Audi S3 vs. Cadillac CTS
In comparing the Audi S3's and the Cadillac CTS's specifications and ratings, the Audi S3 has the advantage in the areas of resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The Cadillac CTS has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, reliability and interior volume. The Audi S3 and Cadillac CTS have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Audi S3's and the Cadillac CTS's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Audi S3 vs. Cadillac CTS Pricing
A used 2019 Audi S3 ranges from $27,800 to $40,958 while a used 2019 Cadillac CTS is priced between $22,997 to $34,998.
Audi S3 vs. Cadillac CTS Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Audi S3 loses 44.2 percent of its value and the Cadillac CTS loses 58.2 percent of its value. This means the Audi S3 retains 14 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Cadillac CTS.
Audi S3 vs. Cadillac CTS Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Audi S3 is 8.4 out of 10 while the Cadillac CTS's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the Audi S3 being ranked 1 out of 6 Best Luxury Subcompact Cars and the Cadillac CTS being ranked 8 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
Audi S3 vs. Cadillac CTS Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Audi S3 is 6.6 out of 10. For the Cadillac CTS the reliability rating is 8.0 out of 10. This gives the Cadillac CTS an advantage in reliability compared to the Audi S3.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Audi S3’s base engine makes 288 horsepower, and the Cadillac CTS base engine makes 268 horsepower. Both the S3 and the CTS are rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 421 and 570 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Cadillac CTS, a midsize car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Audi S3 and the Cadillac CTS have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
27800 - 40958
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.442254
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
22997 - 34998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.581772
Audi S3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
6.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac CTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.19206 / 10
Reliability:
7.976181 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi S3 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 6Ranking
3 out of / 5Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
6 out of / 6Ranking
10 out of / 36Ranking
14 out of / 36Ranking
18 out of / 31Ranking
19 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 36Ranking
32 out of / 36Ranking
33 out of / 36Cadillac CTS Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 5Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
23 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Audi S3 Trim Levels
2.0T quattro Premium Plus, 2.0T quattro Prestige
Cadillac CTS Trim Levels
2.0T, 2.0T Luxury, 3.6L Luxury, 3.6L Premium Luxury, 3.6L TT Vsport, 3.6L TT Vsport Premium Luxury
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
288 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 1900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.082 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
268 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 29 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
319 / 421 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 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
418 / 570 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
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
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
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
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
36.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53 inches
Cargo Space:
10 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
86.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
45.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.8 inches
Cargo Space:
13.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
97.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3494 lbs
Width:
77.2 inches
Height:
54.8 inches
Length:
175.8 inches
Wheelbase:
103.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3652 lbs
Width:
80.8 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
195.5 inches
Wheelbase:
114.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/40R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R17