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2009 Cadillac STS Features Review

March 13, 2009

FEATURES | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

confounding... frustrating and unnecessarily complicated
Edmunds

several high-tech optional features
Forbes Autos

enough to please the most demanding technophile
Kelley Blue Book

The tech lovers at TheCarConnection.com voice their approval for the 2009 Cadillac STS, which offers plenty of great features throughout.

There is absolutely no shortage of high-tech "bells and whistles" on the 2009 Cadillac STS. Cars.com reports that power front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, a keyless access system, an eight-speaker CD stereo, a power-adjustable steering wheel, and sonar rear parking sensors are all standard on the base STS Cadillac. For a few dollars more, the buyer can add a moonroof and a navigation system, as well as heated and cooled seats and a heated steering wheel.

Unfortunately, these 2009 Cadillac STS features aren't always so simple. It is necessary to wade through several levels of menu choices on the navigation screen in order to program settings. Consumer Guide notes that the STS Cadillac has "relatively few buttons" since most audio (as well as the mirror and climate controls) are now incorporated into the navigation screen, but insists that this "complicate[s] their use." Edmunds, however, points out that while Cadillac STS "controls are straightforward and easy to use," the memory setting procedure for many of the cabin controls are "confounding...frustrating and unnecessarily complicated."

New for 2009 is the announcement that the eNav system is now standard equipment and part of OnStar Turn-by Turn Navigation. Consumer Guide reports that available options for the top trim include "rear radio controls, wireless cell phone link, head-up instrument display, heated washer nozzles, [and] automatic-dimming headlights." The favorite Cadillac STS feature of reviewers at Kelley Blue Book is the optional 15-speaker Bose 5.1 Surround Sound audio system, which "delivers great sound." The base 2009 Cadillac STS model comes with an eight-speaker system.

Conclusion

The 2009 Cadillac STS offers scads of great features, though controls aren’t as great as they could be.

FEATURES | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:confounding... frustrating and unnecessarily complicatedEdmundsseveral high-tech optional featuresForbes Autosenough to please the most demanding technophileKelley Blue Book The tech lovers at TheCarConnection.com voice their approval for the 2009 Cadillac STS, which offers plenty of great features throughout. There is absolutely no shortage of high-tech "bells and whistles" on the 2009 Cadillac STS. Cars.com reports that power front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, a keyless access system, an eight-speaker CD stereo, a power-adjustable steering wheel, and sonar rear parking sensors are all standard on the base STS Cadillac. For a few dollars more, the buyer can add a moonroof and a navigation system, as well as heated and cooled seats and a heated steering wheel. Unfortunately, these 2009 Cadillac STS features aren't always so simple. It is necessary to wade through several levels of menu choices on the navigation screen in order to program settings. Consumer Guide notes that the STS Cadillac has "relatively few buttons" since most audio (as well as the mirror and climate controls) are now incorporated into the navigation screen, but insists that this "complicate[s] their use." Edmunds, however, points out that while Cadillac STS "controls are straightforward and easy to use," the memory setting procedure for many of the cabin controls are "confounding...frustrating and unnecessarily complicated." New for 2009 is the announcement that the eNav system is now standard equipment and part of OnStar Turn-by Turn Navigation. Consumer Guide reports that available options for the top trim include "rear radio controls, wireless cell phone link, head-up instrument display, heated washer nozzles, [and] automatic-dimming headlights." The favorite Cadillac STS feature of reviewers at Kelley Blue Book is the optional 15-speaker Bose 5.1 Surround Sound audio system, which "delivers great sound." The base 2009 Cadillac STS model comes with an eight-speaker system. ConclusionThe 2009 Cadillac STS offers scads of great features, though controls aren’t as great as they could be.  2009 CADILLAC STS STYLING [7 out of 10] Edmunds: " luxury buyers should be pleased with this Cadillac's generally high-class ambience" Kelley Blue Book: "edgy styling" Cars.com: "elements are in proportion" Forbes Autos: "we think it's handsome" Editors at TheCarConnection.com ...

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Other Choices:

With a choice of rear- or all-wheel drive and V-6 or V-8 engines, the 2009 Cadillac STS slots right alongside the mid-size luxury sedans from Germany and Japan, but it doesn’t have the presence or design detail of a BMW 5-Series or Mercedes E-Class inside. The base V-6 STS has perkier performance than either the E350 or the BMW 528i, though the sweet turbocharged six in the new 535i may have it beat. The E-Class more closely fits a definition of traditional luxury, with a classy appearance, while the 5-Series and M35/M45 feel sportier behind the wheel. Yet another relatively new rival is the Jaguar XJ; with a standard V-8 engine and undeniable good looks, the XF starts at a lower price than the STS V-8. The Infiniti M models have a surprisingly roomy interior—including a spacious backseat, which is somewhat hard to find in this class—but the ride isn't as settled, and road noise can be an issue. And if you're especially green, you might want to consider the E320 Bluetec diesel; it doesn’t feel tremendously sporty, but it’s quick and returns standout highway fuel economy in the mid-30s.

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