Cadillac CTS vs Toyota Avalon
Overview | |
MSRP$45,560 | MSRP$32,650 |
Listings127 | Listings145 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.5 out of 10 |
Reviews SummaryEvery brand needs to undergo occasional makeovers to keep its product portfolio relevant. Brands like Lexus and Jaguar have been doing this the last 5 to 10 years, but the brand that took it upon itself to reinvent its image, and the car that started it all, was the CTS. It arrived in 2002 and was the first truly modern Cadillac. Unlike its big land-barge predecessors, the CTS was taut and featured angular styling and forward-looking engines and technology. Each successive generation of the CTS has seen an evolution of the angles, the powertrains, and the tech, culminating with this car: the 2016 Cadillac CTS. The third generation of the CTS is the largest, most refined, and most high-tech version of the car to date. The third generation of the CTS debuted for the 2015 model year, and is largely carried over to 2016, save for a few key updates. | |
Reviews SummaryThe Avalon Hybrid has enjoyed an astonishing 40% owner-retention rate thanks to impressive efficiency, comfort, and a surprising amount of fun behind the wheel. While attempts to “sport” it up via a stiffer suspension in the previous generation were met with a lackluster response, things are back to normal, and everyone seems to be happy once again. This year, a new grille is matched with some redesigned lights front and back, a new base trim replaces the now-defunct Touring trim, and the Entune system gets a bit of a spit-and-polish as with the rest of the Toyota lineup. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 268 hp I4 | Engine3.5L 268 hp V6 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower268 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower268 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway31 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 268 hp I4 | Engine Name3.5L 268 hp V6 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | Torque248 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
Horsepower268 hp @ 5600 rpm | Horsepower268 hp @ 6200 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City21 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway31 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.7 cu ft | Cargo Space16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3646 lbs | Curb Weight3461 lbs |
Height57.2 in | Height57.5 in |
Length195.5 in | Length195.3 in |
Width80.8 in | Width82.5 in |
Wheelbase114.6 in | Wheelbase111.0 in |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | Standard Towing Capacity1000 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $45,560 | $32,650 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.5 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Every brand needs to undergo occasional makeovers to keep its product portfolio relevant. Brands like Lexus and Jaguar have been doing this the last 5 to 10 years, but the brand that took it upon itself to reinvent its image, and the car that started it all, was the CTS. It arrived in 2002 and was the first truly modern Cadillac. Unlike its big land-barge predecessors, the CTS was taut and featured angular styling and forward-looking engines and technology. Each successive generation of the CTS has seen an evolution of the angles, the powertrains, and the tech, culminating with this car: the 2016 Cadillac CTS. The third generation of the CTS is the largest, most refined, and most high-tech version of the car to date. The third generation of the CTS debuted for the 2015 model year, and is largely carried over to 2016, save for a few key updates. | The Avalon Hybrid has enjoyed an astonishing 40% owner-retention rate thanks to impressive efficiency, comfort, and a surprising amount of fun behind the wheel. While attempts to “sport” it up via a stiffer suspension in the previous generation were met with a lackluster response, things are back to normal, and everyone seems to be happy once again. This year, a new grille is matched with some redesigned lights front and back, a new base trim replaces the now-defunct Touring trim, and the Entune system gets a bit of a spit-and-polish as with the rest of the Toyota lineup. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 268 hp I4 | 3.5L 268 hp V6 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 268 hp @ 5600 rpm | 268 hp @ 6200 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 31 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 268 hp I4 | 3.5L 268 hp V6 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm | 248 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm |
Horsepower | 268 hp @ 5600 rpm | 268 hp @ 6200 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 21 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 31 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.7 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3646 lbs | 3461 lbs |
Height | 57.2 in | 57.5 in |
Length | 195.5 in | 195.3 in |
Width | 80.8 in | 82.5 in |
Wheelbase | 114.6 in | 111.0 in |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | 1000 lbs |
Standard Towing Capacity | 1000 lbs | |
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