We just bought an XTS (red premium model with the same camel interior as this tester with driver assist package and sunroof) for the very reasons he said were negative: Technology and handling. We are 42 and 37 years old which is much younger than the demographic for the old DTS this replaces. 70 year olds don't buy many cars, but people our age will continue to buy cars for years. This car is exactly what we need. It is a good balance between power and efficiency.
had a buick lacrosse, and switched to xts..even thou they share the same platform and engine, there is a world of difference..xts is smoother, softer, the engine and tranny seem more responsive, and the brakes..brembos....the steering feel is more linear and not as twitchy..love the xts
Gm couldn't let they're top brand be beat by the lower class Buick. I was looking at a used regal GS a few years ago at a Cadillac dealership. Sitting next to it was a 2015 Cadillac ATS 3.6 Premium Performance for just $3000 more. I took the Cadillac. I will say every time I see a regal GS I think how sharp it looks. Wasn't happy with the sound of the 2.0t in the regal along with the longevity of a turboed engine, that was the deal breaker. The original sticker on my Ats was $54000, I got it for $23000 with 30000 miles Cadillac certified
I have a Premium AWD XTS & love it. Matter of fact, it's the first car that got me to liking Cadillac as I did not like the brand prior to this car being revealed. I too am a big fan of RWD as it's what I prefer but I must say one thing Cadillac got right about this car, even tho it's FWD platform, you wouldn't think it was if no one told you because of how it rides. The only thing lacking from this was a V8! All the people I know who own one love everything about the car except that it does not have a V8! I am actually ok with it not having one. It's not the one to fly off the line, get a ATS & or CTS for that. This is for cruising on the highways! That's where this baby shines. Neither the ATS nor CTS can match the ride of the now defunct XTS. They all have their purpose. Once this car gets going on the highway, it's a pleasure to drive in total luxury & comfort.
It is available with AWD. It's still a bargain $58.1k. I know a lot of people think there should be a RWD BMW 7-Series, Mercedes S-Class, Lexus LS, and Audi A8 fighter. But this is a classic cruising big Cadillac. Nothing wrong with a big cruiser, nothing wrong with a big Caddy.
I'm not claiming that time should stand still and the XTS is a pleasure to drive, but I would think Caddy would want to offer a vehicle in this segment that the typical big Caddy driver can embrace.
do you think that many people will buy this car for the exact reasons you dont like it?...I do cause Im one of them. The technology inside this car is AMAZING.
I consider this XTS is a bargain the as-tested $58,180. Some people tried to compare it to the flagship luxury sedans (Audi A8, Lexus LS, Mercedes S-Class, BMW 7-Series). This Caddy is in a way its own niche. There are still people who want a pure, American luxury car. This XTS is the one. The closest competitor I think is the Hyundai Equus. XTS and Equuus falls in the "bargain luxury segment." However, the two drivetrains are different, and the XTS has available AWD.
Amazing how little leg/floor space these new cars have, even FWD big ones like this one, I remember when FWD became the norm, one of its biggest selling points was all the front leg room for both driver and passenger, now they all make you feel that you're in some kind of race car.
I like the exterior styling but, am forced to agree that the front should have been extended a little bit from behind the rear of the front wheel well. Other than thet, I LOVE the new styling. You are right about the interior. It is to DIE for. I have the XTS Platinum edition. I traded in my 7 series for it. No more German cars for me after this car!
i would agree with the tech in modern cars being a little over whelming at times, in my older age personally i like knobs and buttons you don`t have to look at and can operate without even looking at , even the voice operated stuff , i find it quicker to just turn the knob or press the button and the job is done.
Just test drove one today, this is a VERY GOOD Description of this car...its very stiff like a small car..its not smooth like the Dts that its replacing
I just meant that their traditional market has shrunk, and to stay current they needed a new base. Perhaps a tunable suspension would solve the problem, if they don't have it already.
This new XTS has a nice exterior, but I will miss the big, floaty, cushy, and outdated DTS. It was one of last real traditional American full size sedans along with the panther platform.
i cringed a bit on how much the car swings and tilts around the corners and during the braking. It certainly looks soft, but it may not feel that way until some more tuning on the suspension... On the other hand, this is nice take on the luxury segment with a reasonable price.
The ATS fills the smaller sport luxury role. And in this economy even a Fiesta is a pricey investment. 60 grand is a lot for any car, American or no. It could be a contributing factor to their efforts to broaden appeal and redeem the brands reputation.
Why do people always put the topic "old people" with these Cadillacs. This is luxury, but I'm sure 70yr olds won't find use of those changeable dash boards etc. I like this, and I'm not old!
Thumbs up if you are upset about the absence of a V-8 in the XTS. Come on Cadillac, just listen to your customer base! Make the V-8 available, and switch the XTS from FWD to RWD.
Pushing away the 70 somthings? I think Caddy needs to be marketing to a younger customer base and its doing so. If they continued marketing to old people they'd still be selling massive living rooms on wheels until they die off when that generation of people expire.
I personally believe this is by far the best sedan GM has ever produced in terms of luxury, but not performance. Leather stitched dash, real wood trim; perhaps a first for Cadillac. I just wish it was on a RWD platform and had a the same level of performance technology found in the new ATS, which is MUCH better to drive. Plus the CUE system, while intuitive, is rather unrefined and frustrating to use. But I'm sure GM will address this in the coming model years.
In theory you're right about the tech alienating old buyers (core demo) but look at the 7-series and S-class,,,they buy it anyway because its a "technological wonder" even though 1/2 those buyers are clueless as to how to use them too. Heck, 1/2 of all car buyers with nav can barely use them. I think all the tech does good for Cadillacs image - but it should be optional for the oldies that care.
What will happen in 8-10 years when this car is on its third-fourth owner and a few of the most used buttons are worn out and one of the displays have failed?
Ya, I know, but I'm just saying that it should have RWD standard instead of FWD like its competitors & it would probably have better handling like most RWD sedans do & the smaller CTS & ATS come with standard RWD.
Personally, I rather they shuve the older gen out the door a bit. Not saying that the older generation shouldn't drive. But if a car company (i.e. Cadillac, Lincoln, Buick) want to continue to move foreward, they HAVE to get younger shoppers in. Not the 70+ living on their 6 figure pensions. Taking our Terrain to the dealer for service is mind blowing to me, being 22 and sitting with people 3 to 3.5 times my age. I ignore the status quo, and would buy a Buick, or a Caddy any day. Idk Lincoln....
The problem with that, is that younger audience like the style but cannot afford a vehicle like this... and they prefer something smaller. What's the point of a large sedan if it doesn't have a sumptuous ride? The equivalent BMW is doing well because it's a BMW. People buy it because it's a European status symbol.
He nightbird the last rearwheel drive Cadillac whas built in 1992 ,22 years ago and the new Impala is a front wheel drive but not allwheel drive and does not have the magnetorheologic suspension and fully loaded it is only 3500$ less than a loaded xts , and to finish i have a 2005 Cadillac STS4 with N* , it have 240 000 miles and never let me down ,this my 3th Cady and i never had problems with any i had , i dont see your point in bashing a car that you know nothing about.By the way the old DTS WAS A FRONT WHEEL DRIVE
Too much nose dive when pressing on the breaks (see at 3:26)...geez...you would think that the engineers at Cadillac would have addressed this issue before releasing it to the public. Nice car, but the massive nose dive when breaking, just solidifies my overall opinion of Cadillac engineers, which is not good. ATS and CTS are the only good cars they have now.
Not everyone wants "amazing" technology in a car, or having to take a week to learn it all. Some of us just like to drive a nice car, and don't want to feel we are driving a computer. We don't want to shift through endless screens just to adjust the radio or ventilation. We want simple & elegant buttons to do the job immediately & keep our eyes on the road. Ever heard of the term "too much of a good thing"? That's what this thing reminds me of. And if the ride isn't plush with a V8, forget it.
I believe that we won't see another full size RWD V8 car from cadillac anytime soone if at all. Everybody is waiting for a Brougham replacement cadillac could never built a car like that again it would be to expensive, the top of the line Platinum cost about 60K.
The proportions are terrible with an unusually high roof and rear wheels that look like they've been shoved inward. All of this, of course, is because the XTS was forced to share its platform with the rest of GM's Epsilon II lineup. The interior detailing, however, is exquisite and serves as a preview for what's to come.
All the lighting that goes into cars nowadays and nobody shows what the interior/exterior lighting looks like at night. C'mon Steve, seperate your vids from the rest by showing the lighting at night.
I think the very reason Caddy went with a sportier stance and more tech is to attract a younger audience. The baby boomers are dying off. If they want to stay relevant and keep moving units they need a fresher face in the showroom. There is also the issue of the laughable status of American luxury abroad. It's why they chose to gun for BMW with the ATS. To aim high and make a reputation for themselves. If other reviews are right they may have succeeded. Time marches on. No more yank tanks.
A big Caddy that doesn't have a plush ride? Isn't as big as the old DTS? Has no big V8? No rear wheel drive? Hell..that's not a Cadillac then..so why even bother when you could get something else that does the same stuff cheaper..like an Impala? No thanks.
Let's hope you keep feeling this way in a few years. All I know is that Cadillac has a horrible reliability record, so hopefully you will trade this car in before the issues start popping up, as they do in most American cars, even with today's so-called improved reliability for them. I currently drive a Mercedes Benz S-Class, after upgrading from a Lincoln, and the repairs and reliability issues have soured me on purchasing another MB. My next car will be a Lexus LS, as my friends love theirs.
You dropped the DTS for this pathetic crap This is pure crap go back to the DTS large sedan. Stop screwing up a good car like the DTS was. Love both of my DTSs
We just bought an XTS (red premium model with the same camel interior as this tester with driver assist package and sunroof) for the very reasons he said were negative: Technology and handling. We are 42 and 37 years old which is much younger than the demographic for the old DTS this replaces. 70 year olds don't buy many cars, but people our age will continue to buy cars for years. This car is exactly what we need. It is a good balance between power and efficiency.
had a buick lacrosse, and switched to xts..even thou they share the same platform and engine, there is a world of difference..xts is smoother, softer, the engine and tranny seem more responsive, and the brakes..brembos....the steering feel is more linear and not as twitchy..love the xts
Bought an XTS too! Very nice ride
Gm couldn't let they're top brand be beat by the lower class Buick. I was looking at a used regal GS a few years ago at a Cadillac dealership. Sitting next to it was a 2015 Cadillac ATS 3.6 Premium Performance for just $3000 more. I took the Cadillac. I will say every time I see a regal GS I think how sharp it looks. Wasn't happy with the sound of the 2.0t in the regal along with the longevity of a turboed engine, that was the deal breaker. The original sticker on my Ats was $54000, I got it for $23000 with 30000 miles Cadillac certified
I have the VSport Platinum model. 410HP. Everything is covered in leather inside. It's fantastic.
This color combo looks really good!
We love the videos Steve. Keep them coming :D
I’m 41 and I found cue to be very easy to use and didn’t have any issues with it. I have a 14 ATS.
How many miles ?
Spoiler alert: Yes and I loved it!
I love this car! Great review Steve.
Great review Steve!
@stevehammes how did the XTS compare to the Lincoln MKS?
1:19
"But with a welcome air of gracefulness"
*car wobbles about*
I found that humorous
I have a Premium AWD XTS & love it. Matter of fact, it's the first car that got me to liking Cadillac as I did not like the brand prior to this car being revealed. I too am a big fan of RWD as it's what I prefer but I must say one thing Cadillac got right about this car, even tho it's FWD platform, you wouldn't think it was if no one told you because of how it rides. The only thing lacking from this was a V8! All the people I know who own one love everything about the car except that it does not have a V8! I am actually ok with it not having one. It's not the one to fly off the line, get a ATS & or CTS for that. This is for cruising on the highways! That's where this baby shines. Neither the ATS nor CTS can match the ride of the now defunct XTS. They all have their purpose. Once this car gets going on the highway, it's a pleasure to drive in total luxury & comfort.
It is available with AWD. It's still a bargain $58.1k. I know a lot of people think there should be a RWD BMW 7-Series, Mercedes S-Class, Lexus LS, and Audi A8 fighter. But this is a classic cruising big Cadillac. Nothing wrong with a big cruiser, nothing wrong with a big Caddy.
I'm not claiming that time should stand still and the XTS is a pleasure to drive, but I would think Caddy would want to offer a vehicle in this segment that the typical big Caddy driver can embrace.
do you think that many people will buy this car for the exact reasons you dont like it?...I do cause Im one of them. The technology inside this car is AMAZING.
awd option is available
Really love the look of this car, wish it was on sale in Australia
I consider this XTS is a bargain the as-tested $58,180. Some people tried to compare it to the flagship luxury sedans (Audi A8, Lexus LS, Mercedes S-Class, BMW 7-Series). This Caddy is in a way its own niche. There are still people who want a pure, American luxury car. This XTS is the one. The closest competitor I think is the Hyundai Equus. XTS and Equuus falls in the "bargain luxury segment." However, the two drivetrains are different, and the XTS has available AWD.
Amazing how little leg/floor space these new cars have, even FWD big ones like this one, I remember when FWD became the norm, one of its biggest selling points was all the front leg room for both driver and passenger, now they all make you feel that you're in some kind of race car.
I like the exterior styling but, am forced to agree that the front should have been extended a little bit from behind the rear of the front wheel well. Other than thet, I LOVE the new styling. You are right about the interior. It is to DIE for. I have the XTS Platinum edition. I traded in my 7 series for it.
No more German cars for me after this car!
i would agree with the tech in modern cars being a little over whelming at times, in my older age personally i like knobs and buttons you don`t have to look at and can operate without even looking at , even the voice operated stuff , i find it quicker to just turn the knob or press the button and the job is done.
Awesome! I can't wait!
Just test drove one today, this is a VERY GOOD Description of this car...its very stiff like a small car..its not smooth like the Dts that its replacing
Hey Steven, whats your daily driver?
what a beautiful sedan...my next car
Man the design on the new Cadillacs is great first this and then the new ATS love everything the but cue
I just meant that their traditional market has shrunk, and to stay current they needed a new base. Perhaps a tunable suspension would solve the problem, if they don't have it already.
with how incredible the cts and ats have been i was sooooo let down then the xts turned out to be a dressed up buick lacrosse
This new XTS has a nice exterior, but I will miss the big, floaty, cushy, and outdated DTS. It was one of last real traditional American full size sedans along with the panther platform.
i still have mine i love it
How many miles?
i cringed a bit on how much the car swings and tilts around the corners and during the braking. It certainly looks soft, but it may not feel that way until some more tuning on the suspension... On the other hand, this is nice take on the luxury segment with a reasonable price.
The ATS fills the smaller sport luxury role. And in this economy even a Fiesta is a pricey investment. 60 grand is a lot for any car, American or no. It could be a contributing factor to their efforts to broaden appeal and redeem the brands reputation.
Why do people always put the topic "old people" with these Cadillacs. This is luxury, but I'm sure 70yr olds won't find use of those changeable dash boards etc. I like this, and I'm not old!
You could press it with a battering ram and it'd still only work half the time.
Unhook the battery turn on lights wait then hook up again let it reset fixed all my problems even the radio works better
Thumbs up if you are upset about the absence of a V-8 in the XTS. Come on Cadillac, just listen to your customer base! Make the V-8 available, and switch the XTS from FWD to RWD.
@stevehammes is one of them the cadillc ats !
Pushing away the 70 somthings? I think Caddy needs to be marketing to a younger customer base and its doing so. If they continued marketing to old people they'd still be selling massive living rooms on wheels until they die off when that generation of people expire.
I personally believe this is by far the best sedan GM has ever produced in terms of luxury, but not performance. Leather stitched dash, real wood trim; perhaps a first for Cadillac. I just wish it was on a RWD platform and had a the same level of performance technology found in the new ATS, which is MUCH better to drive. Plus the CUE system, while intuitive, is rather unrefined and frustrating to use. But I'm sure GM will address this in the coming model years.
In theory you're right about the tech alienating old buyers (core demo) but look at the 7-series and S-class,,,they buy it anyway because its a "technological wonder" even though 1/2 those buyers are clueless as to how to use them too. Heck, 1/2 of all car buyers with nav can barely use them. I think all the tech does good for Cadillacs image - but it should be optional for the oldies that care.
What will happen in 8-10 years when this car is on its third-fourth owner and a few of the most used buttons are worn out and one of the displays have failed?
It’s sad how many ppl in the comments don’t know that the DTS was FWD only🤦🏽♂️
This car could really use an Anti-dive geometry in that suspension.
It does offer all-wheel drive though.
Ya, I know, but I'm just saying that it should have RWD standard instead of FWD like its competitors & it would probably have better handling like most RWD sedans do & the smaller CTS & ATS come with standard RWD.
Agree Steve they just lost a bunch of sales to the 75 plus crowd.
You'll be sick of me by the end of the week...now that the tryptophane has worn off I've got 5 reviews posting this week.
Can you post all the videos tonight? :p
lol when you press the brakes the whole car goes up in the air other than that its a good car nice review
agreed, so the new cts is the one to get
I tried. It's tough shooting a black car in dark ;-)
Wait, they offer this in FWD as well? That's hilarious!
The XTS is not going to get a V8. Later in the year the same twin turbo v6 with 420 hp and 430 ft lbs in the 2014 CTS will be available
Yes steve hammes is back
Personally, I rather they shuve the older gen out the door a bit. Not saying that the older generation shouldn't drive. But if a car company (i.e. Cadillac, Lincoln, Buick) want to continue to move foreward, they HAVE to get younger shoppers in. Not the 70+ living on their 6 figure pensions. Taking our Terrain to the dealer for service is mind blowing to me, being 22 and sitting with people 3 to 3.5 times my age. I ignore the status quo, and would buy a Buick, or a Caddy any day. Idk Lincoln....
No, this would probably compete more with the Buick LaCrosse. It is tough to classify. Maybe even the Chrysler 300.
The northstar v8 got better gas milage then this v6. My 2005 deville with 4.6 v8 has 275 hp 300 ft lbs tq and gets 27 mpg hwy and 20 city.
The problem with that, is that younger audience like the style but cannot afford a vehicle like this... and they prefer something smaller. What's the point of a large sedan if it doesn't have a sumptuous ride? The equivalent BMW is doing well because it's a BMW. People buy it because it's a European status symbol.
Peeped that whitney houston song
James Miller Jr. lol I had to go back but I saw it
Yay Whitney Houston!
LOL
1:14
"But with a welcome air of gracefulness"
*car wobbles about*
Pathetic.
😂😂😂😂
He nightbird the last rearwheel drive Cadillac whas built in 1992 ,22 years ago and the new Impala is a front wheel drive but not allwheel drive and does not have the magnetorheologic suspension and fully loaded it is only 3500$ less than a loaded xts , and to finish i have a 2005 Cadillac STS4 with N* , it have 240 000 miles and never let me down ,this my 3th Cady and i never had problems with any i had , i dont see your point in bashing a car that you know nothing about.By the way the old DTS WAS A FRONT WHEEL DRIVE
Too much nose dive when pressing on the breaks (see at 3:26)...geez...you would think that the engineers at Cadillac would have addressed this issue before releasing it to the public. Nice car, but the massive nose dive when breaking, just solidifies my overall opinion of Cadillac engineers, which is not good. ATS and CTS are the only good cars they have now.
Not everyone wants "amazing" technology in a car, or having to take a week to learn it all. Some of us just like to drive a nice car, and don't want to feel we are driving a computer. We don't want to shift through endless screens just to adjust the radio or ventilation. We want simple & elegant buttons to do the job immediately & keep our eyes on the road. Ever heard of the term "too much of a good thing"? That's what this thing reminds me of. And if the ride isn't plush with a V8, forget it.
Very nice Cady ***** stars
DAMN IT! LOL! I know this interior has to be beautiful at night. :-(
They better make another v8 rwd I miss the fucking sts
It comes with AWD
FWD for a car like this is a downer. It should be RWD.
I believe that we won't see another full size RWD V8 car from cadillac anytime soone if at all. Everybody is waiting for a Brougham replacement cadillac could never built a car like that again it would be to expensive, the top of the line Platinum cost about 60K.
The proportions are terrible with an unusually high roof and rear wheels that look like they've been shoved inward. All of this, of course, is because the XTS was forced to share its platform with the rest of GM's Epsilon II lineup. The interior detailing, however, is exquisite and serves as a preview for what's to come.
nice
i don't know. want one? i can export one from here for you...
All the lighting that goes into cars nowadays and nobody shows what the interior/exterior lighting looks like at night. C'mon Steve, seperate your vids from the rest by showing the lighting at night.
♪do you wanna ride,,, ♪
I think the very reason Caddy went with a sportier stance and more tech is to attract a younger audience. The baby boomers are dying off. If they want to stay relevant and keep moving units they need a fresher face in the showroom. There is also the issue of the laughable status of American luxury abroad. It's why they chose to gun for BMW with the ATS. To aim high and make a reputation for themselves. If other reviews are right they may have succeeded. Time marches on. No more yank tanks.
A big Caddy that doesn't have a plush ride? Isn't as big as the old DTS? Has no big V8? No rear wheel drive? Hell..that's not a Cadillac then..so why even bother when you could get something else that does the same stuff cheaper..like an Impala? No thanks.
Nightbird you do know the DTS was FWD only right?🤨
The new Acura RLX will dominate this thing
Like the front end... hate the ugly rear bumper and HIGH rear end
it should be AWD
Woo hoo! Look at that blubber fly!!
He sounds like Chris Hansen
Gotta look that up.
@@stevehammes its the date line guy on how to catch a predictor
Let's hope you keep feeling this way in a few years. All I know is that Cadillac has a horrible reliability record, so hopefully you will trade this car in before the issues start popping up, as they do in most American cars, even with today's so-called improved reliability for them. I currently drive a Mercedes Benz S-Class, after upgrading from a Lincoln, and the repairs and reliability issues have soured me on purchasing another MB. My next car will be a Lexus LS, as my friends love theirs.
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easily copied ford on the dash layout.....
Lost customers may go to azera or avalon
You dropped the DTS for this pathetic crap This is pure crap go back to the DTS large sedan. Stop screwing up a good car like the DTS was. Love both of my DTSs
i wont lol i always enjoy watching your videos , always hahaha