Overview:
The 2022 Cadillac XT6 brings good fuel economy to the table and additional safety features you won’t find in its competitors like the Cadillac User Experience (CUE). The 2022 Lincoln Aviator on the other hand, offers a bit more cargo space and some new updates worth looking at. Let’s compare the two.
Pricing:
The Cadillac XT5 offers 3 trims:
- Luxury: $49,790
- Premium Luxury: $54,115
- Sport: $59,415
The 2022 Lincoln Aviator offers 5:
- Standard: $52,560
- Reserve: $58,450
- Grand Touring: $69,455
- Black Label: $79,965
- Black Label Grand Touring: $88,520
The Reserve is an especially impressive mid-level trim that adds 4-zone climate control and 360-degree camera.
Power:
With two engine options, you’ll also find decent horsepower and fuel economy. The first is a 2-liter, 4-cylinder with 237 horsepower and 21 city/27 highway mpg. The other is a V6 with 310 horsepower and 19/26 mpg. Both come with a 9-speed automatic and AWD or FWD.
In terms of engine options, the Aviator provides a 3-liter V6 with 400 horsepower and the plug-in hybrid Grand Touring with 494 hp and 100 hp for the electric component. It also includes a 13.6 kWh battery. RWD is standard, giving 18/26 mpg and AWD with 17/24 mpg is optional.
Interior:
The 2022 Cadillac XT6 offers 7-8 seat layouts, available in captain chairs and a three-seat bench.Cargo space can hold 3 carry-ons and 31 with the back seats lowered. A few basic technology luxuries such as Apple Carplay/Android Auto, WIFI capabilities, an 8-inch screen and the Cadillac User Experience (CUE) are included. Also available is navigation and a rear-seat DVD player. In terms of safety features, this vehicle offers lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, automated emergency braking, pedestrian detection and available adaptive cruise control and night vision.
The Lincoln Aviator brings plenty to the table in terms of interior amenities. Starting with leather upholstery and new exterior paint colors: Gilded Green and Bronze Smoke. Cargo space is slightly more capable than the XT6 with 18 cubic feet. Others include:
- Available massaging seats
- Perfect Position with a 30-way adjustable seat
- Appearance package (panoramic sunroof & 20-inch wheels)
- Reserve’s optional driver-assistance package (front, rear and side parking sensors)
- 6-7 seat configurations
- 2nd row captains chairs
- 12.3 inch digital cluster
- 10.1 inch touchscreen
- Satellite radio
- WIFI hotspot
- Apple Carplay/Android Auto
See higher trims for more such as bluetooth and remote lock/unlock.
Conclusion:
The 2022 XT6 will bring decent mileage, technology and many impressive convenience packages. The 2022 Lincoln Aviator offers a lot in interior luxury, trim options and a hybrid engine. You decide which is right for you.