Used Cadillac CTS for Sale nearLufkin, TX

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

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

The Cadillac CTS's current nationwide average price is $11,608, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $11,382 over the past year.

Recently, prices have come down for the 2017, 2018, and 2019 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Cadillac CTS a good car?

Yes — the Cadillac CTS earns strong owner approval across the full model range, and its appeal centers on style, performance, and comfort.

The all-generations owner rating is 4.58/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the CTS for its luxurious features, strong performance, stylish design, smooth ride, and handling. Many also value its blend of comfort and technology, which helps it stand out as a well-rounded luxury sedan.

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

The main trade-offs that show up in expert feedback are gas mileage, reliability concerns, and limited rear seat space in some years.

28.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Cadillac CTS models reliable?

Owners consistently give the Cadillac CTS high marks, and the strongest praise centers on its luxurious feel, strong performance, and stylish design. Expert feedback also highlights a smooth ride, confident handling, and a well-executed cabin.

• Owners rate the Cadillac CTS between 4.5 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 checking service history carefully and focusing on well-maintained examples.

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

Across all model years, at 57.4% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: standard driver-awareness package with blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning, rear cross-traffic alerts, and rain-sensing wipers
• Infotainment: CUE infotainment touchscreen system with Apple CarPlay

Which Cadillac CTS trim should I buy?

The 2016 Cadillac CTS offers these trims:

• Standard: the entry point to the lineup, with the 2.0-liter turbo engine and the core CTS luxury-sedan character.
• Luxury: adds leather seating, a Bose stereo, navigation, some safety tech, and 17-inch, 10-spoke wheels; a strong value choice if you want more comfort and convenience.
• Performance: adds magnetic ride control, surround view, parking sensors, 18-inch wheels, and automatic parking assist for a more feature-rich setup.
• Premium: builds on Luxury and Performance with a fully digital, fully customizable instrument panel, adaptive cruise control, a 20-way power driver’s seat, and carbon-fiber inserts.

What Cadillac CTS do most buyers choose?

The Cadillac CTS years with the most listings are 2015, 2014, and 2016.

Higher-volume years tend to be popular because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the right color, mileage, and equipment mix. They also tend to attract shoppers looking for a balance of price and availability.

What is the Cadillac CTS's resale value?

Most CTS model years are down year over year, which can work in your favor if you’re shopping used. The sharpest drops are concentrated in the newer years, while the older years show smaller declines. That pattern gives you more room to find value across the lineup.

The 2014, 2016, and 2018 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Cadillac CTS safe?

• 2016: 9/10
• 2015: 9/10

For the safest used buy, the 2015 and 2016 models both post the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Cadillac CTS now?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2018 model is at −5.98% versus a year ago, and the 2017 model is at −7.88%.
• Deal availability: The 2018 model has 30% good and great deals, and the 2017 model has 25.2%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2015 model has the most listings at a current average price of $12,433. The Cadillac CTS offers a stylish, upscale cabin with a strong blend of comfort and performance.

If you're buying used today, the 2015 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from October 6, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.