2016 Cadillac CT6 3.0 Twin Turbo FIRST DRIVE REVIEW (2 of 3) 

I'm buying the CT6 because it's worth it. The engineering alone sets it apart not to mention the luxury. Finally G.M. is kicking ass world while.

Finally Cadillac its returning to their roots of making big and very luxurious cars!!

Cadillac nailed it with this car!

Love this car. Great job!

Motoman you are the best! we can feel the professionalism and the passion, that got us really passionate about cars!

like i said on another CT6 review, its a crazy value, its the size of an s class with the price of a 5 series, but it weighs less than a 5 series all while keeping similar materiel usage in the cabin as well as exterior. some serious leaps forward from shit Cadillacs of 10 years ago.

i love your channel. I'm just getting into the car sales business myself for Cadillac, and training has proven to be a very independent task for me to take on. I'm sure it's the same with many newbies to the business, you just get thrown in the lake and you sink or swim. Your videos have really become my tutor on just about every car we have on our lot. I try to study everyday, and not only are they highly informative, they are so interesting. Not only that it brings what seems to be a lot of knowledgeable commenters as well. Who may not realize it are a very useful, ironic at times, resource.

Thanks so much for going into the interesting engineering details of this! Auto-journos drop the ball so hard on this sort of thing. It is appreciated - and the car looks to be quite the creation.

That chassis is a technological marvel! who would've thought a car this big would that light! And with high quality materials, features & gadgets at that! Hat's off to Travis, Dave & engineers at Cadillac! Bravo… Bravo. And being a modern Cadillac … handling is outstanding! I too had high expectations for the CT6 (being the Cadillac fan that I'm) & Cadillac delivered on all fronts… especially in the interior department. The interior design language is much better than previous Cadillacs & I'm very happy that they are keeping the Piano-Black surfaces to a bare minimum! I always hated that in the other Cadillacs … especially the Escalade. The big seats with the chevron quilting\stitching (glad they didn't follow the trend of diamond quilting) alongside the monochrome Cadillac crest on the fender & the somewhat complex grille inserts (on the Platinum model) are reminiscing of the proper Cadillacs of yore. Wide, Low, Long & with attention to details … Harley Earl would've been proud. There are few things that bothers me though: That perforated leather area surrounding the screen annoys me… the wood should be extending all the way through. The start button should've been Aluminum. A high end clock would've been nice too. And the interior could use more color\wood combinations … I hope Johan uses his Audi expertise to address that in the future! That interior in proper Maroon, Mustard, Havana brown ..etc would look sooooooo good! And I hope he drops the Platinum trim for something more sophisticated… Like BMW Individual or Audi Exclusive. I'd make a one more suggestion for Cadillac, OLED screen & update CUE with black backgrounds … it will fit perfectly with the touch sensitive buttons surrounding it.As for what would I pick for almost 90 grand, That would be the CT6 (though frankly I'd rather wait for the V8) … I already spec'd mine for $71k :)

8:58 Such well-balanced coverage! Great show as always. Very good car. As a previous owner of an LS400, to me this has the right 'feel' both interior and exterior while being thoroughly modern and updated. I like the 4wd solution too. Timing chains!

One of the best review I have ever watched..

I'm from Romania and for 90 grand I would buy this Cadillac without a second thought.

I live on the island of Oahu all my life and I'm a father of 3 adult kids. For two decades I have owned and driven mini vans (GMC Safari & Toyota Sienna). Planning for the near future and approaching my retirement years. I gotta have LUXURY, performance, and functionality. I love the Cadillac comfort 405hp get up and go power with the rear video system. Meaning when the grand kids come knocking at your front door, I'll be ready with this vehicle. Love the platform Cadillac is heading, not since the DeVille days of roomy interiors. thank you Cadillac and MotoMan for the review.

Hey Motoman, I really like the relationship you have with the Caddy guys and the uniqueness it brings to your videos (of course you are unique in your own right). They really give good insight into why their cars have improved so much. I general I like the approach you take with your reviews.

I love you motoman you are awesome

best reviews on the tube!

I bought mine in Platinum, with the adaptive rear wheel steering upgrade, so this... car... No kids, Southern Virginia. It's an upgrade from my 2017 2SS Camaro (drop top, proper 6 speed on the floor). The CT6 is in a single word "Stunning".

Love it! That front in looks wicked. Looks like a great chassis!

if I had the $$$ CT6 all day. It's a looker, a drivers car and an innovator. Love the growl of that v6 too.

Nice informative and entertaining review as always! I think this Caddy looks great! The design is unique yet handsome (read masculine), like most of their line-up, and seems less awkward looking at the front quarter (to me) than the previous CTS. Their pricing is still a bit on the high side for a domestic built car. The 2.0L base car starting price should be less than $50K. Recently cross-shopping Cadillac with Volvo, all specs near equal, our loaded Volvo V60 T6 AWD R-Design and XC60 T6 AWD Ocean Race came in at least $5K under the comparable Cadillacs. Also glad to see Cadillac has updated the Que system as we found its functionality "unfriendly" or clunky, and our cars have the legacy Volvo controls with the hundred buttons. Some of us old school dudes still like to press good quality (soft sprung) tactile buttons. There's a dedicated button or knob for most functions, so no menu searching or scrolling required.

I can’t wait until I can get my own Cadillac.. this is my baby right here

Very good review 🗣👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

I cant stop staring at the interior, looks so good

Actually MotomanTV, I WOULD buy that car! I'm currently a CTS owner and have been happy with the results from my 2009 model. Now that is not in the same class as this, hence $90,000!! Having had the service under Cadillac warranty, I was quite impressed! Well done explanation, and the cutout car is a big help to explain all that weight savings. Without seeing it here, I would be in doubt, but this is one nice ride (and very light too)!

Good work!

Motoman great review as always, though I'd have liked you to talk some more about the back seat. Since its a luxury car and all. Also I really, really like the new Genesis G90. I like what they're trying to do with both cars, bring upper crust luxury a bit closer to the middle class. Please do a review of that car when it comes available and compare the two.

Beautiful car. And that 3.0L engine is a work of art!

nice review

This car is my new favorite sedan. I must have it lol Hats off to my luxury car company Cadillac for showing the Foreign car makers how it is done

I cannot wait to buy this car! 90 grand is a bargain. It's gorgeous, understated and powerful at almost 9 horses per pound. American luxury is back baby! I live in the wonderful state of Maryland.

My spouse and I currently own two 2014 BMW 328i sedans and we live in the metro Atlanta area. I honestly love the look of the new CT6. Both are considering upgrading our cars within the year for something more luxurious and spacious. The CT6 is affordable than the German cars we've looked at.

nice to see that cad is going this way... economy and big luxuries with the 4 wheel steering...nice!

What about the the bose panaray sound system

I LIKE this! A LOT!

Would definitely buy this car. Love Cadillac CT6

Does anyone know if the 3.0l is going to go in the Ats also?

Cant wait to drive it, did Volvo release weight figures of the S90 for comparison?

This car looks great!! would love to see one on UK roads

Like I said before, if I was in a market for this kind of a vehicle I would buy it blindfolded. It is my pair of gloves. Ticks all of the boxes, at least for me, design, engineering, engine choices, technology and price tag. Got to love it.

I have had this version for 6 months now and love it. My son has 911 turbo and BMW Z4 M and would like to take my CT6 on the track once.

I really like this guy.

I like it. Is the all wheel drive system, the same that was made by delphi, that was on the GM trucks a decade ago?

great job. I've got to get 1

I'm looking into getting this car, not because of performance. I drive a lot! and need a new luxury car, comfort is the main thing I'm after, that and to be surrounded by up to date technology/safety. I really wish I could see more of what the car offers on that side. Also I have to admit it makes me feel good to buy American.

Ahead of its time, so to speak, this car offers the surprise of incredible driving experience and performance. In sport driving mode, the car maintains dynamic, muscular control even when you experience a bump at high speed; absolutely no fishtailing! This car backs up its muscular look with muscular strength performance. The 404 hp is magnificent and smooth, with an astonishing maneuverability. Many times before the end of the day you’ll just thank God, and He’ll encourage you to greater good. After all, isn’t His inspiration behind Cadillac just like any other entity? ITNOJ Amen 🙏

Lmao...engine placement "as God intended".

When you hit the glove box open icon did yours slam open or did it have soft-opening?

I like it and yes I would buy it !

I like it and it like the new interior great job Cadillac

Great information, but will like it better in 1080p.

Great review. I'd take a good hard look at the CT6 but for 90K I think I would go for the A8 or the next gen Lexus LS. Curious to see the packaging and what option you get in the CT6 for $65-70K. The low weight is very intriguing and I look forward to test driving. Currently driving a 2014 Audi S6.

so this replaces the XTS?

so where is xts? is this a production version of it?

pretty incredible engineering on this car!

So if the back wheels turn slight that means that higher chance of components going wrong or is build to make the care safer

The german fanboys absolutely hate this car because it's everything their german cars aren't!

VERY GOOD

I applaud cadillac for this car, a truly modern version of what they are known for throughout history

good job

This car is a winner. The advanced chassis is the perfect foundation for a luxury car that can still have fun in the corners.

I'd purchase the CTS6 you have in your possession. I'm very impressed with the product and feel very excited about the prospect of actually considering Cadillac in the future. it seems like its not just a great value, but a cutting edge automobile. Yes, if I had $120k to spend perhaps I'd go straight to the Benz, but its not a sure bet. I think the Germans are too focused on upping each other with electronic gizmos instead of creating a great driving automobile. Aurelio in Phoenix living in a divided household---bear down! PS- I love your work! you have the job of my dreams!

You remind me of that Guy on the HGTV show "Love it or List it"

quiet cabin?? rough road riding?? comfortable seat riding on highways??

You missed the important interior stuff. 34 speaker Panaray Bose system, video screen for rear view mirror, and back seat! We are aware that weight affects driving dynamics and all, but what about mentioning it's as light as an M4 coupe! Or the fact that it's not very good looking inside or out compared to its German rivals

Cant wait for the CT8.

What a beauty! Will it be sold in Europe?

Beautiful car.

$90,000 will easily buy you an S-Class. A slightly used previous model year is an example. If you wanted a W221, you could go 2013 for even less. Now, you have to remember... shortly before the Daimler-Chrysler merger, Daimler-Benz created the highly modular and aluminum intrusive W220 and it was a technological marvel. The full size LWB model came in at less than 4,000 lbs (closer to 3,900) with the airmatic suspension. In 1998, this was amazing. Standard satellite navigation, radar cruise control (distronic), and everything else patented for the 220 was also amazing. Nothing is more beautiful to me than a pre-midcycle model. That's why I bought one years ago. Now, nearly 20 years after MB pioneered the idea, Cadillac continues to perfect it.

The interior is beautiful.

Im a bit confused about the whole displacement tax thing.. I am living in japan and I drive an r32 GTR and despite the motor being a 2.6 L engine the fact that it is a twin turbo adds something like 1.4 L to the displacement and I still pay the higher engine tax because of that. So my question is this, what is the point of undercutting the engine to 2.95 L instead of a regular 3.0 if the twin turbos are going to knock it into the higher category regardless?

Great review as always! I'm from Italy, and with that amount of money i'd chose the all new Volvo s90, even if my heart is more for Maserati Ghibli or Jaguar XF. (I don't think about germans, not because i don't like them, but because I preferd something different)

this will be car I buy I love it the best n it class

For a long time, I've been trying to see how this, the Continental, and the new G90 stack up against each other. They're all amazing value propositions for the customer who can afford an E class, but would upgrade without hesitation to the larger S-class if it were the same price with the same specs and options. And after seeing this review, I have to say, this will probably be better than the G90, and definitely better than the Continental, but that isn't saying too much considering that they're all great cars, and they all make a great case for themselves. I'm a Lincoln fan and the new Continental stole my heart, I also love the Equus/G90 for its backseat comfort, but I'm also a geek for tech, and as of right now, I'm leaning heavily towards the CT6 because of its engineering and sharp looks. I always wanted a long wheelbase CTS, but this that and so much more, and that interior looks like a nice place to spend time in. BTW, I live in Portland, Oregon.

If they are using 200M lbs.of pressure with dies to create those waffle wheel arch supports then that would be a forging method, not casting. Casting is the pouring of molten metal into a form without significant pressure. So, did they forge, cast, or pressure cast those things?

Cadillac CT6 or Lexus LS?? When are you gonna drive the Lexus LS motoman

I have a question for you motoman. after years of bashing Lexus' touchpad, why is it not a problem in the Cadillac?

Germans, eat your heart out.

The best looking Cadillac right now. Nice that they found their root back to innovative technology like it was in old days. The interiuer looks nice classic. Actually i would like to buy from luxury cars the S Class with Maybach package. The intereur is so amazing and the Engine is a nice warp machine. The Cadillac is inside more classic like in an A8. For the price it would be the choice, but if price doesnt matter it would be the S-Class (even when the 7 series has the best tech).

A highly speced 550i cuz the blue one with white interior at the detroit auto show was beautiful! Appologies to cadillac

Pretty damn nice. I'd take an m5 but for big luxury this is pretty sweet.

Would like more on inside and why no touch screen

I would buy the Cadillac. When I was growing up this brand and Lincolns were always something you would see an older established or retired person driving. This I would drive at 34. If I can get that look in an American Car I will go American. I always think about cost of repairs, and maintenance issues. I have not had any severe problems with any of my GM vehicles. They have been very good to me. I am a proud owner of a Cadillac CTS4 coupe.

Sooo I would just like to debunk a few things about this car...I drove a 67000$ Ct6 yesterday and let just give u some9to chew on..sound system/stunning...the feel,the look,the sheer elegance of its saloon/mesmerizing it gives u this great confidence with an astute pleasure of space.moto-man u have a motor mouth..this car is the essence of what a true Americana is about in a..only a Cadillac:folks go drive feel let your sensations run wild here in America.

Love this car. This is American luxury. Beautiful design. Cadillac all day.

MotoManTV |Now i see the interior i can answer the question you asked in the preview episode. No M5 or E63 it will be between the new GS-f and this one . And we need a big V8 supercharged . I think this is a nice option. Thx

we own 2 caddies ats 2.0 xts twin turbo...id buy this one in a heartbeat..we ve had 12 caddies over the years and each one is better than the one before

good review.... caddy dealership half mile down the rd... which dictates car choose when luxury car needs maintenance care... I have a esv and as you drive performance 400 hp plus.. its hard to accept less hp

I will go with an XJ, they sound amazing, they also very light and driver engaging. This look nice tho.

Oh man. This is going to be sweet with that new V8 TT. Hell, the CT8 is going to be on S-Class levels of interior quality at this rate when it comes out (if not better). The expensive CT9 coupé has a chance to make Cadillac the most admired luxury brand.

Well I will say One of my gripes when I drove is that you do have to pull read shades up manually...Cadillac knew where I was coming from it is absurd for this type of car.B it what is is giving you is a look at where the flagship is going,in addition there is a hybrid coming into play soon..with that being said it is a possibility they will address this issue.so far as a v8 no real news on this topic just yet.the sound system is something closely resembles [ in sound] ripped out of you home.It gives u clarity,a texture,so refined...it will resonate with you.it comes at you from all directions.Its a seemless transition from space to space.but again I myself did co,e back to the fact that my guests had to manually pull up there shades.However the picture I want to paint for you is one of a car company returning to its [pinnacle of Luxury] roots.i has and did listen to its bigger brother the oh so mighty escalade.So yes white the is a bit of additional fine tuning to be done.its far surpasses anything on the the road.BY it look,feel and touch.

Realy good looking car:) I dont like us cars but this one is very nice:)

the one feature i guess is included for the higher HP models is AWD if i heard correctly. any large sedan i'd consider HAS to have that...i'm in ice and snow country. glad some bright bulb noticed a good part of their target market wants to run on the slippery side.

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I know this video was years ago, and I'm sure you know this by now... But, the 2016 Cadillac CT6 3.0TT Platinum AWD weighs 4,385 pounds, not 3,657 pounds. The base RWD CT6 with the 2.0T I4 does start at 3,647 pounds with no options on the car. That's what you must have confused with the 3.0TT Platinum. Man, if this 404 HP CT6 3.0TT Platinum weighed only 3,657 pounds, it would really accelerate, handle, and brake much better than it already does. Anyway, I always loved your videos! I've been a subscriber for years. Keep up the good work! 👍 -Chris

QUESTION : Please choose, Fully loaded CT6 or fully loaded CTS-V ? We are already in the high 90's, so it doesn't really matter. Please let me know.

I'm 17 and I would like to show all my friends what's cadillac all about with the CTS V and the CT6 so yes I would buy this!

This car is 60 lbs heavier than a 2015 335i and yet it is 22 inches longer. The Cadillac is bit more expensive, but there is a lot of overlap in the pricing at the top and bottom of the range. That is amazing!

I absolutely loved this episode and the car however, I am leaning towards the new Mercedes-Benz E class because it's way more technological with the autonomous stuff, and I feel like it looks a little better than this one. But anyway I would love to own one of these Caddies especially after watching this episode. Oh btw I live in Texas.

3657 lbs? How the hell

Well done Cadillac. For my $180K (Barbados) it would be the Cadillac. There are a lot of thoughtful features in there that compare favorably with its competitors. Plus it's the best looking one by a country mile. I have a family of 5 and I think this would make a nice car especially as the kids get older. Over the years I always had a slant towards BMW and Honda(which is considered a luxury brand where I live), but they have really made too many missteps in the last few years for the kind of blind brand adoration that some people ascribe to. Benzes of late have also really stepped up. In this segment the CT6 represents a kind of Goldilocks solution, where the porridge is just right. Plus as an audiophile, you couldn't go wrong with 34 speakers ;-)