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2008 Cadillac DTS Review

July 22, 2008

STYLING | 7 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

The interior is perhaps the CTS' greatest improvement
Edmunds

acknowledges tradition, yet remains fresh and modern
Automobile

among the roomiest, most comfortable big sedans
ConsumerGuide Auto

The 2008 Cadillac DTS is a front-drive, full-size luxury sedan of the old-school variety. It remains the most traditional model in the Cadillac lineup, and you're as likely to see it used as an airport car, a bulletproof sedan, or transportation for the Pope or the President as you are to see it driven on the road by civilians. It's also commonly used as the basis for hearses.

The 2008 Cadillac DTS remains “a traditional large America luxury sedan,” Edmunds says. According to Car and Driver, the DTS “wears a subdued version of Cadillac's edgy new styling,” and Motor Trend agrees the DTS wears “a light dose of new-wave Caddy styling,” while Cars.com thinks “the new model's styling evokes Cadillac's STS sedan.” Kelley Blue Book says its styling "ties it to the DeVilles of the past." Automedia reports “vertical headlights and taillamps, accompanied by an egg-crate-pattern grille” are part of the heritage cues, while the “more architectural, linear” appearance also sees improvements, such as LED taillamps. Buyers can opt for a tradition, stand-up wreath-and-crest hood ornament, they add.

Edmunds praises its "more-refined exterior styling" and a "greatly improved interior design and quality" that has "more curves in the right places." Large gauges and a tall center stack on the dashboard with a touch-screen video display are the hallmarks of the dash, along with lots of wood veneer. Motor Trend observes the DTS “benefits from the use of more premium materials.” Automedia says, “Even if the DTS lacks a vibrant personality, it exudes a certain luxurious yet homespun appeal.” Edmunds concludes, “Overall, the cabin is handsome and most controls are simple to use -- no small feat given the large number of high-tech features.”

Conclusion

The 2008 Cadillac DTS remains a traditional luxury car, with a few concessions to modern style.

STYLING | 7 out of 10Expert Quotes:The interior is perhaps the CTS' greatest improvementEdmundsacknowledges tradition, yet remains fresh and modernAutomobileamong the roomiest, most comfortable big sedansConsumerGuide Auto The 2008 Cadillac DTS is a front-drive, full-size luxury sedan of the old-school variety. It remains the most traditional model in the Cadillac lineup, and you're as likely to see it used as an airport car, a bulletproof sedan, or transportation for the Pope or the President as you are to see it driven on the road by civilians. It's also commonly used as the basis for hearses. The 2008 Cadillac DTS remains “a traditional large America luxury sedan,” Edmunds says. According to Car and Driver, the DTS “wears a subdued version of Cadillac's edgy new styling,” and Motor Trend agrees the DTS wears “a light dose of new-wave Caddy styling,” while Cars.com thinks “the new model's styling evokes Cadillac's STS sedan.” Kelley Blue Book says its styling "ties it to the DeVilles of the past." Automedia reports “vertical headlights and taillamps, accompanied by an egg-crate-pattern grille” are part of the heritage cues, while the “more architectural, linear” appearance also sees improvements, such as LED taillamps. Buyers can opt for a tradition, stand-up wreath-and-crest hood ornament, they add. Edmunds praises its "more-refined exterior styling" and a "greatly improved interior design and quality" that has "more curves in the right places." Large gauges and a tall center stack on the dashboard with a touch-screen video display are the hallmarks of the dash, along with lots of wood veneer. Motor Trend observes the DTS “benefits from the use of more premium materials.” Automedia says, “Even if the DTS lacks a vibrant personality, it exudes a certain luxurious yet homespun appeal.” Edmunds concludes, “Overall, the cabin is handsome and most controls are simple to use -- no small feat given the large number of high-tech features.” ConclusionThe 2008 Cadillac DTS remains a traditional luxury car, with a few concessions to modern style.  2008 CADILLAC DTS STYLING | [7 out of 10] Edmunds: "The interior is perhaps the CTS' greatest improvement" Automobile: "acknowledges tradition, yet remains fresh and modern" ConsumerGuide Auto: "among the roomiest, most comfortable big sedans " The 2008 Cadillac DTS is a ...

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Other Choices:

In this class of cars, the competition is far from fierce. Lincoln's Town Car is the old man on the totem pole, and Ford likely will cancel the model in the near future--it's mostly sold as a fleet car, anyway. The Buick Lucerne shares its underbody and running gear with the Cadillac DTS, but you may prefer its styling. Chrysler sells a long-wheelbase version of its 300 sedan that sports more rear legroom, but it's still primarily a five-seater, and its interior isn't as nicely finished as the Cadillac.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By L. Tong #1, Posted: 12/2/2008

    Retiree

    We may have bought that ODD DTS. Ours appear to be noiser than the 2002 Deville we had; the catch for the rear seat beats are too short for the passenger to easily attach; between 25-30 mps transmission noise is distinctly heard; passenger light behind driver not operating...

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