Used Cadillac CTS for Sale

The Cadillac CTS is a full-size luxury sedan packed with technology and sporty features that will appeal to you no matter what you need from your car. Whether you and your partner are celebrating a special anniversary with a road trip or escaping the confines of the city for a weekend away, the mix of interior space, engine options, and luxury appointments from the CTS will make it that much more enjoyable. 

The CTS started production in 2003 and the first generation lasted until 2007. It was a pioneering car for Cadillac, bringing edgy new styling to the historic company. The Second generation hit showroom floors in 2008 and was produced until 2013. Finally, its third and current generation began production in 2014. The CTS is well known as a benchmark of speed and technology. 

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Q: What kind of motor does a Cadillac CTS have?

A: For its third generation (2014–2019), the CTS was all-new and featured a new 2.0L four-cylinder with 272 hp or optional engines: a 321-hp 3.6L V6 or a 420-hp twin-turbo V6. These engine specifications remained consistent between the 2014–2015 model years. Starting in 2016 and continuing through 2019, the four-cylinder engine's output was reduced slightly to 268 hp, the 3.6L V6 engine was increased to 335 hp and the 3.6L twin-turbo V6 remained at 420 hp. 

Q: How comfortable is the Cadillac CTS?

A: The CTS has always offered a great mix of features that make it a true Cadillac in terms of comfort. Throughout both the second (2008–2013) and third generations (2014–2019), the CTS came standard with leatherette seating surfaces. Leather front seats and full leather across all seats were optional. Standard features like dual-zone climate control and other convenience features were prevalent throughout both generations. 

Q: What kind of mileage does the Cadillac CTS get?

A: The CTS gets decent fuel economy for its class. For example, the 2019 Cadillac CTS with a six-cylinder, 3.6L engine, automatic transmission (S8) and RWD gets an EPA-estimated 16 mpg in the city and 24 mpg on the highway.¹ 

Q: Do they still make Cadillac CTS?

A: The Cadillac CTS first arrived in showrooms for the 2003 model year to kick off its first generation. Since then, Cadillac has produced two more generations, including the third generation that is still in production.

_{1 Fuel economy figures are based on EPA estimates when vehicles sold as new. Fuel economy may vary for reasons like driving conditions and vehicle history. Unless specified, figures are for vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission. See fueleconomy.gov for details.}

Second Generation (2008–2013) Cadillac CTS Trim Levels

• Standard - The second generation CTS came with features like anti-lock brakes, 17-inch wheels, and traction control as standard. It also came with interior features such as leatherette seating surfaces, an eight-speaker stereo, dual-zone automatic climate control, and steering wheel-mounted controls. 
• Luxury Collection - Upgrade to the luxury collection and get leather seating surfaces with 10-way power passenger seating, a Bose^® stereo system, LED interior ambient lighting, a theft-deterrent system, and rain-sensing wipers among other items. 
• Performance Collection - Adds Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights, a limited-slip differential and sport suspension system for improved acceleration and traction, and larger 18-inch wheels. Starting in 2012, you also got the FE2 Sport Performance suspension. 
• Performance Luxury Collection (2008–2011) - This package takes the Performance Package and adds a power tilt and telescopic steering wheel, ultrasonic park assist, heated and ventilated driver and front passenger seats, LED lighting, and wood trim throughout the front passenger area of the CTS (2010 and up). 
• Premium Collection - Includes an upgraded Bose^® stereo system, leather seating surfaces with 10-way power passenger seating and a 2-way adjustable front passenger seat, keyless access with remote start, HID headlights and LED interior lighting, navigation, power tilt and sliding sunroof, and wood trim on the dashboard, doors, steering wheel, and shift knob. Starting in 2010, the eight-inch touchscreen was included as well. 

Third Generation (2014–2019) Cadillac CTS Trim Levels

• Standard - The base model of the third generation CTS still comes with lots of great features such as a Bose^® Premium 11-speaker sound system, dual-zone automatic electronic climate control, eight-inch full-color LCD touchscreen interface, LED interior lighting, leatherette seating surfaces, paddle-shift controls on the steering wheel, and a theft-deterrent system. 
• Luxury Collection - Adds interior features like heated and ventilated leather front seats, a heated steering wheel, and the new CUE infotainment system with an eight-inch color touchscreen, and more. 
• Performance Collection (2014–2016) - Includes all of the great components of the Luxury Collection plus the fantastic Magnetic Ride Control system with settings for Tour, Sport, and Snow/Ice which will make sure your CTS is ready for anything. Inside, the upgraded CUE system features a 13-speaker Bose Centerpoint^® Surround Sound system and an UltraView sunroof as well as heated rear seats and tri-zone climate control. 
• Premium Collection ("Premium Luxury" starting in 2017) - Building on the Performance Collection, the Premium Collection gives buyers a large 12.3-inch reconfigurable instrument cluster, as well as upgraded leather throughout the interior including on the 20-way adjustable front seats, and more. 
• VSport (2014 onwards) - Opt for the Vsport and get a very capable RWD chassis and an electronic limited-slip differential which makes the Magnetic Ride Control system even better. Additionally, Brembo^® front brakes and performance tires put the sport in Vsport. On the interior, you'll get heated and ventilated leather seating as well as the CUE system, navigation, and Bose Centerpoint Surround Sound. 
• VSport Premium (2014 onwards) - The available Vsport Premium Collection takes the Vsport and adds interior goodies like a reconfigurable gauge cluster, UltraView sunroof, Heads-Up Display, heated rear seats, tri-zone climate control, and 20-way-adjustable front seats. You also benefit from the Driver Assist Package (which includes full-speed Adaptive Cruise Control, Front and Rear Automatic Braking, and Automatic Safety Belt Tightening) and 18-inch wheels to keep things in line. 

The 2018 Cadillac CTS compares favorably to several other 2018 luxury sedans such as the 2018 Buick LaCrosse, Mercedes C-Class, and Cadillac's own XTS. All four vehicles come with the latest in technology, but the CTS is markedly larger than the C-Class by all measurable exterior dimensions which means more room for you and your stuff. 

The CTS is 195.5-inches long, 72.2 inches wide, and has a 114.6-inch wheelbase compared to the C-Class's 185.5-inch length, 71.3-inch width, and 111.8-inch wheelbase. Buick's LaCrosse is a bit larger at 197.5 inches long, 73.5 inches wide with a 114.4-inch wheelbase as is Cadillac's XTS which is 200.9 inches long, 72.9 inches wide, and has a 111.7-inch wheelbase. 

The 2018 CTS comes with a variety of engine options from the 2.0L 268-hp turbocharged four-cylinder to a 335-hp 3.6L V6 and a 420-hp twin-turbo V6. This means a much more powerful lineup of engines than the other 2018 competition compared here. 

The LaCrosse comes with a 194-hp hybrid 2.5L or a310-hp 3.6L V6. The Mercedes C-Class can be also be had with a standard 2.0L turbo engine the puts out 241 hp. Optional Mercedes engines come from AMG for the C-Class, including a 3.0L turbo V6 with 362 hp and a 4.0L eight-cylinder with 503 hp. Cadillac's XTS comes with a 3.6L V6 the produces 304 hp or a 3.6L turbo engine capable of 410 hp. 

The Cadillac CTS is a fantastic mix of luxury and sport in an attractive package. With a variety of engine and trim options, it won't be hard to find your perfect CTS.