2008 Cadillac CTS Consumer Reviews

Great 2008 CTS!!

Written by: Ed Stolarz on 10/09/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

I have owned over 20 new cars so far and the 2008 CTS is Number 1 on my list of cars that I've owned! Its great distinctive styling and great looks, fabulous interior, great reliability and super handling makes it fun to drive and a real joy to own! Cadillac and GM have really done a great job on this car! The attention to detail and build quality is the best I've experienced! The interior in the CTS is truly a work of art! If you haven't considered or test driven the new CTS, you are not being fair to yourself and your missing one of the best car choices out there! The CTS is a super overall package especially with its great all wheel drive option! Give it a try and see for yourself!

Favorite Features

Distinctive styling, great interior, double size sun roof, a super all wheel drive set up, smooth direct injection engine that runs on regular, super transmission, great handling and braking, a real joy to own and drive! All of this, at a very competitive price, makes the new CTS a fantastic value!

Suggested Improvements

I really can't come up with any!

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2008 CTS AWD 3.6DI

Written by: Aaron on 10/09/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

After looking at several cars (BMW 330xi, Mercedes Benz C230 & Audi A4) we decided to go with a CTS4 as I've been a Caddy fan for years. The 3.6L DI is exceptional, fun to drive and the overall build quality is something I'm not used to from GM. There are several flaws in the vehicle that I'm experiencing (minor) such as the express close moonroof doesn't actually close on it's own and the steering has a light clicking when turning. One major disappointment for me comes not from the car, but from GM. Our nearest Cadillac dealership is 2.5 hrs away; somewhat a nuisance when repairs are necessary, especially when we have about 4 GM dealers in the area.

Favorite Features

Bold styling, Quality interior & Engine sound

Suggested Improvements

GM incorporating Cadillac repairs/service into ALL their Chevrolet/Buick/GMC service centers.

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Highly Unreliable

Written by: Big Al on 09/27/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

In less than 24 months of ownership car has spent over 6 weeks in the shop being repaired or awaiting parts for a repair. 2008 CTS has had issues with timing chains. Cadillac had to redisgn the part because of high failure rates according to the Cadillac representatives I have spoken too. In addition, I have had persistent keyfob issues, accelerator sensor failures, nicked wiring harness, etc. Cadillac has been less than sympathetic about the LEMON they sold me. The car has been in the shop so often, it probably knows the route by heart.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

Reliability - GM has building millions of cars should know how to design timing chains and build reliable cars.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Good but.....

Written by: Waste on 09/18/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

I have a fully loaded 08, the back deck where the speakers are rattles terribly, along with bad back struts that rattle louder than the deck. people that ride with me think I have a bunch of empty paint cans in the trunk rolling around! Everything squeaks from the sunroof to the chairs. Plus the service hours are terrible at the dealer.

Favorite Features

Headlights and interior

Suggested Improvements

Glove compartments is useless, fix rattling noises on back speaker deck. For god sakes change the strut manufacturer already, every Cadillac has the same problem with the struts

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Amazing car!

Written by: Sibica on 07/25/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

This car has been incredible since owning it; gets more looks and comments than any car I've ever owned. Sure, the mileage isn't great, but I didn't buy this to save a few $ on fuel. Interior is SO quiet, build quality is fantastic, and it's a pleasure to drive. In fact, my wife and I fight over who gets to drive it when we go out! We chose the black on black, which really sets the car off. Absolutely stunning to look at. With regards to comfort, I'm 6'5" and have no worries in the drivers seat. Would suggest winter tires for the snow as it is rear drive, but otherwise not a problem. Would buy another one in a heartbeat. LOVE IT!

Favorite Features

Design (in and out), silent interior, quiet engine until you open it up!

Suggested Improvements

Fold down rear seats as standard

3 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Great buy, a few minor issues

Written by: cpatterson on 05/08/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

I bought my '08 CTS in August of 2008 as a demo car, so it already had about 5k miles on it. Have had no major problems or defects. The DI engine is awesome, especially when you use premium gas. There are a few rattles that come from the dash and the driver's seat does do some squeaking, especially when the leather is cold. My only complaint has been the brakes, which started squeaking about a month after I bought it. Dealer tells me it's because of the parts used and GM should have a replacement out by January '09 - but it's May and still no way to stop the squeaking. Brakes work fine though. Overall, very happy with my purchase - it's a beautiful car, fun to drive, and a really good price.

Favorite Features

Powerful engine. Nice interior. Very smooth ride.

Suggested Improvements

Rear visibility is poor (backup assist should be standard). Thicker and wider seats for the driver and passenger. Fix the brake problem.

9 out 9 people found this review helpful

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Great Car

Written by: Rich on 05/06/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

I bought this car just over a year ago. Love the 40 gig hard drive, and nav system with the traffic reports. The car is very comfortable to drive, and handling and acceleration are better than average. The CTS is a sharp looking car inside and out, and the build quality is better than my last two cars, a Mercedes and a Jag. One of the best cars I've owned.

Favorite Features

The audio/nav system with real time traffic.

Suggested Improvements

Better design on the trunk, which although appears to be large does not allow 2 suitcases to be placed side by side.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Almost there, but not quite yet.

Written by: omegafiler on 04/24/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

I purchased a fully loaded 2008 CTS w/ DI brand new and ended up trading it in about 5k miles later. So you can see where this is going. Overall the car was great, fun the drive, and looked very nice. But after 6 dealer visits and a few annoying issues unresolved, it had to go. The big issue with this CTS and ALL of the CTS's I tested was poor build quality and materials. Every piece of plastic squeaks in the car from the center stack, to center console, to the cheap "chrome" bezel on the IP. Like rattles? Plenty of those around the sunroof, doors, etc. This is not what I or anybody expects from GM's 'best' car they are offering for sale right now. If GM can fix that, they might survive.

Favorite Features

Interior design, navigation system, stereo, handling, HID's, heated/cooled seats, keyless entry, and various other "high-tech" features.

Suggested Improvements

Improve build quality and materials! And trust me, I didn't just get a "lemon." They're all the same. Beyond that, everything else is relatively minor. Such as Nav volume issues, limited Bluetooth features, lack of low-end torque, no "push- button" start, more supportive seats, etc.

8 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Piece of Junk

Written by: ej on 04/21/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

Love the car when it's not in the warranty service shop. Have 24,000 miles on it, and it has had two major repairs. First, at 12k miles, the cheap plastic clips that hold up the wiring harness broke in cold weather and the fan destroyed the harness. Then after the check engine light came on at 24k, and the inferior timing chain had to be replaced. Now, I;m told the service codes indicate the cam/crank misalignment. Pretty sad for GM's "flagship" car line. Then there's been constant leaks in the door seals (repaired three times), which whistle above 40 MPH. The premium Bose sound is a disappointment This is my 1st & last Cadillac.

Favorite Features

The interior and exterior look good. Articulating headlights and headlight washers.

Suggested Improvements

A drive train that does not need serious repairs after 24k miles. What am I to expect when the car has 34k, 44k, or 54k miles on it? I don;t know because I'll soon be rid of this GM junk!

7 out 8 people found this review helpful

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Lemon GM stopped making parts

Written by: Unhappy owner on 03/27/2009

Vehicle

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

Review

Delivery 3/29/08 Dead Battery Toe in adjusted Steering Column replaced Wipers started, heating fluid light came on and sprayed for two minutes two times in two months and then never happened again. One of the two horns stopped working 2 weeks later they worked Air conditioned seats stopped working 2) Days later Air conditioned seats started working Dead Battery jumped roadside Dead Battery jumped roadside Bolt Rolling around head liner Dead Battery caddy said battery OK Dead Battery roadside replaced ad cleaned corrosion Bolt Rolling around head liner Touch Pad broke off trunk Back windows don’t work (said it was fine) nothing repaired came out with the same problems

Favorite Features

Appearance

Suggested Improvements

Everything electronic

4 out 7 people found this review helpful

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