2003 Cadillac CTS Consumer Reviews Page 3
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The Worst Mistake I Ever Made
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)
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I have owned this car 4 months. The following is a list of problems. (keep in mind that I bought it from the Cadillac dealer in my town). *Indicates that I have brought it in multiple times for the same issue. -Passenger side electrical not working. -Cracked valve in engine (2.5 week repair) *Power steering rod needed to be replaced. *Cruise control shuts off. *Stability system constantly engages. *Sunroof opens, closes, adjusts, on own. *Trunk pops open on own. *Knocking noise in front end. *Breaks sometimes don't work when traveling at high speeds. -Odometer reads that I have driven 10k miles in the 3 months that I've been driving. Absolutley wrong!
Favorite Features
Interior design.
Suggested Improvements
Start over. Take some pointers from our foreign competitors. I am hiring an attorney.
Cadillac CTS
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 1 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 1 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
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2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)
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My 2003 Cadillac CTS has been having problems every since I brought it in 2002. Now it's having engine problems. I bought a lemon.
Favorite Features
The shape, style, and design.
Suggested Improvements
Better performance, better parts under the hood, and better safety features.
1 out 2 people found this review helpful
Love my caddy
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)
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I was apprehensive about buying the car b/c I know the catera was such a dud. But the cadillac certified warranty and the $12K in depreciation convinced me to buy this car used. I have had no problems with it. Best fit and finish I have ever seen on American car, very tight panel gaps. Handling is on par w/ 535 bimmer I once had and absolutely blows it away off the line. Gets front rowed every time I valet. Interior is a little tight but very warm with full wood pkg. Love the bose/nav radio. hate the traction control and stabilitrac systems, they take away from the fun factor of having RWD. also needs a hand brake instead of foot brake.
Favorite Features
Exterior style, very good performance
Suggested Improvements
More power, override for stabilitrac system, hand brake to replace pedal
Awesome
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
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2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)
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I saw the 2003 Cadillac CTS on TV and said "that's what I'm buying." I leased one a month later and love it. My lease is up in November 2005. I am purchasing a 2005 model without even a test drive. The only thing that I do not like is the Goodyear tires. They wore very badly even with proper rotation.
Favorite Features
Everything else.
Suggested Improvements
Add a larger glovebox and better tires.
Fun Time
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
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2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)
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Have used as everyday car. Its fun, travels well and has had no problems at all. Wish I had bough this car sooner. Handles well, looks great and is a blast to drive. Plenty of trunk space for single guy.
Favorite Features
Handles great, great gas useage and dependablity.
Suggested Improvements
Slightly larger motor or horsepower. Upgrade on the stereo for better sound.
Best Car Ever
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)
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I love my 2003 Cadillac CTS. I have had no problems with it. It is fun to drive and handles great. It is a little light on horse power, but it looks like they have corrected that in the newer models.
Favorite Features
Styling , performance and comfort.
Suggested Improvements
Add a more powerful engine.
Cadillac is back
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)
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What can you say... Cadillac is back. I give my 2003 Cadillac CTS five stars all around. It blows away the imports. I have never had any problems with this car. It is a blast to Drive. I cant wait to get the V-Series. I cant imagine anybody not loving this car or having any problems. It is simply the best.
Favorite Features
Its looks and performance.
Suggested Improvements
Are my problems yours too?
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 2 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
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2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)
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Bought my Cadillac CTS in March 2004. I love the design but hate the dependability. I have been in the shop 4 different times with the same problem: the engine light goes on and there is no power (the car hesitates). The dealership has been wonderful but can't find a problem!!?? I am paying for a Cadillac, but driving a loaner more often (30 days +) I am thinking of looking at the Lemon Law quickly to get out of this mistake before we are out of warranty. I shouldn't have purchased a first year model I guess. But I must say the dealership has been wonderful.
Favorite Features
Exterior, Interior....fun to drive when it isn't in the shop.
Suggested Improvements
reliability
Fun to drive
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)
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Fun to drive vehicle with excellent build quality. Tight suspension, but not uncomfortable. Holds to the road.
Favorite Features
Suggested Improvements
Solid car - no problems
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
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2003 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.2L 6cyl 5M)
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My 2003 Cadillac CTS is a good car. I purchased it two years ago with the Luxury and Sport packages. I really can't complain about anything, other than the fact that the plastic caps on the wheel lugs fell off (dealer/warranty fixed). Other than this I have not experienced any mechanical problems in 20,000 miles. For those who want an American car, this is a serious competitor for the German imports.
Favorite Features
Exterior styling. HID headlights. Memory package.
Suggested Improvements
Add clearance to lift driver's windshield wiper up to clean windshield without having to turn on wipers. Add adjustable lumbar support.
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