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Cadillac CTS 2015-2019
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- Price
- $45,345–$86,995
- MPG
- 25
- Strength: Strong driving fun
- Watch-out: Poor cargo & utility
- Watch-out: Below-average passenger space
How it scores for you10 scores
Terrific chassis tuning up to the 640-hp V makes it the driver's pick, while CUE-era tech and steep depreciation turn used examples into calculated bargains.
Recalled somewhat less often than cars of the same model years; 1 of its 6 recalls was serious. About 6% of its owner complaints describe a crash, fire or injury. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted -4 points for its wider reputation.
Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $2,700 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 48% of cars we track.
13.7 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 12% of other sedans we track.
Rear-seat room trails the 5 Series/E-Class it priced against; 13.7 cu ft trunk is merely adequate.
Alpha-platform steering and body control rivaled the best midsize sports sedans; 640-hp V is ferocious.
CUE infotainment was slow and failure-prone, dragging down an otherwise well-equipped cabin.
Magnetic Ride blends control and compliance well, but the cabin is snug and firm-riding in sport trims.
Luxury brands like Cadillac tend to lose value faster than average.
No published tow rating; all- or four-wheel drive available.
Safety & recalls12 recalls
Not yet rated by NHTSA.
12 recalls · 5 common complaint areas across 2015–2018
- Powertrain — 17 complaints (2015)
- Recall — Steering: electric power assist system (2018)
- Powertrain — 8 complaints (2016)
2019
No recorded issues.
2018
- RecallSteering: electric power assist system19V086000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, and 2017 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist system may fail.
- RecallSteering: electric power assist system25V175000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist may fail.
2017
- RecallSteering: electric power assist system19V086000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, and 2017 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist system may fail.
- RecallSteering: electric power assist system25V175000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist may fail.
- Complaint clusterSteering8 complaintscomplaints:STEERING
The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The service power steering message was displayed. The failure had occurred while the contact was in the middle of traffic. The dealer was
- Complaint clusterPowertrain8 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
I purchased this vehicle is certified preowned Cadillac and during the warranty time I had a transmission issue that was causing the transmission to jerk when shifting from 1st to 2nd gear and at highway speeds, it would start jerking nonstop. I took it to the dealer and as per a service bulletin, t
2016
- RecallSeats: front assembly: seat heater/cooler18V595000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Cadillac CTS vehicles, equipped with heated front seats. The flexible heating mats in the front seats may be damaged over time, resulting in the seat heaters producing excessive heat.
- RecallSteering: electric power assist system19V086000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, and 2017 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist system may fail.
- RecallSteering: electric power assist system25V175000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Cadillac CTS, 2017-2018 Cadillac ATS, Chevrolet Camaro, and Chevrolet Corvette vehicles. The electric power steering (EPS) assist may fail.
- RecallAirbags: frontal: driver side: inflator module26V329000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, XTS, 2015-2016 Cadillac ATS, CTS, and SRX vehicles. The front-driver air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
- Complaint clusterPowertrain8 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
Torque converter shudders and jerks abruptly. There’s trouble slowing down at times and it has a difficult time shifting up or shifting down i gears.
- Complaint clusterElectrical6 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Center console screen again has stopped working, no access to settings for the car nor any way to correct settings at this point. Many of the settings can be critical to safe driving of the car and have no manual alternative. This is the second screen in 50k miles.
2015
- RecallService brakes, hydraulic: pedals and linkages15V358000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2015 Cadillac ATS and CTS vehicles. The affected vehicles have a bracket between the brake pedal assembly and the rod that actuates the brakes that may fracture during normal brake pedal operation.
- RecallSeats: front assembly: seat heater/cooler18V595000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Cadillac CTS vehicles, equipped with heated front seats. The flexible heating mats in the front seats may be damaged over time, resulting in the seat heaters producing excessive heat.
- RecallPowertrain: driveline: differential unit20V038000
General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2015 Cadillac CTS-V Sport vehicles equipped with 3.6L Twin Turbo V6 engines. The roll pins in the rear-axle differential may fracture.
- RecallAirbags: frontal: driver side: inflator module26V329000
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2015 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, XTS, 2015-2016 Cadillac ATS, CTS, and SRX vehicles. The front-driver air bag inflator may rupture during deployment.
- Complaint clusterPowertrain17 complaintscomplaints:POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle shuddered and made an abnormally loud sound. The contact exited the highway and drove to the nearest mechanic shop at a gas station. The mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the rear differential
- Complaint clusterUnknown or other6 complaintscomplaints:UNKNOWN OR OTHER
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Brakes , emergency brake , engine overheating , How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Car shut off in the highway while i was with my kids Has the problem been reproduced or con
- Complaint clusterSuspension5 complaintscomplaints:SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was a loud grinding and squeaking sounds coming from the vehicle. Additionally, there was a high-pitched sound coming from the vehicle. The contact also stated that the water pump was inoperable.
- Complaint clusterElectrical5 complaintscomplaints:ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
THE CUE INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM WAS JUMP AND MOVE AROUND AND WILL NOT RESPOND WHEN TOUCHED. THE SCREEN IS CRACKED. IT WAS REPAIRED ONCE WHILE UNDER WARRANTY. IT IS NOW DOING IT AGAIN NOW THAT IT IS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. IT IS UNSAFE AND VERY DISTRACTING WHILE DRIVING BECAUSE OF ALL THE MOVEMENTS OF
Cost to own$24,900 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$45,345–$86,995
Estimated used price, by model year
$2,700/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
21
Highway MPG
30
Combined MPG
25
Horsepower
640 hp
Doors
4
Cargo volume
13.7 cu ft
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