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Cadillac CTS vs. Lexus ES
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On this page: The Internet's most balanced and thorough car price and features comparison between the Cadillac CTS and Lexus ES. Including:
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Specifications Comparison | |||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | |
| Model | CTS | ES | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Wheelbase | 113.4 | 109.3 | |
| Length | 191.6 | 191.1 | |
| Width | 72.5 | 71.1 | |
| Height | 58.0 | 57.1 | |
| Curb Weight | 3872 | 3580 | |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 | 18.5 | |
| R1 Headroom | 38.8 | 37.4 | |
| R1 Shoulder Room | 56.7 | 57.3 | |
| R1 Hip Room | 55.1 | 55.9 | |
| R1 Legroom | 42.4 | 42.2 | |
| R2 Headroom | 37.2 | 36.8 | |
| R2 Shoulder Room | 54.7 | 56.3 | |
| R2 Hip Room | 54.1 | 52.8 | |
| R2 Legroom | 35.9 | 35.9 | |
| Cargo Volume | 13.6 | 14.7 | |
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : Cadillac CTS vs. Lexus ESThe sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices. | |||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | CTS | CTS | ES |
| Trim | Performance 3.6 | Premium 3.6 | 350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $42,525 | $48,620 | $34,800 |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | $1,300 | $1,300 | |
| Compact spare tire | $250 | $250 | |
| Navigation System | $2,145 | ||
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | $4,065 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $500 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $900 | ||
| Performance Luxury Package | $2,855 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $750 | ||
| Satellite radio | $486 | ||
| Ultra Luxury Package | $3,535 | ||
| Total options | $8,200 | $1,550 | $8,586 |
| Destination | $825 | $825 | $875 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Net Price | $51,550 | $50,995 | $44,261 |
| Over MinimumThe difference between a trim and its model's lowest-priced trim. | $555 | $0 | $0 |
| Lowest Net Price | ES 350 4dr Sedan | ||
| Difference | $6,734 | ||
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Invoice Comparison : Cadillac CTS vs. Lexus ESDealer cost before holdback, bonuses, advertising fees, and such. Also before adjusting for remaining feature differences.Models that are not in demand can often be purchased at or a few hundred dollars over these prices. | |||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | CTS | CTS | ES |
| Trim | Performance 3.6 | Premium 3.6 | 350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Invoice | $40,052 | $45,781 | $31,553 |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | $1,144 | $1,144 | |
| Compact spare tire | $220 | $220 | |
| Navigation System | $1,888 | ||
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | $3,320 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $400 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $792 | ||
| Performance Luxury Package | $2,512 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $660 | ||
| Satellite radio | $389 | ||
| Ultra Luxury Package | $2,828 | ||
| Total options | $7,216 | $1,364 | $6,937 |
| Destination | $825 | $825 | $875 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Net Invoice | $48,093 | $47,970 | $39,365 |
| Over MinimumThe difference between a trim and its model's lowest-priced trim. | $123 | $0 | $0 |
| Lowest Net Invoice | ES 350 4dr Sedan | ||
| Difference | $8,605 | ||
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Feature Comparison : Cadillac CTS vs. Lexus ESAdjusts for unshared features -- values in parentheses These are features on some but not all of the displayed trim lines.In parentheses are the values assigned to these features by TrueDelta or, optionally, by you. | |||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | CTS | CTS | ES |
| Trim | Performance 3.6 | Premium 3.6 | 350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 304hp V6 | 304hp V6 | 272hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 ($1100) | T6 ($1100) | T6 ($1100) |
| Drivetrain | RWD ($0) | RWD ($0) | FWD ($0) |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City / Highway) | 18 / 27 | 18 / 27 | 19 / 27 |
| Tires (rear if not equal) | 235/50-18 | 235/50-18 | 215/55-17 |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 10 | 300, 10 | 300, 14 |
| Accessories | |||
| Power sunshade, rear ($225) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Package |
| Remote start ($150) | Package | Standard | Not incl. |
| Remote window/roof operation ($50) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist ($0) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Compact spare tire ($75) | Option | Option | Not incl. |
| Front seat active head restraints ($50) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Full-size spare tire ($225) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Package |
| Knee bag, driver ($100) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Knee bag, passenger ($100) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Obstacle detection, front ($150) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Package |
| Rear side airbags ($300) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Rearview monitor ($200) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Package |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net ($40) | Standard | Standard | Not incl. |
| Overhead sunglass holder ($25) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Rear seat pass-through ($100) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | |||
| Automatic air recirculation ($100) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| CD changer, in-dash ($325) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Package |
| CD player ($125) | Standard | Standard | Not incl. |
| iPod integration ($150) | Standard | Standard | Not incl. |
| Media hard drive ($200) | Standard | Standard | Not incl. |
| Rain-sensing wipers ($175) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation ($400) | Standard | Standard | Not incl. |
| Traffic information system ($200) | Package | Standard | Not incl. |
| Travel information system ($300) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Package |
| Variable intermittent wipers ($75) | Standard | Standard | Not incl. |
| Water-repellent front-door glass ($15) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse ($25) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Standard |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Folding second row ($300) | Package | Standard | Not incl. |
| Memory system, passenger first row ($150) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Package |
| Power thigh support, driver first row ($100) | Not incl. | Not incl. | Package |
| Upholstered instrument panel ($300) | Standard | Standard | Not incl. |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels ($350) | Not incl. | Standard | Not incl. |
| Polished alloy wheels ($700) | Option | Not incl. | Package |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) ($0) | Standard | Standard | Not incl. |
| Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total. | -$350 | -$0 | -$1,050 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison : Cadillac CTS vs. Lexus ESThese are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison. | |||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | CTS | CTS | ES |
| Trim | Performance 3.6 | Premium 3.6 | 350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Net Price (from Price table) | $51,550 | $50,995 | $44,261 |
| Adjustment (from Feature table) | -$350 | -$0 | -$1,050 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Price | $51,200 | $50,995 | $43,211 |
| Over MinimumThe difference between a trim and its model's lowest-priced trim. | $205 | $0 | $0 |
| Net Invoice (from Invoice table) | $48,093 | $47,970 | $39,365 |
| Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices. | -$327 | -$0 | -$934 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Invoice | $47,766 | $47,970 | $38,431 |
| Over MinimumThe difference between a trim and its model's lowest-priced trim. | $0 | $204 | $0 |
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice | ES 350 4dr Sedan | ||
| TrueDelta Price Difference | $7,784 | ||
| TrueDelta Invoice Difference | $9,335 | ||
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Notes
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
The "TrueDelta Value Comparison" figures optionally include rebates available to the general public in the Chicago area (e.g. they include bonuses from finance subsidiaries but not those for current owners or the military) and adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players.
Usually the base prices, options, and packages you see here match those on the window stickers. However, in some cases these have been restructured to simplify the database and calculations. These modifictions have no impact on the "total" and "net" figures.
Writers: Please acknowledge TrueDelta.com when using these figures.
