DecodedCars2014 Cadillac XTS
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2014 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan Luxury/Premium/Platinum AWD, 4dr Sedan Standard/Luxury/Premium/Platinu
- Engines
- 3.6L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 18 city / 28 hwy
- Length
- 202 in
- Curb weight
- 4,006–4,215 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 4 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 25 similar 2014 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2014 Cadillac XTS is a large car offered with 2 engines (3.6L 6-cyl and 3.6L 6-cyl turbo) and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 202 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 112-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,215 lb (4dr Sedan Luxury/Premium/Platinum AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 28 highway), 1% better than the 2014 large car average of 20.8 MPG, for an estimated $3,200 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 43 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2014
- Engine added: 3.6L 6-cyl turbo
Compared with 2013; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2013 XTS →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan Luxury/Premium/Platinum AWD | 202 in | 72.8 in | 58.3 in | 111.8 in | 62.2 / 63 in | 4,215 lb | 59/41 |
| 4dr Sedan Standard/Luxury/Premium/Platinu | 202 in | 72.8 in | 58.3 in | 111.8 in | 62.2 / 63 in | 4,006 lb | 59/41 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XTS | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 28 / 21 | +1% | $3,200 | 417 |
| XTS AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | -4% | $3,350 | 448 |
| XTS AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 24 / 19 | -9% | $4,350 | 475 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2014 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2014 Cadillac XTS.
Similar 2014 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 Cadillac XTS (this car) | 21 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2014 BMW 5 Series | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2014 Mercedes-Benz S-Class | 20 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2014 Audi A6 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2014 Lexus LS | 20 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2014 Tesla Model S | 265 mi | Not rated | 9 |
| 2014 Jaguar XJ | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (4)
Parking Brake · Sep 9, 2014
NHTSA campaign 14V541000 · 205,309 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, to August 22, 2014, and 2014-2015 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured November 5, 2012, to September 2, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the electronic parking brake piston actuation arm may not fully retract causing the brake pads to stay partially engaged.
- Risk
- Brake pads that remain partially engaged with the rotors may cause excessive brake heat that may result in a fire.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will update the electronic parking brake software, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2014. Owners may contact Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is 14471.
Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module-Inactive · Aug 28, 2014
NHTSA campaign 14V518000 · 5 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured April 11, 2013, to June 27, 2013, and 2014 Chevrolet Impala vehicles manufactured May 13, 2013, to November 5, 2013. The affected vehicles may have left the factory with the sensing and diagnostic module (SDM) set to "manufacturing mode."
- Risk
- In manufacturing mode, the vehicle's air bags will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of occupant injury.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers are to reprogram the SDM to the correct mode, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in September 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020. GM's number for this recall is 14532.
Steering · Jul 2, 2014
NHTSA campaign 14V409000 · 106 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2014 Buick Regal, Cadillac XTS, Chevrolet Camaro and Chevrolet Impala vehicles. Improperly torqued fasteners may cause the steering intermediate shaft and the steering gear and/or the lower control arm and the lower ball joint to separate.
- Risk
- If any of the components separate, the vehicle may have a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- GM began to notify owners on June 27, 2014, and dealers will inspect the fasteners for correct torque, correcting them as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-8006 (Cadillac) or 1-800-222-1020 (Chevrolet). GM's number for this recall is 14378.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum › Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings · Mar 17, 2014
NHTSA campaign 14V116000 · 63,903 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured February 14, 2012, through March 7, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a cavity plug on the brake booster pump connector may dislodge allowing corrosion of the brake booster pump relay connector.
- Risk
- The corrosion of the brake booster pump relay connector may cause a resistive short and melt the connector, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- GM will notify owners, and dealers will apply sealant to the connector cavity plugs, re-route the vacuum pump vent hose and replace the front body wiring harnesses as needed, free of charge. The recall began on April 7, 2014. Owners may contact Cadillac at 1-866-982-2339. GM's number for this recall is 14062.
Not every 2014 Cadillac XTS is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2014 Cadillac XTS buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Electrical System — 12 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Suspension — 11 owner reports. Drive over bumps and listen for clunks; look for uneven tire wear.
- Steering — 4 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 50,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 Cadillac XTS. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other XTS years
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