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Anonymous, 12/08/2010
2010 Cadillac CTS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
55 of 58 people found this review helpful
At slow speed especially when engine is cold the engine skipps and the transmission shifts eradically. The engine also hesitates at high speed when accelerating to pass other vehicles creating an unsafe situation.
Verdict still out
first cts, 08/03/2010
2010 Cadillac CTS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
Only driven it 100 miles so far but love the ride. Plenty of Power for a 3.6 sedan. Fit and finish are cut above most American made cars. Love the creature comforts. Stereo and nav are awesome. I would recommend anyone looking at a the infinity m or Lexus es300 or any other of those foreign makes to test drive the cts premium, you won't be disappointed.
Engine hesitation
james k, 08/11/2010
2010 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
40 of 44 people found this review helpful
I only have 1100 miles on this vehicle but I noticed from the beginning that sometimes when you step on the accelerator there is a hesitation. I took it back to the dealership and they told me there was nothing they could do because all of the 3.6 L, 304hp, engines do this. They said Cadillac is looking into this but I have heard nothing from Cadillac. I almost had a very bad accident trying to pass someone on the highway when the engine almost stalled.
Exceeds my expectations!
jeff, 09/29/2010
2010 Cadillac CTS Luxury 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
11 of 11 people found this review helpful
i can see why the CTS was "motor trends" car of the year for 2008. i've owned mine for about 3 months and have 2500 miles on the odo. so far the car has exceeded my expectations. the 6 speed automatic is silky smooth with the 3.0 liter producing plenty of power - acceleration is quick and smooth. the ride is a bit stiffer than my 2004 Chrysler Concorde limited but yet smooth and controlled. i like the ride and appreciate the quietness. the exterior and interior styling and workmanship are superior - just what a Cadillac should be. the variable assist power steering is spot on. and it's nice to get back to a rear wheel drive after several decades of front wheel drive. so far so good!
A Fantastic American Sedan
LouG, 09/18/2010
2010 Cadillac CTS Luxury 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
Great looking car and fun to drive. Excellent handling and acceleration and feels like a very substantial car when driving. Plenty of interior room and fabulous choice of dash display options. The radio with 6-CD changer is great and has 36 favorite preset station options.
Nice ride .Great style
mrsteve1, 02/21/2014
2010 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
23 of 26 people found this review helpful
Awd is a must and the exterior Crystal red is hot .The interior style works well for my 6 foot frame. Ultraview sun roof is very sharp. 3.0 engine is fine for me. I'm no race car driver.If you want to race around go for the 3.6..Leather is nice quality and its my kinda car. Reliability is yet to be determined but I opted for the extended GM warranty well worth the 2000 bucks.Takes 87 octane running just under 20 city. Nice heavy car and doors feel like the old days strong and solid!If your looking for a sharp car this is by far it!If you want some real American muscle I would go for the CTS-V...Time will tell how she rolls... but so far I love it!
Best car out there if you have the money
Best Car for price, 08/26/2010
2010 Cadillac CTS Luxury 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Very smooth and quiet ride. My son loves the ventilation in the back and perfect acceleration. Very tough built. Don't look at acuras Lexus or Toyota get the Cadillac cts you will be impressed on a test drive. Doing real estate some of my client have made great compliments on their cts. Drive one.
Black beauty
Mike, 05/08/2018
2010 Cadillac CTS Performance 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
15 of 17 people found this review helpful
Absolutely the best auto I've ever purchased. Exceeded my exportations. Has it all, looks, power, technology and performance.
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one of the best I have owned
ROD, 10/04/2019
2010 Cadillac CTS Luxury 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I purchased used 4yrs ago so far fantastic I even have the same batt. 59000 miles replace front brakes also had a trans line leaking so I replaced it and that is all I have had to fix.
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Good sports sedan
tdbmd, 09/13/2012
2010 Cadillac CTS Performance 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
16 of 20 people found this review helpful
I purchased my '10 CTS 3.6 with AWD about 6 months ago. This is my first sports sedan. The CTS handles great. Ride is firm but not bone jarring. 3.6 liter motor has good acceleration, but you have to rev it a bit to get the most performance from it. Have not had any bad weather yet to test the AWD system. Mileage is about 22 mpg in mixed driving and 26-27 on the hwy at speeds from 65-70 mph. The interior is comfortable and well finished. The seats are comfortable but really best for 4 passengers, 5 is a bit tight. Bose stereo has great sound and I like that you can hook up a iPod to it. Climate system works well in both heating and cooling.
Great Sports Sedan
inlets, 02/21/2010
2010 Cadillac CTS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I tested a bunch of high end/high tech sports sedans and the CTS just has so much more bang for the buck, than the BMW or Lexus. I got a brand new CTS Premium for $7k of MSRP, and $2k more for my trade than it was worth. Performance is outstanding, tight and very agile. Front seat are very comfy and good support. The back is a little snug. 5.1 Bose sound system is sthe best great sound and lots of power for classic rock. Nav worked flawless touch screen or voice command, even Onstar downloads to your destination when you on the fly. Fit and finish is flawless. Rock solid ride.
Initially, Quite Satisfied
stelvy2005, 09/08/2010
2010 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
5 of 6 people found this review helpful
While I have had my vehicle for approximately a week, I am quite impressed with the sheer luxury and design of this American-made beauty. This is my first step into the American-made auto arena, and I must say I am impressed. Having always gone the foreign auto route and most recently coming from a 2007 BMW 328i, I was a bit skeptical about buying American. However, after persuasion from a friend who is a fellow Cadillac owner and the incentives offered on the 2010s, I decided to make the move. I must say at this point in time, I am completely satisfied with my new luxury sedan. The car turns plenty of heads, and I love my Black Raven exterior with Ebony interior. GM, you rock!
I love this car.
johnnyjp, 08/31/2010
2010 Cadillac CTS Performance 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I notice how writers can't say enough about the foreign cars but pick the really good cars apart. I love this Caddy. Would not trade it for any Japanese car. Had a 2005 and wanted another. Buy American. Keep your money in this market.
Great fomd
Jerry, 05/16/2018
updated 11/19/2018
2010 Cadillac CTS Luxury 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Found a 2010 CTS luxury edition with manual transmission and very low mileage. Not my first CTS and I love these cars. Note: they depreciate very fast so they are a great buy on the used market
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Disappointed
Fertile12, 02/01/2010
2010 Cadillac CTS Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
7 of 10 people found this review helpful
Cadillac has degraded the CTS this year. Small conveniences have been remover, e.g. rain-sensing wipers, which are no longer available (and the dealer didn't even know about). The "easy-out" convenience rolls the seat back when the engine is stopped but the seat returns to the driving position when the door is opened, indicating poor, unthinking programming. That should be called easy-out but no easy-in.
Fine car
Steve Hall, 12/23/2016
2010 Cadillac CTS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
Some issues with airbags connections, and the CTS DOES require regular maintenance and attention. I love the car.
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Caution, CTS may not be for you!!
Gary, 02/10/2010
2010 Cadillac CTS Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I purchased my CTS Premium AWD Cadillac two weeks ago. I traded a 2008 Cad.DTS. Would take my old vehicle back immediately. The seats are hard, the ride is so horrible my wife and I felt Ill when we drove from the dealer to our home (70 Miles).The cruise control will not hold within 3- 4 miles per hour.Service dept. said "thats the way the way it is" there are..no adjustments. The grille- bumper assembly on the front of the car does not clear the road by more than 3 to 4 inches. My wife turned off a main highway onto a service road, small dip, damaged and broke "plastic grille". Only 200 miles on vehicle. The position of this assembly is actually a safety problem in my opinion.
So Far So Good
DubyaC, 02/03/2010
2010 Cadillac CTS Luxury 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I selected the CTS for my first high end car. Born in the 60's, I can easily remember the days when Cadillac & Lincoln dominated the luxury market. So I was excited; not just to finally have a Cadillac of my own, but one with modern styling, excellent fit & finish, and outstanding performance. As they say, it's not your Dad's Cadillac. I love the feedback I get through the tranny - whether the automatic or manual mode. Excellent balance struck between quiet ride and performance suspension. Handles the corners quite well, but road noise you typically get with such a car is absent - enough for passengers to comment on the quiet cabin. Acceleration is more than competent.
Six months, still satisfied
Greg, 07/29/2010
2010 Cadillac CTS Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Can't complain about this car so far. I've already taken it on two long trips - including one on Amtrak's Auto Train service to Florida without a problem. Sound system, bluetooth, navigation are all very good. Performance is excellent. Fuel economy is not too bad considering the car wasn't really designed for efficiency. Car is great for long trips (and passing on two-lane highways!). Quality seems to be better than my Oldsmobile Aurora which had a few too many problems compared to the Chevy I had before it. No rattles, weird noises, or warranty repairs yet like I had after 6 months of owning my Aurora.
Bullet proof
Rick and Rita, 01/20/2023
2010 Cadillac CTS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Had the car for 8 years. With 140000 miles, not 1 issue, other than a water pump replacement. Drives and handles great. Love the CTS. Paint still looks new.
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Break down after break down
Devin, 05/16/2019
2010 Cadillac CTS Performance 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
4 of 6 people found this review helpful
I purchased the car used,,, very clean low miles,,, rear end went out within 5000 miles of owning it,,, then a part for the driveshaft failed, but cadillac does not sell the part so I had to purchase an entire driveshart,, then a computer part went haywire,,, nothing but a money pitt
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Terrific style
satisfied owner, 06/30/2010
2010 Cadillac CTS Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
Like any car I can find a few faults.The seats could stand an improvement like my wife's RAV4.However it's a good handling car and sure it has an occasional jerk when it shifts down at low speeds because it's AWD. I have the 3.6,304 hp.Too bad GM dumbs the car down with that 3.0 liter which a lot of people at GM dislike.
Changes from 2008 to 2010 CTS
birdsnart, 04/17/2010
2010 Cadillac CTS Luxury 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6M)
3 of 6 people found this review helpful
Just traded a very troublesome 08 for 2010 CTS. Car is identical inside and out except for a few glitches. Driver auto seat movement doesn't work unless Driver 2 button is clicked each time, to move seat back. To move forward, must click Driver 1 button. Doors automatically lock, cannot open, with motor running, except to click Unlock feature.
I miss my Q45
bobesherman, 09/08/2011
2010 Cadillac CTS Performance 4dr Sedan (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
3 of 7 people found this review helpful
I bought a 2010 leftover. The first week I considered returning it. Overall I like it, but interior storage is inadequate, mileage is less than expected and the visibility borders on being dangerous. I compensate by angle parking only on the end of the row and only making right hand turns. I traded a 1998 Q45. The CTS is not in the same class. I wanted to buy American with RWD and the CTS is probably the best.
Check Out the CTS, You Won't Be Sorry
David, 12/31/2009
2010 Cadillac CTS Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Let me first say that I have been looking for a really nice luxury sedan for some time. The cost of the Audi S4, A6, BMW 335I & Mercedes E350 are all very high for what you get. The ability to have it all and at a great pice was perfect for me. I used Hill Cadillac in Newtown Square PA. The entire buying experience was top notch. I highly recommend them to anyone. I had contacted Armen Cadillac about a CTS and they never even call me back. Their Loss!!! This car is amazing in styling, performance and luxury. I highly recommend it to any and all who want a great package at a great price.
First Cadillac - Maybe Last
HoustonMR, 03/28/2010
2010 Cadillac CTS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Traded in a Cadillac DTS but drove a Lexus RX prior. While this is a great looking (and driving) car, my fear of fit and finish of American made cars has come largely true. This car has great pick-up and has some great amenities but it lacks the quality and additional options that foreign car makers like Lexus and Mercedes offer. My biggest complaint is a constant whistle from the sunroof that the dealer cannot get rid of. For a car that runs up to $50K this type of defect should NOT occur. Never had issues with Toyota, Nissan or Lexus vehicles before this purchase.
Classic American Luxury!
Paradise, 10/19/2023
2010 Cadillac CTS Premium 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
No complaints. Solid. Dependable. Elegant!
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Cadillacs forever
Dick Young, 10/24/2023
2010 Cadillac CTS Performance 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
I Love the way it handles! The turn radius and pickup are outstanding.
STILL A CLASY LOOKING CAR
PARKLAND, 02/20/2024
2010 Cadillac CTS Premium 4dr Sedan AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Held up well . dependable only problem is closest dealer is too far away