Cadillac’s Shake-Up

Cadillac’s New Chapter

Cadillac seems to be shaking things up these days. First, the XT4 dropped off the grid earlier this year, and now, they’ve got their sights set on saying goodbye to some other family favorites. The XT6 will be waving its last goodbye by the end of this year, with the XT5 set to follow at the end of 2026. Quite the reshuffle, especially coming from an iconic brand like Cadillac.

XT6 Plans

So, what’s the deal with the XT6? Selling over 20,000 units in the U.S. last year isn’t a shabby number by any means. Launched back in 2020, it’s been holding its own. But Cadillac’s not looking for just a makeover for this three-row SUV; they’re cutting it off entirely. It’s part of a bigger move, especially since Cadillac has been busy, rolling out over six new models just this past year alone. In their own words, they are making ‘necessary adjustments’ for growth in luxury segments.

The XT6 is expected to fade out by the end of 2025, produced alongside the new electric models like the Lyriq and Vistiq at the Spring Hill plant in Tennessee. The XT6 isn’t leaving without a replacement, though. The electrified version, the Vistiq, is already stepping into the light. The 2025 XT6 still offers quite a package though, starting at $49,195, with a standard turbocharged four-cylinder engine delivering 235 horsepower and a V6 option pushing 310 horsepower. Cargo space maxes out at a generous 78.7 cubic feet, topping rivals like the BMW X5 in this aspect.

XT5’s Future

On to the XT5. It’s still riding out its production wave after the XT4’s departure and with the XT6 preparing for its exit. It sold over 26,000 units in 2024, enough to secure a spot in the lineup a little longer, probably till the end of 2026. Starting at $44,295, it comes with similar engine offerings as the XT6. It seats five comfortably and offers up to 30 cubic feet of cargo space, leaving competition like the Volvo XC60’s 22.4 cubic feet a bit in its wake.

Cadillac’s Lyriq is up there too, not just as an electric alternative but a strong selling one at that. A single-motor rear-wheel-drive model comes packing 365 horsepower, while the dual motor all-wheel-drive version pumps up to 515 horsepower.

Looking Ahead

Cadillac is definitely steering towards an electric future, with gas guzzlers slowly being shown the door. What’s interesting is that the XT4, XT5, and XT6 are bowing out before the CT4 and CT5 sedans. The Escalade remains a staple, a testament to its loyal following. As for the sedans, time will tell. This move toward electrification might just shuffle the deck further in the near future.