Is the NEW 2023 Cadillac XT6 Sport a BETTER luxury SUV than a Audi Q7? 

I had the first year model of the XT6 Luxury version. With Captains chairs in 2nd row…One of the best cars I ever owned. The only thing I thought they could improve was the quickness and MPG. Always felt luxurious… loved the seats, loved the ride quality, loved the infotainment system…… and the AC was excellent too!

I can't believe Joe missed the rear wiper tucked beneath the roof spoiler. His one major area he loves to zonk and he missed it.

You know, it took me so long to see what's different on this XT6, and it's the grill. Cadillac has done an amazing job with this XT6. Imagine if they made an XT6-V!

My mom, back in July, bought herself a 2023 XT6 premium Luxury and she absolutely loves it, glad to see raiti’s rides is reviewing the sport trim

This is one of only a few SUVs with no visible rear wiper! Surprised you didn't mention that in the review.

Joe always liked the XT6 Sport, however, Cadillac should give this vehicle a full digital instrumention display and a larger touchscreen, like in the Escalde and the Lyrique. I heard the XT4 is getting full digital and a large touchscreen. The XT6 should also get an optional Turbo V6 and maybe call it V-Sport.

And the Bose sound system in it is unsurpassed by any I’ve ever heard! Base that will rattle your bones and the clarity even at extremely high volume is superb! I simply love everything about my 2022XT6!

Its due for a refresh, but I guess with so many coming this year already (Canyon/Colorado, Traverse, Acadia plus all the full-size SUV's, Escalade, etc.) they decided to wait. When they do finally refresh, it'll probably get the digital dash from the XT4, and that new 2.5 turbo the '24 Traverse is getting. (315hp / 317tq) It would be nice to have a bit more power right now, but the 2nd gen 3.6 is well proven. As for the instrument cluster, it's the same as the one I had in my 2020 CT5-V. Good, but outdated. I drove a '23 XT6 Sport several weeks ago. It had the base seats (not the ones in this review) and as much as I liked the rest of the vehicle, they seemed REALLY hard.

I've always felt that Caddy should have had an engine upgrade option on the XT6 to distinguish it from the Enclave/Traverse. This does everything right, but $75K is too much, imho. You can get a Suburban Premier for that which is superior to this in every qualitative way. At $65K this would be a slam dunk.

I don't mind the fake vents that are not functional. In my opinion I think it's more aggressive for the looks.

I would prefer this as a 2 rows suv and the Escalade as the 3 rows option or having a full bench to maximize the space. But in general it is a nice vehicle, great materials and nice performance.

Another great review Joe, But i was waiting for that big ZONK on the 8" infotainment screen for a 2023 $75,000 SUV. But i loooove you let them have it with the NON-SPORT TIRES on a sport edition lol.

XT6 soooo nice! Wish Cadillac would make xt5 look like xt6.

Love this Cadillac its a good midsize suv I’m digging this blue color

I have a 2022XT6 and positively absolutely adore it! Lol don’t want to drive anything else now but this!

Went from a Durango RT to a q7 and now I’m looking to go from the q7 to a xt6 sport.

The sport comes with an optional carbon fibre accent instead of the wood. But I love the wood, so I'm glad it comes with the option still on the sport. Different strokes, for different folks!!

Great review as usual Joe! My wife has an 2017 XT5 with the same engine and it is very reliable. The XT6 will be a good upgrade for the new grand kids, but the price should be lower to sale more units as mentioned before.

Hard to choose what I like more. What would make me choose this if Cadillac ever came out with black wing version. Boy she would be screamer

I feel that the XT6 often get overlooked for the Escalade, when consumers are looking for a Cadillac 3-row SUV. Also, Caddy needs to one day come out with the subcompact XT3, to rival the Benz GLA, BMW X1, and Lexus UX.

Just picked one up last week and WE LOVE LOVE LOVE it

USA.......what a beautiful vehicle......Thanks Joe.

Yessir that’s a sexy caddie. Love the design of the outside/inside and I wouldn’t change a thing honestly.

All the mentioned features are normal features and can be found on any mid size suv For a luxury car review i would like to know more about the sound insulation or the luxury features that does not exists on the normal cars and why i want to pay a 65K for this! Not how many cup holders exists.....

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Once Cadillac updates the interior tech it'd be perfect

I would love the look of the xt6 I think it’s one of the best looking suvs right now. Would love a v model with maybe the twin turbo from the blackwing ct4

Big fan of Cadillac!

XT6 is really fun and nice car to drive i love it, not boring as another suv at its class. You're the best joe thank you 👍 im call it baby escalade

I was impressed with ride quality and comfort and quietness of this SUV , Bose audio, some fake stuff is interior tweaks like panels and plastics, but other than great gas mileage as you can shift it to two and all wheel drive ....

I can tell you love driving, because you didn’t even think of showing off SuperCruise. That’s a nice addition this year.

The opulent blue color is new to the XT6 but not to Cadillac. It was offered on the Cadillac CTS. I do believe the dark moon blue was more suitable for this type of vehicle, but I also liked the shadow metallic a lot which they've also discontinued...

Loved your review Joe. Thank you, but I love the wood. Can hardly wait to experience my new XT6!

Shouldn't have missed that this is a Platinum. Starting msrp for xt6 is about 51k for the luxury and it goes all the way up to 70k + on these Platinums.

looks identical to my 2021 XT6. time for a refresh!

I think the GV80 and Aviator are both better looking inside and out. They also have more power.

for any of the taller drivers out there, i have a 2022 xt6 sport awd and I sat in a 2023 escalade and my xt6 had more headroom even though the specs say different...

I like this ride

Nice vehicle. My wife’s lease is up on her Aviator. I’ve been scouting vehicles and wanted to learn more about the XT6. Thank you! I do think with features, equipment and power, we may choose to buy out the Aviator. Just seems better.

75K is a lot to pay for a heavily badge-engineered Chevy Traverse. At this price point, analog gauges and last-generation tech are hard to justify. My initial reaction was that the model is intended to appeal to an older demographic that has less use for the latest tech. But the availability of Supercruise and a “sport” appearance package with Brembo brakes (of all things) undercuts that theory. So who is the target market? I can’t imagine there are that many consumers cross-shopping this against a Q7 or the other German offerings. It’s got to be cannibalizing the Acadia Denali and Enclave, right?

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Nice. I'm still enjoying my '21 xt5. Perfect size for an old bachelor like myself.

Not a fan of the German models due to maintenance costs if you keep the car for any length of time. I’d choose the Cadillac over the Germans.

We have a 2019 sq5 now. And we are looking at the 23 xt6 sport premium plus. It's odd because the sq5 is amazing. The xt6 is just bigger. Idk.

I’d go with a different color on the inside but I like it.

I considered to buy a 23' Cadillac XT6 Sport.

If you had to choose between this or the xt5 sport? I am looking to trade in my 2022 sorento sx awd turbo. Looking for something that compares to it 3 row is not a mandatory.

Needs a more powerful engine option.

Alright, Cadillac!!! We see you out there sprucing up the XT6 with this sport package!!! Great review Joe and Lori and Steven!!!

I love the Cadillac xt6s in general but man taking the front bumper apart is a pain sometimes. Very similar to an Escalade on how it comes apart. But do see alot of these at the Cadillac dealership I work for

You’re right Joe…….the tires don’t make any sense. Cadillac is a little confused

$75k, holy grain for that interior, Jesus. A nicely equipped BMW X6 with M sport and Premium package is just over $77k.

I love the color combo here that blue is very nice I agree that wood grain needed to be left back in the old deville that dates it but as usual awesome job very good descriptions of this car I still miss the Eldorado and Sevilles

I'm sorry, but Cadillac should be ashamed of themselves for having a such a nice looking vehicle that's trying to compete with the German competition and only giving it a N/A 310 horsepower V6. Big head scratcher for me and charging 75,000 🤯🤯🤯. Highway robbery !!!! It's just a nicely dressed 👗 Chevy Traverse 😱😱😱

Not a GM fan....and I've usually found Cadillac SUVs unappealing. But, I gotta admit this is a VERY nice looking ride. Great color, handsome and tasteful styling, nice interior (I like the wood). Still, I think the Lyric would be a better choice and value for me

I think Audi messed up on their new design for suvs the previous ones looked better

I don't think this video does this amazing vehicle any justice I own the platinum edition which includes to many items to name from TV's in the head rest to a air ionizer. Decent power with 310HP which i wish they used the CT5 twin turbo engine.

I have a 2020 Chevy Blazer Premier. Funny that it's easily a sportier vehicle than this, with the exact same engine, yet doesn't offer paddle shifters.

Great review, nice to see one not completely bashing this vehicle. Not all of us are dainty purse/scarf wearing euro men.

Should of showcased the xt6 with onyx package blacked out version

I'm not digging that wood on the interior. But I love the tan they used. Wish the infotainment system was a touch bigger. But aside from that? Really nice vehicle. Especially that blue paint job.

Exterior styling is great but interior is a letdown. Lots of carry over from XT5 which is already old to boot. Everything seems outdated in terms of electronics.

Looks very nice inside with that color

I have the Xt5 sport 2023 same color. I love it 🎉

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To The Door Panels Joe!!!! On Throttle!!!!

I’ve watched multiple videos on this vehicle and no one has ever mentioned that the 2023 model has an engine with an ATM feature, active fuel management, which allows the engine to operate on all 6 or 4 cylinders depending on driving conditions. Typically when operation is dropped to 4 cylinders it is accompanied by engine vibration and shuddering. I might not have purchased this car had I experienced this on my test drive, however the test route seemed to be carefully selected to avoid this.

I enjoy your reviews the best. Nail everyone sir! Great work

Fully digital gauges should be standard in all Cadillac products by now...

Pressure shares the same platform as the traverse but it resembles a dodge journey

The Cadillac is really pretty would go for that one instead of the German brands knowing how Cadillac is and the wood would definitely be better on the higher trims and on the sport it would be neat to have the carbon fiber definitely love the Cadillac love this joe and pretty color

I think I will go with XT6😊

Cadillac will forever be a iconic company but they cant outdo Audi

Man I’m sorry but I was absolutely disappointed. I actually went with the Explorer ST after seeing your review. Love the vids!

That light brown interior gives me old man vibes you’re right they should definitely get rid of that

Is this one worth the 75 k I don't think so

Great review, and while i agree on the interior wood, the entire interior is off. Should be gray or black leather. Someyhing sportier for sure.

I would chose any car manufacturers that doesn’t use a tablet like info system. Absolutely hate that. Well done Cadi

To me this looks much better than the competition. Genesis is a bit of teenager, always flexing his muscles in front of the bathroom mirror. Hopefully, the brand will tone down those odd headlights and guitar-pick grill as it matures. The Q7 looks like it hauls family members all day long. It's proportions lean toward minivan. I wish I had the money to get into an XT while the design language is still utilitarian, modern, and athletic. With my luck, when I have the money, Cadillac will have moved onto a complete different aesthetic.

That's right Ivan I noticed also how he missed the rear wiper. I love the new style but as a family man with four children. I need more space.

@RaitisRides For the same price, would you pick the XT6 premium luxury trim with tech and drive assist package or Grand Cherokee L limited with black appearance, panoramic roof and 9 speaker audio packages?

It looks nice My grandparents drove Cadillac’s as well But $75,000 for 300HP. No thanks it doesn’t have to be a black wing But at least 400HP

I feel like this is a major L from Cadillac. This doesn’t scream 70k value when there are other rides out there with more and better looking.

Can you make comparison of pairs: Cadillac Escalade and Lincoln Navigator; XT6 and Aviator; XT5 and Nautilus; XT4 and Corsair and CT6 and Continental?

" rear command centre"...great touch...

I like the look and sound a lot. But Cadillac need to work on the infotainment screen upgrade. Bigger and wider please, this feels 2015-17 Audi vibes. Cureent generation Lexus RX and Audi Q5-Q7 are ahead in that department.

Cool car; again is something different than Benz/Audi/BMW, or Lexus(Toyota),right? Nice sound too,when accelerating firmly; sounds(muted in a good way; my taste at least) like a sports car, hahaha Cadillac had head-up display back in the '90's ,the STS if i'm not wrong... So it's not new for Cadillac. They were the first,i think..

Anyone have experience with the "Automatic Seatbelt tightener"? Truth be told I've not tried it.....but man sounds like a pain the ass if it's too tight, etc. I'd rather adjust for myself....

GMs pricing has gotten so out of control its insane. This is a 50k vehicle AT BEST.......

Hey, Joe good review on the suv, however I prefer the mb gle 63s over the xt6 or maybe the 2023 range rover autobiography???.

It looks good, but for some reason Im getting vibes of 90's and early 00's caddy where this would appeal to mostly old folks. Maybe it was the interior colors or that bland V6 that didn't make any noise. Another note, my wife and I love watching your videos. keep the content coming, sir

That pumped in audio is the same as the new M3/M4 lol!

I’m definitely happy that Cadillac is finally entering the 21st Century as the 2023 Lyric is one of my favorite upcoming electric SUVs as it look beautiful while still maintaining the classic design Langue while successfully integrating modern design language as well as implementing really advanced technology into the vehicle, not to mention the Celestiq slated for 2025. I do wish they would put the Escala and ElMiraj into production as they are absolutely breathtaking works of design.

Cripes this is beautiful. It would have been nice if they put in the 3.6 Twin Turbo that my XTS VSport has. 410 HP.

XT6 Sport Game Changer

ill choose 4 runner my favourite suv

Raiti, don't want to sound like an douchebag... But can we even call it a Cadillac ? Leave the engine eventhough it's vanilla - it's mounted transversely - so basically this is a front wheel drive based platform ... Don't you think they could have mounted it longitudinally and made it a proper rwd based crossover ...in that way it can still be more fun to drive, better handling from weight distribution - just take the rwd based ford explorer for instance ....

I think it's had to overlook the GV80 in this segment. They just set such a high bar for the money. The XT6 has to me, always been in a weird space where the Escalade would do but someone just didn't want to buy an Escalade. It's got decent power but it's nothing special. There is nothing here that gives it that extra edge except for the size and the unique Cadillac styling. Thats speaking as a fan of Cadillac for years. The XT5 however I think is the best in it's segment for what you spend.

They need to make the 3.0TT and 3.6TT trims for this car

$75,000!! Holy 💩