2010 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS
When we compare the 2010 Cadillac CTS-V's and the 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS's specifications and ratings, the 2010 Cadillac CTS-V has the advantage in the areas of resale value, interior volume and base engine power. The 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability and overall quality score. The 2010 Cadillac CTS-V and 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2010 Cadillac CTS-V's and the 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2010 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS Pricing
A used 2010 Cadillac CTS-V ranges from $26,348 to $44,645 while a used 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is priced between $6,900 to $18,020.
2010 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2010 Cadillac CTS-V loses 50.5 percent of its value and the 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS loses 53.8 percent of its value. This means the 2010 Cadillac CTS-V retains 3.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
2010 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Cadillac CTS-V is 7.5 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz CLS's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Cadillac CTS-V being ranked 12 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Mercedes-Benz CLS being ranked 10 out of 24.
2010 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Cadillac CTS-V is 6.6 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz CLS the reliability rating is 7.9 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz CLS an advantage in reliability compared to the Cadillac CTS-V.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2010 Cadillac CTS-V’s base engine makes 556 horsepower, and the 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS base engine makes 382 horsepower. Both the CTS-V and the CLS are rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 342 and 443 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are large cars, the 2010 Cadillac CTS-V has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS has the advantage in the area of rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2010 Cadillac CTS-V has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
26348 - 44645
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.504831
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
6900 - 18020
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.537969
Cadillac CTS-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.513421 / 10
Reliability:
6.640264 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz CLS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.719411 / 10
Reliability:
7.938822 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac CTS-V Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 24Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 7Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
12 out of / 24Ranking
17 out of / 24Mercedes-Benz CLS Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 24Ranking
11 out of / 19Ranking
12 out of / 19Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
18 out of / 24Ranking
20 out of / 25Ranking
21 out of / 24Ranking
22 out of / 25Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2010 Cadillac CTS-V Trim Levels
Base
2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS Trim Levels
CLS 550, CLS 63 AMG
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
556 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque:
551 foot-lbs @ 3800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.132 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
382 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
391 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.094 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
6.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
252 / 342 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 21 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
295 / 443 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4222 lbs
Width:
72.5 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
191.6 inches
Wheelbase:
113.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4045 lbs
Width:
82.9 inches
Height:
55.7 inches
Length:
193.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/40R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available