2013 Cadillac CTS-V vs. Its Competition

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Nelson Ireson

Jul 27, 2012

Though it's closer in size to the next class up of German and Japanese cars, the Cadillac CTS-V is priced on par with the more compact alternatives.

The Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG, for example, offers similar levels of style and handling, but with significantly less horsepower.

Lexus's IS-F is likewise close on paper, but comes up short on power and on comfort in the real world.

Audi's S4 uses a considerably less-powerful supercharged V-6, but offers a very well-executed interior and more subdued, but still sporty, exterior design.

The BMW M3 is even more razor-edged than the CTS-V when it comes to handling, and it's very quick, but it gives up nearly 140 horsepower and some rear-seat space.

The Infiniti G37 IPL is a relative newcomer, and like the Audi S4, it's significantly outclassed in terms of power, though being lighter and smaller, it is also nimbler than the Cadillac.

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8.2 / 10 TCC Rating If you're looking for Corvette fun wrapped in Cadillac luxury and comfort, with an added dose of practicality, the 2013 CTS-V is your answer.	8.2 / 10 TCC Rating For those who like what they see in the pert Audi A4 sport sedan but want an emphasis on the 'sport'—without giving up any practicality—the 2012 Audi S4 is the way to go.	8.6 / 10 TCC Rating Despite the weight gain, the BMW M3's still one of the most stunning performance vehicles we've driven.	7.8 / 10 TCC Rating Forget that the 2012 Infiniti G Sedans are somewhat practical four-door designs; they can provide all the sensory thrills and dynamic satisfaction of full-fledged sports cars.	7.8 / 10 TCC Rating The 2012 Lexus IS F is a unique take on the luxury/performance formula, and will appeal to those that find the Germans too performance-focused.	8.2 / 10 TCC Rating With a new base four-cylinder engine, the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class makes even more sense for value-conscious (yet image-conscious) luxury shoppers.
MSRP From
$63,215	$47,300	$60,100	$36,900	$61,300	$34,800
Gas Mileage
14 MPG City / 19 MPG Hwy	18 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy	13 MPG City / 20 MPG Hwy	17 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy	16 MPG City / 23 MPG Hwy	15 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy
Engine
Gas V8	Gas Supercharged V6	Gas V8	Gas V6	Gas V8	Turbocharged Gas I4
EPA Class
Subcompact Cars	Compact Cars	Subcompact Cars	Midsize Cars	Sub-Compact	Compact
Style Name
2-Door Coupe	4-Door Sedan Manual Premium Plus	2-Door Coupe	4-Door Journey RWD	4-Door Sedan	4-Door Sedan C250 Sport RWD
Drivetrain
Rear Wheel Drive	All wheel drive	Rear Wheel Drive	Rear-Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive	Rear Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity
4	5	4	5	4	5
Passenger Doors
N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Body Style
2 Door Coupe	Sedan	Coupe	4 Door Sedan	Sedan	4 Door Sedan
Transmission
Manual	Manual	Manual	Automatic w/OD	Automatic w/manual shift	Automatic