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  • 4dr Sdn V6 RWD w/1SA
    Starts at
    $46,845
    18 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn V6 AWD w/1SA
    Starts at
    $46,845
    18 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn V6 RWD w/1SB
    Starts at
    $50,385
    18 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn V6 AWD w/1SB
    Starts at
    $50,385
    18 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn V6 RWD w/1SC
    Starts at
    $55,945
    18 City / 27 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V6
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn V8 RWD w/1SE
    Starts at
    $56,345
    15 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn V8 AWD w/1SG
    Starts at
    $68,785
    15 City / 22 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn V8 RWD w/1SG
    Starts at
    $68,785
    15 City / 24 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Gas V8
    Engine
    Rear Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

302-hp V-6 or 320-hp V-8
469-hp STS-V discontinued
RWD or AWD
Available lane departure warning system
Available blind spot warning system

The good & the bad

The good

Acceleration
Handling
Highway ride
Child-seat accommodations

The bad

Some low-rent controls
Confusing navigation system
Below-average reliability
Small trunk opening
V-8 model gets pricey with options

Expert 2010 Cadillac STS review

our expert's take
Our expert's take
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our expert's take

Vehicle Overview
Cadillac’s midsize sport sedan, the STS, features a powerful base engine, an optional V-8 and a variety of high-tech safety options. The STS competes with the BMW 5 Series, Lincoln MKS and Hyundai Genesis.

New for 2010
The 469-horsepower STS-V has been discontinued.

Exterior
The STS’ bumper is prominent, and its grille is dominant. Like it or not, you have to admit that the elements are in proportion, from the plunging grille to the stacked headlights and fog lights. A Platinum Edition Package, optional with either engine, adds a new grille finish and 18-inch chrome wheels.

  • Rocker-panel moldings
  • Small spoiler
  • Chrome door handles
  • Polished-aluminum dual exhaust tips
  • Standard 17-inch alloy wheels, optional 18-inch alloys

Interior
The STS can have optional wood trim; real metal trim accents the steering wheel and dashboard. The Platinum Edition augments the cabin with a leather dashboard and a suede-like ceiling.

  • Optional head-up display projects vehicle speed and other selectable readouts on the windshield
  • Optional adaptive cruise control and remote-start systems
  • Standard eight-speaker Bose stereo
  • Optional 15-speaker, Bose 5.1-channel surround-sound stereo
  • Standard leather seats, dual-zone climate control
  • Optional heated steering wheel
  • Optional heated and ventilated seats

Under the Hood
The base STS’ 3.6-liter V-6 has direct injection and produces 302 hp and 272 pounds-feet of torque. An optional 4.6-liter V-8 makes 320 hp and 315 pounds-feet of torque. Both engines use a six-speed automatic transmission.

  • Optional Performance Handling Package includes Brembo four-piston calipers with larger brake discs

Safety
Safety equipment includes:

  • Standard front and side-impact airbags and side curtain airbags
  • Standard antilock brakes, electronic stability system
  • Optional lane departure and blind spot warning systems
  • Optional Intellibeam headlamps that self-adjust their intensity based on oncoming or leading vehicles

2010 Cadillac STS review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview
Cadillac’s midsize sport sedan, the STS, features a powerful base engine, an optional V-8 and a variety of high-tech safety options. The STS competes with the BMW 5 Series, Lincoln MKS and Hyundai Genesis.

New for 2010
The 469-horsepower STS-V has been discontinued.

Exterior
The STS’ bumper is prominent, and its grille is dominant. Like it or not, you have to admit that the elements are in proportion, from the plunging grille to the stacked headlights and fog lights. A Platinum Edition Package, optional with either engine, adds a new grille finish and 18-inch chrome wheels.

  • Rocker-panel moldings
  • Small spoiler
  • Chrome door handles
  • Polished-aluminum dual exhaust tips
  • Standard 17-inch alloy wheels, optional 18-inch alloys

Interior
The STS can have optional wood trim; real metal trim accents the steering wheel and dashboard. The Platinum Edition augments the cabin with a leather dashboard and a suede-like ceiling.

  • Optional head-up display projects vehicle speed and other selectable readouts on the windshield
  • Optional adaptive cruise control and remote-start systems
  • Standard eight-speaker Bose stereo
  • Optional 15-speaker, Bose 5.1-channel surround-sound stereo
  • Standard leather seats, dual-zone climate control
  • Optional heated steering wheel
  • Optional heated and ventilated seats

Under the Hood
The base STS’ 3.6-liter V-6 has direct injection and produces 302 hp and 272 pounds-feet of torque. An optional 4.6-liter V-8 makes 320 hp and 315 pounds-feet of torque. Both engines use a six-speed automatic transmission.

  • Optional Performance Handling Package includes Brembo four-piston calipers with larger brake discs

Safety
Safety equipment includes:

  • Standard front and side-impact airbags and side curtain airbags
  • Standard antilock brakes, electronic stability system
  • Optional lane departure and blind spot warning systems
  • Optional Intellibeam headlamps that self-adjust their intensity based on oncoming or leading vehicles

Safety review

Based on the 2010 Cadillac STS base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
4/5
Frontal passenger
4/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
5/5
Side driver
4/5
Side rear passenger
5/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
4 years / 50,000 miles
Powertrain
5 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 100,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 years / less than 60,000 miles
Basic
New: 4 years / 50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper; CPO: One year / unlimited miles bumper-to-bumper
Dealer certification
172-point inspection

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Consumer reviews

4.6 / 5
Based on 12 reviews
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Comfort 5.0
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.8
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.8
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

  • Great car, stylish and comfortable!

    This is a great car, gets lots of looks, comfortable on a trip with every option. All of the equipment is easy to use, perfectly placed, rides well with great seats.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Beautiful car, I just can't keep it.

    I need an SUV for work purposes or I'd keep it. I wanted to keep it but just can't keep both. I consistently changed the oil with Mobile 1.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • My car for 9 years

    The old girl went to 208,510 miles before I traded it for a newer one. What a great car. The only thing it didn't do is drive for you!!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • AWD is great

    My main gripe about this car is the loose shifter cables. When I put into park, It doesn't register. It beeps and says on the screen to put in park. Had to do the timing chains at 205000 KMs because one side failed. On both front doors the electric modules to open from outside failed.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 2.0
    Exterior 3.0
    Reliability 3.0
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  • 2010 Cadillac STS AWD

    Simply put: WOW! I love this car. It is quiet, comfortable, responsive and efficient. Yes it is an older car but my friends who own cars 2017-2018 are impressed with the features and comfort. I was fortunate to find one with 79K miles. It is not new but it is certainly just as good. Shame that Cadillac stopped this model
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 4.0
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  • Enjoying my old purple Cadillac!

    For this car to be 11-12 years old, it sure continues to run well! I bought the AWD model with all the bells and whistles and it definitely performs, especially in the winter! The color is beautiful and overall, it is a very well-designed and reliable vehicle. The only two features I'm unhappy with are (1) the inability to wirelessly connect my iPhone's Bluetooth to play my music -- I can take calls using Bluetooth, but my music has to be connected manually using those old school red-white-yellow jacks; and (2) the fact that the model is one year too old to use the OnStar app. The car has OnStar but the app won't connect to this model, only the 2011 model :( First-world problems, I suppose. Looking forward to saving up for the newer purple model!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • power plus

    Great vehicle with most technology as the new Cadillac. The lane departure feature and blind spot alarm are great
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • LUXURY AND RELIABLE

    HAS ALMOST ALL CURRENT TECHNOLOGY ALREADY INTEGRATED BEING A 8YR OLD VEHICLE........................
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Reliable, comfortable & stylish

    This car is the best I've ever owned, AWD, good on gas, and has been very reliable. I love the way it looks, & the way people look at it (it gets attention!)
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • UNPARALLED LUXURY, & GAS SIPPER & LOW MILEAGE

    GREAT BUY,,only 22,000 one owner miles, and in super condition with no issues whatsoever,, every option that Cadillac offers
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Cadilac xxx V-8 Norrthstar

    This is by far the nicest car I have ever driven it is quiet has an en exceptionally smooth ride and many nice safety features such as the lane departure warning so if you fall asleep at the wheel the car will let you know that you have swayed out of the lane you are driving in.. This feature could save you life! It also has Active cruise control that will automatically keep you a safe distance room the car ahead a very nice feature this car also has blind spot warning so it alerts you when someone is in you?re blind spot. The power steering adjust to the driver making driving this car in a parking lot is effortless Another really nice feature is the car has ventilated leather seats ! The only negative thing about this car is hat I does not have a backup camera or voice activated navigation; and get about 20 miles per gallon (this car is equiped with the Nothstwr V-8) Overall when you consider the price and the safety features in my opinion it is well worth the money
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • Best Handling car I've owned

    I just trade my 2005 xxx. Yes it had reliability issues, but handling and steerin are best I've experienced in over 50 years of driving. Maybe I'm stupid, but the increased horsepower and 6 speed transmission lured me back. No regrets.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 3.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2010 Cadillac STS?

The 2010 Cadillac STS is available in 8 trim levels:

  • AWD w/1SA (1 style)
  • AWD w/1SB (1 style)
  • AWD w/1SG (1 style)
  • RWD w/1SA (1 style)
  • RWD w/1SB (1 style)
  • RWD w/1SC (1 style)
  • RWD w/1SE (1 style)
  • RWD w/1SG (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2010 Cadillac STS?

The 2010 Cadillac STS offers up to 18 MPG in city driving and 27 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2010 Cadillac STS?

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Is the 2010 Cadillac STS reliable?

The 2010 Cadillac STS has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2010 Cadillac STS owners.

Is the 2010 Cadillac STS a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2010 Cadillac STS. 91.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 12 reviews
  • Comfort: 5.0
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.8
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.8
  • Reliability: 4.6
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