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What’s New for the 2015 Cadillac XTS Sedan?
The XTS gets standard 4G LTE connectivity with a Wi-Fi hotspot. It also gets a handful of new available features, such as a 22-way power front seat, lane-keep assist, power-folding mirrors, and more.
2015 Cadillac XTS Sedan Exterior
The exterior of the XTS is a perfect example of Cadillac’s Art & Science design language with swooping lines across the sides and an upright front and rear end.
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2015 Cadillac XTS Sedan Performance
For 2015, the XTS comes with the choice of two engines: a 3.6-liter V6 rated at 304 horsepower and a twin-turbo 3.6-liter V6 that makes 410 horsepower. GM says the turbocharged V6 is one of the most power-dense six-cylinder engines every made. This lets the engine take full advantage of its 369 lb-ft of torque.
The standard V6 will get you to 60 mph in 6.8 seconds and has a top speed of 136 mph. It offers a smooth and predictable driving experience and is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.
2015 Cadillac XTS Efficiency
With the base V6 engine, it gets an EPA-estimated 18 mpg city, 28 mpg highway, and 21 mpg combined when equipped with front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive models come in at 17/26/20 mpg. The turbocharged V6 comes standard with all-wheel drive and gets an EPA-estimated 16 mpg city, 24 mpg highway, and 19 mpg combined.
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2015 Cadillac XTS Sedan Interior
This is where the XTS really shines. It is one of the most comfortable luxury sedans and is filled with the latest and greatest in-car technology. The interior features a delightful combination of upscale materials, including fine wood, metallic trims, and upholstery all coming together with a great feel of fit and finish.
On the technology side, you’ll find an eight-inch touchscreen that is used to control many of the XTS’s functions. This gives the center console a smooth and clean look.
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2015 Cadillac XTS Sedan Safety
In crash tests, the XTS performs very well. It received the top “good” rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety in its moderate-overlap front, side-impact, roof strength, and head restraints & seats tests. It also received a “Superior” rating from front crash prevention with the available collision warning system. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration gave the XTS a five-star overall crash test rating.
If you add the Driver Awareness package, this will give you lane departure warning, forward collision alert, side blind zone alert, rear cross traffic alert, and a safety alert aeat that vibrates to help alert you to potential road hazards.
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