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.
The 469-horsepower STS-V has been discontinued.
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
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
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 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
