Cadillac CT6 vs. Lexus LS 460
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Cadillac CT6 and Lexus LS 460 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Cadillac CT6 and the Lexus LS 460.
When we compare the Cadillac CT6's and the Lexus LS 460's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac CT6 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Lexus LS 460 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Cadillac CT6's and the Lexus LS 460's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac CT6 is a better car than the Lexus LS 460.
Pricing: A used 2017 Cadillac CT6 ranges from $19,499 to $34,994 while a used 2017 Lexus LS 460 is priced between $24,977 to $39,025.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Cadillac CT6’s base engine makes 265 horsepower, and the Lexus LS 460 base engine makes 386 horsepower. The CT6 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 585 miles. The LS 460 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 533 miles. This gives the Cadillac CT6 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lexus LS 460. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Cadillac CT6 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Lexus LS 460 has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear shoulder room. The Cadillac CT6 and Lexus LS 460 are comparable in regards to rear head room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$53,795
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$78,706
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$32,065 - $131,400
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$72,520
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$78,706
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$32,065 - $131,400
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$26,694
Price Range:
$19,499 - $34,994
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$36,347
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$17,962 - $68,918
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
51
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
79,203
# Good or Great Deals:
25
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$32,129
Price Range:
$24,977 - $39,025
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$36,347
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$17,962 - $68,918
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
10
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
95,263
# Good or Great Deals:
5
Cadillac CT6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
6.4 / 10
Reliability:
5.9 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Lexus LS 460 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Cadillac CT6
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.3
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large Cars)
4.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
0.7 - 7.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
2.1%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lexus LS 460
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
6.7
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Large Cars)
4.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
0.7 - 7.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
50%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
1.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
0.6 - 28.3
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
1.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
0.6 - 28.3
Cadillac CT6 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
6 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
18 out of / 24Ranking
19 out of / 24Lexus LS 460 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Cadillac CT6 Trim Levels
2.0T, 2.0T Luxury, 3.0TT Luxury, 3.0TT Platinum, 3.0TT Premium Luxury, 3.6L, 3.6L Luxury, 3.6L Platinum, 3.6L Premium Luxury
Lexus LS 460 Trim Levels
Base, L
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
265 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
386 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
367 foot-lbs @ 4100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.091 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
429 / 585 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 24 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
355 / 533 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot 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
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
46.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.2 inches
Cargo Space:
15.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
110.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
13.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
103.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3647 lbs
Width:
74 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
204.1 inches
Wheelbase:
122.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4233 lbs
Width:
73.8 inches
Height:
58.1 inches
Length:
200.4 inches
Wheelbase:
116.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/50R18
Exterior Colors
Beige
Bronze Dune Metallic
Black
Black Raven / Stellar Black Metallic
Blue
Dark Adriatic Blue Metallic
Gray
Moonstone Metallic / Phantom Gray Metallic
Green
Dark Emerald Metallic
Purple
Deep Amethyst Metallic
Red
Red Passion Tintcoat
Silver
Radiant Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Tricoat
Exterior Colors
Beige
Satin Cashmere Metallic
Black
Caviar / Obsidian
Blue
Nightfall Mica
Gray
Nebula Gray Pearl
Green
Not available
Purple
Not available
Red
Matador Red Mica
Silver
Atomic Silver / Liquid Platinum
White
Eminent White Pearl / Ultra White
Interior Colors
Beige
Light Neutral w/Jet Black Accents
Black
Jet Black
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Parchment w/Dark Brown Walnut Trim
Black
Black w/Matte Bamboo Trim / Black w/Shimamoku Espresso Wood Trim / Black w/White Perforations and Genuine Aluminum Trim / Black/Saddle Tan w/Matte Dark Brown Ash Burl Trim / Black/Saddle Tan w/Shimamoku Wood Trim
Brown
Dark Brown w/Shimamoku Espresso Wood Trim / Flaxen w/Genuine Aluminum Trim / Flaxen w/Shimamoku Espresso Wood Trim
Gray
Light Gray w/Shimamoku Espresso Wood Trim
