2013 Cadillac XTS Reviews, Pricing & Specs
Overview
To better compete with large luxury sedans from Audi and BMW, Cadillac has discontinued the STS and DTS and combined their best elements to...
To better compete with large luxury sedans from Audi and BMW, Cadillac has discontinued the STS and DTS and combined their best elements to create the 2013 XTS. And it’s a beauty. Sleek and sporty, the front hood of the XTS has gentle creases to enhance its style. Although the front fascia is a bit heavy on the bling, in contrast, the rear is muted and elegant.
Under the hood, it’s got a 3.6-liter V6 with 300 hp and 264 lb-ft of torque. Like an Audi, it’s front-wheel drive, with an option for all-wheel drive. A 6-speed manual transmission with tap-shift control comes standard, along with 19-inch wheels (20-inchers are optional). This promises to give the car a sportier edge, like the aforementioned STS. The car is built on the same platform as the Buick LaCrosse, so it is expected to have similar handling.
And like the DTS, this new XTS emphasizes roominess. To wit: Caddy has stated the luxury sedan is designed to fit not only 4 adults, but the trunk has been carefully engineered to fit their 4 golf bags as well. Talk about knowing your clientele! And with 40 inches of legroom in the rear seats (more than its closest competitors, the Audi A8 L, the BMW 7 Series and the Mercedes-Benz S-Class), nobody will feel cramped. Chock-full of hidden compartments, the XTS offers plenty of places to hide valuables while out on the course. Purple contrast stitching adds a bit of uniqueness to an otherwise unremarkable interior.
Cadillac is using the XTS to introduce its new CUE infotainment system. Although still very much in beta, it offers some promising new technology, including a proximity sensor, which can change menus when the hand is near, and a tactile pulse when a button is depressed. The digital instrument panel is also fully configurable, from a simple digital display to a more classic analog feel.
Advanced safety features will include lane departure warning and a Safety Alert Seat, which vibrates the driver's seat on the left or right, depending on the direction of the danger the sensors have detected. Ten airbags, including 2 front knee bags, will keep passengers safe during an impact.
Cadillac is aiming for a sweet spot in the marketplace, an opening left since Lincoln discontinued its Town Car, for upscale older gentlemen and their associates looking to be pampered. It’s got the name and the prestige, but will it lure buyers?
What owners say
"Overall, drivers are impressed with the 2013 Cadillac XTS, particularly praising its elegant interior, smooth ride, and great value for the features it offers. Many noted the powerful 3.6L engine and AWD option as highlights. However, some drivers expressed concerns about specific issues like front-end vibrations, electronic glitches, and the lack of modern tech features like Android Auto and Apple CarPlay."
Excellent Car Features and great value. The Car is Perfect missing nothing! I compared it to the Mercedes-Benz SCLASS S550 4Matic and the BMW.
August 18, 2025It's a good value you must keep up on the maintenance
June 5, 2026I love the sleek style of this car and the features are nice as well it's definitely a carbon copy of the cts or vice versa
October 20, 2026What owners say
Excellent Car Features and great value. The Car is Perfect missing nothing! I compared it to the Mercedes-Benz SCLASS S550 4Matic and the BMW.
August 18, 2025It's a good value you must keep up on the maintenance
June 5, 2026I love the sleek style of this car and the features are nice as well it's definitely a carbon copy of the cts or vice versa
October 20, 2026My first Cadillac, best purchase of my life. Would recommend to anyone
May 10, 2021Always wanted a Cadillac and this XTS was no disappointment. Couldnt be more pleased with purchase. To me for what I got was a very good value. All I can say it is such a well equipped beautiful car with so many features, will take awhile to get familar with them all. Very comfortable car to drive. My only regret is that I didnt buy one much sooner. This car gives it competitors a good run for the money. Best of all its made in the Good Ole USA.
August 30, 2022Great features and exceeded my expectations. I love my xts
April 11, 2022The car was a great car. Very little maintenance for the five years I owned it. And when a lady ran a red light and totaled it. I walked away unhurt. So I just bought a 2019 xts to replace it.
July 12, 2024Pretty much has every option available today in various loaded vehicles except no Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, or Internet access. You can choose your phone as a media selection and broadcast phone sound via Bluetooth. The car is awesome and is comparable other domestic and European luxury sedans with more passenger room than the Cadillac CTS. Mucho options at an affordable price.
June 6, 2023This is a great car BUT beware of front end vibration when accelerating, the electronic glove box opens when it wants due to a faulty actuator and the touch buttons for the emergency flashers stops working and they can turn on by themselves at any time. Check these and all of the buttons when test driving this car.
January 2, 2021Very similar to other GM products, especially Malibu and Impala. Most distinctive feature is front led running lights. Handling a bit numb, but secure, even with magnetic ride control .Braking with Brembo fronts is excellent, acceleration not so much, but this is not a V-8, and louder than expected under full bore. Transmission shifts are silky smooth. Festooned with electronic wizardry, some are gimmicky like the electric glove box release, which has been replaced already. The poorly laid out dash display received reprogramming last service, now displays proper round guages including speedo, tach, temp and fuel, without the flowing, sparkles at startup. Vastly improved. All wheel drive inspires driver confidence, great traction in all weather. Value has dropped in half in 2 years, that's almost $30K!
November 10, 2014Trims & specs
Base MSRP $48,305 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.6L 304 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG 18 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $57,935 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.6L 304 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 18.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 21 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $68,395 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.6L 304 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 18.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 21 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $49,250 | Seating 2 |
Engine 3.6L 304 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG 18 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $52,895 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.6L 304 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 18.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 21 | Drivetrain AWD |
Base MSRP $49,630 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.6L 304 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG 18 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $55,705 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.6L 304 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 18.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 23 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $66,195 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.6L 304 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 18.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 23 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $50,895 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.6L 304 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 18.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 23 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $46,895 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.6L 304 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 18.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 23 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $50,595 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.6L 304 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity N/A |
Combined MPG 18 | Drivetrain FWD |
Base MSRP $46,795 | Seating 5 |
Engine 3.6L 304 hp V6 | Cargo Capacity 18.0 cu ft |
Combined MPG 18 | Drivetrain FWD |
Pricing trends
MSRP range
$44,075 - $60,385
Current avg. market price
$10,606
Trending down by 2.5% this month
May 2026 - November 2026
