Used 2013 Cadillac ATS Premium Sedan Review
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Cadillac ATS 3.6 RWD with FE3 magnetic ride
m3nomore, Boise, ID, 03/30/2013
2013 Cadillac ATS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
I have owned two M3s and an S4 among other cars.
But after test-driving the 3.6 ATS and comparing prices, the Caddy ATS won hands down for me.
For handling, ride comfort, and braking, ATS beats the others. Yeah, M3 is quicker by .7 sec to 60 ... not a big deal unless you take your ride to the track every weekend.
Mileage: 19mpg city, 29 highway(!), 24 combined so no complaints there … especially as compared to M3. This car is a pleasure to drive with its great handling, and it feels good to have finally cut the cord to those overpriced Germans. CUE is not perfect but is far from a deal-breaker. Overall: this car is a winner and I have NO regrets with this purchase.
This thing is a blast to drive
Steve M., Putnam Valley, NY, 03/30/2016
2013 Cadillac ATS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
The ATS is really a fun to drive car. With the 321 hp V6 it has plenty of power and with the trans in manual mode you can really wind it up through the gears. Handling is great, it really holds the road. I don't know why it is that GM puts summer only tires on vehicles it sells in the north east. I had to replace them not long after I got it with all season, an extra expense. The one … thing that I don't like about the car is the touch screen controls. You can't work the radio or climate controls by feel, you have to take your eyes off the road to make sure you hit the touch screen just right and sometimes that isn't easy. Over all I like the car and am enjoying it but I would say that it is not anything for a little old lady or anyone wanting a real cushy ride.
At long last, a worthy entry.
ngamoth, Gaithersburg, MD, 09/22/2012
2013 Cadillac ATS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
After successive failures, it appears Cadillac has finally made a small car worth buying.
The level of effort involved in the design, creation, and testing of this car are evident upon first driving it - it feels surprisingly well built.
Were it not for the plush American cabin, you'd swear the VIN began with a telltale 'W.'
Performance-wise, the car shines.
The adjustable Magnetic … Ride Control is brilliantly implemented, and one could wax poetic about the powertrain, braking...but let's face it.
This isn't going to the track - it's going to make a break in traffic much more enjoyable.
Spaciousness wasn't the intended result, so make your buddies drive separately!
Edmunds Summary Review of the 2013 Cadillac ATS Premium Sedan
Pros & Cons
- Pro:Spirited performance from 2.0 Turbo and 3.6 models
- Pro:excellent handling/ride balance
- Pro:engaging driving dynamics from both rear-wheel and all-wheel-drive platforms
- Pro:user-friendly infotainment interface.
- Con:Lackluster base engine performance
- Con:smallish backseat and trunk.
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