Cadillac Seville fifth generation
The Cadillac Seville fifth generation (1998–2004): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: G-body
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Europe | North America | Wikipedia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | |||
| Length | 4,990 mm Traficom | – | 4,999–5,105 mm |
| Width | 1,900 mm Traficom | – | 1,905 mm |
| Height | 1,430 mm Traficom | – | 1,407–1,415 mm |
| Wheelbase | – | – | 2,850 mm |
| Weights and towing | |||
| Kerb weight | – | – | 1,801–1,815 kg |
| Mass in running order | 1,847–1,857 kg Traficom | – | – |
| Gross vehicle weight | 2,274–2,284 kg Traficom | – | – |
| Seats and space | |||
| Seats | 5 Traficom | – | – |
| Luggage space (EPA) | – | 425–453 L EPA | – |
| Passenger space (EPA) | – | 2,945 L EPA | – |
Tyre sizes (most common first): 235/60R16
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Traficom type approvals (Finland), Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
299 complaints for model years 1998–2004. 14 crashes · 6 fires · 16 injuries
- Engine 69
- Suspension 34
- Electrical system 33
- Steering 21
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 Seville fifth generation
United States 2 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004CLKUP · STS/DTS, CLKUP | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | Front-wheel drive | 19 MPG (12.4 L/100 km) EPA | 291 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000–2004Mid-size | 4.6 L | Petrol | 4-speed automatic | 12.5–12.9 L/100 km 5-cycle | 288–297 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.