2010 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
When comparing the 2010 Cadillac CTS-V's and the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2010 Cadillac CTS-V has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The 2010 Cadillac CTS-V and 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class have the same interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2010 Cadillac CTS-V's and the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a better car than the 2010 Cadillac CTS-V.
2010 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Pricing
A used 2010 Cadillac CTS-V ranges from $26,348 to $44,645 while a used 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is priced between $7,292 to $17,933.
2010 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class 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 E-Class loses 56.8 percent of its value. This means the 2010 Cadillac CTS-V retains 6.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
2010 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Cadillac CTS-V is 7.5 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz E-Class' quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Cadillac CTS-V being ranked 12 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class being ranked 4 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
2010 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Cadillac CTS-V is 6.6 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz E-Class the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz E-Class 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 E-Class base engine makes 268 horsepower. The CTS-V is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 342 miles. The E-Class is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 549 miles. This gives the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2010 Cadillac CTS-V. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2010 Cadillac CTS-V and 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class are comparable in regards to interior volume
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has higher safety ratings than the 2010 Cadillac CTS-V, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
26348 - 44645
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.504831
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
7292 - 17933
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.568045
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 E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.463176 / 10
Reliability:
8.489528 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
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 E-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2010 Cadillac CTS-V Trim Levels
Base
2010 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
Not yet available
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
268 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 2400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 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:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
380 / 549 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
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
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:
N/A
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:
Standard
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:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.8 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
98.0 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:
3825 lbs
Width:
81.5 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
191.7 inches
Wheelbase:
113.1 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