Used Cadillac ATS for Sale near Illinois

How much does the Cadillac ATS cost in today's market?

Used Cadillac ATS prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Cadillac ATS's current nationwide average price is $11,369, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $11,369 over the past year.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2016, 2017, and 2018 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Cadillac ATS a good car?

Yes — the Cadillac ATS is a strong pick if you want a compact luxury sedan with engaging performance and a premium feel. The all-generations owner rating is 4.43/5 across every model year in the data.

Across the model years, owners consistently praise the ATS for its powerful performance, luxury feel, and impressive driving dynamics. Reviewers also highlight smooth acceleration, sharp handling, and well-appointed interiors with high-quality materials and strong sound systems.

Expert reviews rate the 2016 and 2015 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs center on limited rear seat space, a cramped cabin, and infotainment usability, while some recent expert reviews also point to interior finish and lower-engine refinement as recurring concerns.

28.7% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Cadillac ATS models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Cadillac ATS for its strong performance, luxury feel, and engaging driving dynamics. Expert notes also reinforce its polished road manners, smooth ride, and well-executed chassis.

• Owners rate the Cadillac ATS between 4.2 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by choosing a well-kept example with a clean history and a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

What should I look for when buying a used Cadillac ATS?

Across all model years, at 50% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: optional blind-spot monitoring, forward collision alerts, automatic seatbelt tightening, lane-departure warnings, and cross-traffic alerts
• Infotainment: Apple CarPlay and Cadillac CUE with an 8-inch touchscreen
• Fuel efficiency: 21 mpg city/ 33 highway; 21/30 for an automatic rear-wheel-drive version, 20/28 with all-wheel drive; 20/30

Which Cadillac ATS trim should I buy?

The 2016 Cadillac ATS offers these trims:

• Standard: The entry point with the 2.5-liter four-cylinder and rear-wheel drive, suited to buyers who want the ATS experience at the lowest starting point.
• Luxury: Adds a more upscale equipment mix and is available with the 2.5-liter four-cylinder, 2.0-liter turbo four, or 3.6-liter V6, making it the best-value trim for many shoppers.
• Performance: Adds a sportier setup and is available with the 2.0-liter turbo four or 3.6-liter V6.
• Premium: Adds Magnetic Ride Control and the available heads-up display, making it the most feature-rich choice in the lineup.
• ATS-V: The high-performance model that stands apart as the most powerful version in the ATS family.

What Cadillac ATS do most buyers choose?

The Cadillac ATS years with the most listings are 2014, 2015, and 2017.

Higher-volume years tend to draw more shoppers because they usually give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right color, mileage, and condition. They also tend to be the years buyers see most often when shopping used, which helps keep them top of mind.

What is the Cadillac ATS's resale value?

Prices are down across every model year shown, which is good news if you're shopping used and want more value for your money. The declines are strongest on the older years, while the newer years show smaller drops. That pattern can help you focus on the years that balance price and freshness most effectively.

The 2015, 2018, and 2017 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Cadillac ATS safe?

• 2016: 8/10
• 2015: 5/10

The Cadillac ATS comes standard with active and passive safety features, including airbags, disc brakes, traction control, and antilock braking.

For the safest used buy, the 2016 model posts the highest confirmed score of 8/10.

Should I buy a used Cadillac ATS now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2017 model is at −5.65% versus a year ago, and the 2016 model is at −6.59%.
• Deal availability: The 2017 model has 30.7% good and great deals, and the 2016 model has 31.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2014 model has the most listings at a current average price of $9,389. The Cadillac ATS offers sharp styling and a polished driving character that make it feel special even in everyday use.

If you're buying used today, the 2014 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.