I used to think that way too until I took the Cadillac XTS Platinum out for a test drive. Result? I dumped my BMW 7 series. After owning BMWs, Mercedes C Class's, and two Audi A8s, I actually LOVED the XTS more. The quality of the interior did it for me. I had the extra cost leather package on my BMW and it was nowhere near as nice as what I have with my new XTS Platinum. Even the ceiling is covered in suede. I could have any car I wanted. I got the one I fell in love with.
This Cadillac DOES run with the 7 Series and S Class in reality though. I just traded a 2011 7 Series in for an XTS Platinum Edition. No regrets whatsoever! I LOVE this car!
The seat function is actually quite nice. It's more subtle than flashing lights that passengers can see and the fact that it vibrates differently to different events is communicative.
I own a 2014 premium. So far great car. Low profile tires and 20” rims degrade the ride. Very smooth on the highway. Great gas mileage with base engine. On a fairly flat road you could approach 30 per gal. You will not be disappointed with this engine, plenty of power.the best way to use the navigation is to download the Cadillac app to your smartphone. Use the navigation function on the app to find whatever you r looking for and send it to the car,great feature. I got rid of the low profile tires.brought a set of Continental ExtremeContact DES06’s. My first winter and they r great. Low profile will not work in New England winters. Although i love this car before I die I will own a S Mercedes. Why? Because i want to ride like the One Percent in my last days.
Here's why- A lot of people mistakenly think the XTS runs with S Class and 7 Series because it's Cadillac's largest model. Yes, price wise it definitely goes up against E Class and 5 Series, I could have made that more clear I suppose.
Yes, you must realise what this car is, it's a performance luxury sedan, not intended to be a track day hero. A fast business express for those countries that have roads with high or no speed limits and for the countries that don't you'll be able to surprise even the latest Ferrari's between the lights... I think it's car design par excellence and I really want one but alas unless I strike a big lottery win it will remain a dream...
Just bought this exact car, even in red. 24k for a car that went for 62k. Not bad, and it only has 40k miles on it. Driven the car around today and it's pretty darn nice, will compliment a Yukon Denali and a Toyota Tundra.
Tom, I agree with you. There's really no comparison to other flagship luxury sedans. For those who miss a full-sized Caddy - here it is. Also pricing is reasonable too.
A comparison could be the Hyundai Equus. However, the drivetrain platform is different. The XTS is FWD with available AWD and the Equus is rear wheel drive only.
My newest car is 15 years old. I am eyeing a 30 year old with in a month or so. I like vintage cars. but i am interested in all this technology. What is funny though is how many ppl buy these cars and don't know what all the buttons do.
Why do you upload videos so rarely?? You make such good videos I'm literally a little addicted. Do you upload more videos on your website? Because if yes, I would go there every time!
I'd say it's in between actually. We all know that although german competitors start at over 40k, they tend to go up to 80k pretty quickly when you put those attractive looking options on them. In my honest opinion - best car offered by GM these days. Definitely didn't expect to see anything THAT good coming from GM. Good luck with that ATS review!
@bigphat200 i have been thinking the same thing. I disciplined myself to learn two features everyday over the course of three weeks and learn how to use them without taking my eyes off of the road. Also got comfortable with using voice commands.
This XTS has a lot of the features coming out on the 2014 S-class, 10 years behind...really? Also starting price is 30k less than the Mercedes. I'll take the XTS please. Than u very much!
Not a competitor for 7 series or s class. It's front wheel drive base, so it's focusing more purely on luxury at the expense of driving dynamics, though it should still be solid in that aspect.
I've seen a couple of these on the road already, I'm truly impressed and I don't say that a lot about domestic cars. I really like the ATS, hope to see a review of that soon!
Excellent review! I'm noticing that most are not comparing the XTS to it's American competition , the Chrysler 300 and Lincoln MKS.. That's what I would like to see(love those cars btw but would still take XTS over them), love your reviews!
I don't quite get how this particular Cadillac can sell for something as low as 60 k (fully loaded). Do you reckon its the v6 as opposed to it's comparon's v8 that makes for the staggering price difference? Pretty nifty looking thing, must admit but the front grill ain't my taste!
Looks great, but I am not sure with the electronics - looks very slow, like an old smartphone tech. It whould kill me, calling somebody and have to wait 1-2 seconds till I can enter numbers, conntect to my phone etc. Good work for the price though!
Cadillac needs stop trying to be a 'me too' and build their own cars for Americans. Manufactures should take a lesson from Honda motorcycles, used to be lightyears ahead of the field, then tried to our Harley, Harley and became copies.
How on God's earth did that gauge cluster design past D.O.T inspection!? That just seems super dangerous and distracting since the average Cadillac buyer is either old Floridians above the age of 80 or Rappers/the urban Hip Hop crowd both populations already have a difficult time paying attention on the road as is!
I really like this car, I have driven it a couple of times now and it is on my Top 5 list of new cars to buy. I test drove the new Lexus GS yesterday though and loaded at the same price as the XTS Platinum, I would pick the Lexus over this. Realistically Cadillac needs to knock $10,000 off the price of this car. My buddy got rid of his S Class and just got a Platinum, and he likes it, but I think he is going to get an S Class again when the new model comes out.
I'm not a fan of American cars. In fact I hate them! This on the other hand is gorgeous inside and out. Very well built, great interior exterior and great attention to detail. In shocked it is an American product
Veiculo Cadillac, com todos os recursos eletronicos, carro com linhas moderas, potente, na cor vermelho atraente. Um veiculo, para grande industriais, ou empressario, Presidentes, ou Governadores. Para o público, mais simples é só curtir nos videos.
Not a big fan of Cadillacs....however, this looks like it would have some good road presence, and the interior looks great. Just don't like the backs of all of their cars111
I used to think that way too until I took the Cadillac XTS Platinum out for a test drive. Result?
I dumped my BMW 7 series.
After owning BMWs, Mercedes C Class's, and two Audi A8s, I actually LOVED the XTS more. The quality of the interior did it for me. I had the extra cost leather package on my BMW and it was nowhere near as nice as what I have with my new XTS Platinum. Even the ceiling is covered in suede.
I could have any car I wanted. I got the one I fell in love with.
I love the way this XTS looks. Just has a very appealing road presence going down the street. Loving the new Cadillacs!
I just got my 2013 Platinum and it’s amazing! Love the purple stitching and the style is drop-dead gorgeous!
And I’m 20!
I bought a Cadillac Coupe DeVille all white when I was 23. Loved it. Wish I had it now.
This Cadillac DOES run with the 7 Series and S Class in reality though. I just traded a 2011 7 Series in for an XTS Platinum Edition. No regrets whatsoever!
I LOVE this car!
It is more reliable. Only issue is it needs a V8.
The CTS-V is a sports car; it guzzles gas and has a harsh ride. The XTS is a luxury car meant for smooth cruising. The two cars do not compete.
The seat function is actually quite nice. It's more subtle than flashing lights that passengers can see and the fact that it vibrates differently to different events is communicative.
8 years later and the car is still beautiful. Too bad GM cancelled there leading selling model.
I think this was your best review ever Tom! It was longer, more informative, and just better than ever before!
WOW! What an incredible car!
I traded a BME 5 Series in for one. No more German cars for me!
how was your experience with the xts?
That car is gorgeous!
I've always enjoyed these bigger cadillacs. The upgraded one from 2018 (I think) was absolutely gorgeous!
I own a 2014 premium. So far great car. Low profile tires and 20” rims degrade the ride. Very smooth on the highway. Great gas mileage with base engine. On a fairly flat road you could approach 30 per gal. You will not be disappointed with this engine, plenty of power.the best way to use the navigation is to download the Cadillac app to your smartphone. Use the navigation function on the app to find whatever you r looking for and send it to the car,great feature. I got rid of the low profile tires.brought a set of Continental ExtremeContact DES06’s. My first winter and they r great. Low profile will not work in New England winters. Although i love this car before I die I will own a S Mercedes. Why? Because i want to ride like the One Percent in my last days.
Here's why- A lot of people mistakenly think the XTS runs with S Class and 7 Series because it's Cadillac's largest model. Yes, price wise it definitely goes up against E Class and 5 Series, I could have made that more clear I suppose.
For once I'm impressed with cadillac, that interior looks really good.
Yes, you must realise what this car is, it's a performance luxury sedan, not intended to be a track day hero. A fast business express for those countries that have roads with high or no speed limits and for the countries that don't you'll be able to surprise even the latest Ferrari's between the lights...
I think it's car design par excellence and I really want one but alas unless I strike a big lottery win it will remain a dream...
Just bought this exact car, even in red. 24k for a car that went for 62k. Not bad, and it only has 40k miles on it. Driven the car around today and it's pretty darn nice, will compliment a Yukon Denali and a Toyota Tundra.
how has it been holding up?
I almost bought one 3 weeks ago but none were well kept enough for me. Nice cars. I bought another Lexus LS.
Driving the ATS this week. It will be up in a few weeks.
It's the camera being off sync with the LED frequency of the headlamps, the same sort of thing that can happen when shooting a computer monitor.
This car was ahead of its time especially with the 3.6TT option full digital cluster 410hp in 2014 wow where was I!!! Lol 😮😅great car 🔥👍🏼
Tom, I agree with you. There's really no comparison to other flagship luxury sedans. For those who miss a full-sized Caddy - here it is. Also pricing is reasonable too.
A comparison could be the Hyundai Equus. However, the drivetrain platform is different. The XTS is FWD with available AWD and the Equus is rear wheel drive only.
My newest car is 15 years old. I am eyeing a 30 year old with in a month or so. I like vintage cars. but i am interested in all this technology. What is funny though is how many ppl buy these cars and don't know what all the buttons do.
Must car to have for the family
I love mine !
Why do you upload videos so rarely?? You make such good videos I'm literally a little addicted. Do you upload more videos on your website? Because if yes, I would go there every time!
I'd say it's in between actually. We all know that although german competitors start at over 40k, they tend to go up to 80k pretty quickly when you put those attractive looking options on them. In my honest opinion - best car offered by GM these days. Definitely didn't expect to see anything THAT good coming from GM. Good luck with that ATS review!
Such a badass car.
@bigphat200 i have been thinking the same thing. I disciplined myself to learn two features everyday over the course of three weeks and learn how to use them without taking my eyes off of the road. Also got comfortable with using voice commands.
Don't forget there's also a warning chime that would be annoying too.
This XTS has a lot of the features coming out on the 2014 S-class, 10 years behind...really? Also starting price is 30k less than the Mercedes. I'll take the XTS please. Than u very much!
Try the 410hp twin turbo VSport model that came out in 2014. Love mine!
Not a competitor for 7 series or s class. It's front wheel drive base, so it's focusing more purely on luxury at the expense of driving dynamics, though it should still be solid in that aspect.
Wait a minute is the gauge cluster screen also a touch screen?
So out of all the american luxury cars in this segment, which one do you like or recommend more? Chrysler 300, Cadillac xts, Lincoln etc..
I noticed the front parking lights tremble. Is it made when recording with the camera or can we see it with naked eye?
I've seen a couple of these on the road already, I'm truly impressed and I don't say that a lot about domestic cars. I really like the ATS, hope to see a review of that soon!
why would you compair the price with the big V8 BMW and Merc ? to be fair put it with 5 series and E class, they all around 46g
what's up with Cadillac's low mounted reverse light they have on this and the ATS? Chevrolet has it on the Volt as well.
Excellent review! I'm noticing that most are not comparing the XTS to it's American competition , the Chrysler 300 and Lincoln MKS.. That's what I would like to see(love those cars btw but would still take XTS over them), love your reviews!
normal gauges are standard on the standard and luxury trim levels
Why does the ass end always look so high when I see footage of this car? Is it just me or should that be lower for aesthetics.
zimm888 I like it that way
Probably designed that way for aerodynamics/ fuel savings is my guess.
Never disappoint. Excellent review Tom, all my questions answered!
I don't quite get how this particular Cadillac can sell for something as low as 60 k (fully loaded). Do you reckon its the v6 as opposed to it's comparon's v8 that makes for the staggering price difference? Pretty nifty looking thing, must admit but the front grill ain't my taste!
AND, if u wanna tune this car theres a company called D3 that does the work. They already have kits, brakes, engine upgrades, etc. for the ATS.
it looks good but like 2011 dts better it's about paid for.
I wonder whats goning to replace the Northstar
Cadillac did a great job on this car. I was just getting ready to lose faith with cadillac. This is a luxury road cruiser.
I prefer quality over quantity.
FYI, they are posted on my website a week before they come here.
If only analog, machined gauges were offered as an option...
Question Tom..: hyundai equus or this..?
Modern American cars are pretty good. Cadillacs especially.
Is there a designated space for the optional spare tire?
Cool review.
When did Gary busey start doing car reviews?
Looks great, but I am not sure with the electronics - looks very slow, like an old smartphone tech. It whould kill me, calling somebody and have to wait 1-2 seconds till I can enter numbers, conntect to my phone etc.
Good work for the price though!
i like the design of cadillac, but i would better like a "normal" speedo or rev counter.
Yup..... Germans are the masters of small details and best cars in my opinion. Although saying that i actually like this car :D
wow, if a cts-v is only 1000 more than this car fully loaded, might as well get the cts-v.
great car,but shame there is only one engine in XTS.
im surprised by the interior looks great
uniquely american with respectable quality. love it
Camera. All LEDs look like that on camera.
Excellent review. Thank you.
Cadillac needs stop trying to be a 'me too' and build their own cars for Americans. Manufactures should take a lesson from Honda motorcycles, used to be lightyears ahead of the field, then tried to our Harley, Harley and became copies.
How on God's earth did that gauge cluster design past D.O.T inspection!? That just seems super dangerous and distracting since the average Cadillac buyer is either old Floridians above the age of 80 or Rappers/the urban Hip Hop crowd both populations already have a difficult time paying attention on the road as is!
Excellent review.
leaves you with better looking talights when you dont have to include reverse lights
I really like this car, I have driven it a couple of times now and it is on my Top 5 list of new cars to buy. I test drove the new Lexus GS yesterday though and loaded at the same price as the XTS Platinum, I would pick the Lexus over this. Realistically Cadillac needs to knock $10,000 off the price of this car.
My buddy got rid of his S Class and just got a Platinum, and he likes it, but I think he is going to get an S Class again when the new model comes out.
I'm not a fan of American cars. In fact I hate them! This on the other hand is gorgeous inside and out. Very well built, great interior exterior and great attention to detail. In shocked it is an American product
Nice review, and Trump reference! If only you knew what would be coming in 4 years...
the ct6 will
EXCELLENT video as usual! (y)
Hate those fake gauges and what is up with that seat vibration? Otherwise this looks great.
Best reviews
stylish
Do you really have a twin? lol
YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!
Somebody think it's ugly,lol! What do you want a real spaceship,lol! You can't please everybody!
Veiculo Cadillac, com todos os recursos eletronicos, carro com linhas moderas, potente, na cor vermelho atraente.
Um veiculo, para grande industriais, ou empressario, Presidentes, ou Governadores.
Para o público, mais simples é só curtir nos videos.
Could some nice, generous person buy one of these for me please?
No he doesn't :)
Not a big fan of Cadillacs....however, this looks like it would have some good road presence, and the interior looks great. Just don't like the backs of all of their cars111
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It looks like its lifted lol
@olaf2046 Lol
Cadilllac Sonata
I have never had countless many more problems with American cars than I have foreign cars. I would never again buy American.
twentieth
this is nothing but a upscale Chevy Impala. it's on the same wheelbase and everything.
hyundai equus over this anyday
It's that it's made out of cheese and spit.
it sounds like this guy was or is sick. and he sounds a lot older
Buy a Buick LaCrosse premium 2 and you have a better Cadillac than Cadillac.
great review. great interior and tech but ugly exterior. looks like a grass hopper ready to launch.
Could it BE any uglier?! UGGGGGGGGGGGGHHHH
Still trailing the Germans in quality and options by at least 10 year LOL
its so ugly.
that's one ugly car