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Used 2005 Cadillac CTS

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2005
Fuel Economy
16 - 19 combined mpg
Horsepower
255 - 400 hp
Engine
3 engines available
Engine Options
  • V6, 2.8 Liter
  • V6, 3.6 Liter
  • V8, 5.7 Liter
Cargo Volume
12.5 cu ft
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2005 Cadillac CTS Overview

2005 Cadillac CTS Pricing

2005 Cadillac CTS pricing starts at $3,543 for the CTS Sedan 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $33,595 when new. The range-topping 2005 CTS CTS-V Sedan 4D starts at $11,232 today, originally priced from $49,995.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
Sedan 4D
$33,595
$3,543
$49,995
$11,232

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2005 Cadillac CTS models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

CTS Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Cadillac CTS (2003-2007) a 4.4 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 88% recommend it. These figures are based on 524 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 2005 Cadillac CTS

"Very difficult to pump gasoline"

"otherwise I have been very happy with this car. It is still running after 296000miles"

"best vehicle owned"

"developed from the european catera by opel, Gm built a teriffic car."

"Tons of FUN !!!!!!"

"I have had several Ford Mustangs and a BMW M3 as far as sports cars go. Loved my Mustangs but as I got older I wanted more power and a nicer, more luxury style car. I had a couple CTS 6 cyclinders which are very nice but still didn't have the sound and power I wanted. My friend told me about the CTS-V so I had to have one. The new model is out of my price range so I bought a 2005 with 34K miles for 21 grand. It has a Corsa exhaust and K & N cold air intake installed. Man is this a fun car to drive!!! The Corsa exhaust gives it that soud I have missed from my Mustangs. Rear wheel drive and 6 speed with about 420 hp and the luxury aspect combind makes this my favorite car I have ever had. Just a blast to drive and looks great. OF course being a Cadillac it is really hard to find after market parts and not a lot of mechanics now how to work on them. You also must understand at 5 years old and being a sports car you are going to pay for your fun over the long hall so be prepared. Your not going to get 30 miles per gallon or have an easy and cheap fix for just about any problem. To me it is worth it but if you want something more economical this is not your car. If you want speed, power and luxury then pick one of these bad boys up and enjoy...."

Overall 2005 Cadillac CTS Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2005 Cadillac CTS is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2005 Cadillac CTS quality a 4.5 out of 5.

2005 Cadillac CTS Reliability

The 2005 Cadillac CTS receives an average consumer rating of 4.4 overall and a 4.5 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 2005 CTS Features

According to drivers of the 2005 CTS, here are some of its best features:

  • Very reliable and comfortable
  • Fun to drive, uses regular gasoline
  • Reliability, comfort, power, looks
  • Very dependable. Low upkeep.
  • A SPORTS CAR AND LUXERY CAR COMBINED

2005 Cadillac CTS MPG by Trim

2005 CTS Sedan 4D - city 16 MPG - hwy 25 MPG

2005 CTS CTS-V Sedan 4D - city 13 MPG - hwy 21 MPG

2005 CTS Safety

2005 Cadillac CTS Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Traction Control
  • Emergency & Security Services
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors
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2005 Cadillac CTS
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.4
Consumer Rating
Based on 524 Consumer Reviews
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88%Recommend this vehicle
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Value
4.5
Performance
4.6
Quality
4.5
Comfort
4.6
Reliability
4.5
Styling
4.7

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2005 Cadillac CTS Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
Sedan 4D
$3,543
19 MPG
255 @ 6200 RPM
V6, 3.6 Liter
12.5 cu ft
252 lb-ft
3509 lbs
CTS-V Sedan 4D
$11,232
16 MPG
400 @ 6000 RPM
V8, 5.7 Liter
12.5 cu ft
395 lb-ft
3850 lbs
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2005 Cadillac CTS Depreciation

A 2005 Cadillac CTS has depreciated $673 or 18% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $2,884 and trade-in value of $659.

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2005 Cadillac CTS Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
$145
$3,557
$1,579
2023
$368
$3,189
$1,005
2024
$127
$3,062
$864
Now
$178
$2,884
$659
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

2005 Cadillac CTS Depreciation

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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3509 lbs.
EPA Passenger
98.0 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
17.0 gallons
Front Head Room
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room
42.4 inches
Max Seating Capacity
5
Overall Length
190.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room
56.6 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
1000 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
12.5 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
35.5 feet
Wheel Base
113.4 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors
Rear Spoiler
Available

Fuel Economy

City
16 mpg
Highway
25 mpg
Combined
19 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission Type
Automatic
Recommended Fuel
Regular

Performance

Horsepower
255 @ 6200 RPM
Torque
252 @ 3200 rpm
Engine
V6, 3.6 Liter

Warranty

Basic
4 years / 50000 miles
Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / Unlimited miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • Premium Radio
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System

2005 Cadillac CTS Safety

2005 Cadillac CTS Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Traction Control
  • Emergency & Security Services
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors
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Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Front Side
4.0
Rear Side
5.0
Rollover Rating
4.0

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Price
$3,543
$3,826
$3,845
$3,950
Consumer Rating
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.6
Fuel Economy
City 16/Hwy 25/Comb 19 MPG
City 25/Hwy 37/Comb 30 MPG
City 22/Hwy 32/Comb 25 MPG
City 20/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity5555
Basic Warranty
4 years or 50000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
5 years or 60000 miles
5 years or 60000 miles
Horsepower
255 @ 6200 RPM
155 @ 6100 RPM
175 @ 6000 RPM
185 @ 6000 RPM
Engine
V6, 3.6 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.2 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.4 Liter
V6, 2.7 Liter
Drivetrain
RWD
FWD
FWD
FWD

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FAQs

Is 2005 a good year for a Cadillac CTS?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.4 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2005 CTS is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Cadillac CTS 2005 a good Sedan?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.4 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2005 CTS is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 2005 Cadillac CTS?

The 2005 Cadillac CTS gets 16 mpg in the city and 25 mpg on the highway.

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