2010 Cadillac DTS

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Rating7.5
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$46,280 - $59,475
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 1, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Roomy interiors and huge cargo space

Not so impressive handling and performance as the competition

No major changes for the 2010 model year

Comfortable and cushy driving experience

Lack some of the useful modern technology

Hard to park due to the large size

Specs & Features

$46,280

price

275 hp @ 6000 rpm

horsepower

295 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

torque

4-Speed Automatic w/od

transmission

4.6L 8cyl FWD 4A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2010 Cadillac DTS makes for an excellent contender in the fullsize sedan class. With 4 trims on offer, the Cadillac DTS Sedan has a base MSRP of $46,280, with prices going all the way up to an MSRP of $59,475, competing directly with the Lincoln Town Car Sedan and the less expensive Buick Lucerne. Only a 4.6L V8 engine is offered but with two different power outputs, mated to a 4-speed automatic transmission. Together, they produce 275 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque whereas the Platinum V8 offers 292 horsepower and 288 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 7 seconds, the Cadillac DTS maintains a combined fuel economy of 18 MPG. Cadillac offers the DTS in 8 stunning colors, with the Black Raven being a particular favorite of ours. Currently, with around 144 Cadillac DTS available for sale, you could get one for an average price of $9,822. However, one can generally expect an average savings of $254 on a good deal, making this a perfect time to browse for a 2010 Cadillac DTS Sedan.

Buying Advice

If you are looking to buy a fullsize sedan, the 2010 Cadillac DTS is a considerable option because of the huge amount of interior and cargo space. It comes with a V8 under the hood that can take this behemoth from 0-60 in 7 seconds which is not the best in class. The DTS Sedan is not impressive in terms of handling and performance and also lacks some modern useful technology. Altogether it is a fine car, but there are European and Japanese models in the segment which outclass the DTS in almost every aspect and make more sense.

Trims

    1SA
    $46,280 onwards
    • Engine: 4.6L 8cyl FWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 275 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 295 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg
    Base
    $46,280 onwards
    • Engine: 4.6L 8cyl FWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 275 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 295 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg
    1SC
    $51,525 onwards
    • Engine: 4.6L 8cyl FWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 275 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 295 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg
    Luxury Collection
    $51,525 onwards
    • Engine: 4.6L 8cyl FWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 275 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 295 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg
    1SD
    $54,425 onwards
    • Engine: 4.6L 8cyl FWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 275 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 295 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg
    Premium Collection
    $54,425 onwards
    • Engine: 4.6L 8cyl FWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 275 hp @ 6000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 295 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 8 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg
    1SE
    $59,475 onwards
    • Engine: 4.6L 8cyl FWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 292 hp @ 6300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 288 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.5 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg
    Platinum
    $59,475 onwards
    • Engine: 4.6L 8cyl FWD 4A
    • Horsepower: 292 hp @ 6300 rpm hp
    • Torque: 288 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 7.5 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$46,280- $59,475

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.54

Horsepower

292 hp @ 6300 rpm

Torque

295 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

Capacity

6

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$74,550- $78,400

Gasoline

8.72

350 hp @ 6800 rpm

325 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

5

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$177,600- $202,500

Gasoline

8.8

552 hp @ 6100 rpm

479 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

5

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$82,000- $137,000

Gasoline

8.62

400 hp @ 5500 rpm

450 lb.-ft. @ 1800 rpm

5

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$29,230- $42,515

Gasoline

7.36

227 hp @ 5700 rpm

237 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm

5

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$24,290- $29,930

Gasoline

6.59

211 hp @ 5800 rpm

216 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$27,260- $44,865

Gasoline

8.8

178 hp @ 5500 rpm

190 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$25,170- $37,770

Gasoline

8.4

263 hp @ 6250 rpm

249 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$91,600- $149,700

Gasoline

9.56

382 hp @ 6000 rpm

391 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm

5

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$30,690- $33,410

Gasoline

8.1

290 hp @ 6400 rpm

261 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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2010 Cadillac DTS vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
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    8 sec15.2 sec-
    4.8 sec-188 mph
    5.1 sec13.4 sec-
    5.2 sec-187 mph
    5.67 sec-158 mph
    2010 Audi A8

    Ranked #5

    5.9 sec14.2 sec130 mph

    2010 Cadillac DTS vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
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      15 mpg23 mpg18 mpg18 gal.-
      19 mpg28 mpg23 mpg18.5 gal.351.5/518 mi.
      19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg20 gal.380/520 mi.
      18 mpg29 mpg22 mpg17 gal.306/493 mi.
      17 mpg26 mpg21 mpg18 gal.314.5/481 mi.
      17 mpg26 mpg21 mpg18 gal.324/468 mi.

      2010 Cadillac DTS vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        207.6 in.74.8 in.57.6 in.-115.6 in.
        229.9 in.78.3 in.64.5 in.-140.6 in.

        2010 Maybach Type 57

        Ranked #2

        225.5 in.78 in.62 in.-133.5 in.

        2010 Lincoln Town Car

        Ranked #3

        215.4 in.78.5 in.59 in.-117.7 in.
        212.6 in.76.7 in.61 in.5.9 in.129.7 in.
        208.3 in.77.8 in.58.1 in.-120.7 in.

        2010 Cadillac DTS vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
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          -113.2 cu.ft.18.8 cu.ft.
          18.6 cu.ft.104.5 cu.ft.18.6 cu.ft.
          15.6 cu.ft.106.6 cu.ft.31 cu.ft.
          17 cu.ft.108 cu.ft.17 cu.ft.
          16.7 cu.ft.102 cu.ft.16.7 cu.ft.
          16.4 cu.ft.105.2 cu.ft.16.4 cu.ft.

          2010 Cadillac DTS vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
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            18.8 cu.ft.-18.8 cu.ft.67 ft.
            14.4 cu.ft.14.4 cu.ft.14.4 cu.ft.-
            14 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.14 cu.ft.-
            54.1 cu.ft.18.6 cu.ft.18.6 cu.ft.-
            16.4 cu.ft.16.4 cu.ft.16.4 cu.ft.-
            14.1 cu.ft.14.1 cu.ft.14.1 cu.ft.-

            2010 Cadillac DTS vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              --4009 lbs.
              1000 lbs.1225 lbs.3725 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3490 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3735 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3555 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-4015 lbs.

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