2018 Cadillac CTS

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$46,495

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2018 Cadillac CTS
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Key specs

Base trim shown

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Overview

4.6
(22 reviews)

The good:

  • Distinctive exterior styling
  • Powerful, high-tech engines
  • Stylish interior design
  • Interior materials quality

The bad:

  • Backseat headroom is tight
  • CUE system's learning curve
  • Rear visibility
  • Small trunk

6 trims

Starting msrp listed lowest to highest price

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Our 2018 Cadillac CTS trim comparison will help you decide.

Notable features

  • Apple Watch integration for myCadillac app
  • Rear camera mirror available
  • Apple CarPlay, Android Auto connectivity
  • Rear- or all-wheel drive
  • Performance-oriented V-Sport and CTS-V versions available

2018 Cadillac CTS review: Our expert's take


What it is: The CTS is Cadillac's mid-size luxury sedan and is offered with rear- or all-wheel drive. Three engines are offered: a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder, a 3.6-liter V-6 and, on the V-Sport model, a twin-turbo 3.6-liter V-6. The CTS competes with luxury sedans like the BMW 5 Series, Lexus GS and Audi A6. Cadillac also sells a high-performance CTS-V sports sedan.


(Skip to details on the CTS-V)


An automatic heated steering wheel is now standard and there are two additional USB ports located on the back of the center console. The myCadillac app for iOS devices now syncs with the Apple Watch.

CTS-V


The Cadillac CTS-V is designed to go head-to-head with high-powered German sport sedans. It builds on the already lightweight, sophisticated platform of the CTS luxury sedan and is powered by a 640-horsepower, supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 engine.

What’s Special

  • Eight-speed automatic transmission with shift paddles
  • Rear-wheel drive
  • Zero-to-60 mph in 3.7 seconds and a 200-mph top speed, according to Cadillac
  • High-performance Brembo-brand brakes
  • Adaptive Magnetic Ride Control suspension
  • Carbon-fiber hood
  • Performance Traction Management drive modes
  • Available Performance Data Recorder

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Consumer reviews

4.6
(22 reviews)
90% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.7
  • Interior design 4.7
  • Performance 4.8
  • Value for the money 4.2
  • Exterior styling 4.9
  • Reliability 4.6
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Most recent consumer reviews

2.9

Buyer beware.

April 15, 2022
By DSM8 from Wytheville, VA
Used to own this car

I purchased my 2018 Cadillac CTS from Mynatt Cadillac in North Carolina. It worked really well for about 6 months. Long story short. I have had 13 CUE screens replaced. 5 Cue system dealer updates, multiple transmission shudder repair attempts, and a transmission replacement and 2 complete rear axle assemblies replaced for bearing noise. I performed every maintenance thr Cadillac Dealership recommended. What a disappointment. I recently sold the vehicle and bought a 2022 Lexus.

4.7

2018 model with 26 miles . Huge discount

April 30, 2021
By T MT 2th doctor from Spencer, IA
Owns this car

I'm 65 y/o. Wanted to protest all pickups and SUV/CUV's on the road. Wanted one more sedan . This is a rear wheel biased AWD. Plenty of power and more than acceptable MPG. This CTS exceeds what I was looking for . My last sedan had a V8. Here I am satisfied with a turbo charged four banger .

5.0

It rides so smooth and comfortable.

October 14, 2020
By Mary rural MN from Glencoe, MN
Owns this car

This car is so attractive inside and out. Everything is like new. I have plenty of room. It drives so easy and has all the safety features on it.

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Warranty

New car and Certified Pre-Owned programs by Cadillac
New car program benefits
Bumper-to-bumper
48 months/50,000 miles
Corrosion
48 months/50,000 miles
Powertrain
72 months/70,000 miles
Maintenance
36 months/36,000 miles
Roadside assistance
72 months/70,000 miles
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Maximum age/mileage
5 years/less than 60,000 miles
Basic warranty terms
New: 4 years/50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper; CPO: One year/unlimited miles bumper-to-bumper
Powertrain
6 years/100,000 miles (2012-2017 models)
Dealer certification required
172-point inspection
Roadside assistance
Yes
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