Cadillac DeVille eighth generation

Cadillac DeVille eighth generation
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The Cadillac DeVille eighth generation (2000–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 5 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: G-body

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,260–5,860 mm Traficom–5,263 mm
Width1,900–2,030 mm Traficom–1,892 mm
Height––1,440 mm
Wheelbase2,730–3,970 mm RDW–2,929 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,743–2,278 kg RDW–1,814 kg
Mass in running order1,843–2,378 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight2,287–3,291 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats2–8 RDW––
Doors4–6 RDW––
Luggage space (EPA)–538 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–3,058–3,256 L EPA–
Performance
Torque––373 Nm

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Wikipedia (en, de), RDW type approvals (Netherlands), US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

983 complaints for model years 2000–2005. 106 crashes · 14 fires · 111 injuries · 14 deaths

  • Electrical system 235
  • Engine 175
  • Airbags 121
  • Steering 107
  • Visibility and wipers 60
  • Brakes 32

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 5 versions of the Cadillac DeVille eighth generation

United States 4 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2004–2005CLKUP · 275HP, CLKUP4.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA368 g/km
2004–2005CLKUP · STS/DTS, CLKUP · 300HP, CLKUP4.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA291 g/km
2005275HP, CLKUP4.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km
2000–2003CLKUP4.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA291–307 g/km

Canada 1 version

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2000–2005Full-size4.6 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.5–16.4 L/100 km 5-cycle288–377 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.