Cadillac DTS vs. the Competition
Bold denotes a Cadillac advantage
2010 Cadillac 2010 BMW 2010 Lincoln
DTS 528 i MKS
Performance Specifications
Base Engine 4.6 L V-8 3.0 L I-6 3.7 L V-6
Horsepower @ rpm 275 @ 6,000 230 @ 6,500 273 @ 6,250
Torque (lb.-ft.) @ rpm
295 @ 4,400 200 @ 2,750 270 @ 4,250
Opt. Engine 4.6L V8 – –
Horsepower @ rpm 292 @ 6300 – –
Torque (lb.-ft.) @ rpm
288 @ 4500 – –
Transmission 4-speed auto. 6-speed man. 6-speed auto.
Drivetrain
Front-wheel drive Rear-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Suspension, f/r Ind./ind. Ind./ind. Ind./ind.
Speed sensitive steering Magnasteer Servotronic N/A
Fuel tank 68/13.2 70/15.4 76/16.7
Turning radius
6.5/21.3 5.7/18.7 6.05/19.8
L/100km (city/hwy) 13.8/8.7 11.4/7.3 12.5/8.4
mpg (city/hwy) 20/32 25/39 23/34
Dimensions and Interior Volume in mm/inches unless otherwise indicated
Wheelbase
2,936/115.6 2,888/113.7 2,868/112.9
Curb weight 1,818/4,008 1,590/3,505 1,872/4,127
Exterior length 5,273/207.6 4,854/191.1 5,184/204.1
Exterior body width 1,900/74.8 1,846/72.7 1,928/75.9
Exterior height 1,463/57.6 1,468/57.8 1,565/61.6
Front tread 1,588/62.5 1,558/61.3 1,651/65.0
Rear tread 1,567/61.7 1,581/62.2 1,661/65.4
Front legroom 1,080/42.5 1,054/41.5 1,064/41.9
Rear legroom 1,057/41.6 914/36.0 980/38.6
Front headroom 996/39.2 993/39.1 963/37.9
Rear headroom 980/38.6 967/38.1 980/38.6
Front hiproom 1,455/57.3 NA/NA 1,405/55.3
Rear hiproom 1,440/56.7 NA/NA 1,405/55.3
Front shoulder room 1,524/60.0 1,456/57.3 1,488/58.6
Rear shoulder room 1,504/59.2 1,452/57.2 1,458/57.4
Luggage volume (max) 532/18.8 520/18.4 521/18.4
Passenger volume 2,987/105.5 2,806/99.1 2,990/105.6
Seating Capacity 5/6 5 5
Vehicle Features
Magnetic Ride Control Opt. NA NA
IntelliBeam Opt. NA NA
Cornering lights Std. NA NA
Adaptive Remote Start system Std. NA NA
Adaptive Cruise Control Opt. NA Opt.
Heated steering wheel Opt. NA NA
Massaging front seats Opt. NA NA
In-Vehicle Communications OnStar BMW Assist NA
Laminated side glass Std. NA NA
DVD Entertainment system Opt. NA Opt.
Lane departure warning Opt. NA NA
Blind spot sensor Opt. NA NA
Powertrain limited Warranty 60/160,000 48/110,000 72/110,000
1 Always use safety belts and proper restraints, even with airbags. Children are safer when prop-
erly secured in a rear seat. See the Owner Manual for more safety information.
DTS Key Messages
Design
– The Cadillac’s signature egg crate design grille features a bold,
centre-mounted Wreath and Crest badge
– Available Platinum Edition (1SE) with unique exterior and
interior appointments
– HID Xenon headlamps and state-of-the-art LED taillamps and
CHMSL
– Chrome accents create a sophisticated appearance
– Low and forward-positioned instrument panel
– Dual-firmness pillow-top seats with high-performing heated
and cooled seats for outstanding comfort
– Integrated centre stack designed for a seamless appearance
Performance
– 275-hp Northstar
TM
4.6L V8 on Luxury Editions (1SA, 1SC, 1SD)
– 292-hp Northstar
TM
High Output 4.6L V8 on 1SE
– Magnetic Ride Control suspension on Platinum Edition for out-
standing performance and ride comfort
– Enhanced structural integrity for refined ride and handling
– Brake assist, which boosts brake pressure for improved stop-
ping response as needed, is integrated with StabiliTrak
TM
– Large disc brakes with dual-piston front calipers
Technology
– Available Lane Departure Warning and Side Blind Zone Alert
– 6 standard airbags including a new dual-depth passenger-side
frontal airbag and roof-rail-mounted side curtain airbags
– Theft-deterrent, noise-damping laminated glass
– Ultrasonic Front and Rear Park Assist standard except 1SA
– Available IntelliBeam
TM
headlamps automatically activate your
high/low beams, maximizing lighting area for greater visibility.
– Bluetooth for phone
– Available Adaptive Cruise Control
– Entertainment system includes 8-speakers, MP3 player, auxil-
iary input jack and XM Satellite Radio
TM
– Available in-dash 6-disc CD changer and Bose
®
speaker
system and touch-screen DVD navigation
Craftsmanship
– Genuine materials such as natural walnut wood, three grades
of available premium leathers and aluminum sill plates
– Noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) improvements that in-
clude laminated side glass, structureless windshield wiper
blades and laminated steel front-of-dash
– World-class quality is achieved through the use of leading
global manufacturing processes that empower each skilled
craftsperson to own and continuously improve their craft
2010 DTS
Quick Facts
• Walkaround Summary
• Competitive Comparison
• DTS Key Messages
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