XT6 vs Lincoln Aviator

2023 Cadillac XT6 vs. Lincoln Aviator Comparison | Moline, IL

Settle into luxurious accommodations when you enter either a 2023 Cadillac XT6 or 2023 Lincoln Aviator. Both premium SUVs offer three rows of seating, two engines apiece, and a long list of standard and available driver assistance features. For more information, read through this 2023 Cadillac XT6 vs. Lincoln Aviator comparison crafted by the team at McLaughlin Cadillac.

Interested in learning more? Read through our Cadillac XT6 review.

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2023 Cadillac XT6 vs. Lincoln Aviator Interior

Exhilarate in the quietly comfortable 2023 Cadillac XT6 and Lincoln Aviator cabins. Fight winter’s chill with the heated front seats on both models. And you and your passengers can enjoy soothing tunes from the available 14-speaker Bose® Performance Series audio system on the Cadillac XT6 or 14-speaker Revel® audio system on the Lincoln Aviator. Other 2023 Cadillac XT6 interior and technology features include:

  • In-vehicle air ionizer
  • Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel
  • Power tilt and telescoping steering column
  • 8-in. color driver information center
  • 8-in. Cadillac user experience with available navigation
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™
  • Wi-Fi® hotspot capable
  • Wireless phone charging
  • Keyless open
  • Remote start
  • Universal home remote

2023 Cadillac XT6 vs. Lincoln Aviator Engine Specs & Performance

Embrace an energetic commute regardless of whether you drive a 2023 Cadillac XT6 or 2023 Lincoln Aviator. Both models can be paired with either front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). You’ll also find that the XT6 pairs its engines with a dynamic nine-speed automatic transmission, while the Aviator is equipped with a ten-speed SelectShift® automatic transmission. For more information, take a look at this Cadillac XT6 and Lincoln Aviator engines guide.

2023 Model Cadillac XT6 Cadillac XT6 Lincoln Aviator Lincoln Aviator
Engine 2.0L turbo I4 3.6L V6 3.0L twin turbo V6 3.0L twin turbo hybrid V6
Horsepower 237 HP 310 HP 400 HP 494 HP
Torque 258 lb.-ft. 271 lb.-ft. 415 lb.-ft. 630 lb.-ft.
MPG(e) 21 city/27 hwy 19 city/26 hwy 18/26 56 combined

2023 Cadillac XT6 vs. Lincoln Aviator Towing Capacity

The 2023 Cadillac XT6 can tow a maximum of 4,000 pounds, while the 2023 Lincoln Aviator has a towing capacity of 6,700 pounds.

2023 Cadillac XT6 vs. Lincoln Aviator Dimensions & Cargo Space

Going to the airport or taking a road trip? You’ll appreciate the expansive interiors of both the Cadillac XT6 and Lincoln Aviator. Both can comfortably seat seven passengers, or lower the seats in various configurations to accommodate luggage and gear. View the following chart for detailed Cadillac XT6 and Lincoln Aviator interior dimensions.

2023 Model Cadillac XT6 Lincoln Aviator
Max. Passenger Capacity Seven Seven
Max. Cargo Capacity 78.7 cu.-ft. 77.7 cu.-ft.
Cargo Behind Second Row 43.1 cu.-ft. 41.8 cu.-ft.
Cargo Behind Third Row 12.6 cu.-ft. 18.3 cu.-ft.
First / Second / Third Row Headroom 39.8 / 39.1 / 37.2 in. 41.5 / 39.7 / 36.9 in.
First / Second / Third Row Legroom 41.2 / 39.1 / 29.5 in. 43 / 39 / 29.2 in.

2023 Cadillac XT6 vs. Lincoln Aviator Safety Features & Options

Work to protect your loved ones in either the 2023 Cadillac XT6 or Lincoln Aviator. Among other similar driver assistance features, you’ll find that both offer a head-up display to help you keep focused on the road.

The Cadillac XT6 also offers a couple of unique features — Super Cruise™ hands-free driver assistance technology and a night vision system. The Super Cruise hands-free system is compatible with certain highways and leverages cameras, sensor technology, GPS data, and map data to help steer the vehicle. It is designed to prompt you to pay close attention so you can be prepared to reassert manual control as needed. The night vision system displays a thermal heat image that shows detected pedestrians or large animals.

Other driver assistance features on both models include:

2023 Cadillac XT6

  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Automatic seat belt tightening
  • Forward collision alert
  • Front pedestrian braking
  • HD rear vision camera
  • Lane change alert with side blind zone alert
  • Lane keep assist with lane departure warning
  • Passenger sensing system
  • Rear cross traffic alert
  • Rear pedestrian alert
  • Available HD surround vision
  • Available rear camera mirror with washer
  • Available surround vision recorder

2023 Lincoln Aviator

  • 360-degree camera
  • Pre-collision assist with automatic emergency braking
  • Forward collision warning
  • Dynamic brake support
  • Pedestrian detection
  • Rear view camera
  • Blind spot information system and cross path alert with braking
  • Lincoln Co-Pilot360™ 1.5 Plus
    • Intelligent adaptive cruise control
    • Evasive steering assist
    • Reverse brake assist
    • Park Assist 2.0

2023 Cadillac XT6 vs. Lincoln Aviator Price

The 2023 Cadillac XT6 starts at $49,990 MSRP, while the 2023 Lincoln Aviator has a starting MSRP of $53,340.



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