Buick Lucerne vs. Cadillac DTS
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Buick Lucerne and Cadillac DTS contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Buick Lucerne and the Cadillac DTS.
When comparing the Buick Lucerne's and the Cadillac DTS's specifications and ratings, the Buick Lucerne has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Cadillac DTS has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Buick Lucerne's and the Cadillac DTS's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac DTS is a better car than the Buick Lucerne.
Pricing: A used 2011 Buick Lucerne ranges from $5,100 to $14,845 while a used 2011 Cadillac DTS is priced between $5,892 to $15,999.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Buick Lucerne’s base engine makes 227 horsepower, and the Cadillac DTS base engine makes 275 horsepower. The Lucerne is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 486 miles. The DTS is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 414 miles.This gives the Cadillac DTS the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Buick Lucerne the advantage in maximum range. The Lucerne uses ethanol, gasoline, and the DTS uses gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Cadillac DTS has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Buick Lucerne has the advantage in the area of front head room. The Buick Lucerne and Cadillac DTS are comparable in regards to front leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$29,730
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$71,839
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$27,130 - $121,250
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$46,680
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$9,523
Price Range:
$5,100 - $14,845
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$16,718
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Large Cars)
$9,249 - $37,198
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
68
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
116,752
# Good or Great Deals:
18
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$10,348
Price Range:
$5,892 - $15,999
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
44
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
99,726
# Good or Great Deals:
15
Buick Lucerne Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac DTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Buick Lucerne
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Cadillac DTS
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
1.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Large Cars)
0.5 - 26.5
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Buick Lucerne Rankings
Not yet available
Cadillac DTS Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Buick Lucerne Trim Levels
CX, CXL, CXL Premium, Super
Cadillac DTS Trim Levels
4.6L V8, Luxury Collection, Platinum Collection, Premium Collection
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:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
2 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
227 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
237 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
275 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.069 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.9 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 20 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 486 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 414 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Bluetooth:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
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:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57 inches
Cargo Space:
17 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
108.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
41.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59.2 inches
Cargo Space:
18.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
113.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3735 lbs
Width:
73.8 inches
Height:
58 inches
Length:
203.2 inches
Wheelbase:
115.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4009 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
57.6 inches
Length:
207.6 inches
Wheelbase:
115.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Exterior Colors
Beige
Sand Beige Metallic
Black
Black Onyx
Gold
Light Bronze Metallic
Gray
Cyber Gray Metallic
Red
Crystal Red Tintcoat
Silver
Quicksilver Metallic
White
White Diamond Tricoat / White Opal
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black Raven
Gold
Not available
Gray
Gray Flannel Metallic / Radiant Silver Metallic
Red
Crystal Red Tintcoat
Silver
Not available
White
Vanilla Latte Metallic / White Diamond Tricoat
Brown
Tuscan Bronze ChromaFlair
Interior Colors
Brown
Cocoa / Cashmere
Gray
Titanium
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Brown
Not available
Gray
Titanium w/Dark Titanium Accents
Beige
Shale w/Cocoa Accents
Black
Ebony
