2012 & 2013 Cadillac Sedan Reviews & Ratings

American luxury marque Cadillac is owned by General Motors and was established all the way back in 1902 in Michigan, U.S. In some ways, the "coupe" model is synonymous with the Cadillac name, mostly because of the Cadillac Coupe de Ville, but its sedan models that often get the most attention. For the 2012 model year, Cadillac is offering two sedan models: the Cadillac CTS and its supped-up version, the Cadillac CTS-V. Cadillac has always been known for its luxurious vehicles and in... (full review continues below)

American luxury marque Cadillac is owned by General Motors and was established all the way back in 1902 in Michigan, U.S. In some ways, the "coupe" model is synonymous with the Cadillac name, mostly because of the Cadillac Coupe de Ville, but its sedan models that often get the most attention. For the 2012 model year, Cadillac is offering two sedan models: the Cadillac CTS and its supped-up version, the Cadillac CTS-V. Cadillac has always been known for its luxurious vehicles and innovative technologies. Even under the watchful eye of GM, the Cadillac brand has managed to carve out an important place in the social consciousness of America- and all over the world.

The 2012 Cadillac CTS has a starting MSRP of 38,365 and a 2.6-liter V6 base engine that produces 304 horsepower. It gets 18 mpg in the city and an impressive 27 mpg on the highway. The CTS sedan comes in four separate trims: the base trim (from $35,915), the Luxury trim (from $39,050), the Performance trim (from $42,290), and the Premium Trim (from $48,290). The CTS comes with a roomy and elegant interior, a plethora of technological features, and secure and capable handling. Standard features for the base model (built upon by the more luxurious trims) include an automatic transmission, AWD, Side/curtain airbags, stability and traction control, an MP3 player, Satellite radio, and Bluetooth integration. For the 2012 year, the CTS gained additional horsepower, new options, the Bluetooth feature as standard and a new Touring package. The CTS is now in its fourth year of production and competes with vehicles such as the BMW 335i, the Infiniti G37, and the Chrysler 300.

The 2012 Cadillac CTS-V has fantastic sports upgrades of the already impressive CTS sedan. The CTS-V has an MSRP of $63,215 and a 6.2-liter V8 base engine that produces a jaw-dropping 556 horsepower. If you're looking for a lot of power with all the traditional Cadillac styling still apparent, the CTS-V is a great choice for you. This sedan gets 14 mpg in the city and 19 mpg on the highway. It also doesn't skimp on providing a luxurious and elegant cabin and excellent handling. It's only available in one trim, the base and comes with such standard features as: Stability and Traction Control, a helpful navigation system, Bluetooth and iPod integration, leather and faux suede upholstery, a Bose surround sound audio system, a choice of manual or automatic transmission, side/curtain airbags, and satellite radio. For the 2012 year, the only real change is the sedan's new automatic wipers. This is the CTS-V's fourth year since its complete redesign, and throughout this time, it's managed to stay on top of its sporty competitors, like the Mercedes E63 AMG and the Mercedes Benz C63 AMG and Jaguar XFR. The Porsche Panamera Turbo is its toughest competitor, but it also costs twice as much. This sedan holds five and has options such as heated seats, a sunroof, and steering wheel and shifter covers. It's one of the most affordable, sporty, and stylish sedan models on the market today.