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Overall Ratings
- The new CTS is quick and sharp handling with a brilliantly styled and highly functional interior. Its engine lacks the grunt to motivate its larger-than-average body as quickly as most competitors. Still, overall, it's a worthy competitor to the Germans.
8.8 / 10
Dynamics
8.0 / 10
Engine Performance- Slightly behind most comepitors in terms of acceleration, the 3.6L direct injection V6 is nonetheless quite modern. As a bonus it can run on regular fuel.
9.0 / 10 Transmission Performance- Cadillac has matched the German's ability to sharply match revs on downshifts. Overall, this tranny is competitive.
9.0 / 10 Brake Performance- Superb thermal capacity, pedal feel and stopping performance.
9.0 / 10 Steering Perfomance- Well weighted with good feedback off center.
9.0 / 10 Handling- The FE-3 suspension boosts response and handling abilities beyond many competitors.
8.5 / 10 Fun-to-Drive- Too big to be as tossable as some of its competition, the CTS is nonethless quite enjoyable on the right road.
8.4 / 10 Comfort
8.5 / 10 Ride Comfort- Despite high handling limits, the CTS retains a comfortable cruiser.
9.0 / 10 Wind Noise- No obtrusive wind noise.
9.0 / 10 Road Noise- No obtrusive road noise.
8.5 / 10 Front Seat Comfort/Space/Access- Ample space combines with much adjustability and solid seats to be on par with the best in the class.
7.5 / 10
Rear Seat Comfort/Space/Access- Some larger passengers will find access difficult due to the shape of door opening. Otherwise, once inside, there's plenty of leg- and shoulder room.
8.0 / 10 Driving Position- All the CTS's major controls fall comfortably at hand and its pedals are properly spaced. Outward visibility is good as is the view of the instruments.
8.0 / 10 Function
9.5 / 10
Headlight Illumination- Excellent HID illumination makes nighttime visibility very good.
8.0 / 10 Visibility- Seating and window positions make outward visibility very good.
9.0 / 10 Instrument Panel Layout- Large, simple, easy-to-read gauges.
8.5 / 10 Climate Control System Layout- Easy-to-use individual climate controls are placed perfectly next to both driver and passenger knees.
10.0 / 10
Audio System Layout- An industry standard, this is as good as it gets.
9.0 / 10 Secondary Control Layout- Secondary controls are intuitive and follow established norms.
6.0 / 10
Interior Storage- The CTS is distinctly lacking enough bins and pockets.
6.5 / 10
Standard Cargo/Trunk Space- A too-small trunk opening inhibits entry into a less-than average-size trunk.
7.0 / 10
Maximum Cargo Space (ease & amount)- Split-folding rear seats offer some expandability.
7.0 / 10 Cupholders- Average -- two cupholders.
9.2 / 10 Design/Build Quality
8.5 / 10 Exterior Design- Sharp and aggressive, the new CTS looks as good as it drives.
9.5 / 10 Interior Design- Modern, highly functional, yet still easy to use. An excellent execution.
9.0 / 10 Interior Materials- As good as any offering in the segment.
9.0 / 10 Interior Control Tactile Feel- Very high quality feel to all knobs and buttons.
10.0 / 10 Squeaks & Rattles- No noticeable squeaks or rattles.
9.0 / 10 Panel Fitment & Gaps- As well built as any American car.
Consumer Ratings are also available for this style.
See the 2008 Cadillac CTS Consumer Ratings |
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