Auto loans: yellow 2016 Cadillac CTS Premium in Farmbrook

The 2016 Cadillac CTS Premium for buyers

CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2016 Cadillac CTS Premium; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. This page sets out the 2016 Cadillac CTS Premium for buyers, in plain words.

What to check on the CTS

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. NHTSA has 31 owner complaints on file, mostly about electrical system, power train and engine. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN.

Engine and fuel

The engine is the 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo, with rear-wheel drive and an 8-speed automatic. The turbo gives a small engine the pull of a bigger one when you need it. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.

The EPA rates it at 9.6 L/100 km combined, so a 300 km weekend uses about 29 litres. In energy, every 100 km costs about $16.80 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,300 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.

Space and size

It is a straightforward car to drive, park and live with. Measured bumper to bumper, it is 5.02 m. Check the size of a tight parking spot. The trunk holds 368 litres by the EPA's count: about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.

Best uses

It suits someone whose own car is in the shop for a while. It suits commuters, couples and business trips.

A longer test drive

Drive the CTS on your commute before you commit to it. Try the CTS on your commute, then decide. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.

Running costs

A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $168 at our price setting.

Choosing the right one

Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Ask the seller which trim it is; badges can be swapped and options vary. Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history.

Farmbrook and the CTS

We rent from Toronto only. If your trip to Farmbrook starts in the Toronto area, rent the car here. Farmbrook is about 544 km from our Toronto location, beyond the area we deliver to.

When you know your dates

Questions about trying a car first? Ask in your request.