A completely new model for the domestic luxury line, the full-size XTS sedan positions itself as the next size up from the CTS. Similar to the CTS, the XTS looks to maintain the sportier image the Cadillac brand is pursuing of late.
The 2013 Cadillac XTS comes with a 3.6-liter V-6 engine with variable valve timing and direct injection, good for about 300 bhp and 264 lb.-ft. of torque. Known as the “LFX” engine internally, it features aluminum construction for light weight. An integrated cylinder head and exhaust manifold saves an addition 13 lb. or so, and the composite intake manifold shaves another 5.5 lb. The transmission is a 6T70 6-speed automatic from Hydra-Matic. An available Haldex all-wheel-drive system can deliver power to all four contact patches, while an electric limited-slip differential further controls output to each of the rear tires. Fuel economy for the all-wheel-drive XTS is estimated at 17 city/27 highway. The standard front-wheel-drive version is estimated at 17 city/28 highway