2011 Cadillac STS

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Key Specs

of the 2011 Cadillac STS. Base trim shown.

  • Body Type:
    Sedan See similar vehicles
  • Combined MPG:
    22 Combined MPG
  • Engine:
    302-hp, 3.6-liter V-6 (regular gas)
  • Drivetrain:
    Rear-wheel Drive
  • Transmission:
    6-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual
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Our Take

From the Cars.com Vehicle Test Team

The Good

  • Acceleration
  • Handling
  • Highway ride
  • Child-seat accommodations

The Bad

  • Some low-rent controls
  • Confusing navigation system
  • Below-average reliability
  • Small trunk opening

Notable Features of the 2011 Cadillac STS

  • 302-hp V-6
  • V-8 engines discontinued
  • RWD or AWD
  • Available lane departure warning system
  • Available blind spot warning system

2011 Cadillac STS Overview

By Cars.com Editors
Vehicle Overview

Cadillac's midsize sport sedan, the STS, features a powerful V-6 and a variety of high-tech safety options. The STS competes with the BMW 5 Series, Lincoln MKS and Hyundai Genesis.

New for 2011
The V-8 has been dropped, and the STS gets free standard scheduled oil changes, tire rotations, replacement of engine and cabin air filters, and multipoint vehicle inspection for four years or 50,000 miles through Cadillac's Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance program.

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. The optional Platinum Edition Package adds special badging and 18-inch chrome wheels. Exterior features include:

  • 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 suedelike ceiling. Interior features include:

  • Optional head-up display projects vehicle speed and other selectable readouts on the windshield
  • 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 ...

Vehicle Overview

Cadillac's midsize sport sedan, the STS, features a powerful V-6 and a variety of high-tech safety options. The STS competes with the BMW 5 Series, Lincoln MKS and Hyundai Genesis.

New for 2011
The V-8 has been dropped, and the STS gets free standard scheduled oil changes, tire rotations, replacement of engine and cabin air filters, and multipoint vehicle inspection for four years or 50,000 miles through Cadillac's Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance program.

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. The optional Platinum Edition Package adds special badging and 18-inch chrome wheels. Exterior features include:

  • 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 suedelike ceiling. Interior features include:

  • Optional head-up display projects vehicle speed and other selectable readouts on the windshield
  • 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 STS' 3.6-liter V-6 has direct injection and produces 302 horsepower and 272 pounds-feet of torque. It uses a six-speed automatic transmission. An optional performance package includes four-piston calipers with larger brake discs, among other tweaks.

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





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Consumer Reviews

4.6
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(4.8)
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(4.6)
Interior Design
(4.3)
Comfort
(4.7)
Reliability
(4.6)
Value For The Money
(4.6)

What Drivers Are Saying

(5.0)

A purchase I never regretted

by Jerry from Oakridge, TX on May 19, 2018

Owned for 6.5 years and very very happy with it. Changed my view and understanding of owning a Caddy... at least until I tried to buy one from Central Cadillac. But that's another story- stay away ... Read full review

(5.0)

Agility with comfort

by One of many Smiths from Houston, TX on December 19, 2017

The vehicle is nice, and comfortable. It met my needs when I needed to travel through the city traffic. Read full review

Safety & Recalls

Recalls

The 2011 Cadillac STS currently has 0 recalls

Crash and Rollover Test Ratings

The 2011 Cadillac STS has not been tested.

Manufacturer Warranties

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New Car Program Benefits

  • Bumper-to-Bumper

    48 months / 50,000 miles

  • Powertrain

    60 months / 100,000 miles

  • Roadside Assistance

    60 months / 100,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned Program Benefits

  • Maximum Age/Mileage

    Less than 75,000 miles

  • Basic Warranty Terms

    12 months/12,000-mile bumper-to-bumper (2012-2017 models)

  • Powertrain warranty

    6 years/100,000 miles (2012-2017 models)

  • Dealer Certification Required

    172-point inspection

  • Roadside Assistance

    Yes

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Cars.com Car Seat Check

Certified child passenger safety technicians conduct hands-on tests of a car’s Latch system and check the vehicle’s ability to accommodate different types of car seats. The STS received the following grades on a scale of A-F.*
* This score may not apply to all trims, especially for vehicles with multiple body styles that affect the space and design of the seating.

Warranty FAQs

What is a Bumper-to-Bumper warranty?

Often called a basic warranty or new-vehicle warranty, a bumper-to-bumper policy covers components like air conditioning, audio systems, vehicle sensors, fuel systems and major electrical components. Most policies exclude regular maintenance like fluid top offs and oil changes, but a few brands have separate free-maintenance provisions, and those that do offer them is slowly rising. Bumper-to-bumper warranties typically expire faster than powertrain warranties.

What is a Powertrain warranty?

Don't be misled a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty doesn't promise a decade of free repairs for your car. It typically covers just the engine and transmission, along with any other moving parts that lead to the wheels, like the driveshaft and constant velocity joints. Some automakers also bundle seat belts and airbags into their powertrain warranties. With a few exceptions, powertrain warranties don't cover regular maintenance like engine tuneups and tire rotations.

What is included in Roadside Assistance?

Some automakers include roadside assistance with their bumper-to-bumper or powertrain warranties, while others have separate policies. These programs cover anything from flat-tire changes and locksmith services to jump-starts and towing. Few reimburse incidental costs like motel rooms (if you have to wait for repairs).

What other services could be included in a warranty?

Some automakers include free scheduled maintenance for items such as oil changes, air filters and tire rotations. Some include consumables including brake pads and windshield wipers; others do not. They are typically for the first couple of years of ownership of a new car.

What does CPO mean?

A certified pre-owned or CPO car has been inspected to meet minimum quality standards and typically includes some type of warranty. While dealers and third parties certify cars, the gold standard is an automaker-certified vehicle that provides a factory-backed warranty, often extending the original coverage. Vehicles must be in excellent condition and have low miles and wear to be certified, which is why off-lease vehicles feed many CPO programs.

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