Cadillac ATS vs. BMW M3
In comparing the Cadillac ATS to the BMW M3, the Cadillac ATS has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The BMW M3 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Cadillac ATS versus the BMW M3, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Cadillac ATS vs. BMW M3 Pricing
A used 2018 Cadillac ATS ranges from $18,999 to $29,997 while a used 2018 BMW M3 is priced between $49,156 to $72,990.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Cadillac ATS’s base engine makes 272 horsepower, and the BMW M3 base engine makes 425 horsepower. The ATS is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 496 miles. The M3 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 395 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are compact cars, the BMW M3 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Cadillac ATS has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Cadillac ATS 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:
$18,999 - $29,997
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$49,156 - $72,990
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
41.1%
Cadillac ATS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW M3 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.7 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac ATS Rankings
Ranking
36 out of / 39BMW M3 Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 39Ranking
10 out of / 39Ranking
12 out of / 39Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Cadillac ATS Trim Levels
Not yet available
BMW M3 Trim Levels
Base, CS
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
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:
272 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.081 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
425 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
406 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.119 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 25 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
269 / 395 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
12 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.2 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3575 lbs
Width:
80.2 inches
Height:
56.1 inches
Length:
184.5 inches
Wheelbase:
110.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
P225/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/40R18
