Cadillac2002-2007 CTS Overview

Cadillac CTS Overview (2002 - 2007)

2002 - 2007

Tech Specs Summary


139 - 163 mph

4.8 - 9.3 seconds

179 - 400 hp

18 - 23.1 mpg
lb
3,759 - 3,946 lbs

12.5 - 14.8 ft3
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This generation of the Cadillac CTS was produced by the American manufacturer Cadillac between 2002 - 2007. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive Sedan. There are five power levels available from either a 2.6 L V6 gasoline engine or 5.7 L V8 gasoline engine. It has macpherson strut front suspension and multi-link rear suspension. However, some models have double wishbone front suspension.

Performance Pick

Performance Pick
Cadillac CTS-V
(2006 - 2007)
...CTS-V

If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the CTS is the Cadillac CTS-V which scores 3.5★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 400 hp and a power/weight ratio of 9.63 lb/hp it has a top speed of 163 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.8 seconds.

Practicality Pick

Practicality Pick
Cadillac CTS 2.6 V6
(2003 - 2005)
...TS 2.6 V6

If you're more interested in practicality, then the Cadillac CTS 2.6 V6 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.6★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 414 miles and can store 14.8 cubic feet of cargo.

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