2008 Cadillac CTS Consumer Reviews Page 7

CTS Walks All Over Avalon

Written by: marksecoshop on 10/13/2007

Vehicle

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

Review

I'm a loyal Toyota customer who is grateful for heeding the advice to test drive the all new 2008 Cadillac CTS after nearly committing to purchasing a 2008 Toyota Avalon XLS. The 2008 CTS is far superior in quality, performance, and handling. That's right, the 2008 Cadillac CTS walked all over the Avalon for quality Three out of four Avalons I considered had very noticeable interior fit-and-trim problems. While the Avalon was very capable and pleasant to drive, there wasn't anything outstanding about the vehicle. On the other hand, the CTS provided me with an instant "WOW" experience in the road. This vehicle is fun to drive and the handling and suspension is outstanding.

Favorite Features

Exterior styling, handling, performance, suspension, interior comfort and styling, and the Bose sound system.

Suggested Improvements

Add a little more head room and additional storage.

24 out 28 people found this review helpful

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CTS 08 Could Save GM!

Written by: Joseph Timlak on 10/13/2007

Vehicle

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

Review

They finally woke up after 20 years in Detroit! CTS 300HP 6 Cylinder is an outstanding engine. Good power throughout, with better than expected MPG at 22MPG combined on CTS computer system. Seats and ride are absolutely above BMW and Mercedes. For the money this is an unbelievable buy! This car is outstanding, Congratulations to GM Detroit, they still have some talent left in those hallways!

Favorite Features

Keyless entry and huge range of keyfob remote start system, which in Texas allows the car to cool down including the a/c seats!

Suggested Improvements

Bluetooth. Why did they overlook this import and "hands free" necessity. If they don't make the change quickly, it could "turn off" many potential buyers.

8 out 9 people found this review helpful

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This is a Caddy?

Written by: Floored on 10/06/2007

Vehicle

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

Review

Driving a Caddy (or any GM) never even entered our minds. We'd driven Infiniti, Lexus, and had left. Really liked what we'd driven so far. Stopped in to get the payoff on our Hummer trade-in. A black CTS in the showroom had (afater market) 20" chrome wheels and a feature set at least $6 - $10K better than Lexus and BMW. Just to be thorough, we drove it. Amazing ride. Stunning. I'm still smiling. Everything everybody is saying. I just kept thinking, "This is a Caddy?" I couldn't beleive it. Only several days later, but I'm still giddy. I love this car. Fast, smooth, quiet, responsive, corners on rails. There isn't enough room in this review space. Trust me: drive this car!

Favorite Features

NAV, XM Traffic, hard drive, double sunroof, spaciousness, on-dash leather, ambient lighting (love this), the cooled seats. I can't beleive how much I love this car. This is a Caddy? Oh, the 20" Gianelle wheels and Toyo Proxes 4 tires look amazing on the car. Not technically an option, but...

Suggested Improvements

I don't use Bluetooth, but I recognize that they should probably have it. I'd like to have seen a back- up camera in the NAV. That's the only feature not offered that was in the other cars we drove. It has parking assist, but still would have liked the camera.

26 out 28 people found this review helpful

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Wow

Written by: teresa on 10/04/2007

Vehicle

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

Review

Great car all around. I've been looking for 4months, BMW, MB, Lexus and this one beats them hands down! Performance, quality, and value. This is my first Caddy and I'm proud

Favorite Features

Detailed stitching in the dash, sporty drive and handling, stereo

Suggested Improvements

None at time

7 out 14 people found this review helpful

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Foreign cars eat ur hearts out!

Written by: LB on 10/03/2007

Vehicle

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

Review

This car rocks! It's the red one on TV and magazine covers; I got it fully featured, but opted for the Auto vs Manual shift. It replaced my '03 CTS that I loved (and so did my BMW-owning friends....more room!) I obliged my Mercedes and Audi loving relatives by considering them, but hands down this CTS packs more punch/value for every buck. I find it a smooother ride than the Europeans. It has more useful features than my cousin's limited edition Audi that cost $80K. He said he has no iPod connector nor USB port, nor 36 preset channels, nor as much room in the back seat for clients as I do. The teenagers in my neighborhood went crazy over it. Talk about not being Dad's car anymore!

Favorite Features

It's smokin' beautiful! Great sound system, superb handling, 40GB hard drive, smooth ride, so quiet, luxurious ambient lighting, and remote start to cool my seats & forget this is Florida. The NAV is also quite a step up from my former CTS (which I always used). Ultra comfortable, too, of course.

Suggested Improvements

Center console storage area could be bigger as in the older CTS.

34 out 35 people found this review helpful

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CTS beats BMW

Written by: James Evans on 10/03/2007

Vehicle

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

Review

My new CTS is awesome! I've had it for just about a month and now have 2K miles on it. It's a thrilling ride and looks gorgeous. When I bought my CTS I researched and test drove all the major competitors (BMW 3 Series, Mercedes C Class, etc.) and the CTS beat them all in drive, HP, leg room (I'm 6' 2" and have enough room to even sit in the back) and in looks. This is my first Caddy but won't be my last.

Favorite Features

40 GB hard drive, 304 HP engine, OnStar (I never thought I would want this, but after using the directions I wouldn't want a car without it) and the styling. Caddy has hit a home run.

Suggested Improvements

How about a coupe version.

12 out 13 people found this review helpful

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This CTS has all the right ingredients

Written by: B.Smith on 10/03/2007

Vehicle

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

Review

I was considering the 3-series, 5- series, and Acura TL in addition to this vehicle. I'd have been happy with any of them I think, but the CTS had that extra bit. The technology was abundant and easy to use. The performance was amazing on twisty lake side roads. I've driven it about a 1000 miles so far on business trips and my customers gush over it and I sit in comfort the whole while. Get the air conditioned seats! I also appreciated the DFI engine over the standard and am getting about 28 mpg on the freeway. 20 mpg in town.

Favorite Features

Navigation screen, interior design, sound system, huge sunroof, Porsche like handling, and the young aggressive styling. Lastly, air conditioned seats for Texas and black leather are awesome.

Suggested Improvements

The front body of the car is prone to be very close if not in line with parking bumps. If you're like me in the habit of rolling forward till the tires make contact, you'll want to amend your habit or scratch it up a bit on the bottom. Needs bluetooth. Needs a Sirius radio conversion or option

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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I love this car!

Written by: Karen on 10/02/2007

Vehicle

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

Review

I've only had the car for 2 weeks, but it's been my dream car for years and I waited for the 2008s as I heard they were much improved. I love this car more than I ever imagined I would. It's quiet, comfortable, easy to drive and everyone stops to look at it. The sunset blue color is really something to look at.

Favorite Features

I especially love the overall look of the exterior of the car and the color.

Suggested Improvements

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Good after initial glitch w/ fuel gauge

Written by: CTS-dad on 10/01/2007

Vehicle

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

Review

This car has not disappointed us. We have had it for one month now. The car is very quiet; we cannot understand how anyone could have any complaints about noise. One disappointment: our car needed service during the first week we had it (fuel gauge was inaccurate and we ran out of gas on first trip...showed 1/4 tank when it was actually empty. Static electricity must have fried a chip or something. This problem was fixed by dealer service in a few days).

Favorite Features

6-speed automatic transmission and 6-speed sport mode. Very smooth acceleration and quiet ride.

Suggested Improvements

There is not enough storage space for sunglasses and other items. Driver information system should include "gallons used". Gear shift is not wood as pictures show it should be. There needs to be a light along the gear shift lever for night-time.

3 out 4 people found this review helpful

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GM Gets it right

Written by: Steve on 09/29/2007

Vehicle

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

Review

Went to buy an STS but settled on the CTS instead. Love the sunroof with sunshade. The performance, economy, and handling are unbelievable in this car. Transmission very smooth. Got 26 miles to the gallon on first tank. Form and fit and interior design are way ahead of the competition. Thanks GM. Traded a 2005 SRX.

Favorite Features

Power and economy, heated and cooled seats.

Suggested Improvements

Six disk CD player should be standard

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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