2023 Cadillac XT6 vs. 2023 Lincoln Nautilus | NewCars.com

2023 Cadillac XT6 vs. 2023 Lincoln Nautilus Review

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2023 Cadillac
XT6

MSRP*: $48,595 to $60,095
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2023 Lincoln
Nautilus

MSRP*: $44,825 to $67,245
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MPG - City 18 - 21 MPG 19 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 27 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 6 - 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 78.7 ft3 68.8 ft3
Engine
  • 235-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 310-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 250-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 335-hp, 2.7-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 235 - 310 hp 250 - 335 hp
Towing Capacity 1,000 - 4,000 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 198.5 in 190.0 in
Exterior Width 77.3 in 86.1 in
Leg Room Front 41.2 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.6 in
Head Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 39.1 in
Front 37.8 - 39.9 in
Rear 38.6 - 39.2 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Cadillac XT6 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Lincoln Nautilus, with comparable head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Cadillac XT6 and the Lincoln Nautilus.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Cadillac XT6 as you will with the Lincoln Nautilus, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Cadillac XT6 is somewhat more expensive than the Lincoln Nautilus.

Dimensions
Since the Cadillac XT6 is much slimmer than the Lincoln Nautilus, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Cadillac XT6, which is slightly longer than the Lincoln Nautilus.

Handling
The Cadillac XT6 has the same turning radius as the Lincoln Nautilus, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Cadillac XT6 is clearly the choice over the Lincoln Nautilus for pulling heavy loads. The Cadillac XT6 has a little more horsepower than the Lincoln Nautilus.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Cadillac XT6 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Lincoln Nautilus.

Utility
The Cadillac XT6 offers greater seating capacity than the Lincoln Nautilus, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Cadillac XT6 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Lincoln Nautilus.