2011 Cadillac CTS

$1,150
from
121
listings
$1K–$77K
price range
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Low$1,150
High$77,441
From$1,150
Avg Mileage86,570 mi
Fresh

Sourced from 121 active dealer listings as of

2011 Cadillac CTS Trims

All Trims Combined
From$1,150
$1K–$77K
121 listings86,570 avg miles
Luxury
From$1,700
336 listings|$2K–$62K
Performance
From$3,900
80 listings|$4K–$23K
Premium
From$3,040
66 listings|$3K–$20K
Premium Luxury
From$13,995
8 listings|$14K–$27K
V
From$8,250
165 listings|$8K–$99K
Vsport
From$8,800
14 listings|$9K–$25K
Vsport Premium
From$9,999
9 listings|$10K–$30K
Vsport Premium Luxury
From$5,900
6 listings|$6K–$34K

2011 Cadillac CTS Pricing

Price Trend

-34.1%
$3K$5K$7K$10K$12KMar 26Mar 26Mar 26$2,965
3 data pointsAs of Mar 26

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Cadillac CTS Safety & Reliability

Elevated

With 2 recalls and 108 complaints, the 2011 Cadillac CTS rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
108
Complaints
11
Crashes
3
Fires
Recall Findings
14V3410002014-19-06
AIR BAGS

General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2011 Cadillac CTS vehicles manufactured October 18, 2010, to June 2, 2011. In the affected vehicles, vibrations from the drive shaft may cause the vehicle's roll over sensor to command the roof rail air bags to deploy.

If the roof rail air bags deploy unexpectedly, there is an increased risk of crash and injury to the occupants.

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14V3940002014-02-07
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

This defect can affect the safe operation of the airbag system. Until this recall is performed, customers should remove all items from their key rings, leaving only the ignition key. The key fob (if applicable), should also be removed from the key ring. General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on July 2, 2014 that they are recalling 554,328 model year 2003-2014 Cadillac CTS vehicles manufactured August 16, 2001, to April 28, 2014, and 2004-2006 Cadillac SRX vehicles manufactured March 20, 2003, to August 11, 2006. In these models, the weight on the key ring and/or road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position, turning off the engine.

If the key is not in the run position, the air bags may not deploy if the vehicle is involved in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2011 Cadillac CTS's biggest weak point? POWER TRAIN. It leads 108 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Power Train16
02Air Bags13
03Electrical System10
04Engine6
05Exterior Lighting6
108 total across 1 model years (2011–2011)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Cadillac CTS Fuel Economy

14–21mpg combined
·
12-18city
·
18-27hwy
·
$2,100-$4,150/yr

Fuel economy for the 2011 Cadillac CTS ranges from 14 to 21 MPG combined across 14 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
CTS - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city27 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
CTS - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city27 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
CTS AWD - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
CTS AWD - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
CTS Wagon - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
CTS Wagon - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
18 city27 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
CTS Wagon AWD - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
CTS Wagon AWD - Automatic (S6)
21mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
18 city26 hwy~$2,100/yr-1/10 Poor
CTS - Manual 6-spd
19mpg
3.6L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city25 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor
CTS - Manual 6-spd
19mpg
3.0L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city26 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor
CTS - Manual 6-spd
16mpg
6.2L 8-cyl Supercharged · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city19 hwy~$3,600/yr-1/10 Poor
CTS Wagon - Manual 6-spd
16mpg
6.2L 8-cyl Supercharged · Rear-Wheel Drive
14 city19 hwy~$3,600/yr-1/10 Poor
CTS - Automatic (S6)
14mpg
6.2L 8-cyl Supercharged · Rear-Wheel Drive
12 city18 hwy~$4,150/yr-1/10 Poor
CTS Wagon - Automatic (S6)
14mpg
6.2L 8-cyl Supercharged · Rear-Wheel Drive
12 city18 hwy~$4,150/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 2011 Cadillac CTS

31States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Florida (12%), but the remaining listings are spread across 30 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 2011.

Buying a 2011 Cadillac CTS?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 2011 Cadillac CTS a good car to buy?

The 2011 Cadillac CTS has 2 recalls on record. There are 2 recalls on record, so check that they've been completed before buying. The most commonly reported issue area is power train, which is worth inspecting during a test drive. Review the safety data and pricing breakdown above.

Are there recalls on the 2011 Cadillac CTS?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 2011 Cadillac CTS. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 2011 Cadillac CTS?

Fuel economy ranges from 14 to 21 MPG combined. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, that gap is worth about $1250 annually. See the fuel economy section for per-trim data.

What are common problems with the 2011 Cadillac CTS?

POWER TRAIN is the number-one complaint area for the 2011 Cadillac CTS, based on 108 NHTSA filings. During a test drive, pay extra attention to this system. See the known issues section for the full breakdown.

How does the 2011 compare to other Cadillac CTS years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Cadillac CTS model years. Visit the Cadillac CTS buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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