In 2013, Cadillac's flagship XTS replaced the aged DTS. The new XTS has a good balance of exterior style, interior refinement and modern technology. Smaller than the geriatric DTS it replaced, the XTS bridges the gap between midsize and full-size luxury sedans.
What's New for 2014
Even though it was all new last year, the XTS gains more power, thanks to an optional twin-turbocharged V6 engine.
Also of note are an advanced automatic parking assist option, an available rear-seat entertainment system with twin DVD screens that fold out of the backs of the front seats, and electric power steering in front-wheel drive models.
Choosing Your Cadillac XTS
The first stop in choosing an XTS is drive type:
The standard-issue XTS comes with standard front-wheel drive (all-wheel drive is optional), a 305-horsepower 3.6-liter V6, and four trim levels:
Standard
The base XTS is still a Cadillac, and comes with standard features like dual-zone automatic climate control, leather upholstery, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, and push-button start.
Luxury
Stepping up to Luxury adds features like front and rear park assist, a memory package, a rearview camera, and ventilated front seats.
Premium
A Premium comes with navigation, tri-zone automatic climate control, a variety of driver assists, and a full-color head-up display.
Platinum
It's all in the details for the Platinum XTS—a leather-wrapped console and dashboard, premium carpeting, upgraded leather upholstery, and rear sunshades.
The high-performance XTS Vsport comes with standard all-wheel drive, a 410-horsepower twin-turbocharged V6, and two trim levels—Premium and Platinum—with features that mirror equipment levels on the regular XTS.
CarsDirect Tip
As thrilling as the extra power in the Vsport can be, most XTS buyers should be pleased with the normally aspirated engine. Our pick of the lineup is the XTS Premium.