2018
Cadillac CTS

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Available trims

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  • 4dr Sdn 2.0L Turbo RWD
    Starts at
    $46,495
    22 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn 2.0L Turbo AWD
    Starts at
    $48,495
    21 City / 29 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas I4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn 2.0L Turbo Luxury RWD
    Starts at
    $52,195
    22 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas I4
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn 2.0L Turbo Luxury AWD
    Starts at
    $54,195
    21 City / 29 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas I4
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn 3.6L Luxury RWD
    Starts at
    $54,195
    20 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn 3.6L Luxury AWD
    Starts at
    $56,195
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn 3.6L Premium Luxury RWD
    Starts at
    $59,695
    20 City / 30 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn 3.6L Twin Turbo V-Sport RWD
    Starts at
    $61,195
    16 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn 3.6L Premium Luxury AWD
    Starts at
    $61,695
    19 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas/Ethanol V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
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  • 4dr Sdn 3.6L Twin Turbo V-Sport Premium Luxury RWD
    Starts at
    $71,295
    16 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Turbocharged Gas V6
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    Rear Wheel Drive
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Notable features

Apple Watch integration for myCadillac app
Rear camera mirror available
Apple CarPlay, Android Auto connectivity
Rear- or all-wheel drive
Performance-oriented V-Sport and CTS-V versions available

The good & the bad

The good

Distinctive exterior styling
Powerful, high-tech engines
Stylish interior design
Interior materials quality

The bad

Backseat headroom is tight
CUE system's learning curve
Rear visibility
Small trunk

Expert 2018 Cadillac CTS review

our expert's take
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What it is: The CTS is Cadillac's mid-size luxury sedan and is offered with rear- or all-wheel drive. Three engines are offered: a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, a 3.6-liter V-6 and, on the V-Sport model, a twin-turbo 3.6-liter V-6. The CTS competes with luxury sedans like the BMW 5 Series, Lexus GS and Audi A6. Cadillac also sells a high-performance CTS-V sports sedan.


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An automatic heated steering wheel is now standard and there are two additional USB ports located on the back of the center console. The myCadillac app for iOS devices now syncs with the Apple Watch.

CTS-V


The Cadillac CTS-V is designed to go head-to-head with high-powered German sport sedans. It builds on the already lightweight, sophisticated platform of the CTS luxury sedan and is powered by a 640-horsepower, supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 engine.

What’s Special

  • Eight-speed automatic transmission with shift paddles
  • Rear-wheel drive
  • Zero-to-60 mph in 3.7 seconds and a 200-mph top speed, according to Cadillac
  • High-performance Brembo-brand brakes
  • Adaptive Magnetic Ride Control suspension
  • Carbon-fiber hood
  • Performance Traction Management drive modes
  • Available Performance Data Recorder

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2018 Cadillac CTS review: Our expert's take


What it is: The CTS is Cadillac's mid-size luxury sedan and is offered with rear- or all-wheel drive. Three engines are offered: a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, a 3.6-liter V-6 and, on the V-Sport model, a twin-turbo 3.6-liter V-6. The CTS competes with luxury sedans like the BMW 5 Series, Lexus GS and Audi A6. Cadillac also sells a high-performance CTS-V sports sedan.


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An automatic heated steering wheel is now standard and there are two additional USB ports located on the back of the center console. The myCadillac app for iOS devices now syncs with the Apple Watch.

CTS-V


The Cadillac CTS-V is designed to go head-to-head with high-powered German sport sedans. It builds on the already lightweight, sophisticated platform of the CTS luxury sedan and is powered by a 640-horsepower, supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 engine.

What’s Special

  • Eight-speed automatic transmission with shift paddles
  • Rear-wheel drive
  • Zero-to-60 mph in 3.7 seconds and a 200-mph top speed, according to Cadillac
  • High-performance Brembo-brand brakes
  • Adaptive Magnetic Ride Control suspension
  • Carbon-fiber hood
  • Performance Traction Management drive modes
  • Available Performance Data Recorder

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Safety review

Based on the 2018 Cadillac CTS base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
5/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.1%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.1%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
4 years / 50,000 miles
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Maintenance
3 years / 36,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
6 years / 70,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 years / less than 60,000 miles
Basic
New: 4 years / 50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper; CPO: One year / unlimited miles bumper-to-bumper
Dealer certification
172-point inspection

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Consumer reviews

4.6 / 5
Based on 23 reviews
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Comfort 4.7
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.8
Value 4.2
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 4.6

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My wife and I purchased a 2015 Camaro today and we love

My wife and I purchased a 2015 Camaro today and we love it. The car is clean and smooth and the price was just right as well. The staff were great they all worked together to get us the deal we were hoping for. The sales tech Tye was the best. I highly recommend him on your visit. Ask for Tye and get the car you want. I’m sold they’re all great people.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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Buyer beware.

I purchased my 2018 Cadillac CTS from Mynatt Cadillac in North Carolina. It worked really well for about 6 months. Long story short. I have had 13 CUE screens replaced. 5 Cue system dealer updates, multiple transmission shudder repair attempts, and a transmission replacement and 2 complete rear axle assemblies replaced for bearing noise. I performed every maintenance thr Cadillac Dealership recommended. What a disappointment. I recently sold the vehicle and bought a 2022 Lexus.
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 3.0
Interior 3.0
Performance 4.0
Value 2.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 1.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Cadillac CTS?

The 2018 Cadillac CTS is available in 8 trim levels:

  • AWD (1 style)
  • Luxury AWD (2 styles)
  • Luxury RWD (2 styles)
  • Premium Luxury AWD (1 style)
  • Premium Luxury RWD (1 style)
  • RWD (1 style)
  • V-Sport Premium Luxury RWD (1 style)
  • V-Sport RWD (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Cadillac CTS?

The 2018 Cadillac CTS offers up to 22 MPG in city driving and 30 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2018 Cadillac CTS?

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Is the 2018 Cadillac CTS reliable?

The 2018 Cadillac CTS has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Cadillac CTS owners.

Is the 2018 Cadillac CTS a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Cadillac CTS. 91.3% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 23 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.7
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.8
  • Value: 4.2
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 4.6

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