2002 Cadillac DeVille Consumer Reviews

Smooth As Silk

Written by: CDR on 04/17/2006

Vehicle

2002 Cadillac DeVille DTS 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This car is the nicest ride around for the money. The power of the Northstar engine may surprise some people and the interior is as plush as it gets. It handles well for a car of its size. The monochrome paint job gives the car a sleek, sophisticated look. You can't go wrong with black on black.

Favorite Features

Very quiet ride; outside noise is virtually non-existent. The rich leather seats and the wood trim make sitting and riding in the car a luxurious experience.

Suggested Improvements

The only setback so far may be too much wizardry and technology for GM to handle. Trips to dealer for small repairs could add up in the long run.

15 out 16 people found this review helpful

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2002 Cadillac, white diamond, tan top

Written by: R Reiter on 11/25/2005

Vehicle

2002 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This has been the best car I have owned. It is my fourth Cadillac. My out of warranty expenses have been four new tires at 45,000 miles and an extensive check up at 60,000. My car currently has 63,000 miles on it. It has superior finish. The back up radar is very useful. I am trying to decide on how long to keep it. My friend has one with 125,000 miles on it and is happy.

Favorite Features

The back up radar device. White diamond finish. Pass door to trunk to allow two cats to keep their litter box back there and still ride up front with us.

Suggested Improvements

None

6 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Be careful of Cadillac Certified Vehicles

Written by: Harry on 11/15/2005

Vehicle

2002 Cadillac DeVille DHS 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This is my fifth Cadillac and will probably be my last. It was supposed to be a Certified Pre Owned vehicle but within a week, it was in the shop for three weeks. They had to replace the dash and auto headlights (they are still broken). The traction control can not be turned off (they say it's a computer prob, but can't fix it), there is a pronounced vibration at over 60 mph (the shop says its a characteristic of the car and they can't fix it), and a host of other small problems. I bought the car because it was certified and am sorely disappointed. I always liked Cadillacs but their customer service, at least at my dealership, is horrible. They just don't seem to care one whit. They've sold the car now so to heck with the purchaser. Sad, ain't it.

Favorite Features

It is comfortable at cruising speed, when it's not vibrating.

Suggested Improvements

If you are going to sell a car as certified, make sure it operates properly. If it doesn't, fix it or replace it.

4 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Loyal Cadillac Buyer

Written by: cadillackid on 11/09/2005

Vehicle

2002 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I am probably the youngest DeVille owner and a 5'2" female, but I love my Cadillac DeVille! I have it really decorated nicely. I added more chrome to it. It is a really sharp car. Strangers ride up on me all the time and say "nice ride". I have friends that have Mercedes and BMWs and I leave them all cowering in the corner when I pull up in my platinum Caddy. They say my car is better than theirs. And I say, "I know"!

Favorite Features

Leather seats, heated seats, AWD. Just a beautiful, beautiful car.

Suggested Improvements

Needs more chrome in the interier and the exterior! Come on, it's a Cadillac!

5 out 13 people found this review helpful

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Standard DeVille

Written by: Kevin Kos on 09/10/2005

Vehicle

2002 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 4A)

Review

The STD or standard model has 275 hp and flies! The DTS -Deville Touring Sedan and the DHS - Deville High Luxury Sedan have 300 hp, and the only difference I can see is the standard has the hood ornament on the hood, while the DTS & DHS models put it on the grill for a sportier look.

Favorite Features

Leg room, front and back seats. Cold hard blowing A/C, and lots of power.

Suggested Improvements

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Our Caddy is great

Written by: John on 09/05/2005

Vehicle

2002 Cadillac DeVille DHS 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This car has never given us any trouble, is great on the highway and is an economical car to drive and own. I use a synthetic motor oil and it really has help overall MPG. Good looking car, even when parked next to the Corvette that it share the house with. Dealership is a true 5-star. They have always been more than helpful with any questions or concerns.

Favorite Features

Comfort is like going down the highway in your living room.

Suggested Improvements

None

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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What a Ride!

Written by: Mike on 08/20/2005

Vehicle

2002 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I bought my 2002 DeVille STD Sedan on E-Bay used. What a deal! The car is extremely smooth. I'm always finding an excuse to dive the Cadillac over my other cars. It's just a fun ride! No problems thus far. Luxury at a fraction of the cost. There are advantages to American cars that don't hold their value despite being built just as well as those German and Japanese cars...They are much cheaper used!

Favorite Features

The comfort of the seats, the smooth ride, nice quality leather seats, 87 octane for a V8 (unheard of), Northstar - lots of horsepower, great handling in the snow (FWD), the large amount of space (front, back, trunk); I added an aftermarket navigation/DVD/XM radio.

Suggested Improvements

The console gear shifter and the digital odometer, etc. have to go; turning radius stinks.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Great

Written by: Happy in IL on 06/29/2005

Vehicle

2002 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 4A)

Review

This car is wonderful. It rides like a dream, smooth, quite, and with plenty of room. It has wonderful features like heated seats in the front and back, air vents in the back, a pop hatch in the back arm rest for easy access to the trunk contents, wood grain dash, and smart system that tells you gas mileage, rmp, % of fuel, oil, and windshield wiper fluid life left. And many many other features.

Favorite Features

My favorite feature is the heated seats! That is wonderful!! The trunk space is wonderful!

Suggested Improvements

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First Caddy

Written by: B. Drubin on 04/28/2005

Vehicle

2002 Cadillac DeVille DHS 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 4A)

Review

Generally well pleased. Had one computer problem, but roadside (OnStar) was great & battery leakage, again roadside-(On-Star) was right on the ball, installed new battery, but this problem caused corosion under rear seat. Cadillac fixed this in one day.

Favorite Features

Interior, On-tar, Roadside Assistance, Highway ride is great, I like the the exterior, I believe it's rich looking.

Suggested Improvements

Well, this is a little tough. I think Caddy is really improving their product. I guess I would like to see better gas milage.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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First Cadillac in 20 Years

Written by: dhinds on 12/01/2004

Vehicle

2002 Cadillac DeVille 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 4A)

Review

I have owed BMW, Mercedes-Benz, etc. over the last twenty years. I finally got tired of the expenses and went for a used 2002 Cadillac DeVille. I could not be more pleased. Although, the BMW and Mercedes are more fun to drive and do have some wonderful features, the cost of parts and repairs and over all expenses finally drove me away. This car is wonderful to drive on long trips, has good gas mileage and is very comfortable to drive. So far, the dealer has been great making minor repairs without a hassle. For the money, used that is, pretty hard to beat over the German autos. Cadillac resale values are poor but so what, at least you won't brake the bank with this car. I recommed this old American standard.

Favorite Features

Comfort, gas mileage and simple maintenance.

Suggested Improvements

There is always something on any car. The only thing is the sun visor when down is hard to see under. They have a little one you can us under the main one but seems poorly designed. That is the only thing that bugs me a bit.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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