Which is cheaper to maintain, the Cadillac CT6 or the Cadillac CT6?

Based on 5-year routine maintenance labor at a $150/hr indie shop rate, the Cadillac CT6 is cheaper to maintain — about $1,180 less over 60,000 miles. Parts cost is not included.

What's the labor difference between the 2.0L I4 Turbo and the 4.2L V8 Twin-Turbo?

Across 23 common maintenance jobs, hours vary by drivetrain and engine layout. See the side-by-side table on this page for each job's labor hours and estimated cost.

Are there any active recalls on the Cadillac CT6 or Cadillac CT6?

The Cadillac CT6 has 2 open NHTSA recalls. The Cadillac CT6 has 2 open recalls. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.

2020 Cadillac CT6 vs 2020 Cadillac CT6 — Labor Times, Costs & Recalls

Specifications

Year

2020

Engine

2.0L I4 Turbo

4.2L V8 Twin-Turbo

Drivetrain

AWD

Transmission

—

Fuel

gas

Cost of Ownership

★ WINNER

5-Year Maintenance

$10,641

0.18 $/mi

5-Year Maintenance

$11,821

0.20 $/mi

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ADVANTAGECadillac CT6 — Saves you $1,180 over 5 years (11% less in routine maintenance labor)

Routine maintenance only. Cost = labor hours × $150/hr × estimated 5-yr frequency. Parts cost not included.

Maintenance Breakdown

Hours per common service. Lower is faster (and cheaper) at the shop.

Oil & filter change

0.6 hrs$1,560 / 5yr

0.7 hrs$1,740 / 5yr

Tire rotation

0.6 hrs$720 / 5yr

0.7 hrs$840 / 5yr

Front brake pads

1.8 hrs$700 / 5yr

2.2 hrs$820 / 5yr

Rear brake pads

1.8 hrs$680 / 5yr

2.2 hrs$800 / 5yr

Differential fluid

1.5 hrs$530 / 5yr

1.8 hrs$620 / 5yr

Brake fluid flush

1.2 hrs$390 / 5yr

1.4 hrs$450 / 5yr

Wiper blades

0.3 hrs$300 / 5yr

Fuel filter

0.7 hrs$270 / 5yr

0.9 hrs$330 / 5yr

12V battery

0.6 hrs$290 / 5yr

0.7 hrs$305 / 5yr

Cabin air filter

0.4 hrs$255 / 5yr

0.5 hrs$300 / 5yr

Spark plugs

1.2 hrs$260 / 5yr

1.4 hrs$290 / 5yr

Water pump

3.7 hrs$236 / 5yr

4.5 hrs$278 / 5yr

Intake manifold gasket

4.5 hrs$230 / 5yr

5.4 hrs$270 / 5yr

Coolant flush

1.2 hrs$230 / 5yr

1.4 hrs$260 / 5yr

Oxygen sensor

2.2 hrs$225 / 5yr

2.7 hrs$263 / 5yr

Oil pan gasket

5.2 hrs$208 / 5yr

6.3 hrs$249 / 5yr

Engine air filter

0.4 hrs$180 / 5yr

0.5 hrs$210 / 5yr

Serpentine belt

0.9 hrs$170 / 5yr

1.1 hrs$200 / 5yr

Valve cover gasket

2.2 hrs$156 / 5yr

2.7 hrs$186 / 5yr

Alternator

2.2 hrs$158 / 5yr

2.7 hrs$176 / 5yr

PCV valve

0.6 hrs$110 / 5yr

0.7 hrs$125 / 5yr

Starter motor

2.2 hrs$106 / 5yr

2.7 hrs$121 / 5yr

Thermostat

1.2 hrs$77 / 5yr

1.4 hrs$88 / 5yr

Active Recalls

Open NHTSA Recalls

2 open

Open NHTSA Recalls

2 open

Fluid Capacities

Cadillac CT6

ac_refrigerant · R-1234yf

brake1.00 qt · FMVSS 116 DOT 4

coolant9.00 qt · GM OE Dex-Cool

engine_oil5.00 qt · GM Dexos1 Gen 2

power_steering · none — electric power steering

rear_diff1.60 qt · GM Part #88862624 or equivalent GL-5

transfer_case1.20 qt · GM Part #88862519

transmission_auto11.00 qt · GM Dexron VI

washer1.30 qt · windshield washer fluid concentrate or pre-mix

Cadillac CT6

ac_refrigerant · R-1234yf

brake1.00 qt · FMVSS 116 DOT 4

coolant14.50 qt · GM 6277M or DEX-COOL

engine_oil8.50 qt · API SN Plus / dexos1 Gen 2

front_diff1.60 qt · GM part 12378261 or equivalent GL-5

power_steering · none — electric power steering

rear_diff1.90 qt · GM part 12378261 or equivalent GL-5

transmission_auto11.00 qt · GM Dexron VI

washer1.30 qt · windshield washer fluid

The Verdict

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THE WINNER

2020 Cadillac CT6

2.0L I4 Turbo

Cadillac CT6 is cheaper to maintain (saves ~$1,180 over 5 years)

Based on objective maintenance and recall data. Driving feel, looks, brand loyalty, and ownership experience are separate (and very valid) considerations.

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