Used 2018 Cadillac ATS Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2018 ATS, so we've included reviews for other years of the ATS since its last redesign.
Had a CTS and now driving an ATS
Matt Spencer, 07/18/2017
2016 Cadillac ATS Standard 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
33 of 36 people found this review helpful
Biggest downside, car is it's a large compact. After that watch out it is a fun drive. Great cornering and excellent acceleration provide an excellent feel behind the wheel. The car is 5 star safety in every category making the overall experience that much better. Had previous experience with 2.0 turbo and it was problem free although I only drove it for 50k miles. If you are not looking for a large sedan this could be your car. Drive it and you will like it.
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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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