Trade in: grey 2016 Cadillac CTS Performance in Yameri

Trade in: the 2016 Cadillac CTS Performance

We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2016 Cadillac CTS Performance for sale by us right now. Here is what to know about the 2016 Cadillac CTS Performance before buying one.

A buyer's checks

Ask for the service records and check open recalls by the VIN. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.

Engine and fuel

The 2.0L 4-cylinder turbo is what moves it, with rear-wheel drive. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.

For 300 km of mixed driving, expect about 29 litres, from its 9.6 L/100 km rating. A 300 km round trip costs roughly $50.40 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$3,300 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.

A good match for

It suits a work trip where a reliable car matters more than anything else. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.

Size and space

A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. It measures 5.02 m long by 1.83 m wide. Check the size of a tight parking spot. In plain terms, its 368 litres of luggage space hold about two large suitcases and a few soft bags.

Drive it on your own roads

A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Try the CTS on your commute, then decide. Rent the CTS first, and buy only if it fits your life.

Year and trim

Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.

Running costs

A 1,000 km month costs roughly $168 at our price setting. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models.

The CTS and Yameri

CarmaCars is based in Toronto, about 3,364 km from Yameri, and does not deliver there. If you are starting from Toronto, rent the car here and drive it to Yameri.

Your move

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