Model Year | 2014 | 2017 | |
Model | Cadillac CTS | Mercedes-Benz GLS | |
Engine | turbocharged 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 420 hp@5750 430 lb-ft@3500 |
turbocharged 5.5L V8 DOHC-4v 577 hp@5500 561 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.4 in | 121.1 in | -7.7 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 202.0 in | -10.4 in |
Width | 72.6 in | 76.1 in | -3.5 in |
Height | 59.1 in | 72.8 in | -13.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4140 lb. | 5754 lb. | -1614 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -8.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 41.2 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 58.5 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.3 in | 2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 40.0 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 58.3 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 38.5 in | -2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.9 in | -38.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.0 in | -35 in |
Total Legroom | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | -35.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 25.0 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | 9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 25.0 | 49.4 ft3 | -24.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 93.8 ft3 | -35.8 ft3 |
2014 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The first two generations of the CTS were "in between" cars larger than a BMW 3-Series but more compact than a BMW 5-Series. Contented and priced like the former, they weren't pitched as competitors to the latter. With the third-generation sedan this has changed. The new CTS leaves the 3er for the ATS and goes head-to-head with the 5er. However, the 2014's exterior and interior are only a bit more expansive than those of the 2008-2013 car. Also, the rear doors do not open wide enough for easy entry. You'll still find a roomier, more comfortable, easier to access rear seat in the 5-Series, even if the official specs suggest otherwise. see full Cadillac CTS review |
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