Cadillac DTS vs. Cadillac STS-V
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Cadillac DTS and Cadillac STS-V 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 DTS and the Cadillac STS-V.
In comparing the Cadillac DTS's and the Cadillac STS-V's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac DTS has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Cadillac STS-V has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Cadillac DTS's and the Cadillac STS-V's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac DTS is a better car than the Cadillac STS-V.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Cadillac DTS’s base engine makes 275 horsepower, and the Cadillac STS-V base engine makes 469 horsepower. The DTS is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 414 miles. The STS-V is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 323 miles. This gives the Cadillac DTS the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Cadillac STS-V. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Cadillac DTS has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Cadillac STS-V has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$46,280
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
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Starting MSRP:
$79,465
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$8,088
Price Range:
$4,190 - $14,189
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
33
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
95,105
# Good or Great Deals:
15
Used Car Pricing
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
0
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Cadillac DTS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Cadillac STS-V Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Cadillac DTS
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Cadillac STS-V
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.8
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.8
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N/A
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N/A
Cadillac DTS Rankings
Not yet available
Cadillac STS-V Rankings
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Cadillac DTS Trim Levels
Base, Luxury 5-Passenger, Luxury 6-Passenger, Performance, Premium Luxury
Cadillac STS-V Trim Levels
V8
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:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
469 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
439 foot-lbs @ 3900 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.107 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
13 / 19 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
221 / 323 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Air Suspension:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Internet Radio:
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:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
N/A
Internet Radio:
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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
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
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
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:
39.2 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
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:
4009 lbs
Width:
74.8 inches
Height:
57.6 inches
Length:
207.6 inches
Wheelbase:
115.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4394 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
58.2 inches
Length:
197.6 inches
Wheelbase:
116.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy with painted accents
Tire Size:
P235/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/45R18
Exterior Colors
Beige
Ocean Pearl Tricoat
Black
Black Raven
Blue
Blue Chip / Blue Diamond Tricoat
Brown
Double Espresso
Gold
Gold Mist
Gray
Gray Flannel / Radiant Silver
Red
Black Cherry / Crystal Red Tintcoat
White
White Diamond Tricoat
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black Ice / Black Raven
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gold
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Gray
Radiant Silver / Thunder Gray ChromaFlair
Red
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White
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Interior Colors
Beige
Light Linen w/Cocoa Accents / Shale w/Cocoa Accents
Black
Ebony
Gray
Titanium w/Dark Titanium Accents / Titanium/Dark Titanium Accents
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Ebony / Ebony w/Tango Red Accents
Gray
Light Gray
