The 2021 XT6: A Cadillac for the whole family
By Mohammad Zaro, Jordan news
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AMMAN — The all-new XT6 is a three-row crossover
that offers a Cadillac-style great ride experience in every seat, and is packed
with comprehensive safety technologies. With the XT6, Cadillac has expanded its
lineup of crossovers and family SUVs to cater for the people-carrier and
“soccer mom” car buyer segment.اضافة اعلان
The XT6’s expressive design is based on its elegant use of the latest Cadillac design language, with special and distinct additions for premium luxury and sport trim models.
The car features advanced lighting technology including vertical LED lamps. The XT6 comes with two different types of front headlamps, the standard includes a dual-LED projector design, while the second features a tri-LED design. The XT6 Luxury and XT6 Premium Luxury models feature grilles and other exterior features in glossy metallic and/or galvanic finishes, while the sport models feature a black V-Series-inspired grille and exterior trim.
All models also feature advanced LED lighting technology at the front and rear, including the brand's exclusive LED headlight blades for daytime running lights.
Smooth Cadillac-style power comes either from the 2.0-liter turbo engine which is a new standard equipment on the XT6 producing 237hp, or from the 3.6-liter V-6 on the premium luxury and sport models. Both engines are mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission with electronic precision gear-shifting with up to four driving modes available.
All models are available with AWD, while the sport model has an all-wheel drive system with sport control AWD and dual-clutch. In addition, sport models feature continuous damping control for efficient handling and a faster steering ratio calibrated to deliver a more engaging driving feel and better overall response.
The Cadillac XT6 (Photos: Handouts from General Motors)
The design of this all new three-row crossover is built around a luxurious, connected, and adaptive passenger cabin, backed up by responsive capabilities and a comprehensive suite of safety technologies offering passengers the best on-the-go ride experience.
Cadillac said that the all new XT6 crossover is designed to make passenger’s time on the road as useful and enjoyable as possible. It is centered around a cabin that is adaptive and packed with luxury and connectivity elements. The crossover is complemented by responsive controls and a comprehensive suite of standard and optional technologies to enhance driver awareness.
Every little bit of the XT6 has been carefully rethought and developed to provide a refined and comfortable place to connect and enjoy the ride.
In 2021, Cadillac XT6 enters its second year with a new luxury model that extends its reach to more customers and complements the brand's exclusive Y-trim strategy, that includes premium luxury and sport models.
The Cadillac XT6 (Photos: Handouts from General Motors)
The interior of the XT6 enhances Cadillac's contemporary interior aesthetic, with elegant, wide surface lines and simple interfaces. The interior is crafted with attention to the quality and authenticity of materials and fine craftsmanship.
Premium luxury models feature wood trim, while sports models feature performance-inspired carbon fiber trim. Both models are available with the Platinum Package that includes interiors that feature semi-aniline leather seat surfaces, a leather-wrapped instrument panel, a suede microfiber roof and more.
The XT6 comes with seven standard passenger seats with a six-seater option available with two-row bucket seats. It also comes with a comprehensive package of standard and optional driver assistance and safety technologies.
The car includes semi-aniline leather seat upholstery for all grades, leather covered instrument panels, console and door covers, microfiber suede headrest liner, as well as fine floor mats front and back. Third row power-folding seats is an option.
The XT6 enjoys a generous load carrying capacity of 2,228 liters. Heated front seats come as standard, with the option for ventilated/heated front seats and heated rear outboard seats available. Auto-heating steering wheel, and remote interactive operation are also available. The smart towing package is standard on premium luxury and sport models, and includes hitch guidance, hitch view, hitch clip, hitch clip cover and seven-wire tie.
The vehicle’s infotainment system comes with the latest Cadillac user experience System4, with comprehensive intuitive controls rotary instrument with pan function, optional Bose Performance Series audio system with 14 speakers specially tuned for an immersive and powerful sound throughout the cabin.
Standard LED headlights with IntelliBeam automatic high beam control and power programmable tailgate is standard on luxury models. Hands-free tailgate with illuminated Cadillac logo is standard on premium luxury and sport models. Eighteen-inch wheels are standard on luxury models, while 20-inch wheels are standard on premium luxury and sport models. Twenty-one-inch wheels are also available.
The Cadillac XT6 (Photos: Handouts from General Motors)
Distinctive tech-features include 12 pairing capabilities via Wireless Apple CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto. A 20-inch wheel design is available on the sport model. Three-zone automatic climate control comes as standard, while the air ionizer is optional.
The XT6 comes with four Cadillac user experience, an eight-inch diagonal color touchscreen and enhanced personalization comes as standard. The XT6 comes with Cadillac four user experience with eight-inch diagonal color touchscreen with built-in navigation. It also comes with a rotary controller with pan function in tune with the Cadillac four user experience near field communication that enhances phone pairing with the Cadillac four user experience. Also available are six USB ports, two per row.
The car comes with a good standard eight-speaker Bose audio, but for music fans a Bose Performance Series audio system with 14 speakers and unique metal speaker grilles is available on premium luxury and sport models with optional navigation radio. Communication capabilities includes phone mirroring with wireless Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot, Cadillac Connect, Cadillac Connect and next-generation wireless charging 10 at 15W.
The XT6 comes with the enhanced visibility & technology package which includes an 8-inch diagonal, color gauge instrument cluster, heads-up display, rearview camera mirror, and HD surround vision, surround vision recorder, rear pedestrian alert, and automatic parking assist with brake. It also includes real-time continuous damping control and a high-performance suspension on the premium luxury model.
Safety and driver assistance features are very important, and the XT6 doesn't disappoint as it comes with ample safety and driver assistance features, which include, 11 airbags, including dual-stage front, side impact protection for driver and front passenger and driver knee protection. It also comes with vertical blinds to protect against side impacts for all passenger window seats. It also includes the passenger sensing system.
Standard safety and driver assistance technologies on all models include: automatic emergency braking, forward collision alert, following distance indicator, lane assist keep assist with lane departure warning, HD rear vision camera, safety alert seat, IntelliBeam headlights, front and rear parking assist. In addition, lane change alert with side blind zone alert and rear cross traffic alert are standard on premium luxury and sport models.
Optional is a more comprehensive driver assist package which includes adaptive cruise control, automatic seatbelt tightening, enhanced automatic emergency braking and reverse automatic braking.
FUN FACT
The XT6 is the newest member of the Cadillac family of SUVs.
GOOD
Cadillac styling, premium quality, rich interior, reasonable performance & fuel economy.
BAD
The options list is rather long, higher trims are pricey.
AUTHOR’S RATING
8.0/10
BODY TYPE:
D Segment 7-seater SUV.
ENGINE:
4 cylinder 2.0, turbocharged DOHC VVT with direct injection and automatic stop/start.
TRANSMISMISSION:
Transmission, 9-speed automatic, all-wheel drive.
ENGINE POWER
Horse Power: 235hp/Torque: 373Nm
TOP SPEED
240 km/h
0 to 100km/h : 7 seconds
Fuel Consumption
Combined 9.0 liters/100km
DIMENSIONS
Length: 5048mm
Width: 1964 mm
Height: 1775 mm
Wheelbase: 2863mm
Curb weight: 1979kg
PRICE
Not announced
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The XT6’s expressive design is based on its elegant use of the latest Cadillac design language, with special and distinct additions for premium luxury and sport trim models.
The car features advanced lighting technology including vertical LED lamps. The XT6 comes with two different types of front headlamps, the standard includes a dual-LED projector design, while the second features a tri-LED design. The XT6 Luxury and XT6 Premium Luxury models feature grilles and other exterior features in glossy metallic and/or galvanic finishes, while the sport models feature a black V-Series-inspired grille and exterior trim.
All models also feature advanced LED lighting technology at the front and rear, including the brand's exclusive LED headlight blades for daytime running lights.
Smooth Cadillac-style power comes either from the 2.0-liter turbo engine which is a new standard equipment on the XT6 producing 237hp, or from the 3.6-liter V-6 on the premium luxury and sport models. Both engines are mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission with electronic precision gear-shifting with up to four driving modes available.
All models are available with AWD, while the sport model has an all-wheel drive system with sport control AWD and dual-clutch. In addition, sport models feature continuous damping control for efficient handling and a faster steering ratio calibrated to deliver a more engaging driving feel and better overall response.
The Cadillac XT6 (Photos: Handouts from General Motors)
The design of this all new three-row crossover is built around a luxurious, connected, and adaptive passenger cabin, backed up by responsive capabilities and a comprehensive suite of safety technologies offering passengers the best on-the-go ride experience.
Cadillac said that the all new XT6 crossover is designed to make passenger’s time on the road as useful and enjoyable as possible. It is centered around a cabin that is adaptive and packed with luxury and connectivity elements. The crossover is complemented by responsive controls and a comprehensive suite of standard and optional technologies to enhance driver awareness.
Every little bit of the XT6 has been carefully rethought and developed to provide a refined and comfortable place to connect and enjoy the ride.
In 2021, Cadillac XT6 enters its second year with a new luxury model that extends its reach to more customers and complements the brand's exclusive Y-trim strategy, that includes premium luxury and sport models.
The Cadillac XT6 (Photos: Handouts from General Motors)
The interior of the XT6 enhances Cadillac's contemporary interior aesthetic, with elegant, wide surface lines and simple interfaces. The interior is crafted with attention to the quality and authenticity of materials and fine craftsmanship.
Premium luxury models feature wood trim, while sports models feature performance-inspired carbon fiber trim. Both models are available with the Platinum Package that includes interiors that feature semi-aniline leather seat surfaces, a leather-wrapped instrument panel, a suede microfiber roof and more.
The XT6 comes with seven standard passenger seats with a six-seater option available with two-row bucket seats. It also comes with a comprehensive package of standard and optional driver assistance and safety technologies.
The car includes semi-aniline leather seat upholstery for all grades, leather covered instrument panels, console and door covers, microfiber suede headrest liner, as well as fine floor mats front and back. Third row power-folding seats is an option.
The XT6 enjoys a generous load carrying capacity of 2,228 liters. Heated front seats come as standard, with the option for ventilated/heated front seats and heated rear outboard seats available. Auto-heating steering wheel, and remote interactive operation are also available. The smart towing package is standard on premium luxury and sport models, and includes hitch guidance, hitch view, hitch clip, hitch clip cover and seven-wire tie.
The vehicle’s infotainment system comes with the latest Cadillac user experience System4, with comprehensive intuitive controls rotary instrument with pan function, optional Bose Performance Series audio system with 14 speakers specially tuned for an immersive and powerful sound throughout the cabin.
Standard LED headlights with IntelliBeam automatic high beam control and power programmable tailgate is standard on luxury models. Hands-free tailgate with illuminated Cadillac logo is standard on premium luxury and sport models. Eighteen-inch wheels are standard on luxury models, while 20-inch wheels are standard on premium luxury and sport models. Twenty-one-inch wheels are also available.
The Cadillac XT6 (Photos: Handouts from General Motors)
Distinctive tech-features include 12 pairing capabilities via Wireless Apple CarPlay and Wireless Android Auto. A 20-inch wheel design is available on the sport model. Three-zone automatic climate control comes as standard, while the air ionizer is optional.
The XT6 comes with four Cadillac user experience, an eight-inch diagonal color touchscreen and enhanced personalization comes as standard. The XT6 comes with Cadillac four user experience with eight-inch diagonal color touchscreen with built-in navigation. It also comes with a rotary controller with pan function in tune with the Cadillac four user experience near field communication that enhances phone pairing with the Cadillac four user experience. Also available are six USB ports, two per row.
The car comes with a good standard eight-speaker Bose audio, but for music fans a Bose Performance Series audio system with 14 speakers and unique metal speaker grilles is available on premium luxury and sport models with optional navigation radio. Communication capabilities includes phone mirroring with wireless Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, 4G LTE Wi-Fi Hotspot, Cadillac Connect, Cadillac Connect and next-generation wireless charging 10 at 15W.
The XT6 comes with the enhanced visibility & technology package which includes an 8-inch diagonal, color gauge instrument cluster, heads-up display, rearview camera mirror, and HD surround vision, surround vision recorder, rear pedestrian alert, and automatic parking assist with brake. It also includes real-time continuous damping control and a high-performance suspension on the premium luxury model.
Safety and driver assistance features are very important, and the XT6 doesn't disappoint as it comes with ample safety and driver assistance features, which include, 11 airbags, including dual-stage front, side impact protection for driver and front passenger and driver knee protection. It also comes with vertical blinds to protect against side impacts for all passenger window seats. It also includes the passenger sensing system.
Standard safety and driver assistance technologies on all models include: automatic emergency braking, forward collision alert, following distance indicator, lane assist keep assist with lane departure warning, HD rear vision camera, safety alert seat, IntelliBeam headlights, front and rear parking assist. In addition, lane change alert with side blind zone alert and rear cross traffic alert are standard on premium luxury and sport models.
Optional is a more comprehensive driver assist package which includes adaptive cruise control, automatic seatbelt tightening, enhanced automatic emergency braking and reverse automatic braking.
FUN FACT
The XT6 is the newest member of the Cadillac family of SUVs.
GOOD
Cadillac styling, premium quality, rich interior, reasonable performance & fuel economy.
BAD
The options list is rather long, higher trims are pricey.
AUTHOR’S RATING
8.0/10
BODY TYPE:
D Segment 7-seater SUV.
ENGINE:
4 cylinder 2.0, turbocharged DOHC VVT with direct injection and automatic stop/start.
TRANSMISMISSION:
Transmission, 9-speed automatic, all-wheel drive.
ENGINE POWER
Horse Power: 235hp/Torque: 373Nm
TOP SPEED
240 km/h
0 to 100km/h : 7 seconds
Fuel Consumption
Combined 9.0 liters/100km
DIMENSIONS
Length: 5048mm
Width: 1964 mm
Height: 1775 mm
Wheelbase: 2863mm
Curb weight: 1979kg
PRICE
Not announced
Read more Drive
