Acura TLX vs. Cadillac ATS
In comparing the Acura TLX's and the Cadillac ATS's specifications and ratings, the Acura TLX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Cadillac ATS has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Acura TLX's and the Cadillac ATS's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Acura TLX vs. Cadillac ATS Pricing
A used 2018 Acura TLX ranges from $19,988 to $31,998 while a used 2018 Cadillac ATS is priced between $18,397 to $28,974.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura TLX’s base engine makes 206 horsepower, and the Cadillac ATS base engine makes 272 horsepower. The TLX is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 568 miles. The ATS is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles. This gives the Acura TLX the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Cadillac ATS. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Acura TLX, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Cadillac ATS, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and rear head room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Acura TLX has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$19,988 - $31,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
51.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$18,397 - $28,974
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Acura TLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac ATS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Acura TLX Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
18 out of / 29Ranking
20 out of / 29Cadillac ATS Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Acura TLX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD V6, SH-AWD V6 w/Advance, SH-AWD V6 w/Tech, SH-AWD V6 w/Tech w/A-SPEC, V6, V6 w/Advance, V6 w/Tech, V6 w/Tech w/A-SPEC, w/Tech
Cadillac ATS Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 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:
206 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
182 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
272 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.081 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 568 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 496 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
14.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
10.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3505 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
57 inches
Length:
191.7 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3373 lbs
Width:
71.1 inches
Height:
55.9 inches
Length:
182.8 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R17
