Cadillac DeVille seventh generation

Cadillac DeVille seventh generation
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The Cadillac DeVille seventh generation (1994–1999): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: K-body

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationEuropeNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length5,330–5,800 mm Traficom–5,326–5,329 mm
Width1,940–2,030 mm Traficom–1,943 mm
Height1,430–1,433 mm Traficom–1,422–1,433 mm
Wheelbase2,890 mm RDW–2,890 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,740–1,784 kg RDW–1,814–1,950 kg
Mass in running order1,840–1,884 kg RDW––
Gross vehicle weight2,340–2,350 kg RDW––
Seats and space
Seats5–6 Traficom––
Doors4 RDW––
Luggage space (EPA)–566 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)–3,285–3,313 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)

1,167 complaints for model years 1994–1999. 62 crashes · 34 fires · 80 injuries · 11 deaths

  • Engine 170
  • Airbags 124
  • Brakes 79
  • Lights 70
  • Fuel system 69
  • Electrical system 46

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 3 versions of the Cadillac DeVille seventh generation

United States 1 version

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
1996–1999(FFS) (MPFI), CLKUP · CLKUP4.6 LPetrol4-speed automaticFront-wheel drive18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA307 g/km

Canada 2 versions

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

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
1996–1999Full-size4.6 LPetrol4-speed automatic13.0–13.9 L/100 km 5-cycle299–320 g/km
1995Full-size4.9 LPetrol4-speed automatic14.3 L/100 km 5-cycle329 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.