Cadillac DeVille eighth generation

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
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 5,260–5,860 mm Traficom | – | 5,263 mm |
| Width | 1,900–2,030 mm Traficom | – | 1,892 mm |
| Height | – | – | 1,440 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,730–3,970 mm RDW | – | 2,929 mm |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | 1,743–2,278 kg RDW | – | 1,814 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,843–2,378 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,287–3,291 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 2–8 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 4–6 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 version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004–2005CLKUP · 275HP, CLKUP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 15 MPG (15.7 L/100 km) EPA | 368 g/km |
| 2004–2005CLKUP · STS/DTS, CLKUP · 300HP, CLKUP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 g/km |
| 2005275HP, CLKUP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 2000–2003CLKUP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18–19 MPG (12.4–13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 291–307 g/km |
Canada 1 version
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2005Full-size | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.5–16.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 288–377 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.





