademics]

While the Escalade has 4-wheel drive, it's based on a rear-wheel drive platform, BGB infos. The XT6 on the other hand, while AWD, is built on a front-wheel drive platform. This affects handling due to the way power is distributed (more to the front wheels first). Both can be driven in two-wheel drive only for better fuel economy so the Escalade is then strictly rear-wheel drive, whereas the XT6 becomes strictly front-wheel drive. Hope this helps a bit and thanks for watching!

[@Jag-leaper]

Mediocre and middle of the road...for74k....draw your own conclusions

[@ga-america5030]

Not really sure the few extra features are better than the pali/telluride top trims, I'm liking your review energy and appreciate the work.

[@AutoAcademics]

Thanks you, Kamasuk W! There's definitely more tech and prestige in the Cadillac, but for almost half the price, the others you mentioned have a great argument on their hands, hence their popularity. We reviewed the Telluride and did a first drive review of the Palisade a few months ago, in case you're interested. Thank you for your comments and for watching!

[@ga-america5030]

Will be checking more soon!

[@AutoAcademics]

@@ga-america5030 We appreciate you, Kamasuk W!

[@ryanf665]

Thanks for your review. Would love to see this head to head with the aviator.

[@bruschmidt9943]

1:07 you neglected to mention full LED turn signals front& rear. This IS a big deal, since Chevy refuses to put LED brake or turn signal lights on their all-new 2019-2021 Blazers. Doesn't matter, they price into mid $50,000s, you still get old fashioned incandescent bulbs!

[@AutoAcademics]

Dagnabbit! We knew there was something we were missing. Thank goodness we showed the turn signals flashing. Thanks for watching, Bru Schmidt.

[@kalbri5443]

How good is this cadillac vs the audi q7?

[@AutoAcademics]

The Cadillac is good, but we own a Q7. Hope that helps and thanks for watching!

[@prettyboy1970]

Great review. Car is not worth $74k.

[@AutoAcademics]

Thanks for watching, guest!

[@bighands69]

@guest You will not get a luxury SUV for anything less than $70,000. The price of the Cadillac starts at $50,000 and with all the extra's it jumps up to $70,000.

[@gene978]

Look the same engine in my 3.6 V6 310 horsepower Impala. Black Black Black. So Over Black Interiors from Cadillac. Are you Short?

[@AutoAcademics]

We figure Chris is between 5'7 and 5'9, gene978. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!

[@twilliams8041]

Great review. Sounds like it's perfect. Love the color. So nice when they are new, then come the real world ownership experience........ How automotive brands ranked for reliability: Lexus Mazda Toyota Porsche Genesis Hyundai Subaru Dodge Kia Mini Nissan Honda Infiniti Audi Lincoln Ford BMW Buick Chrysler Mitsubishi Mercedes-Benz GMC Tesla Volvo Chevrolet Jeep Volkswagen Acura Alfa Romeo Cadillac

[@AutoAcademics]

Thanks for watching, T Williams!

[@toptobottom247]

You say AT6...I say Telluride. Look it up.

[@baldheadlogic]

Great Review. I agree. This should have been RWD based. Also, where is the twin turbo V6 from the now defunct XTS...IMHO

[@AutoAcademics]

If we're being frank, that motor wouldn't work in this front wheel drive platform. The XT6 already struggles with torque steer. Any more power would be comical...or scary, depending upon who's driving. We appreciate you, canonlybeme4life!

[@fatcatcj1965]

Preview a lighter color interior for the Ladies🤘🏾👍🏾✌🏾🙌🏾👌🏾

[@AutoAcademics]

Ha! Unfortunately, we don't get to choose what Cadillac sends us, BlessedDiva65, but we hear ya. Thanks for watching!

[@MrChevybaja]

def wagons

[@AutoAcademics]

We hear ya, Mrchevy Baja. Thanks for watching!

[@grahamdesinor3810]

Nah I pass I get a Ford Explorer...

[@midi7869.]

💯Another great review 👍🏾👊🏾

[@AutoAcademics]

We appreciate you, Midi Abubakar! Thanks for watching!

[@bronzeflatpowergod6506]

I like i just wish it was rwd tho

[@AshrafTayfor]

❤I loved it!

[@t-roy2418]

I’m a little disappointed too. Think they could do a much better job... What’s the wow factor???

[@mybro727]

What’s the wow factor of the Lexus RX?

[@bighands69]

They are beautiful to sit in.

[@vfxrexproductionstudios8716]

i like your review.

[@AutoAcademics]

Thank you, VFXrex Production Studios. And thanks for watching, too!

[@TheKenington]

Wagons

[@AutoAcademics]

👍🏾🔥💪🏾 Thanks for watching, Weha Tisot!

[@דניאלאלון-פ4ג]

Dear followers!! Don't let the beautiful pictures confuse you . Anyone who buys a new car from GENERAL Motors the chance you threw your money into the trash is very large. In this company there is no customer service, the company's management does not care at all, if you have a problem or a malfunction, you can only pray to God there is a chance that the help will come faster. GM is a very dangerous company, be careful and keep your money safe.!!!Share so more people don't get screwed.GM is a big bluf

[@aktravels6853]

Crossover

[@DJRudetag]

My habits here are to like and comment before watching coz content here is always good for me👊👊👊...Hope i get mentioned in one of you videos😉,,,Much love watching from Zimbabwe 🇿🇼

[@AutoAcademics]

We appreciate you, DJ Rudetag! And Chris loved Zimbabwe when he visited a couple of years ago. As always thanks for watching!

[@DJRudetag]

@@AutoAcademics you are welcome sir,,,hope i get mentioned in the next video.....and please can you review the LandCruiser V8 turbo truck please

[@AutoAcademics]

@@DJRudetag We don't have the LC V8 turbo here in the U.S. The one in this video is the only version we have, with the exception of a few minor trims.

[@tamiymyisrael8548]

I really wish Cadillac bring back the wagon 😬

[@AutoAcademics]

So do we! Thanks for watching, Tamiym Yisrael!

[@jsb9644]

What is the color called on the exterior?

[@AutoAcademics]

This particular color is called Shadow Metallic, Joshua. Hope this helps and thanks for watching!

[@josevidal6458]

Very nice XT6 Awd.

[@AutoAcademics]

Thanks for watching, Jose Vidal!

[@ju34edwards]

He likes his Cadi

[@AutoAcademics]

Yup. Thanks for watching, Johnnie Edwards!

[@crimglory]

Great review,thanx!!

[@AutoAcademics]

Thanks for watching, Dan Dargie!

[@The_Notorious_CRG]

Another great review Chris! What worries me are all the stories out there that recent Cadillacs' reliability is really suspect.

[@AutoAcademics]

Sorry I'm just now seeing this, Carlo Garcia. I can attest, as a Cadillac owner myself, I have no issues with Cadillac reliability. Thanks for watching!

[@The_Notorious_CRG]

@@AutoAcademics really? You mean I can go get that CTS-V I've been wanting? Thanks for the reply Chris!

[@AutoAcademics]

@@The_Notorious_CRG If I wasn't so afraid of the fuel economy when I got my wagon 9 years ago, I would have gotten one. I was actually looking for one, then stumbled on the V6 and bought it. Tech is a little old now, but great car! Of course, the supercharged V8 would balance that out.

[@The_Notorious_CRG]

@@AutoAcademics the latest issue of Car & Driver just named the CTS-V wagon one of the GOATs of the auto industry.

[@AutoAcademics]

@@The_Notorious_CRG I agree.

[@Torsee]

Rebadged Chevy Blazer... Sorry

[@AutoAcademics]

While we agree you can see the family resemblance between this and the Blazer, this is definitely a nicer vehicle, Torsee. Chris has been hating on Cadillac for quite a while, but he had to admit that the XT6 is pretty nice. Of course, he liked the Blazer, too. 🤔 Thanks for watching!

[@kromahj]

But all GM cars or trucks all look the same, from Tahoe, escala, GMC

[@Torsee]

Jankuba Kromah Very true. That Blazaliac only costs an extra 30k for what boils down to transportation..