About the Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon

Cadillac produced this station wagon as part of the second-generation CTS lineup. The Sport Wagon was introduced for the 2010 model year and ended production after the 2013 model year, the last for the second-gen CTS. A CTS-V Wagon performance model was also offered.

What are the advantages of the Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon?

• Stylish design
• Fun to drive
• Plenty of cargo space

What is the best Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon model year?

A slightly more powerful 3.6-liter V6 engine was introduced for the 2012 model year, but aside from that change, all CTS Sport Wagon model years are pretty similar. That's typical of a car with the Sport Wagon's limited production volume.

What are the disadvantages of the Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon?

• Outdated technology
• Poor fuel economy

Comparison: Is the Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon better than the Cadillac CTS-V Wagon?

The Sport Wagon was the standard version of the CTS wagon, while the CTS-V was a performance model that swapped the Sport Wagon's V6 for a much more powerful supercharged 6.2-liter V8. Both are essentially the same car, but the CTS-V is aimed more at driving enthusiasts and collectors. It’s more exciting to drive but also less fuel-efficient and costlier to buy.

Is the Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon a reliable car?

The CTS Sport Wagon received J.D. Power consumer-rating scores of 84 and 82 (out of 100 points) for model years 2011 and 2012—the only model years with available data.

Is the Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon worth the cost?

The second-generation CTS was one of the better modern Cadillacs, and the Sport Wagon added extra practicality and unique style to the equation. As the only Cadillac station wagon ever offered direct from the factory, the CTS Sport Wagon is also on its way to becoming a collectible.