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2009 Cadillac CTS Safety Review

February 23, 2009

SAFETY | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

Four stars frontal for the driver, five stars in all other tests
NHTSA

Top "good" ratings in all tests
IIHS

The Cadillac CTS got one star short of a perfect score in the federal government’s frontal crash test but aced all other tests with flying colors.

When shoppers compare the CTS, they’ll find that all the expected safety features are there, including electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes, side curtain airbags, and front side airbags. Some models offer rear side airbags as an option, though not on the CTS.

Conclusion

Like its competitors, the 2009 Cadillac CTS gets high marks in safety, but it isn’t a differentiating factor.

SAFETY | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:Four stars frontal for the driver, five stars in all other testsNHTSATop "good" ratings in all testsIIHS The Cadillac CTS got one star short of a perfect score in the federal government’s frontal crash test but aced all other tests with flying colors. When shoppers compare the CTS, they’ll find that all the expected safety features are there, including electronic stability control, anti-lock brakes, side curtain airbags, and front side airbags. Some models offer rear side airbags as an option, though not on the CTS. ConclusionLike its competitors, the 2009 Cadillac CTS gets high marks in safety, but it isn’t a differentiating factor. 2009 CADILLAC CTS STYLING | [8 out of 10] Cars.com: “the front end can come off as a bit busy” CNET: “...headlights and taillights sport unique, vertical light pipes that will easily identify the car at night...” Edmunds: “…interiors from BMW and Mercedes seem cold and austere in ...

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  1. styling
  2. performance
  3. quality
  4. safety
  5. features

Other Choices:

The CTS is offered with two different engines like the C-Class, 3 Series, and IS, and though the stronger of the two V-6s is the best choice, the difference isn’t so pronounced as for some rivals. The turbocharged 335i has much faster acceleration and the G37 has even crisper handling. Nearly all of its competition comes in a more traditional luxury shape, with the C-Class best matching the CTS on features. The CTS is larger and heavier than its competitive set, which hampers acceleration and handling, although the CTS has very well-balanced handling and an especially well-tuned Stabilitrak stability control system.

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Comments (2 total)

  1. By DARLENE #1, Posted: 7/9/2009

    i bought my dream car which is a 2009 cadillac cts but it turns out im not so happy with it i have had many problems with it and keep taking it back to the dealer only to be made to feel like its my fault that things are wrong with the car.

  2. By  Kingoftheroad88 #2, Posted: 10/8/2009

    I drove the car several times. What can I say - pefect design, elegant cockpit, nice behavior on the road. Noticed no minuses.

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