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No regrets
eracism, 09/15/2010
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
38 of 39 people found this review helpful
I purchased the vehicle with 56,000 miles on it. I drive around 3,000 miles a month. I am 6'6" tall. The car is comfortable and rides great. It is a V6 and has enough power. I am partial to caddy's. My first car was a 1970 sedan deville. I should have purchased the all wheel drive for I live up north and the car is terrible in the snow. I currently have 114,000 miles on it with no problems. i change the oil every 3,000 miles. I am looking forward to reaching 200,000 miles.
Dude. Yes.
Michael Forman, 03/28/2016
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
31 of 32 people found this review helpful
Finally got my grubby paws on a V8 STS, after a year of searching high and low on the intertubes. Perfect color (black), low miles (50k), prior owner babied her like the creampuff that she is, and great price ($12k). I can only assume that the general snobbiness of the American car buying public keeps prices so affordable for such a monstrous performance car. I say, danke schoen to you, BMW owners. My new beauty's Northstar absolutely GROWLS. So throaty and wonderful. I do hereby solemnly swear that (if I can afford to) I will be a Cadillac owner for the rest of my days on this mortal coil. If you, dear reader, take any advice from all this...it's worth the wait for the V8. Put that on a bumper sticker.
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Satisfied Customer
J Scott, 03/09/2007
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
12 of 12 people found this review helpful
I've only had my STS for two months. I read the reviews here before buying it and I am very pleased with my decision to buy the 2006 STS. It is more of a sports car than I expected. The V6 engine has plenty of power for the car. I got it loaded and I am enjoying it very much. I think any complaints you may read here are overblown. You will be glad you bought this car. I just can't comment about the long term reliability because I have only owned it for two months. Its fuel economy has been 23 mpg highway / 14 mpg city.
Nice Car with a few defects
Allen Lobb, 08/25/2010
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
17 of 19 people found this review helpful
Purchase the car used with 38,000 miles. Engine consumes a quart of oil about every 3000 miles. Using the oil recommended by Cadillac which is Mobil One-5w30. No signs of oil leaks, no smoke out of the exhaust pipe. Cadillac drive OK if you don't mind the popping sound in the driver seat when turning corners. Also, sometime the lights in the dash below the speedo/tach go out. Our third Calillac, the last two had electrical problems. After 8 years with Cadillac, this will be our last one.
The Good Outweighs the Bad
KSMYSTS, 08/23/2010
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
12 of 13 people found this review helpful
This is my 3rd Cadillac, and my second STS. The new design definitely tops my former Seville STS. It is a very fun car to drive, and has lots of power at any speed, without using Sport/Manual mode. Sure there are things I would change and things that aren't fantastic (like any car), but the good makes those easy to overlook. The styling with traditional Cadillac cues is a win for me, and I love all the bells and whistles - after all, this is a Cadillac. I feel great driving it, a very responsive car - it is difficult to find performance and luxury in the same package, but this is an example of it.
Cadillac Delivers Excellence, GM does not.
darkmatter, 05/28/2013
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
23 of 27 people found this review helpful
I purchased my 3.6L v6 STS fully loaded for $10,000 after my previous Cadillac, a 2000 Deville DHS, was totaled from hail damage. I needed to get a new car quickly, and I had my first Cadillac for so long with no issues; I wanted to stick to the brand. When I first sat in the vehicle the overwhelming number of "intuitive" features was extremely intimidating. Overtime, they grew on me, and the immense customization became a tool from the vehicle to optimize a perfect driving experience. However, with all the great number of features and beautiful styling of the car I found it was easy to overlook the mechanics. One week after I purchased the vehicle, I noticed a "clicking" noise. Continued:
Best Car We Ever Drove
stser, 08/11/2014
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
14 of 16 people found this review helpful
Bought new in June 2006 for my wife and two middle school boys. Boys are grown and gone, but car is still excellent. 108,000 miles and counting. Lots of short cold winter starts which can really wear on an engine, but no problems. Used synthetic oil and changed only every 10,000 miles. Ash tray covers (f&b) both broke off, and the bushings in the front suspension have moved out of place so we do get some clunking noises over bumps. Both headlamps burned out within months of each other and were costly to replace because the whole front end had to come off. On third set of tires, otherwise no issues. If looking at used...I would buy my car again. Hope to keep it another 100,000 miles. Good GM!
Beautiful but Unreliable
John Bantsolas, 10/15/2009
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
I've owned the car 6 months (bought it used with 30,000 miles - now have 36,000 miles on it); drives beautifully but have had 3 major repairs (fortunately still under warranty): engine oil lead (had to disassemble and replace gasket), a/c (needed new compressor), and most recently, coolant leak (needed new water pump). These are repairs I would not expect before 100,000 miles.
Not bad but not great
My last GM, 04/27/2019
updated 10/29/2020
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Traded in my 1998 deville for a 2006 STS 3.6 with 86,000 miles. It was flawless for the first year of ownership. Around 96,000 miles I got a misfire and ended up doing the spark plugs. Order the parts online and do it yourself, takes some time but a huge money savor. Didn’t really experience any issues until 140,000 miles then it was all down hill. Transmission became clunky shifting from reverse to drive or when coming to a stop and then accelerating again. LED taillights will fail one bulb at a time but you have to replace the entire assembly. Keyless entry will fail. Interior chrome door handles peeled and will cut you if the wind takes the door out of your hand. Gas mileage for a v6 is poor, I drive both city and highway and generally averaged 19mpg. Horrible in the Michigan snow, I’ve always had Michelin tires and if you are under 5/32 tread they are now useless. Owners Manuel says you’ll burn a quart every 1200 miles. By the end I was burning a quart and a half per tank of gas. Sealed for life transmission is a lie, got the a code reading “transmission fluid deteriorating ”. If your key fob battery is starting to die change the battery right away I waited and was locked out of my car. The Bose stereo sounds great, handling was great, looks a bit sleeker than the CTS. Developed more misfires and oxygen sensors failing in the last 4 months of ownership. Made it to 167,000 miles and traded it in for a Lexus LS430. Basically if your considering this car get the V8 and expect stupid things to go wrong.
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Sorry... I lose!!!
Jac122, 04/03/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
This is my second Caddy. I owned a 2003 Seville SLS, what a perfect car. I looked forward to all the "goodies" in the 2006 model....WHAT A MISTAKE! The car is so sluggish; it remains in 5th gear most of the time. Press the accelerator and HOPE, then pray it responds usually won't. Bluetooth has no teeth. Frequently does not recognize phone, and does not work while driving. The voice recognition does not recognize ANYONE! Its gas mileage is only about 15 mpg. GM knows of the sluggishness and says "its up to specs" Your loss buddy. Just give me my 2003 SLS and we'll call it even. If you are considering a '06 STS V6 AWD, beware and test drive extensively first.
Never again
Jeff, 06/10/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
9 of 11 people found this review helpful
I thought this car would be fun and practical. I have the STS 4, all wheel drive. I have owned it for 7 months and have already made four trips to the dealer and the issues are still not corrected. I have had on-going problems with the all wheel drive and leaks, seals, etc. It has excessive wind noise (which is a a joke for a $60,000 car, my Honda is much quieter). My car has a horrible issue with its acceleration / transmission and the engine nearly seeming to stall out when I want to accelarate on turns and corners. It has a poor HVAC system. It would take a librarian 6 weeks of reading to figure out all the electronics on the car and how to use them. The interior is way too small. Plus there is no back seat space. I am not happy.
Love My Caddy
Jordan, 09/04/2010
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I purchased this car certified used with 34,000 on it. So far I love the Caddy. I traded in my 2002 Lexus GS300 due to a series of electrical issues. I wanted to buy luxury and AMERICAN so I went with the STS V6. This car is a weekend driver for me as I have a company car. So far I have had it in for warranty service 3 times. The window switch in the back seat went out (roll down but not up), the ashtray trim piece broke, and the selector switch for the power mirrors broke. All under warranty. The technology in this car rivals my Dad's E350 and will out perform the Mercedes all day. It is American and has some squeaks now and then but overall a dream to drive and turns heads. Love this car
2005 STS
mstewart, 11/21/2005
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have had nothing but trouble with my 2006 Cadillac STS V8 since I took delivery of it. First, the delivery was delayed at the dealership because the entire radio had to be replaced. After the first 1,000 miles, a loud noise like crunching tin cans developed in the front-end. The dealership has attempted to fix it several times without success. I have been waiting on another part for over a week which they hope will remedy the problem. Meanwhile a coil in the engine went out causing it to operate on less than all 8 cylinders. I have communicated with Cadillac customer relations but have gotten absolutly no relief. Buyers beware.
2006 STS Bad Brakes?
Garry, 12/20/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
For 20 months and 18,000 miles I have considered my 2006 STS the best car I've owned. It is truly great road car, and just plain fun to own. Today I went in for regular maintenance, my dealer informed me that the car required new front pads and rotors, $900! He went as far as to say all CTS and STS have "soft" brakes and I can expect to repeat today's expense every 18,000 to 20,000 miles. My disappointment is profound.
Fails to Meet Expecations
Former Caddy Man, 03/18/2007
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
10 of 13 people found this review helpful
This car has lots of promise, but fails to deliver. The quality of the car itself as well as the dealer service has been very poor in my experience. I have experienced a number of breakdowns requiring tows. It has had repeated problems and the dealer has not been able to resolve them. This should not occur with a car like this. The transmission is rough and uncertain at low speeds and the electronics either don't work as billed or don't work as designed.
Great Car
Mark McNulty, 07/27/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car is fun to drive and has all the latest technology. Keyless entry, push button start, and voice controls - for windows, radio, AC. It has virtual advisor, which gives me current weather condtions, stock reports and traffic accidents and construction sites to avoid. I really love this car! I had a 2005 Cadillac STS with a V6 engine, but traded this in for a 2006 STS V8 with navigation an all the toys.
The Lean Machine
kinlease, 07/10/2005
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I am not embarrassed to be behind the wheel of this powerful, technolgically advanced Cadillac. I personally have a Jaguar and Mercedes, and only went foreign in 1996, as I tried to give my business to the American manufacturer. This car is fabulous! The features are great. They could have made the exterior different than the CTS. I think of it as a larger CTS, which is a mistake, and a bit masculine.
Awesome STS
"S" Man, 12/31/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I bought this car in November and so far it is great! I love just about everything this car has to offer. The ride is very quiet and the 6-cylinder engine offers a lot of pep - there really is no need for the V8 and the additional cost that goes with it! The interior is top notch and it has all the features you could ask for. I have received a lot of positive comments on this car!
2006 STS
Aurora5000, 10/05/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This is a great full-size car at a midsize price. It has a nimble road feel and a powerful V8 engine. I like its clean lines on the outside and lots of leather and wood trim in the inside. It gives others an impression of quality and luxury. Attention was given to reducing road noise. Its ride is somewhere between the CTS (stiff) and DeVille (soft).
One Smart Choice for Luxury
Simon Li, 08/18/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
This car has a very comfortable ride and a feel of luxury from outside to inside. The style is not just for the 40+ age group any more and the GMAC Smart-Buy program made my decision easier to make. I got the V6 model, it is not as sporty as V8. Overall, it makes my drive to work a lot more enjoyable, even Monday morning.
Engine Trouble After 3 years
Martin, 08/19/2010
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
5 of 9 people found this review helpful
I bought my 06 STS after owning a volvo for 14 years. Never had to replace the motor or transmission. I thought I was going to own this car for a number of years without major problems. Wrong! In the shop now with engine problem. The price keeps going up just to identify what's wrong. Paid too much money to have problems so soon. I am now wondering if I made a mistake in purchasing this car. I thought this would be the car that would take me into retirement. It's a good looking car, but it has it's down falls such as useless glove compartment, limited storage space in doors, small truck for a med size nice looking car, noisy, and limited room in the back seats.
Glad I bought it used
Va rider, 10/30/2009
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful
have read many reviews. I agree: a little firmer than my 2001 SLS. Not used to bumpier ride. Mileage is 13 in town and 19 on the road with hi test and Cad recommended fuel (Texaco). I test drove an 80,000 mile BMW 750i before and much nicer and same price. Retails for $101K now but an STS V-8 is easily $68K. Next time or next car: AWD
Not Happy
brian burka, 11/29/2005
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 3 people found this review helpful
There are a few important things that I don't like about the 2006 STS. The foot-well is so cramped that if you are like me, 6 feet tall, your right knee will rest against a very uncomfortable sharp hard-padded bolster. The glove compartment is too small for such a large car...once the owner's manual is in, there is no room. The trunk acess is poor. The dash design is bland and could be much more luxurious.
Don't Buy This Car - At least the 2006
I Bought What???, 04/01/2009
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
2 of 4 people found this review helpful
I purchased a Certified 2006 STS w/ 20,000 miles in July 2008. Excellent condition. I traded my Toyota Solara with no regrets until ... the moaning sounds started. Forget driving this car on long interstate trips involving mountains. This is the most annoying noise ever. I've had it to the dealer 6 times for repair without any luck. They claim to "reprogram" whatever it is they "reprogram," but it never repairs the problem. I didn't think a car like this with over a $55,000 price tag new would have so many problems. I cannot speak for the V6, but the V8 is not up to par with even the 3.0 V6 in my former vehicle the Solara. I'm ready for another Toyota! Tell me again why GM is in a mess?
Why doesn't Cadillac Listen!
Bobb, 06/27/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
My new STS is a well built alternative to the off shore crowd. I find it to be a quiet car with enough power to give it that "fun"factor." All in all, I am satisfied with the vehicle. That said, there are many shortcommings with the car that Cadillac never should have allowed to pass. The storage inside the car is just pitiful. The glove box is not large enough to fit my gloves in! The center console is tiny and there is no back seat storage to speak of. But it is the electronics that really sour my opinion of the car. Voice recognition? Not my voice. Want to use your Bluetooth phone? Not while you are moving. Change your destination on the Nav? Have to stop the car! This is simply a stupid design.
Nice Care
Ike, 05/20/2010
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
After two year - I'm happy. Sorry to report that I had to have brakes and rotors replaced @ 43K. Bought with 16k - so no reason to replace the brakes - tires a still good for another 20k. Rides nice, all the bells and whistles are cool. Overall not bad except for the brakes. Recommend to someone looking for a nice car, great features, and class. Drove 1100 miles in two day and felt great getting out of the car. Ave 28 mpg - very good for an AWD, 6 cyl. I do get a lot of road noise when driving on concrete. Other then that - nice.
Excellent vehicle
Gene Remillard, 08/09/2005
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Having been a Lincoln owner since 1988, I am impressed with this, my first Cadillac. The initial reason for the change in vehicles was that I did not have the comfort I expected from the Town Car. The performance I am experiencing is above my expectations, and the comfort level is what I was looking for. Initially, the gas mileage was a bit lower than expected, but now with 1,600 miles, it has increased to the expected level.
Awesome Cadillac STS
Dennis Glodoski, 10/04/2020
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
If you can get by the cheap GM plastic and fake wood trim by the radio and HVAC this Cadillac is definitely an amazing machine very underrated for sure if you get the 1SG package then you won’t be disappointed it lives up to the Cadillac standard of performance and luxury, I’m very happy with my 1SG STS AWD very reliable sedan (like any vehicle if you take care of it good) just keep up with your oil changes and your cam phasers won’t fail like any VVT system oil maintenance is important! Very complex technology indeed, honestly if your mechanically inclined this car will last as long as a Lexus! Only thing I had to replace was the oil pressure switch and maf sensor other then that just the common wear items such as brakes and tires, weak points are the differential bushings and cheap GM electronics, besides that this car is seriously a bench mark for today’s current Cadillac line ups, it’s got a German tuned sigma platform chassis good suspension set up and brakes. Definitely an ATS and XTS challenger, if you can find one with the LH2 Northstar engine try it you won’t be disappointed! Honestly GM’s finest Cadillac built.
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STS Purchase
JT, 04/30/2007
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I traded in my CTS from an 2006 STS last year and have been very pleased with the purchase to date. I've had no issues with this vehicle. It has been extremely reliable. I compared with a BMW 5-series before purchasing my STS, and in my opinion the Cadillac offers much more value for the money. The touchscreen interface is very intuitive and easy to use, and in my opinion far superior to the German systems.
Imports Beware!
Queen, 04/23/2007
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Driving this car is like a dream. I never imagined owning a Cadillac and when I bought this one, I was actually looking at the Mercedes E350. After driving this car, you can't even compare them. The Cadillac won hands down. I recommend anyone looking in the luxury class to seriously think about taking a test drive in the STS before making a decision. It will change the way you think and look at American made cars. The manager at the dealer told me if I just drove the STS, I may never drive anything else. I think he may be right!
2006 STS V6
James B, 12/21/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
We love this car. It has a smooth quiet ride, handles great, the Bose stereo is a must! The V6 has more than enough power.
STS is Dynamite!
MATT B, 11/05/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The standard personal choices via the touchscreen, and unbelievable ride and power of the 6-cylinder engine, have truly amazed me. We are really, really happy with this car. I am only 34 years old, and will buy over and over again, if Caddy stays on this course!
Not Bad for a used CAR
Romiee, 07/09/2010
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Bought the caddie STS 06 v8 with 50,000k. IT was out of warranty though but that didn't bother me. Its a great car and very stylish. I had the CTS 07 2.8l prior and traded that in for a little more luxury. Only paid additional 3,000 for difference. Again great car and very happy. Had small minors repairs like mass air flow sensor replaced and rear brake pads. I do a lot of driving and have already put almost 10,000 miles in 8 months. This car can go on for a very long time. Just maintain the oil changes every 5,000 or 6,000 miles using synthetic motor oil for the STS v8. Highly Recommend putting Super or premium gasoline in this car for better engine protection and performance. :)
The greatest disappointment of Cadillac
lcacsllc, 12/21/2005
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I have been driving Cadillacs for the past 16 years. I have had DeVille's and SLS's. Always I could rely on Cadillac to provide superior ride and service. My 2006 STS V6 was a huge disappointment. We have 8,000 miles on the car and have felt every crack in the road from here to Florida and back. We cancelled a Christmas driving trip and chose to fly. The ride is intolerable. Never before have we had to test drive the car before ordering. We find that the only smooth ride offered by Cadillac is the DTS. We like the sporty styling but its a tin-lizzy dressed in sports attire. Second, the glove box is not sufficient to even house the car's instruction manual. What a useless piece of space.
Love it but Cramped
ADMIN, 07/20/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I just bought my first ever Cadillac. It looks great, drives so smoothly but lacks backseat leg room and has very little storage room. It is very difficult to get out of, but overall it is luxury through and through.
NICE RIDE
KIETSA, 11/02/2020
updated 05/04/2022
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I bought this 2006 STS nine years ago. It's my sixth. Great car, except for the past three years, it's had an 'extended crank' problem that the local dealer couldn't figure out. Finally, my brother's mechanic told me it's a check valve in the fuel pump. It's a $1,600 job, which is almost the value of the car. It usually takes two attempts to start the car; sometimes three. I contacted Cadillac and I'm sure you know what I got: 0! I'm looking for an XT5 at the moment. 5-3-22: I wound up buying a 2019 Lincoln MKC. I miss my STS, but the extended crank issue was never resolved. The Cadillac dealer couldn't fix it, nor did Cadillac respond to my contact. I had the STS for eleven years. Once it started, sometimes after three attempts, it ran great; never a problem on the road.
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Ron's Stealth Gray/Cashmere STS
Ron, 02/13/2007
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This is a good car with great incentives to buy or lease. The ride is firm and quiet. If you want the cushy ride of yesteryear move on. It's quiet and feels good at highway speeds. The V6 is quite impressive, smooth and fast off the line or for passing. It is quieter than the noisy Northstar V8. Its gas mileage is fair, but it's regular gas so deal with it! I have the cashmere interior with lighter wood trim and steering wheel...awesome look. The electronics are a challenge, but good. The voice recognition needs improvement. I'm not disappointed at all.
Love My STS...Best Car I've Owned!
Preston, 10/09/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I traded in my 2003 CTS for my current 2006 STS, and LOVE IT! There is no comparison between the two cars. It is the best car I've ever owned. I'm always learning something new about the STS. I don't know how they can make this car any better. I advise everyone to take a test drive in the new STS, you'll fall in love with it.
STS - Ride is VERY FIRM
johnnocalif, 01/15/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
If you are looking for a soft, luxurious Cadillac-style ride, you won't find it in the STS. Its bucket seats are pure Mercedes stiff. I have moved from a 2004 Jaguar S-Type with the Sport Package to a 2006 STS V6 with the Performance Luxury Package. I love the STS and all the technology. The STS feels more luxurious and larger. It has great ride, is quiet, and has no road vibration - but the seats are so firm that it ruins the ride. The lumbar support is too hard and does not fit a 6'2" body. The Jag S-Type rides softer on the freeway and tighter winding roads. I love many things about the STS, but a 1-2 hour drive is all that I can stand.
My Thoughts
Brian, 10/21/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
First two weeks with the STS have been great. I have come from driving imports for many years and felt like I was taking a chance. So far, only time will tell, I love the car. Feature for feature and in the price dependent the luxury imports can't compare. I have the V6 AWD and look forward to the winter snow. This car is super quiet and so far rock solid. It is almost freakish how many features that have been packed into the car and the first time that I have actually had to read an owners manual more than once to get a handle on all of the technology features and how to use everything.
My Early Opinion
joe casazza, 01/29/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
I just got my 2006 Cadillac STS V8. While its styling is appealing, the rear seat comfort is very tight. Also, its quality is not as good as I had expected. The instructions for the electronics is very confusing. Even dealer personnel have difficulty due to the use of different systems in different models. The keytless start feature is OK, but not great. the stereo is fantastic!
Awesome Car
Barbemm, 01/22/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
Having had five previous Cadillac DeVilles, and one DTS, this STS all wheel drive is by far the most fun to drive. It handles and corners with unbelieveable control. I love driving this car. It is so quiet, I open the window to listen to hear if the engine is running. It is air tight, you don't hear a sound. The stereo is awesome. It still feels weird not using a key, but I am sure I will get used to it. The only three things I can compain about are the glove box is too small (I can't even fit the owners manual), the trunk space is not only limited but hard to get things in an out of, and the voice activation function is a joke. It doesn't understand perfect English, I say "windows down" and it says, "pardon, defrost on?"
Vadillac STS - Better than a new BMW or MErcedes
JARED LENNTER, 06/18/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car rides and handles better than our 2 year old BMW 7-Series. Its seats, braking, steering, and power "or a 6-cyl. are unreal. We could not be happier with a car. I am thankful America is producing strong quality for a reasonable price, $44,000 loaded.
It's Really Here
Mister Anderson, 07/01/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
The mid size luxury sedan that you are looking for is right here in America! Like everyone, I drove the usual suspects Audi, BMW, and Infiniti. The technology that Cadillac has invested in the STS is amazing. 5.1 surround sound, navigation, a true keyless remote, gracious styling and the quietest ride in its class. I sold an '03 Infiniti Coupe and an '05 Infiniti Sedan for the STS. Both are nice cars but the coupe was too loud inside. I have never looked back. Its can cruise at any speed.
Great Old Lady's Caddy!
Colorfulkel, 08/25/2016
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
We got this car for my very capable elderly mother to drive back and forth to church and the store. She loves it, was able to learn the car easily, and truly enjoys the luxury ride!
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I Can't Believe It's Not a V8.
American cars only!, 12/23/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
I traded in my 2000 STS with the 300HP Northstar engine for my new STS all wheel drive with the 6-cyl. engine. I had low expectations concerning it's performance, but I am very impressed by how responsive and fun to drive this car is. I have put 2,500 miles on it so far and the car is defect free. The car is the same weight as my old STS but it feels much more light and nimble. Overall, I am delighted with it.
The Best
Dave, 09/16/2006
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
The 2006 Cadillac STS is the best. It provides great performance, is fun to drive, and has had absolutly no problems.
Disappointing STS-V
Disapp STS-V, 12/30/2007
2006 Cadillac STS V8 4dr Sedan (4.6L 8cyl 5A)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
I have had 4 major failures repairs to date. Purchased in July 06. 1. Front end rack and pinion failure- two occurences 2. Wheel bearings in both front and back 3. Park gear sensor in transmission replaced-computer does not recognize that car is in park. 4. Im afraid #3 has caused a problem with the transmission as the car does not have any "impulse" power when put in drive. 5. Overall very disappointing automobile so far. I would definitely not recommend purchasing. I certainly will not make this mistake again. BMW and Lexus much better for the money. I have owned both. Tried to go with American car maker this time around. Extremely disappointed. Good Luck.
The best so far
cinemel, 07/30/2005
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
This is my favorite STS so far. It's the third one I've owned. It handles responsively with a European tight suspension, not as mushy as the DeVille.
Cadillac STS
GARRY, 08/01/2005
2006 Cadillac STS V6 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
After 3 Lexus models in a row, I decided on an STS. It was the best auto choice I've made in years. Better dealership, better cost, and a far superior car. Much more fun to drive and far superior in design of features.