Cadillac CTS vs. Lincoln MKS
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Cadillac CTS and Lincoln MKS 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 Lincoln MKS.
When we compare the Cadillac CTS's and the Lincoln MKS's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac CTS has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Lincoln MKS 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 Lincoln MKS's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln MKS is a better car than the Cadillac CTS.
Pricing: A used 2016 Cadillac CTS ranges from $12,621 to $24,886 while a used 2016 Lincoln MKS is priced between $8,295 to $21,458.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Cadillac CTS’s base engine makes 268 horsepower, and the Lincoln MKS base engine makes 305 horsepower. The CTS is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 589 miles. The MKS is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. This gives the Cadillac CTS the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lincoln MKS. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Lincoln MKS 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 has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg 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:
$45,560
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$57,242
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$27,065 - $117,200
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$39,010
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$18,474
Price Range:
$12,621 - $24,886
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$24,207
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
$14,011 - $46,941
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
87
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
82,944
# Good or Great Deals:
32
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$15,301
Price Range:
$8,295 - $21,458
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
15
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
99,669
# Good or Great Deals:
1
Cadillac CTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.9 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Lincoln MKS 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):
2.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
3.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
0.5 - 6.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
4.3%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Lincoln MKS
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
5.1
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
38.2%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
2.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize Cars)
0.6 - 20.2
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.1
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 / 29Lincoln MKS Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Cadillac CTS Trim Levels
2.0T, 2.0T Luxury Collection, 2.0T Performance Collection, 2.0T Premium Collection, 3.6L Luxury Collection, 3.6L Performance Collection, 3.6L Premium Collection, 3.6L TT Vsport, 3.6L TT Vsport Premium
Lincoln MKS Trim Levels
Base, EcoBoost
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:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 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
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
268 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
305 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 4000 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:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
399 / 589 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 26 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
323 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
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
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
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
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
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:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Cargo Space:
19.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
105.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3646 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:
4204 lbs
Width:
85.5 inches
Height:
61.6 inches
Length:
205.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.9 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 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/45R19
Exterior Colors
Beige
Silver Coast Metallic
Black
Black Raven / Stellar Black Metallic
Blue
Dark Adriatic Blue Metallic
Brown
Cocoa Bronze Metallic
Gray
Moonstone Metallic / Phantom Gray Metallic
Red
Red Obsession Tintcoat
Silver
Radiant Silver Metallic
White
Crystal White Tricoat
Exterior Colors
Beige
Platinum Dune Metallic Tri-Coat
Black
Black Velvet
Blue
Not available
Brown
Bronze Fire Metallic Tri-Coat / Java
Gray
Guard / Luxe / Magnetic
Red
Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat
Silver
Ingot Silver
White
White Platinum Metallic Tri-Coat
Interior Colors
Beige
Light Cashmere w/ Medium Cashmere Accents
Black
Jet Black w/Jet Black Accents
Gray
Light Platinum with Jet Black Accents
Silver
Light Platinum w/Jet Black Accents
Brown
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Light Dune
Black
Charcoal Black
Gray
Not available
Silver
Not available
Brown
Hazelnut