Used Cadillac ATS for Sale near South Carolina

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 $11,503, and its year-round low is $11,387.21. That gives you a useful snapshot of where this model sits right now across the years in the data.

Recently, prices have come down for the 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 across the full model range, and the all-generations owner rating is 4.43/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its powerful performance, luxury feel, and impressive driving dynamics. They 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 tight rear-seat space, a cramped cabin, and infotainment usability that can take some getting used to.

25.2% 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, sharp chassis, and well-executed cabin design.

• 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 looks manageable if you verify condition carefully and choose a well-kept example with a clean history.

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

Across all model years, at 51% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: Cadillac’s standard safety equipment includes airbags, disc brakes, traction control, and antilock braking.
• Infotainment: Apple CarPlay and Cadillac’s CUE infotainment system

Which Cadillac ATS trim should I buy?

The 2016 Cadillac ATS offers these trims:

• Standard: The entry point uses the 2.5-liter four-cylinder and rear-wheel drive, making it the simplest way into the ATS lineup.
• Luxury: This trim adds a more upscale equipment mix and is available with the 2.5-liter four-cylinder, the 2.0-liter turbo four, or the 3.6-liter V6 depending on configuration.
• Performance: This trim brings the 2.0-liter turbo four or 3.6-liter V6 and is a strong choice if you want a more engaging setup.
• Premium: This is the best-value trim if you want the richest feature set, including Magnetic Ride Control and the most complete equipment mix in the lineup.

What Cadillac ATS do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices, which can make it easier to compare prices, equipment, and condition. They also tend to be the years shoppers return to most often when looking for a balance of availability and value.

What is the Cadillac ATS's resale value?

Most model years in the ATS lineup are moving lower year over year, which can work in your favor if you're shopping used. A couple of years are edging up slightly, but the overall pattern still points to improving value for buyers.

The 2016 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2015, 2016, 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 2016 Cadillac ATS includes standard active and passive safety features, along with a 5-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and a Superior rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

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

Should I buy a used Cadillac ATS now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2017 model is at −5.18% versus a year ago, and the 2014 model is at −5.96%.
• Deal availability: The 2017 model has 27.6% good and great deals, and the 2014 model has 23.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2015 model has the most listings at a current average price of $11,032. The Cadillac ATS offers sharp styling, polished road manners, and a rewarding driving feel that make it appealing across the lineup.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: The 2.5-liter four packs 202 hp and 191 lb-ft of torque, the 2-liter turbocharged four produces 272 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, and the 3.6-liter V6 delivers 333 hp and 285 lb-ft of torque.
• Tech: Apple CarPlay and Cadillac’s CUE system
• Safety: The latest model adds optional blind-spot monitoring systems, forward collision alerts, automatic seatbelt tightening, lane-departure warnings, and cross-traffic alerts.
• Starting price: Starting at $34,210

If you're buying used today, the 2015 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2019 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.