Cadillac STS vs. Chrysler 300
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Cadillac STS and Chrysler 300 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 STS and the Chrysler 300.
When we compare the Cadillac STS's and the Chrysler 300'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 base engine power. The Chrysler 300 has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The Cadillac STS and Chrysler 300 have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Cadillac STS's and the Chrysler 300's specifications and ratings, the Cadillac STS is a better car than the Chrysler 300.
Pricing: A used 2011 Cadillac STS ranges from $4,444 to $12,194 while a used 2011 Chrysler 300 is priced between $5,925 to $14,934.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Cadillac STS’s base engine makes 302 horsepower, and the Chrysler 300 base engine makes 292 horsepower. Both the STS and the 300 are rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 459 and 516 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Chrysler 300 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Cadillac STS has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room. The Cadillac STS and Chrysler 300 are comparable in regards to rear head room.
Safety Ratings: The Chrysler 300 has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$47,280
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$27,170
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large Cars)
$27,846
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large Cars)
$24,010 - $33,195
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$8,837
Price Range:
$4,444 - $12,194
Category Avg Price:
N/A
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
9
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
131,162
# Good or Great Deals:
4
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$10,373
Price Range:
$5,925 - $14,934
Category Avg Price:
(Large Cars)
$9,480
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large Cars)
$7,349 - $12,009
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
52
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
129,672
# Good or Great Deals:
17
Cadillac STS Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chrysler 300 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Cadillac STS
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chrysler 300
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large Cars)
2.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large Cars)
0.9 - 9.6
Cadillac STS Rankings
Not yet available
Chrysler 300 Rankings
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7 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Cadillac STS Trim Levels
V6 Luxury, V6 Luxury Sport, V6 Premium
Chrysler 300 Trim Levels
Base, C, Limited
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
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:
302 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
272 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.076 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
292 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 hp per pound
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
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):
344 / 516 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Air Suspension:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
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
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
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
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
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
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Available
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:
38.7 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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
16.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
106.3 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3961 lbs
Width:
75 inches
Height:
58.4 inches
Length:
198.6 inches
Wheelbase:
120.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P235/50R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/65R17
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
Blue
Not available
Exterior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Brown
Not available
Gray
Dark Charcoal Pearl Coat / Tungsten Metallic Clear Coat
Green
Not available
Red
Deep Cherry Red Crystal Pearl Coat
Silver
Billet Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat / Ivory Tri-Coat Pearl
Blue
Blackberry Pearl Coat / Sapphire Crystal Metallic Clear Coat
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony
Brown
Cashmere
Gray
Light Gray
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black/Light Frost Beige
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
