Cadillac DTS first generation
The Cadillac DTS first generation (2006–2011): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 4 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: G-body
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | – | 5,270 mm TC | 5,273–5,476 mm |
| Width | – | 1,900 mm TC | 1,900 mm |
| Height | – | 1,460 mm TC | 1,463 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,940–3,980 mm RDW | – | 2,936–3,139 mm |
| Front track | – | 1,600 mm TC | – |
| Rear track | – | 1,590 mm TC | – |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | – | – | 1,818 kg |
| Mass in running order | 2,150–2,445 kg RDW | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 3,080 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, braked trailer | 454 kg RDW | – | – |
| Towing, unbraked trailer | 450 kg RDW | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 2–8 RDW | – | – |
| Doors | 5–6 RDW | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 538 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 3,002–3,200 L EPA | – |
| Fuel tank | – | – | 70 L |
| Performance | |||
| Top speed | 180 km/h RDW | – | – |
| Torque | – | – | 390–400 Nm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, fr, pl), 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)
511 complaints for model years 2006–2011. 36 crashes · 21 fires · 43 injuries
- Electrical system 161
- Lights 96
- Engine 88
- Steering 48
- Airbags 28
- Seats 22
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 4 versions of the Cadillac DTS first generation
United States 3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2011275 HP, CLKUP · 275HP, CLKUP · 275HP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 2006–2010300 HP, CLKUP · 300HP, CLKUP · 300HP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA | 307 g/km |
| 2006CLKUP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2011Full-size | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 13.1–13.2 L/100 km 5-cycle | 301–304 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.