Car financing: 2011 Cadillac DTS

None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 13.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 2 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.

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13.1 L/100 km
Recalls
2

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Cadillac DTS of the 2006 to 2011 generation
Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo, not one of our cars

For sale

We do not have a 2011 Cadillac DTS for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.

CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.

2011 Cadillac DTS specs

2011 Cadillac DTS powertrains
Engine4.6L 8-cylinder
DriveFront-wheel drive
Transmission4-speed automatic
FuelRegular gas
City15.3 L/100 km
Highway10.4 L/100 km
Combined13.1 L/100 km
CO₂307 g/km
Cost to drive 100 km$20.31

2011 Cadillac DTS: every figure

2011 Cadillac DTS figures by powertrain
Displacement4.6 L
Cylinders8
MPG city (US)15
MPG highway (US)23
MPG combined (US)18
MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure)22
Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet)538 L (19 cu ft)
Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices)US$3,700
Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre)$4,062

Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.

What to check when buying the 2011 Cadillac DTS

  • NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
  • Owners filed 16 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (6), engine (5) and air bags (3). Have those parts checked before you buy.
2011 Cadillac DTS recall campaigns
CampaignDateComponentSummary
14V3550002014-06-23electrical system:ignitionThis 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) is recalling certain model year...
10V5530002010-11-05electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cablesGENERAL MOTORS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 DTS AND BUICK LUCERNE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH V8 ENGINES. THE STARTER OR ALTERNATOR CABLE IS IN CONTACT WITH THE POWER STEERING RETURN LINE. IF EITHER THE STARTER OR ALTERNATOR CABLE IS CONTACTING THE POWER STEERING RETURN LINE, THE CABLE COULD WEAR THROUGH...

Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.

The 2011 Cadillac DTS: before you buy

We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2011 Cadillac DTS for sale by us right now. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Before you buy the 2011 Cadillac DTS, here is what the figures say and what to look at.

Recalls and complaints

Owners filed 16 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system, engine and air bags; have those parts checked. Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.

Engine and fuel

The powertrain here is the 4.6L 8-cylinder with front-wheel drive and a 4-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. Front-wheel drive is the usual layout for cars this size, predictable in the rain and the snow.

Plan on about 39 litres per 300 km; the combined rating is 13.1 L/100 km. In energy, every 100 km costs about $20.31 at our price setting. The EPA estimates US$3,700 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles.

Room inside

Being a large sedan, it is easy to park and comfortable on longer drives. Its 538 litre trunk is enough for bulky luggage, a stroller or sports gear.

Is it right for your trip?

It suits anyone who needs a car for a few days, a week or a month without buying one. It uses more fuel than most, so it suits shorter trips or people who need its size.

Drive it on your own roads

Rent first, buy later: a week with the DTS answers the big questions. A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.

What it costs to run

A 1,000 km month costs roughly $203.10 at our price setting. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $20.31 in fuel. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.

Narrowing it down

A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it. 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.

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Rent it for a week before you buy

A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2011 Cadillac DTS from us first.

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Ask us about the 2011 Cadillac DTS

Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2011 Cadillac DTS for you and reply within one business day.

CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.

Buying the 2011 Cadillac DTS

Does CarmaCars sell the 2011 Cadillac DTS?

Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.

Can I rent a 2011 Cadillac DTS before I buy one?

Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.

Does the 2011 Cadillac DTS have recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.

What does the 2011 Cadillac DTS cost in fuel a year?

EPA puts it at US$3,700 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4062.00.

Where do the figures come from?

Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.