Cadillac CTS vs. Cadillac STS
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Cadillac CTS and Cadillac STS 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 Cadillac CTS and the Cadillac STS.
When comparing the Cadillac CTS's and the Cadillac STS's specifications and ratings, The Cadillac STS has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Cadillac CTS's and the Cadillac STS's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac STS is a better car than the Cadillac CTS.
Pricing: A used 2011 Cadillac CTS ranges from $4,998 to $14,804 while a used 2011 Cadillac STS is priced between $4,444 to $12,194.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Cadillac CTS’s base engine makes 270 horsepower, and the Cadillac STS base engine makes 302 horsepower. The CTS is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 468 miles. The STS is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 459 miles.This gives the Cadillac STS the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Cadillac CTS the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Cadillac STS has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Cadillac CTS has the advantage in the area of front head room.
Safety Ratings: The Cadillac CTS has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$35,165
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$46,054
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$26,360 - $76,100
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$47,280
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$9,522
Price Range:
$4,998 - $14,804
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$11,222
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$8,350 - $16,640
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
120
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
115,730
# Good or Great Deals:
26
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$8,837
Price Range:
$4,444 - $12,194
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
10
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
103,866
# Good or Great Deals:
2
Cadillac CTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac STS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Cadillac CTS
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 STS
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:
1.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
3.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
1.8 - 33.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Cadillac CTS Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 29Ranking
5 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
24 out of / 29Cadillac STS Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Cadillac CTS Trim Levels
Not yet available
Cadillac STS Trim Levels
V6 Luxury, V6 Luxury Sport, V6 Premium
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
270 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
223 foot-lbs @ 5700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.070 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
302 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
272 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 26 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
288 / 468 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 27 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 459 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
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
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
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
Backup camera:
Available
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 Features
Backup camera:
N/A
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
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:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
102.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3861 lbs
Width:
72.5 inches
Height:
59.2 inches
Length:
191.6 inches
Wheelbase:
113.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3973 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
57.6 inches
Length:
196.7 inches
Wheelbase:
116.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R17
Exterior Colors
Beige
Vanilla Latte Metallic
Black
Black Ice Metallic / Black Raven
Brown
Tuscan Bronze ChromaFlair
Gray
Thunder Gray ChromaFlair
Green
Evolution Green Metallic
Red
Crystal Red Tintcoat
Silver
Radiant Silver Metallic
White
White Diamond Tricoat
Exterior Colors
Beige
Vanilla Latte Metallic
Black
Black Ice Metallic / Black Raven
Brown
Tuscan Bronze ChromaFlair
Gray
Thunder Gray ChromaFlair
Green
Evolution Green Metallic
Red
Crystal Red Tintcoat
Silver
Radiant Silver Metallic
White
White Diamond Tricoat
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony w/Ebony Accents
Gray
Titanium w/Ebony Accents
Brown
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Gray
Light Gray
Brown
Cashmere
