BMW 550i xDrive vs Cadillac CT6
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2020 Cadillac CT6
Overview
| Spec | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive | Cadillac CT6Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 550i xDrive | Luxury |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 10-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2020 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive | Cadillac CT6Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $68,600 | $58,995 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive | Cadillac CT6Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 25 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 19.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive | Cadillac CT6Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 443 hp (best) | 335 hp |
| Torque | 479 lb-ft (best) | 284 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 4.4 L (best) | 3.6 L |
| Cylinders | V8 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive | Cadillac CT6Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft | 15.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,431 lbs | 3,985 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 122.4 in (best) |
| Length | 193.4 in | 205.8 in (best) |
| Width | 73.2 in | 74 in (best) |
| Height | 57.6 in | 58 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 550i xDrive550i xDrive | Cadillac CT6Luxury |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 2 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 550i xDrive | Cadillac CT6 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 550i xDrive $68,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Luxury $58,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Premium Luxury $74,495 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Base $94,895 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Platinum $96,495 MSRP |
BMW 550i xDrive vs Cadillac CT6 FAQ
- Which is better: 2016 BMW 550i xDrive or 2020 Cadillac CT6?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 BMW 550i xDrive vs 2020 Cadillac CT6 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2016 BMW 550i xDrive or 2020 Cadillac CT6?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2020 Cadillac CT6 starts lower at $58,995.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 BMW 550i xDrive or 2020 Cadillac CT6?
- The 2020 Cadillac CT6 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (58,995).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 BMW 550i xDrive or 2020 Cadillac CT6?
- The 2020 Cadillac CT6 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
- Which has better horsepower: 2016 BMW 550i xDrive or 2020 Cadillac CT6?
- The 2020 Cadillac CT6 leads on horsepower in this comparison (550).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2016 BMW 550i xDrive or 2020 Cadillac CT6?
- The 2020 Cadillac CT6 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).