Model Year | 2013 | 2023 | |
Model | Cadillac CTS | Mercedes-Benz S-Class | |
Engine | supercharged 6.2L V8 OHV-2v 556 hp@6100 551 lb-ft@3800 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 496 hp@5500 516 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.4 in | 126.6 in | -13.2 in |
Length | 191.6 in | 208.2 in | -16.6 in |
Width | 72.5 in | 76.9 in | -4.4 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 59.2 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4255 lb. | 4762 lb. | -507 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 22.1 gal. | -4.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 42.1 in | -3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 59.6 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 41.7 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.4 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 59.0 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 0.0 in | 54.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.9 in | 43.8 in | -7.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 85.5 in (over 2 rows) | -7.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.6 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | 0.7 ft3 |
2013 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 |
2013 Cadillac CTS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 270-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Hard to get in and out of. not much head room. The material is nice. see full Cadillac CTS review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.