Cadillac CTS vs. Cadillac XTS
When comparing the Cadillac CTS's and the Cadillac XTS's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac CTS has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and resale value. The Cadillac XTS has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Cadillac CTS's and the Cadillac XTS's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac XTS is a better car than the Cadillac CTS.
Cadillac CTS vs. Cadillac XTS Pricing
A used 2019 Cadillac CTS ranges from $22,997 to $34,998 while a used 2019 Cadillac XTS is priced between $18,496 to $33,923.
Cadillac CTS vs. Cadillac XTS Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Cadillac CTS loses 58.2 percent of its value and the Cadillac XTS loses 59.5 percent of its value. This means the Cadillac CTS retains 1.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Cadillac XTS.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Cadillac CTS’s base engine makes 268 horsepower, and the Cadillac XTS base engine makes 304 horsepower. The CTS is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 570 miles. The XTS is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 532 miles. This gives the Cadillac CTS the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Cadillac XTS. The CTS uses premium unleaded, and the XTS uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Cadillac XTS, a large car, 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 Cadillac CTS, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Cadillac CTS 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:
22997 - 34998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.581772
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
18496 - 33923
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.595463
Cadillac CTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.19206 / 10
Reliability:
7.976181 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Cadillac XTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac 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 / 29Cadillac XTS Rankings
Ranking
13 out of / 24Ranking
15 out of / 24Ranking
20 out of / 24Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
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
Cadillac XTS Trim Levels
Luxury, Platinum, Platinum V-Sport, Premium Luxury, Standard
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:
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:
268 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
304 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
264 foot-lbs @ 5300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 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 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
418 / 570 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 532 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Cargo Space:
18 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.2 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4021 lbs
Width:
72.9 inches
Height:
59.4 inches
Length:
200.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R19