Cadillac CTS AWD

20082019 · 19 configurations

Lowest
20
Average
21
Best
24

The Cadillac CTS AWD has been tested by the EPA across 19 different configurations spanning model years 2008 through 2019. Over this period, the CTS AWD has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 20 MPG to 24 MPG, with an overall average of 21 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2019
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$2,900212924MPG
2019
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Regular
$2,850182621MPG
2018
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Regular
$2,700192722MPG
2018
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$2,900212924MPG
2017
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Regular
$2,700192722MPG
2017
2L 4-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$2,900212924MPG
2014
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182621MPG
2013
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182621MPG
2013
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182621MPG
2012
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182621MPG
2012
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182621MPG
2011
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182621MPG
2011
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182621MPG
2010
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182721MPG
2010
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$2,850182621MPG
2009
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,000172620MPG
2009
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,000172520MPG
2008
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,000172520MPG
2008
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S6)Regular
$3,000172620MPG

Historical Efficiency

2019
24
2018
24
2017
24
2014
21
2013
21
2012
21
2011
21
2010
21
2009
20
2008
20

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (CTS AWD) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Cadillac CTS AWD. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Cadillac Cadillac CTS/CTC grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
471
Total Deaths
272

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
12.7%
Fire Occurrence
5.5%
Speeding Involved
24.2%
DUI Involved
23.1%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

76%
Front
15%
Side
10%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes55
Fatalities
33
Deaths/Crash
0.60
2022
Fatal Crashes48
Fatalities
27
Deaths/Crash
0.56
2021
Fatal Crashes70
Fatalities
47
Deaths/Crash
0.67
2020
Fatal Crashes48
Fatalities
35
Deaths/Crash
0.73
2019
Fatal Crashes46
Fatalities
32
Deaths/Crash
0.70
2018
Fatal Crashes45
Fatalities
24
Deaths/Crash
0.53
2017
Fatal Crashes46
Fatalities
26
Deaths/Crash
0.57
2016
Fatal Crashes47
Fatalities
15
Deaths/Crash
0.32
2015
Fatal Crashes39
Fatalities
20
Deaths/Crash
0.51
2014
Fatal Crashes27
Fatalities
13
Deaths/Crash
0.48

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

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Historical Severity Timeline

2017
2
2014
4
2013
1
2012
1
2011
1
2009
3
2008
2
Critical
Moderate
Advisory