2013 Cadillac CTS vs. Its Competition
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The original Cadillac CTS broke the European domination of the entry-luxury class, and the second-generation model, its latest example the 2013 CTS, continues the foray.
German and Japanese alternatives remain strong alternatives, however, including the likes of the Audi A4, which has a larger back seat in its latest generation, and a very well-executed interior.
BMW's 3-Series is all-new this year, and it brings a turbo four-cylinder engine and excellent fuel economy along with very good dynamics and a comely interior.
The Mercedes-Benz C-Class also now offers a turbo four, and while it lacks the dynamics of the 3-Series, it is somewhat more comfortable, and in some ways, more luxurious.
The Lexus IS is more sedately styled than the CTS, but its interior is just as well-finished.
The Infiniti G37 is something of a Japanese equivalent to the CTS, with very good dynamics, even more available power, and a well-finished interior that just slightly misses the mark.
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Strikingly handsome, fun to drive, well-built, and competitive on pricing and features, the 2013 Cadillac CTS continues the brand's good reputation. | The 2012 Audi A4 provides an engaging driving experience, impressive in-cabin technology, and surprisingly great fuel efficiency—making it a good everyday driver among premium sedans. | The 2012 BMW 3-Series delivers the class-leading sport-sedan performance and handling enthusiasts have come to expect, yet it makes substantial improvements in fuel-efficiency, active safety, and connectivity. | 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. | The 2012 Lexus IS 350 and IS 350 aren't as focused and fun to drive as sport sedans from BMW or Infiniti, though especially in F Sport guise they still look great. | 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 | |||||
| $38,905 | $32,500 | $34,900 | $36,900 | $40,220 | $34,800 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 18 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 21 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||||
| Gas V6 | Turbocharged Gas I4 | Turbocharged Gas I4 | Gas V6 | Gas V6 | Turbocharged Gas I4 |
| EPA Class | |||||
| Subcompact Cars | Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Midsize Cars | Sub-Compact | Compact |
| Style Name | |||||
| 2dr Coupe RWD | 4dr Sedan CVT FrontTrak 2.0T Prestige | 4dr Sedan 328i RWD | 4dr Journey RWD | 4dr Sedan RWD | 4dr Sedan C250 Sport RWD |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear-Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||||
| 2 Door Coupe | Sedan | Sedan | 4 Door Sedan | Sedan | 4 Door Sedan |
| Transmission | |||||
| Automatic | Continuously Variable Ratio | Manual | Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/manual shift | Automatic |
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