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
Third Generation (2014–2019) Cadillac CTS Trim Levels
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.
This is the best performing and handling car I've ever owned. I was surprised when I watched all the reviews online of the CTS-V Sport and how incredibly it handled and performed on the track. 4.4 second 0-60 is stunning performance and will dust all these Mustang GT's out there. With all the tech, heads-up display, adjustable headlights, magnetic damping suspension, etc. there is no better car at this price.
For the first time is several years I actually enjoy my car. For the first time in a long time I actually washed my car by hand and vacuumed the interior. I never considered a Used Car before. I asked my adult children for advise on new cars. I was considering replacing my Hyundai Sonata with a car that would better fit me and have more creature comforts. Both of my sons asked me to consider the Cadillac CTS. My younger son searched out used cadillacs in the Raleigh NC area and sent me the specs on the car I purchased. I love the car, ride, look and feel of the vehicle. I would recommend the Cadillac CTS to anyone considering a car purchase in the near future.
Car looks great and nothing like it on the road. The ride on the CTS coupe is firm but not as bad as say a 3 series coupe. Power is so-so, cadillac needed a mid-point car between the normal cts coupe and the V coupe. Next car will be an ATS-V when they come out with it.
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