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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2017 ATS, so we've included reviews for other years of the ATS since its last redesign.
Terrific
L. Taylor, 02/11/2016
updated 02/13/2017
2016 Cadillac ATS Luxury 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
26 of 30 people found this review helpful
Comfortable, well appointed, great handling, terrific braking, and REALLY FAST. Very fun to drive. After 1 year: have not had any mechanical problems; with fold- down rear seatbacks I'm able to transport lots of items; still very fun to drive
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Sweet car and great to drive
Curt H, 08/22/2019
updated 02/24/2020
2016 Cadillac ATS Luxury 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
I was looking for a used ATS earlier this year, primarily to avoid the steep value depreciation in the first couple of years. I heard a lot of negative feedback from friends and others who have had older Cadillac models, but I have followed this car through it's release and updates. My summary is that it drives really well, and overall is a great car that is also fun to drive. If I have any complaints about it, they would be in the area of the transmission and attenuation that I get at certain speeds. The dealer says that there isn't anything wrong with the car, and the learning transmission has adopted to my driving style better so I have less of that. If I could give it a 4.5 I would but these nuisance things are minor. The value for the price paid is really good, in my opinion. The driving dynamics, especially on the highway, are stellar and probably the part I like best about this car. I have now had the car over a year, and every car has its issues. Overall I would give it a 4/5 now instead of 5. The transmission is not the best, too set up for fuel economy even in sport mode. Also if the steering is cut all the way to one side it spits up a bit. Still happy with it and glad I bought it used. It runs fine on regular gas and gets good mileage. The handling is the best part of the car.
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Best handling, best balanced, most agile sedan
Dave HACKETT, 06/09/2016
2016 Cadillac ATS Standard 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl 8A)
19 of 22 people found this review helpful
This 4 door sedan handles better than any comparable sedan I've driven in years. It is nimble, well balanced, has precise, accurate steering; it is a joy to drive.
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New ATS Coupe
Bob II, 10/13/2016
updated 04/26/2018
2016 Cadillac ATS Standard 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
19 of 22 people found this review helpful
The car is beautiful with it's volicity red exterior and black interior. New the car had a loose connector in the driverside door. Within twenty four hours the cruise control quite working and the dealer can't get the correct part. After a couple months it started working. The Continental Procontact SSR run flat tires are noisy and hard riding. Cadillac & Continental refused to replace them. Rear tire alignment was off and dealer didn't mention when rotating tires. Had to replace tires at 24,00 miles due to broken belt, replaced with Bridgestone Driveguard Tires. What an improvement with driving comfort. The way tires and rims are designed, it's easy to scratch rims on curbs. If you use Apple Carplay with the iPhone navigation or OnStar navigation the radio wont play. Dealer isn't very helpful with assisting. No one to turn to. Don't recommend Apple carplay. Heater don't seem to provide heat consistently when needed.. Controls are dangerous to use and drive. CUE system is as dangerous as texting. Had trouble with drivers side window lowering enough to open door. Took Cadillac dealer four tries to fix, but when cold still won"t lower enough. works ok during warm temperature. Told dealer what I felt why, but he won't listen. For some odd reason transmission slips in low gear it's self when it shouldn't. Plastic cover on back of drivers seat fell off twice, Had to pop it back on, Cue screen went static, but had backup diagram showing driving forward. Back up camera isn't clear on moist evenings. not sure if exhaust cause problem. Cadillac problem. Had same issue on Cadillac XT% loaner, but not as bad. Camera gets dirty easy, especially when raining. Car value depreciated over $27,000, in less than two years. due to dissatisfaction I was going to trade in, but own more on car than it's worth. Even do I put a $10,000. down payment on. Had this car back to the dealer more than any car I've owned in 40 years. It's a shame such a beautiful car. will never buy another vehicle with run flat tires.
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Amazing changes
Fields Cadillac , 08/04/2019
2017 Cadillac ATS Premium Luxury 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
9 of 10 people found this review helpful
I bought this type model starting with the 2010 SRX. I don’t think I’ll ever drive another type. I thought that car was awesome; great ride, lots of features, and the sound system is sooo good I can rock out. So I then got a 2014 (I like to keep cars under warranty). But then when I got the 2017 ATS, expecting it to be the same I was surprised. The shift stick took some getting used to. The gas mileage went up almost 20% I guess because the car is lighter and it has the stop start feature. The AI features are complicated but once you get the hang of it it’s an assistant. The “stay in lane ” feature has been very helpful teaching teenagers to drive. Also the “you’re too close”. I’m Sure they have fancy names but you get the gist. I use the heated seat feature on days when my back aches and steering wheel warmer on days ,y hands hurt. (Not often but I big day at the gym can sometimes be too much) My particular Cadillac dealer (fields Cadillac in jacksonville and st Augustine Florida) is practically like family. They take care of everything and it’s worth the 35 mile drive plus they give me a loaner and will feed people breakfast and lunch should you have to wait. What’s not to like? I never even think about any other new cars and doubt I ever will.
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