2005 Cadillac CTS Consumer Reviews
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(115 Total Reviews)
Loads of Fun!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
Review
This is my first Cadillac, although my parents have had several over the years so I am familiar with them. I am 37 yrs old and absolutely love this car! I have the 3.6L V6 and it gets about 26 mpg highway and 19 mpg city. I average about 24 mpg and I step into the pedal quite often. It did have to go back to the dealer at about 3000 miles when the car started pulling to the left for no apparent reason. It took 2 trips to the dealer, but they figured out it was a failed steering gear and replaced it under warranty. Overall, this car is superb!
Favorite Features
Exterior looks, performance, handling. I love the programmable steering wheel buttons and the customizable stereo. The heated seats are really nice.
Suggested Improvements
Please recess or redesign the steering wheel volume knob. It is too easy to bump it now. Ventilated front seats would be awesome! Larger rims (like the CTS-V) would really dress this work of art up.
Good Bye Lincoln (For Now)
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I purchased my 2005 CTS V6 3.6L Hi Feature several months ago. I still can't stop looking at it. The design is very eye catching and has practical aerodynamic application. The interior is designed well. The control panel is easy to get to and manipulate. The bucket seats keep me comfortable during my long drives. The navigation system has saved me more than once. The handling is very stiff and sporty. I was surprised at the turn radius. After driving a Lincoln LS for several years, I would have to say that this is a slight step up.
Favorite Features
The body stylilng is sleek and very appealing. The leather seats and wood accents are great. I really like the stereo system,Bose speakers and the Nav system. The handling and performance at speeds of 70mph plus are great.
Suggested Improvements
The only issues I have is the body composition (too much plastic) and the pick up. I don't get the G's when I do a hard acceleration (V8's may provide a different experience).
13 out 13 people found this review helpful
Nice Car, but Still Some Things to Improve
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (2.8L 6cyl 6M)
Review
The CTS has a small turning radius and good traction, even in rainy days. It also has very good braking performance. Its acceleration is not very impressive, but maybe it is due to the heavy weight. Its fuel efficiency is so so. Its ride is comfortable, except that the engine noise is quite loud. Its quality is OK, except for a problem with the automatic window.
Favorite Features
The exterior design, traction control, and small turning radius.
Suggested Improvements
The interior design, engine noise, and fuel efficiency.
3 out 6 people found this review helpful
GM Does it Right!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
Review
This car is done right. From comfort, to performance, to reliability, to quality, it is the best American car on the market. It is the best car I have ever owned. I have never considered buying the same model car twice, but I can't wait to buy my next CTS. The CTS rocks!
Favorite Features
Performance, performance, performance.
Suggested Improvements
It should have a telescoping steering column, an iPod connection, and front seat cell phone connection (cigarette lighter) on the lower dash, not in the change holder (ash tray).
5 out 5 people found this review helpful
Not too Great for a Cadillac
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 7 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 3 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 7 | Reliability: | 3 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
Review
It has been many years since I have had a new vehicle spend so much time in the shop. Almost immediately I had problems with the rear end. They performed a bulletin on it but it was back in the shop a few weeks after with the same problem. Then they replaced the whole rear end. Next it was check engine lights. Then they replaced the gas tank. Next the rear end problem came back. Then came more check engine light problems. And then less intrusive problems started happening like the finish chipping off the most used control knobs, problems with the driver's power seat, problems with the nav system. I was ultimately pretty disappointed in this great looking Cadillac.
Favorite Features
The looks, handling, and power.
Suggested Improvements
Fix the engineering problems with the rear end, use better quality materials on the dashboard, improve the gas mileage.
4 out 5 people found this review helpful
The best i've driven
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
Review
What I like most is the modern, stilish design and beyond all this car's stability. It is a real experience to drive. I have never had a better car to drive and park in tough spots. Its' turning radius is excellent.
Favorite Features
Turning radius and manageability.
Suggested Improvements
The internal confort should be improved.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Love this Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
Review
I have owned this vehicle for a little over a year and I never get tired of looking at it or driving it. This car makes driving fun and safe at the same time. She has terrific acceleration when needed, has responsive handling on turns, and stops with control. In teaching my daughter how to drive she accidentally put her foot on the gas at a red light taking us dangerously close to the intersection, she then slammed on the brakes, the car never lost it's footing, all the safty features kicked in, ABS, stability control, and traction control. We avoided an accident. I now have signed her up for driving lessons. GM thank you for making safety sexy.
Favorite Features
My favorite features are the the steering wheel stereo controls and how the navigation system is easy to use.
Suggested Improvements
Please recess the volume wheel on the steering wheel. Also front wheel drive with the option of four wheel drive would be the best.
1 out 1 people found this review helpful
Happily Surprised by GM
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
Review
This is my first Cadillac. I am absolutely delighted with this car. It came with no defects, and rides like a dream. My German friends tell me that it rides better than a BMW. It holds the road, without the extra suspension package. It does not dip in curves. It has terrific road feel, but still is very comfortable inside. It has lots of room for passengers, including tall ones. The CTS has good trunk space. Highway driving is a pleasure and city driving great. With the 3.8L engine it has very good pickup, lots of power under the hood. IT has good acceleration on hills. My gas mileage has been 21.3 overall, which is unexpectedly good. The radio is a dream with 8 Bose speakers. The cooling has separate controls for driver and passenger, more than enough. I'm hooked.
Favorite Features
I love to drive this car. It is a four-door sedan that drives like a sports car, feels like a dream, and seats everyone comfortably inside. Turn on the XM satellite radio, and take it for a spin. Save on gasoline, but not on power.
Suggested Improvements
Improvements? Not that I can think of.
2 out 2 people found this review helpful
CTS meet expectation
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 8 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
Review
This particular model is great-looking, easy and very comfortable to drive. I'd get the larger engine only if needed. It's a nice riding auto!
Favorite Features
The automatic seat control system.
Suggested Improvements
Keep up the stylish looks and comfortable ride!
Great Car
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 6 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Cadillac CTS 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6M)
Review
The 2005 Cadillac CTS rides great and looks great. It needs better tires though. The Goodyears that mine came with had to be replaced at 18,000 miles.
Favorite Features
Performance
Suggested Improvements
It needs more standard equipment, like agarage door opener. My Trailblazer has more options.
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