2017 Audi A6 vs. 2017 Cadillac XTS
When we compare the 2017 Audi A6's and the 2017 Cadillac XTS's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Audi A6 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. The 2017 Cadillac XTS has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Audi A6's and the 2017 Cadillac XTS's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Cadillac XTS is a better car than the 2017 Audi A6.
2017 Audi A6 vs. 2017 Cadillac XTS Pricing
A used 2017 Audi A6 ranges from $16,375 to $29,940 while a used 2017 Cadillac XTS is priced between $13,040 to $27,319.
2017 Audi A6 vs. 2017 Cadillac XTS Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Audi A6 loses 58.2 percent of its value and the 2017 Cadillac XTS loses 59.5 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Audi A6 retains 1.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Cadillac XTS.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Audi A6’s base engine makes 252 horsepower, and the 2017 Cadillac XTS base engine makes 304 horsepower. The A6 is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 673 miles. The XTS is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 532 miles. This gives the 2017 Audi A6 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2017 Cadillac XTS. The A6 uses premium unleaded, and the XTS uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2017 Cadillac XTS, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2017 Audi A6 and 2017 Cadillac XTS are comparable in regards to rear head room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2017 Audi A6 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16375 - 29940
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.582474
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
13040 - 27319
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.595463
Audi A6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.445588 / 10
Reliability:
8.736765 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac XTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Audi A6 Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 20Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
17 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29Cadillac XTS Rankings
Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 24Ranking
20 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2017 Audi A6 Trim Levels
2.0T Premium, 2.0T Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Premium, 2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Premium Plus, 3.0T quattro Prestige, quattro competition Prestige
2017 Cadillac XTS Trim Levels
Luxury, Platinum, Platinum Vsport, Premium Luxury, Premium Luxury Vsport, Standard
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
252 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
304 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
264 foot-lbs @ 5300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
475 / 673 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 532 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
14.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
18 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3803 lbs
Width:
82.1 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
194.2 inches
Wheelbase:
114.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4006 lbs
Width:
72.9 inches
Height:
59.1 inches
Length:
202 inches
Wheelbase:
111.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P245/45R19