Sometime in 2015, Cadillac will show the world the 2016 CT6. Previously bound to be called LTS, the full-size, Omega-based, rear-drive flagship will finally take the game to the likes of the BMW 7-Series, Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Lexus LS, and the Audi A8/S8. So, our artists have dreamed up this rendering of the Cadillac CT6Â — which has been described to us as a larger, more grandiose CTS — to give you an idea of what it will (more or less) look like when the wraps come off.
Some noteworthy elements of the design include:
- An evolution of the Cadillac’s Art and Science design philosophy, with a more stubby fascia to meet the latest in global crash test requirements
- A long, almost exaggerated dash to (front) axle ratio, lending a hint of the CT6’s sporty rear wheel-drive underpinnings
- Long rear doors, which we may see on the extended-wheelbase model
- LED lighting galore
- Chrome trim pieces around the cabin greenhouse and rocker panels accentuating the car’s presence, dimensions, and athletic stance.
Expect the 2016 Cadillac CT6 flagship to deliver with a myriad of powertrains, including a hybrid version and a brawny V8 under its long hood. Whether or not they will replicate the respective twin-turbo hybrid V6 and conceptual V8 from the Ciel and Elmiraj concepts isn’t known at this time. But perhaps more impressively, the 2016 Cadillac CT6 — despite its size — is said to weigh less than the CTS that slots below it, which is a vehicle that’s the lightest in its class. We also expect a 2016 Cadillac CT6 Platinum trim package with reclining rear seats as the range-topper for now. There won’t be a CT6 Coupe in the beginning but that’s not to say there won’t be one a model-year or two down the road. Then of course, there’s the production debut of the semi-autonomous Super Cruise technology.
Lastly, despite Cadillac’s controversial HQ move to New York City, this luxury suite on wheels will be made in the shadow of Renaissance Center, at the Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant.
What do you like and dislike of the design? What would you like to see different on the actual model? The comments section is yours for the taking.
Comments
I’m not going to bash it too much because it’s not the real thing. But I do not believe that this is the way to go with the styling. It cannot be a “big ATS”. That would be a disaster of epic proportions. The styling must be one that will define a new Cadillac direction…not follow one set by the smallest model in the line-up. I hate to use the word “bold” when addressing GM products (the last time that was used by GM execs the looks-a-lot-like-the-old-one 2015 Silverado and Sierra appeared). But that’s what is needed. A truly bold design that will make people stop in their tracks. I think Chris Bangle and Ian Callum should collaborate on this one…
Well this car has been in progress for a good while and at one point it was the flagship. As of now it is an interim flagship as it appears that those who are running Cadillac feel they can and will do better.
I think they will stuff this car with technology till they can get the C7 or C8 or what ever they have in mind out. It should be much easier this time since they now have the Omega platform and only need to come up with their rendition of it.
This car will be more about content than anything else for now.
So for those who were looking for he home run don’t get too disappointed as this car I feel will be a solid triple and the new plan will bring us the home run with the new model with a real Cadillac engine. I am interested where this new engine program is coming from and going to lead.
Being the intern flagship i think its safe to say this will be the de facto replacement for the XTS. Since we now hear a true full size flagship is on the way.
Even though the XTS will not be replaced.
Well tell me where will the XTS fit into Cadillac’s portfolio with the CT6 coming out? GM executives are now saying that this car is not a competitor to the S-Class, A8 etc and that a larger flagship will be out in a few years to go against those halo cars. I dont know but to me this car will seem like a little pricier RWD XTS.
XTS will be lively cars.
It will be more beauty. I hope.
It looks like all of Cadillac’s recent offerings. The front is fine, the side is so-so and the rear is boring.
“It looks like all of Cadillac’s recent offerings.”
Like a brand identity?
I’m all for brand identity. I just wish the identity for Cadillac was one of more daring styling. The cars look like Cadillac is holding back somewhat. They are okay, but they need to have some wow factor to steal sales from the luxury leaders.
Cadillacs are very ugly..
This might help in regards to the overall near-future plans…
Notice how Cadillac went to the “CT” naming system? Perhaps ‘T’ means “Touring”, which implies other types will come and have the appropriate alphabet moniker.
‘C’ is also the same as ” C7″, as in Corvette C7…Yes, the much-rumored upcoming mid-engined Corvette supercar is coming…and there WILL be a Cadillac variant…Hence Cadillac’s insistence the CT6 is not the flagship and there are a lot more models coming, especially at the premium end.
A long wheel base CTS with a plethera of upscale options ! I saw this pic on you tube a couple of days ago . Type in Cadillac SRX in the search and keep scrolling through the videos till you see this pic . The S class has a hood ornament , will we see one on the CT6 ?
i have all the faith in the world that cadillac can and will build a large sedan that can compete with the s550 and the 760 li
CADILLAC IS BACK
Excluding the head lights, it reminds me of the Chrysler 300.
should be awd. message seats heated and cooled. and tray tables in back and maybe a mini fridge.
3.0 and 3.6 turbo sixers with hubrid version of the smaller of two and a version of turbo v8 shown in elmiraj concept I hope, haha.
If it is priced at the same level as the S-Class, Audi 8L, Lexus LS and the 7 series, people will buy those vehicles instead.
With the demise of the Lincoln Town Car L, both Cadillac and Lincoln have all but abandoned the limousine/livery market when it comes to sedans. The MKS and XTS are mid size cars with limited trunk space and virtually no rear seat legroom, and the MKT is a crossover that no one likes.
Ughhhh….some of these comments! Lol. Everyone trying to get a job at MT with their faux wit and carefully constructed bs. You want bold? You want different? Hmm, seems to me Cadillacs of late look as different from the comp as anyone of them do from each other. Read that twice if you need to. Brand identity? Uh yes please. That’s the whole idea. Of course opinion is subjective but try to be fair at least. The various Krauts have looked more or less the same for 15 years or more. Ahh, I love opinions…mine especially. And to the guy that ALREADY thinks this (bad) rendering looks like an enlarged prostate, I mean ATS… you remind me of a friend years ago that swore a Taurus and tempo were identical. That guy also couldn’t tell me how an engine worked.
this car should not look like any other cadillac(please) I’m a cadillac man