2008 Cadillac CTS Consumer Reviews Page 5

CTS beats 535 hands down

Written by: Doug on 01/07/2008

Vehicle

2008 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan w/Direct Injection (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I drove BMW, Lexus Acura and Lincoln MKZ. After owning this car for 4 months it has proven that it exceeds the others in every aspect. Fit and finish in and out is superb plus it gets 30MPG on the road on regular gas. I just need more reasons to open the garage door and go for a ride. Thanks Cadillac for building the best!

Favorite Features

Looks, ride and handling and fit and finish

Suggested Improvements

Wiper control hidden by steering wheel, spare tire rather than compressor and flat fix

17 out 20 people found this review helpful

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2008 CTS

Written by: anthony on 01/07/2008

Vehicle

2008 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Not "your fathers Cadillac". Great pick up, well designed interior. Quality shows both inside and out. Navigation system easy to use. Pleasure to drive.I also test drove a Mercedes C class and found that dollar for dollar based on standard and available equipment the Cadillac was a far better vehicle in both price and performance.

Favorite Features

Sound system, performance, looks, quality of the vehicle

Suggested Improvements

Needs bluetooth, better rear visibility, better interior storage

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Love my car

Written by: best car ever on 12/29/2007

Vehicle

2008 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan w/Direct Injection (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Test drove Lexus gs350, BMW335, Audi A6 then by chance looked at a CTS. We have had three Volvos in the last ten years and have been satisfied with all of them. But when I drove the 2008 CTS i was amazed with the drive and looks and feel of the car. I love to sit and play with all the interior features. I find myself asking my wife if she needs something from the store.

Favorite Features

Smoothness of the ride, quality of the build, esthetics of the exterior. Very satisfied overall

Suggested Improvements

I am 6 3 and the back seat could use more head room.

21 out 23 people found this review helpful

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2008 CTS all options

Written by: wacojohnny on 12/13/2007

Vehicle

2008 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan w/Direct Injection (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Well I also picked up my cts. It came in with everything including the wood wheel and shifter. I waited till now to write this because after a 1000 miles I have a clear picture of its performance. I have not found anything wrong with this car. It was ordered with every option AWD,DI,89U, spoiler, this without a doubt the most enjoyable car I have ever owned. The moonroof is great (here in NYC) the handling fantastic, the bose sound system and the HDD are great. No negatives at all. Great work Cadillac. The American car is back!

Favorite Features

It's such an awesome car all around

Suggested Improvements

Side mouldings to match color,(had to go aftermarket to get them (nyc parking makes them a must to avoid door dings), would suggest rubber bumper molding(crystal paint hard to match)

7 out 8 people found this review helpful

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Finally we are able to Rate all 10's!

Written by: Bud Starione on 12/10/2007

Vehicle

2008 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan w/Direct Injection (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Detroit wasted so many years giving up the market to overseas! Why? For the money paid out the door including tax, the 08 CTS has to be the best deal we have come across. Test driving the vehicle around the block, and it was a must own. Already have 3400 miles on the car, and we fight off our 19 year old son for the keys!

Favorite Features

Seats are nearly perfect, as the heat/cool fans work exactly as advertised. Road feel is on par with the best we have ever driven, and mileage has been reasonable at combined 21 mpg, with fairly hard driving daily.

Suggested Improvements

This time, we have zero complaints. Don't care for bluetooth anyhow! Love this machine!

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Lots to like

Written by: OttawaUser on 12/04/2007

Vehicle

2008 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan w/Direct Injection (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

My CTS has the FE3 suspension and the 304 hp direct injection engine. Performance: I like to drive quickly. Power, tracking, grip and dynamics are all excellent. Performance brakes are really powerful (but touchy at low speeds), and also necessate 18" wheels for snow tires - 17" won't fit. In sport mode the auto transmission matches speeds perfectly, a bit less smooth in regular mode. Interior is put together really well. Feels much roomier than G35. Seats very good. Controls very well thought out. Stereo with 40 GB HDD is truely awesome. My only quibble - needs more storage bins in front and a place for sunglasses. Overall I love it and find myself looking for excuses to drive.

Favorite Features

Power, braking, handling and dynamics. Well put together interior. Extra interior room compared to competition. I am tall and got mine w/o sunroof. Uses regular unleaded. The whole package is really well put together.

Suggested Improvements

Bigger storage bins and provide a sunglasses holder. Make brakes less "grabby" at low speeds. Smoother shifting/less sensitive throttle in regular mode. Otherwise pretty much perfect.

51 out 51 people found this review helpful

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Love this car

Written by: Lenbro on 11/30/2007

Vehicle

2008 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan w/Direct Injection (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

The car is sharp looking and fun to drive. Got mine in Raven black with black interior with polished chrome wheels. It's a real head turner. It rides so well I'm finding places to go just so I can drive it. Steering is tight a just the right amout of road feel without being too harsh. Traded my 2005 Audi A6 which I liked but got too frustrated with Audi because they Claimed the noises in my car from the heating vents were "characteristic" of the car and there was nothing they would do about it. If your looking for a "sorts" sedan, check out the CTS, you won't be dissappointed.

Favorite Features

Handling, great Bose 10 speaker sound system, comfortable seats, amazing interior

Suggested Improvements

Remote acess key should give you the option of locking the car withh a button on the door handle instead of it locking automaticcally when you walk away from the car. If you leave it your garage it automatally locks so anyone that might want to put something in your car has to get a key.

20 out 21 people found this review helpful

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2008 CTS DI

Written by: Jim G on 11/28/2007

Vehicle

2008 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan w/Direct Injection (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Great vehicle to drive. A bit heavy but it feels good once it gets rolling... AWD takes a bit of performance away. I swear my 2007 (non-DI is quicker and faster) But a truly great car. Love the entire redesign.

Favorite Features

The redesign and it's nice to have the DI motor and AWD feature since I just got rid of my 4 x 4 to get this car.

Suggested Improvements

Keep in mind I have had a CTS since they started making CTS's. I also own a 2007 CTS....I can tell you that the brake pedal on the 2008 CTS is too close to the gas pedal. My size 10 regular shoe or sneaker rests on the edge of the brake pedal when I'm on the gas. very, very annoying!

27 out 28 people found this review helpful

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One Great Car

Written by: Joseph Fitzpatrick on 11/27/2007

Vehicle

2008 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan w/Direct Injection (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

This is a great ride. Has all the extras that you need and then some. I only have a 1000 miles on the car but, rides like a dream. Feels tight and fast. The inside is well thought out. It has that little bit extra that a quality car needs. Engine is fast and smooth. I recommend this car highly.

Favorite Features

When you drive at night the accent lights add a big plus. Big sun roof adds to the pleasure.

Suggested Improvements

Nothing I can think of at this time. Mileage is about right for this car. I am getting 23 on the Highway.

14 out 15 people found this review helpful

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08 CTS - new standard for the world

Written by: 08 CTS - well done ! on 11/26/2007

Vehicle

2008 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan w/Direct Injection (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

My 2005 CTS was a step up from my two previous STS Caddies. Build quality was excellent and I experienced only minor repairs over 35,000 miles. It still is a real "looker". But my new loaded Crystal Red 08 CTS is about the most perfect car I have ever had. It blows away just about every BMW, Audi and Mercedes on the road today. It is stunningly beautiful, excellent fit and finish, with options galore and the handling is remarkable. The styling and performance improvements in the 08 are obvious, but it is the subtle nuances and thoughful engineering that make the car a standout for me. I can't tell a Lexus from a Camry until up close, but there's no mistaking this Caddy at any distance !

Favorite Features

The hot 304 HP DI engine (26 mpg highway), intuitive simplified controls, great pop up NAV and HDD features, Ultraview roof, cooled seats, the ambient lighting at night, the high quality and style of the interior, adaptive headlights, the front end, the feel of a luxury car that performs precisely !

Suggested Improvements

Bring back the ability to beam my address book into the nav system, the steering wheel is a little too low when getting in and out.

16 out 17 people found this review helpful

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