Used Cadillac ATS for Sale near Manila, AR

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 $11,483, and over the past year that average reached a low of $11,354. 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 earns strong marks from owners for its performance, luxury feel, and driving dynamics. The all-generations owner rating is 4.4/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners repeatedly praise the ATS for its sharp handling, smooth acceleration, and upscale cabin materials, along with the premium feel of its sound systems and interior design. The model also stands out for its polished road manners and athletic character, which give it a rewarding feel behind the wheel.

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

The main trade-offs center on cramped rear-seat space, a tight cabin, and infotainment usability that can take some getting used to. Some reviews also point to interior materials and premium-fuel expectations as part of the ownership equation.

28.8% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Cadillac ATS models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Cadillac ATS for its strong performance, upscale feel, and engaging driving dynamics. Expert commentary also highlights a polished chassis, composed road manners, and a well-executed luxury-sedan character.

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

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking condition carefully and prioritizing a well-documented example with a clean history.

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

Across all model years, at 51.6% 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 systems, forward collision alerts, automatic seatbelt tightening, lane-departure warnings, and cross-traffic alerts
• Infotainment: Apple’s CarPlay and Cadillac’s CUE system
• Fuel efficiency: 21 mpg city/ 33 highway, 21/30 for an automatic rear-wheel-drive version, 20/28 with all wheel drive, and 20/30

Which Cadillac ATS trim should I buy?

The 2016 Cadillac ATS offers these trims:

• ATS: The base 2.5-liter four-cylinder setup comes in Standard or Luxury trims with rear-wheel drive, making it the entry point for shoppers who want the ATS experience at the lowest step.
• ATS 2.0T: The midrange turbo four expands the lineup with rear- or front-wheel drive and Standard, Luxury, Performance, and Premium trims, giving you the broadest mix of choices.
• ATS 3.6L V6: The V6 tops the range with Luxury, Performance, and Premium packages and rear- or all-wheel drive, and it suits buyers who want the strongest available powertrain.
• ATS Premium: This is the best-value trim for shoppers who want the most complete version of the ATS, including Magnetic Ride Control and the most polished driving experience.

What Cadillac ATS do most buyers choose?

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

The highest-volume years tend to be the most visible choices because they give you more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right color, mileage, and equipment. They also often attract shoppers looking for a balance of price and availability.

What is the Cadillac ATS's resale value?

Most ATS model years are down versus a year ago, which creates better entry points for used buyers. The sharpest drops are concentrated in the middle of the lineup, while the newest and oldest examples show smaller changes. That pattern gives you several price tiers to choose from depending on how much equipment and mileage you want.

The 2018, 2014, 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 −5.4% versus a year ago, and the 2016 model is at −11.24%.
• Deal availability: The 2017 model has 29.3% good and great deals, and the 2016 model has 29.7%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2015 model has the most listings at a current average price of $10,311. The Cadillac ATS offers a sharp, upscale driving character that makes it feel rewarding on everyday roads. If you're buying used today, the 2015 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

How does the 2015 Cadillac ATS compare to the 2015 BMW 3 Series?

Our experts score the 2015 Cadillac ATS 5.7/10 and the 2015 BMW 3 Series 7.5/10. The ATS brings a stronger engine and a slightly higher average used price, while the BMW 3 Series offers better fuel economy and a much larger pool of listings. The Cadillac also has a lower accident-free share, but it still appeals if you want a more distinctive luxury-sedan character.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 27, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.