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2018 Caddy XTS Gets New Look
General Motors Co.’s Cadillac unit is giving its XTS sedan a makeover for the 2018 model year that includes fresh styling, updated chassis, more comfortable seats and a new infotainment system.
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General Motors Co.’s Cadillac unit is giving its XTS sedan a makeover for the 2018 model year that includes fresh styling, updated chassis, more comfortable seats and a new infotainment system.
Due this autumn, the new XTS loses an inch in length—bringing it down to about 201 inches from bumper to bumper—to create more distinction between it and the larger CT6 flagship model Cadillac launched last year. The revised chassis also features new 19- and 20-inch tires that are designed to enhance NVH characteristics, according to GM.
Exterior changes include a new grille and revised headlights, taillights, fenders and front and rear fascia to create a softer look more in line with the CT6’s styling.
Inside, the front seats get a new foam geometry, wire frame structure and redesigned heat pad to improve comfort. Additional engineered sound insulators help minimize the penetration of exterior noise.
The 2018 XTS also gets the next-generation Cadillac User Experience infotainment system, which debuted on the 2017 CTS midsize car. The system has been further enhanced for the XTS to make it easier to use, according to the carmaker.
Engine choices are unchanged with the base 3.6-liter V-6 and its twin-turbocharged variant. The later kicks out 410 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque.
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