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2009 Cadillac DTS

2009 Cadillac DTS

At a Glance

Pricing$45,400 - $58,145
Drive TypesFWD
EnginesV8 (275-bhp), V8 (292-bhp)
TransmissionsA4
Fuel Economy15 (city), 22-23 (highway)

Our Ratings

Velocity Index56
Quality4 stars out of 5
Style2 stars out of 5
Utility3 stars out of 5
Livability3 stars out of 5
Value2 stars out of 5
Fun2 stars out of 5

A more traditional Cadillac

Overview Information

The DTS is the last of the FWD-Cadillac models that were the norm before the era of RWD and trucks. The DTS features a 4.6L V-8, and 4-speed automatic. Optional 18" alloy wheels house larger brakes for improved braking power. Other safety enhancements include dual-depth airbags that sense front passenger size and seatbelt usage, and deploy accordingly.

What Changed:

The DTS features a number of new convenience features and OnStar 8.0 with Bluetooth.

Official Word:

The DTS, Cadillac's full-size sedan, extends its heritage of technologically advanced luxury and unmistakable design in 2009. It is enhanced with minor styling changes and customer-focused comfort and convenience features that reinforce its attention to detail and craftsmanship. The ultra-luxury DTS Platinum Edition also returns for 2009, packed with premium features and special paint options that add to its hand-crafted elegance. DTS has earned consistent respect from full-size luxury consumers and experts alike, including: Consumers Guide:...Read.

Model/Trim Eng. Trans. Velocity Index Base Price
DTS 4.6l V8 (275-bhp) A4 FWD 55 $45,400
DTS Luxury 4.6l V8 (275-bhp) A4 FWD 55 $48,850
DTS Premium Luxury 4.6l V8 (275-bhp) A4 FWD 55 $50,580
DTS Platinum 4.6l V8 (275-bhp) A4 FWD 55 $55,375
DTS Performance 4.6l V8 (292-bhp) A4 FWD 56 $53,350
DTS Performance Platinum 4.6l V8 (292-bhp) A4 FWD 56 $58,145