DecodedCars2016 Cadillac XTS
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2016 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan AWD, 4dr Sedan FWD
- 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
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 27 similar 2016 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2016 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 AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (18 city / 28 highway), 1% worse than the 2016 large car average of 21.2 MPG, for an estimated $3,200 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
What changed for 2016
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2015 XTS — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2015; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2015 XTS →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan AWD | 202 in | 72.8 in | 58.3 in | 111.8 in | 62.2 / 63 in | 4,215 lb | 59/41 |
| 4dr Sedan FWD | 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 | 410 |
| XTS AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | -6% | $3,350 | 441 |
| XTS AWD | 3.6L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 23 / 18 | -15% | $4,550 | 485 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2016 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Cadillac XTS 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 11.8% |
| 2016 Cadillac XTS 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 11.8% |
Similar 2016 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Cadillac XTS (this car) | 21 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2016 BMW 5 Series | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 BMW 7 Series | 24 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Audi A6 | 30 MPG | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2016 Lexus LS | 20 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2016 Tesla Model S | 315 mi | Not rated | 10 |
| 2016 Jaguar XJ | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Cadillac XTS.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2016 Cadillac XTS is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2016 Cadillac XTS buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Electrical System — 7 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 2 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Seat Belts — 2 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 15,000 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 2016 Cadillac XTS. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other XTS years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Cadillac. How we calculate this →