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2016 Cadillac XTS Platinum FWD

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2016 Cadillac XTS – front Unverified
Photo: 2014 Cadillac XTS Luxury in Black Diamond, front right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the XTS (2013–2019); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 2014 Cadillac XTS Luxury in Black Diamond, front right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: CADILLAC XTS China (18) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: Cadillac XTS 2017 Side Front by Alistair Fernandez, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 2014 Cadillac XTS Luxury in Black Diamond, rear right by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: Cadillac XTS 2017 Interiors by Alistair Fernandez, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2016 Cadillac XTS Platinum FWD is a 304-hp 3.6-liter V6 with an automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $64,550 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.

It makes 304 horsepower at 6,800 rpm and 264 lb-ft of torque at 5300 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).

The XTS measures 202.0 inches long on a 111.7-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,006 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$64,550 ($87,411 *)
MSRP with Destination$65,545 ($88,759 *)
Destination Charge$995
Engine
Engine Type3.6L LFX DOHC V6, direct injection
Displacement3.6 L
Horsepower304 hp @ 6,800 rpm
Torque264 lb-ft @ 5300 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC, 24-valve, VVT
Bore and Stroke94.0 x 85.8
Compression Ratio11.5:1
Injection TypeGasoline direct injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway28 MPG
Combined21 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular Gasoline
Tank Capacity19 gal
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front20-in. polished aluminum alloy
Wheels Rear20-in. polished aluminum alloy
Tires FrontP245/40R20
Tires RearP245/40R20
Dimensions & Weight
Length202 in
Width72.9 in
Height59.1 in
Wheelbase111.7 in
Front Track61.7 in
Rear Track62 in
Cargo Volume18 ft³
Curb Weight4,006 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39 in
Headroom Rear37.8 in
Legroom Front42.1 in
Legroom Rear40 in
Shoulder Room Front57.9 in
Shoulder Room Rear56.3 in
Hip Room Front55.1 in
Hip Room Rear54.3 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (11.8 % risk)
Tested variant: 2016 Cadillac XTS 4 DR FWD
Other tested variants (1)
  • 2016 Cadillac XTS 4 DR AWD: 5 ★ overall

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Cadillac XTS.

22 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2016 Cadillac XTS

Owner Complaints

22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Cadillac XTS (1 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System7
Unknown Or Other5
Fuel/Propulsion System2
Seat Belts2
Wheels2
Air Bags1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jan 20, 2025 · Steering, Suspension, Electrical System
“Stabilitrak light comes on that also causes the engine light to come on. The vehicle self-accelerate while in park and did again when in drive. Can not tell you how fast the Rpm accelerated due to…”
Aug 23, 2024 · Electrical System
“Screen completely unresponsive and delaminated”
Jun 28, 2024 · Wheels
“I was forced onto the shoulder of the interstate by a vehicle that came into my lane. As I went onto the shoulder, I hit a pothole (there were several), and it split my factory rim in half, damaging…”
Dec 14, 2023 · Air Bags
“The contact owns a 2016 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that the seat belt was the cause of…”
Jun 30, 2023 · Unknown Or Other
“The screen on the Cadillac CUE system has cracked/spidered and now has become a serious safety issue. You have to continuously fumbled around pressing buttons while driving. I have contacted GM…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2016 CADILLAC XTS. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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