2020 Cadillac CT6 Platinum AWD Review (1440p) - Is This Caddy's Best?
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- čas přidán 23. 07. 2024
- You know how we feel about the current crop of Cadillacs. However, the 2020 Cadillac CT6 Platinum with AWD might be the best vehicle they currently make. M.S.R.P. - $98,790
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My Dad in Heaven was a Cadillac man, and he would get a kick out of seeing you and this video!
Thanks for watching, Cliff Smith!
Your dad was a good a man
Mine too, that is one reason I would love a newer XTS for my next car, now that I am a Senior Citizen now myself! He would be smiling from ear to ear!
If you can afford the car, you can afford the insurance, the tag, and the lousy gas mileage. My uncle used to say luxury cars weren't meant to be for everyone!
Your uncle spoke wisely, Iris Gross. Thanks for watching!
People buy this junk and something go wrong, they take it to the cheapest shop they can find. What a joke.
@@andyminter7692 hell of a lot better than BMW though
@@clayzr4716 true had a BMW was a piece of crap, now a 16 CT6 Platinum, way better car
I work extra hard so I don't have to ride in regular cars, and I'm not even trying to impress anyone. It is a sense of accomplishment thing for me. I don't feel like I've accomplished anything if I have ride in a Camry or any other car that you see everywhere you look. Lexus, Audi, Mercedes, and BMW have a special feel to them that I love that regular cars will never have. I don't care if it is less reliable, I'm never going to be jealous of any Camry or Accord. I'm the same way about furniture and electronics. I'm still not impressed with the ct6. It has great features, but it isn't big enough and it looks just like the smaller Cadillacs from the front. If I sat in the back my head would touch the roof and my knees would probably touch the back of the front seat. This is a short guy car review that makes the car appear to be spacious.
Great overview. And special kudos for being the first auto-reviewer in a long time to get "head-up display" because that feature is there to let you keep your head up while looking at the gauges and not to give you a heads up as so many think.
Solid review. I also liked it when I test drove it. It's funny that a Cadillac with a V8 used to be so commonplace. Now it's rare, expensive and you pay gas guzzler tax.
Exactly. Different times, Senor Fil eScott. Thanks for watching!
You no longer NEED a v8, you can get the same power with turbos, and a dohc fi engine., and lightening the car with aluminum. Technology has changed the game
Fantastic review! This is my dream car, I love the platinum with the Blackwing engine. I hope to have it someday! Thank you so much for bringing this video to us 😀
I brought the 2020 Premium Luxury v6 and sold it for a 2020 V. The power the V offers just can't be beat. Same car bigger motor .
I love it
Yeah, V models are sweet. Enjoy yours and thanks for watching!
Thank you for this review. We were able to find one of these that a dealership executive used as a demo. Long story short, we we purchased the vehicle. It is incredible for all the reasons you state in the video. The ride quality, the steering, and the handling are incredible. This does not drive or handle like a big car. One of the things I like best is that you don't see a lot of these on the road. The S Class and the 7 Series in particular - nice cars - are common place. The exclusivity of this car being such low production - to me - is a selling point.
I want one and will be purchasing one this Year!
Nice Cadillac!!!! Thanks for your review!
Ty
@matthewswearman7673 Is this platdts from the Forums? This is BlackwingedHeart.
@@NG-td6yw Did you get one? How do you like it?
I didn’t get one yet’ it’s compared to the same size as my 05 Buick Park Avenue and hopefully upon my retirement this will be my retirement vehicle 😅
Definitely one of the better, more thorough reviews ever!
One of the best reviews and videos on CZcams! Owning a CT6 2.0E plug-in since new you hit every feature!
Thanks for watching, Norm T!
Very luxurious and supremely equipped with lots of power.
Totally agree. Thanks for watching!
Mannnnn I absolutely love this review...its well put together and so detailed. Are you going to do a review on the CT5??
Sorry we're just now seeing this comment t, Stephanie Monique. Thank you for the kind words and yes, we did review the CT5. Here's the link if you haven't seen it: czcams.com/video/tyPz05pxlAg/video.html
Thanks for watching!
This car is absolutely beautiful I love your showing us everything that the car offers
Happy you enjoyed it, Charles Daubman. Thanks for watching!
I still remember walking around a Cadillac dealership back in 1985, and there was a two tone silver and black Seville with a price tag of $28,000, now they have price tags of 75 to 100 grand.
Great job as always
Thanks for watching (as always), anthony evans! 👍🏾
Cadillac is becoming Cadillac again 😉
They're getting there, Danilo. Hopefully, they'll keep moving in the right direction. We appreciate your comments. Thanks for watching!
With them going FULL electric by 2025 they are going to be trash. IMagine all the electronic gremlins that will plague the car.
Great review, thank you!
Thank you for watching, Adam Montenegro!
"Don't Touch That Dial" ( 1982 ) by Captain Sky. The perfect Jam to play in a Cadillac while driving and this particular model is the perfect example as such.
Great review !!!
Great Job!!!! I have subscribed.
I just finished watching the video and was very impressed. I have a 2018 ct6 with little over46 thousand miles and I really enjoy this machine. Too early to complain about any problems 😊
Congrats on your car, Daniel Stokes, and thanks for watching!
Good review My Brother. I subscribed to Your channel. Keep them coming.
I appreciate you, jacques55119. Thanks for the support!
Just watched this😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 my guy the music in the background!!!!! You the man!!!!
Thanks for watching, Noah McDaniel!
OMG! The Ultimate sedan. Good review!
It's a great car, Joseph Archer. Thanks for watching!
Great review.
Thanks for watching, Richard McKinney!
This really is the Rolls Royce Equivalent for America 🇺🇸 This really is going to be a purchase when I eventually emigrate to the Philippines 🇵🇭 next year
I have a '19 CT6 Luxury and while it doesn't have all the 'goodies' of the reviewed car, it does provide some of the mystique. The 3.6 liter is more than adequate and it is definitely a driver's car. AWD is inspiring and unobtrusive until needed; my mileage on the highway just nudges 30 mpg (so efficient as well).
Nice to hear that, Chuck Grenci. Thanks for watching and enjoy your car!
I would buy this Caddy after 3 years on the resale market
You may get a non-Platinum for low $50's if you shop.
Good move i buy a 2016 ct6 last year with real low miles and it was a great move!!!
Only 200 were made. Going to be a collectors car for sure
They probably will be pretty pricy even in 3 years or so! We are trying to find an XTS from 2017 to 2019 and have been unable to locate one under $26,000, most are $36,000 at a dealer fully loaded! The cheaper ones have the miles packed on them, have had 2 or 3 owners and are not pristine..a d don't have the sunroof/moonroof that should be on the Limited models! They should not be all black interiors either, in hot Calif!
@@normt5463 Yep you can get a 2018 platinum fully loaded for aboyt 48k now. we are talking 20k miles
As someone who daily drives an ATS-V, we know Caddy can make top of the line luxury sports cars. We need more of that across their entire lineup imo
Agreed. This CT6 with the Blackwing engine is definitely a step in the right direction.
Love your review.Very nice ride their baby.I would purchase this car used after 3 years with a good extended warranty.
Great Review!! Thank You! Inside, outside, and under the hood this car is stunning! I own a 2018 CT6 premium luxury 3.0TT. I love the car and it's very quick (404 hp) but this V8 is on a different level...
I wonder if the V8 is available in the premium luxury trim...
We appreciate your comments, RichBoston99. Thanks for watching!
This car is beautiful I grew up driving Cadillacs the car loaded good video
Great review!
Thanks for watching, Neoprene00!
In 2016, I bought the Cadillac CT6 Plat and it cost me 98k. As of today, I only have 46,000 mileage on it. The only difference is that I don't have Super Cruise, 6 cylinders, and 405 hrp. I compared my 6 cylinders CT6 to the 8 cylinders CT6 and I save a lot more on gas.
My man, you got raked over the coals for 98K. I'm not saying its not a nice car because it 100% is, but for that or even less you could have gotten a really low mileage S550, Flying Spur or S63 Probably still with factory warranty for sure.
That being said the maintenance would have been more of a hassle on the others then on a Cadillac, but you should have waited at least the second production year to get the Ct6. Crazy that you only put 48K miles on it though. That thing is probably a garage baby.
Awesome Review!!
Thanks for watching, ChildofYAH!
I'm digging that jacket almost as much as I dig the Caddy Chris!
Thank you, Carlo Garcia. You'd be amazed how many people don't have taste as good as you and I.😜. Thanks for watching!
Thanks for giving us a look at the Caddy CT-6. You mentioned the brand being perceived as far gone to some extent: can you go into any depth about why GM hasn’t done more to alleviate that? Have they lost some focus in the last decade or so? And why you think that is.
Hey Chris. This is a sweet Caddy for sure. I am curious as to whether this car is still in production. I say that due to the rumors that this car would not survive past the 2020 model year. I certainly how GM keeps the 4.2TT Blackwing.
Why I like so much about Cadillacs is about the designing of the seats...most of the luxurious sedan have the iron rod visible in the seats..I hate that..but I love this!
This particular Caddy is well done, len boi. Thanks for watching!
Great review. I really would like to see a follow up/competition with the new Lincoln Town Car.
Hopefully, Lincoln will send us one when it's available, PershingTrooper. Thanks for watching!
Good review
Thank you, Drew Yager!
I want this car. I love cadillac and cant wait to own a CT6 one day
Keep working toward it, DCFashionGuru! You'll get there. Thanks for watching!
@@AutoAcademics hii I'm 14 and I was wondering by the year 2030 will this car still be good
That's what I'm getting when I graduate from my CTS.
Great job
I have a 2017 I love the newer ones they're very expensive and hopeful
This over any Escallade all day !
Why?
Can some of the features be turned off?
What if I needed to flee a threat and it was a person in front or behind the vehicle?
It looks great and the CUE infotainment system is no longer a complete disaster. Might be a winner.
Yup. Things seem to be coming back together for Cadillac, haze1123. Time will tell, but we're rooting for them. Thanks for watching!
This will be my next car for sure, I currently have a 2017 CT6 Platinum 3.0 TT, but would love to get that blackwing V8 with the updated front-end
The Blackwing is sweet, Michael DiBari. Thanks for watching!
There are aftermarket engine power enhancements on the market for the 3.0TT. One gives 15% power and torque increase. Haven't tried one, because the factory power is enough and I don't want to take a chance on the software doing something wrong.
Definitely I’ll pick this over the new s class !!
Thanks for watching, Usman Sheikh!
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Wonderful review. Have you reviewed the Lincoln Continental? If not, you should, for comparison...
We sure did, Jake Be. Way back when they first came out. Here's the link:. czcams.com/video/syujW_J3Ew8/video.html
The Cadillac is 3 years newer, though, so they may not compare quite as well, tech-wise. Thanks for watching!
Can’t wait for u to do the new Escalade
The most underrated. Blackwing is a beast. Killed too soon and should've spawned luxury suv but I guessed it would've cannibalized the Escalade which is cheaper to produce
As of recent, we heard it may just be the CT6-V that's being discontinued, with this Blackwing-powered Platinum still going. We can't say for sure, though, so grab one while they're still available. LOL. Thanks for watching, freeman Geiger!
@@AutoAcademics Ahhh. Thanks for the update. I know there had been conflicting info. I would love to have seen an SIUV version. Now let's see if I mortgage some organs and my property 🤔🤔🤔....
New sub & honestly you should be a Cadillac salesman because now I want to trade in my 2015 CTS 3.6 Premium awd as soon as I get back to NC
LOL Naw, we're good with what we do, but we appreciate the compliments, princephan. And we especially appreciate the support! Thank you!
@@AutoAcademics 😂 you do have a great channel indeed.
Fabulous!!!!!
Please let me win this weeks lottery and I promise to buy that car!
We've got our fingers crossed for you, smibru. Thanks for watching!
That would be the ONLY way I could purchase one of these beauties! abut I do not play the lottery, so guess I will not be driving one home!
Damn I want one !!!!
Finally a Cadillac that looks good from the back and ok ish from the side!!
Might be a good start to get into European markets
Superb review. One day.......in my dreams, I’ll be able to afford it. It’s surprising that for a $98K car it doesn’t have a V-8 option 🤔
Thanks, apiece ofdirt. Smaller displacement engines are the new normal due to CAFE regulations. Plus, now that new tech allows these smaller engines to make big engine power, we don't think they're going anywhere so we're slowly learning to embrace them. Thanks for watching!
I just can NOT get myself to even to wrap the IDEA of spending this kind of money on a CAR. I is going to drop in value as soon as it is drive. off the lot! AND it has been discontinued too! If I have that kind of money. I would not be spending it on a car, no matter how beautiful it is!
@@barbiekitty1 I agree 100% The reason you and I wouldn’t spend our money on something as ridiculous as a car is because we’re practical. I’m sure we both like nice things but this is excessive. I’d much rather buy a nice used car and put the rest of the money on a house or something that doesn’t deprecate as soon as you take ownership of it.
Auto Academics: This CT6 is the best Cadillac sedan on sale now.
Cadillac: Cancel the CT6....
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My dream car
Yeah but what's up with the Blackwing ?
Next to my 2022 Escalade SHEEEESHHHH
I want a Platinum with the blackwing. I'd probably have to buy an extra crate engine since they don't make them anymore but it's either that or get the 3.0tt. Either way I'd be happy having a rare car
Heads up display is nothing new to me but for the younger generation it is. I've seen this on some Buick cars in the 90's.
I would definitely enjoy this ride. The Caddy for Big Daddy!
We see ya, Ron Parker. Thanks for watching!
@@AutoAcademics Fam, Keep doin' what you do... Respect
Wow I'm in love
Uh, you're referring to the car, right?😜. Thanks for watching, Angel Soft!👍🏾
lol
Oh I love my 2017 CT6 I heard that’s the last year they made it this big inside so my car is bigger than your car if you have anything after 2017. This is a beautiful car it is the same color as they show this car in 2020. Has all the bells and whistle’s incredible Car!
Yes, it's a shame they stopped making the CT6, Patricia Clayton. We enjoyed our time with this one. Thanks for sharing and for watching!
Nice!
Last of the breed and the best, Black Wing is my thing.
Great review , but at 98K it should have rear passenger wireless charging and heated and cooled cup holders. Other than that...🏁😎🏁👍
The absolute best that Cadillac has created. This car is everything.!! The company seems to have done a 360 with the newer products, as I am not enamored with the loss of the CTS and ATS'S replacements of CT-5 and CT-4. The interiors of those cars is yet another failed design. It looks more like it would be better suited in a Chevrolet.
That a beautiful lookin car I looking for one but it as to be the blackwing
Yeah, the Blackwings can be tough to come by, Murda Muzik. Thanks for watching!
Can Cadillac CT6 dethrone Lexus LS500
Is this engine a diesel?
i have a 2016 CT6 and I absoluelty love it. It is a wonderful ride with great tech features. I will take my caddy over and lex or mercedees any day!!!!
Caddy pride! Love it, Alex Jones. Enjoy your car and thanks for watching!
@@AutoAcademics No problem!!!! Really enjoyed your review!!!!
I thought the discontinued the ct6
How much?
This is the first car I have seen with a factory mag wheel spare tire
It is sweet gorgeous
Wow this ride is loaded.
Sure is, Rodolfo Aguirre. Thanks for watching!
It looks so good
Couldn't agree with you more, Tellie Smith. Thanks for watching!
This might be something I should consider instead of a full size suv, but still researching but won't buy a new one, too much for me.
Very nice but where is the CD Player?
CD players are gradually disappearing, Jermaine M. The last car we had with one was a Chrysler Pacifica (video coming soon!). Thanks for watching!
Do you need to go to school to learn how to use these high-tech features? Or do they offer technicians who sit in the car with you to help you for the 1st year or 2?
😂 Believe it or not, it gets easier the more cars we work with, moonbeamskies. Every once in a while, we get a doozy, though, and need to open the owner's manual or search through CZcams. You're not alone, though. Thanks for watching!
@@AutoAcademics Haha! I watch this and I am overwhelmed to drive a car with all of these features, let alone work on one. While driving I would be afraid to touch anything.
@@moonbeamskies3346 We always say, if there's a button there it's meant to be pushed. The car won't self destruct. But messing around under the hood is a different story. It just may self destruct. 🤣
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GM is discontinuing the CT6 after MY2020?
Those are the whispers we're hearing. Such a shame. Thanks for watching, Gregory Hammond!
Great
Nice
Sure is. Thanks for watching, Johnnie Edwards!
98k is aspirational. It will selling 30k plus south of that in a year. What luxury German or Japanese car would you compare this to at 98k?
Lexus LS, BMW 7-series, Mercedes S-class, and Audi A8 would all be competing in the same class, Warren J. Goss, Jr. Difference is most of those, with the exception of the Lexus, would be "entry-level" while the Caddy is loaded. Which one is best depends upon personal preference, but it's nice to see Cadillac at least in the same conversation again. Thanks for watching!
AutoAcademics my point is the Caddy really does not compete with any of the heavyweights. GM is trying to punch above it’s weight. A BMW 5 series, Benz E class, or Audi A6 is it’s division. Yet it has heavyweight pricing. I was hoping Cadillac would truly compete with the heavyweights but the fit and finish is not anywhere near ready for prime time. Good review, try and score a RC F again or LC 500. Supra would be great ad well.
@@nupecarrera your on crack nobody likes the new supra this Cadillac is a beast
Warren J. Goss, Jr. What the hell are you talking about? Lol. A S-class, 7-series, or Lexus LS, Audi A8, etc. are all way above $98,000 fully loaded like this. Some start around that price tag as base models. For this to compete in the segment considering everything this vehicle offers, Cadillac is killing the “heavyweights” in value, driving characteristics, AND arguably styling.
As an owner of Caddys that cost as high as $70,000, my cars were in the shop 24 tines in 3 years! The famous line from my dealer was "What do you expect for $70,000?"
All these cars are JUNK. The CT6 at $98,000 at least has a spare tire. No, I never got a spare in my different Caddys. Oh, my neighbor had a new Escalade. His vehicle was in the shop 52 (52 is not a mistake here) times!
if you hate them so much why did you buy multiple? I've owned a few cadillacs and had nothing but good experience in driving and working on them when occasionally needed. If you went to a dealer, then that's probably why, but that's any dealer for any luxury car.
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Thanks for watching!
This is my choice for the whole family from me. 😇🙏
Sometimes you have to make the tough decisions on your own, Dr. Jerome Ellington Lt. Col. USAFR. 😂 Thanks for watching!
I love Cadillac but I really love this car. Not enough to pay 98k though. I’ll wait for 3 years and get lightly used one for around $40k before trade in.
Gorgeous, I love the Platinum 😍….Lord, Send me a millionaire 😩🤣😂🥲😂🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
😂 We're rooting for you, Sheila Wilson. Fortunately, they won't need millions to help you afford this, which makes the odds even better. 👍🏾 LOL Thanks for watching!
I might would settle for the 3.6 liter engine just to squeeze out better mpg.
That's a legit consideration, Brad Williams. This is why Chris drives his 3.0L wagon as opposed to a V-series wagon. Thanks for watching!
AutoAcademics Thanks. A V Series sure would be nice though.
I'd get one.
Imma young nigga but I want one in silver
A platinum version an put vogues on it
Along with a black Lincoln continental
I like it!
No lack of gadgets and electronics!
Twin turbo V8. 👍👍
17 mpg. 👎👎
Come on Cadillac, back seats like that but no auto door close?
It is definitely an impressive car, Torsee. And we can even excuse the fuel economy this time because the engine is sweet (even if it's tuned more toward luxury power, like a Maybach, than sporty power like AMG) and it is almost as if Cadillac is making a statement that they can make some excessive stuff when that's all that's important to someone. We'll see how things continue to progress for the brand. Only time will tell. Thanks for watching!
Not gonna lie, this American beauty is way better than the German luxury, right now.🤷♂️
Not better. But measuring up
That's a Lie and a lie don't care who tells it.
Glad you like the CT6 but my ownership experience with three of these things has been awful. If you like driving a variety of loaners, when these things are in for repair, it's for you. Design, engineering and build quality issues have plagued this very attractive sedan since 2016. The 19's and 20's have the functional transmission, but the rest of the vehicle is identical to the 16-18's and not all that remarkable compared to other GM cars. Interior trim, wood, vinyl and simulated leather does not compare to other luxury cars. My new 2019 will be my last when the warranty expires. I was a Cadillac brand loyalist until I got stuck with the CT6's.
I will not complain about the gas mileage, I just need to feel comfortable when I am traveling long ways. High gas mileage is no good if I am uncomfortable.
Comfort is an area where this CT6 shines, aperxmim. In fact, it's an area where many Cadillacs shine, at the expense of good driving characteristics. Fortunately, the CT6 has both! Thanks for watching!
Forgot the active rear wheel assist steering.
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Thanks for watching, Vaderd2k.
AutoAcademics 🤗 my bad.