2013 Cadillac ATS Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
18 -20 City / 26 -30 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
272 -321
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Angela M
Driving in luxury and comfort.
I love my vehicle. I purchased it new in 2013. I have recently had to have work done. It has over 100,000 miles and has been an extremely reliable vehicle. I love that I am able to use my iPhone or iPad to start it. I can even do this when I am in the air. The heated seats and heated steering wheel are great features for the winter months. I also have a sunroof and enjoy using it during the summer months.
accountCircle Erin B
The screen cracks in extreme heat and cold.
I love my vehicle for comfort, luxury, etc. The only thing I do not like is the screen cracks in extreme heat or cold.
accountCircle Diana G
Overall, a great luxury sedan.
Very comfortable and performs well the first 5 years, and excellent warranty good for up to 50,000 miles. However, as soon as it hit 50,000 miles ( and warranty ended), things started happening like overheating, needed new radiator, oil leak, catalytic converter and thermostat issue. Overall, I have been very happy with the vehicle though.
accountCircle Flip W
The Perfect JUST FOR ME car
Great on gas burns regular air blows very cold an overall perfect vehicle. Low maintenance and luxurious interior. Seats are customizable and the only complaint is the blind spots. This is a unisex vehicle with great mileage perfect for over the road trips or daily driving
accountCircle Amanda M
Luxury in a compact vehicle.
This car is comfortable compared to others its size. This model offers all the amenities you would expect a Cadillac to have,... Leather, heated seats, bluetooth, sunroof, large touchscreen, rear camera. Drives as a sportier car. I love it.
accountCircle Eliana N
Safety features are the best in Cadillac.
I love the safety features it comes with. I also love how smooth it is to drive and how wonderful the steering is. I really enjoy driving it. One problem I do have is the brakes though they are started to feel not as smooth. Overall I really love this car though it makes me feel safe.
accountCircle Jean K
It's made in America! Always has been and, Lord willing, always will be.
It is a sporty luxury vehicle that rides like a dream. It's fully loaded with everything from a backup camera to a heated steering wheel. Gas mileage is average, but worth it!
accountCircle Kevin R
The bumper to bumper warranty. This includes the tires
The car is very fast. Has very nice handling. Has navigation and camera in the back. Has run flat tires. Moonroof. Comes with cadillac engraved ipad

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Rob W
Problems that a luxury sedan shouldn't have.
The Cue system touch screen goes bad every 2.5 to 3 years, and it's a $1500 repair. Sensors that disable the turbo have failed 3 times. Sensors that cut power to the engine failed once on a bridge. It would seem to me that GM should have these sorts of issues resolved after offering engine sensors for decades.
accountCircle Peter M
I would not buy the Ats again.
I do not like that the Ats comes with run flat tires. The ride is not smooth with the run slats. The Cadillac cue system was nice at first but I had a problem with the screen. It froze up and needed to be replaced. The cost was$2000. Other than that I have had no problems with the car. It has great pick up and is very quick
accountCircle Lillian O
The ats is a fun car to drive!
This car drives well and is comfortable and reliable. I also feel safe driving it. I was rear-ended hard at one point, and the car suffered very minimal damage. I was also not hurt in the accident. . The only issue that I have had is with the entertainment system. It has given me trouble for years and is expensive to replace. . Overall, though, it is a very nice car that performs well and is fun to drive!
accountCircle Cliff
ATS 2013
Including a complete rebuild of the transmission, in a year and half I have spent over 20k on repairs for my 2013 ATS 2.0. I do have around 150k miles.
accountCircle Melissa A
2013 Cadillac ats issues with digital screen.
Issues with digital screen stopped working after 2 years but gradually kept getting worse. When I told dealership about the issue they said the factory had warned them about certain models having this problem and that it was common. Will probably never be buying a car of this make ever again.
accountCircle Victoria M
I enjoy the Bluetooth in my car.
My car is a little old. And when it rains the car gets flooded. So it is a hard struggle for the rainy days. As well the engine sometimes stops during the traffic. The seats are a little hard to move depending how your size. I just wish I could afford a new car and not have any problems with this car.
accountCircle Hannah H
It's a nice car, but it takes a lot of maintenance.
The Cadillac cue screen doesn't work, the ac is broken, the door handle fell off, it makes a rattling noise,
accountCircle Travis W
The detail I love the most is the hand shift wheel switch.
Great machine fast good on gas fully loaded problems with CD changer but overall great car it comes with 17in alloy wheels nice leather and the Cadillac cue system is nice. I also like the three modes you can drive the car in sport, tour, and for long distance drives.

Cadillac ATS Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Base
272 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats
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Luxury
321 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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Performance
321 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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Premium
321 HP 21 MPG 5 Seats
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2013 Cadillac ATS Owner Reviews

4.32
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5 stars 48%
4 stars 37%
3 stars 15%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Germaine on June 20, 2021
The car shuts off in traffic
I had my ATS for almost 2 years now I have this problem where it cuts off when at red lights. Has anyone else had this issue and what was the problem. No check engine light is on. Can't even get the Cadillac dealer to tell me what the problem is. Other than that I love the car.
accountCircle Melissa A on April 20, 2021
2013 Cadillac ats issues with digital screen.
Issues with digital screen stopped working after 2 years but gradually kept getting worse. When I told dealership about the issue they said the factory had warned them about certain models having this problem and that it was common. Will probably never be buying a car of this make ever again.
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Ranks #14 Luxury Small Cars by Owners

The 2013 Cadillac ATS has an average owner rating of 4.41 out of 5 which ranks it #14 of 17 other Luxury Small Cars.

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2013 Audi S5
5
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4.77
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2013 Cadillac ATS
4.32

Ranks #4 Luxury Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2013 Cadillac ATS has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #4 of 16 other Luxury Small Cars.

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2013 Acura ILX
39 MPG
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2013 BMW 3 Series
36 MPG
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2013 Cadillac ATS
30 MPG

Is The 2013 Cadillac ATS A Good Car?

Yes it is a good vehicle it drives well, feels good and makes me look fantastic and also everybody loves it
Alyssa R.
Yes, the 2013 Cadillac ATS is a good vehicle. It was handed down to me by my father and I drive the vehicle to work.
Tatiana V.

How Reliable Is The 2013 Cadillac ATS?

Yes it is very reliable it hasn't gave me any problems like any other vehicles I've ever drove so if you ask me then go buy it
Lucian R.
The 2013 Cadillac ATS is somewhat reliable because I use it to get to work but it is sort of out of fashion.
Dee L.

Is The 2013 Cadillac ATS A Good Value?

Well I'm leasing it for 270 a month. The value is good it helps me save on my bills my lifestyle and everything that comes with money
Jordan H.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2013 Cadillac ATS spare tire location?

Answer: The spare tire in the 2013 Cadillac ATS is located in the trunk area below the floor mat. To open the trunk, the doors have to be unlocked then reach above the license plate and pull slightly toward You to...

What's the 2013 Cadillac ATS fuel pump location?

Answer: The fuel pump for a 2013 Cadillac ATS is going to be located on the gas tank itself. You're going to need to put Your vehicle up on jacks in order to access it easily. This model is going to weight between 3300...

What's the 2013 Cadillac ATS fuel filter location?

Answer: Among the three different engine configurations of the 2013 Cadillac ATS, only one has a serviceable fuel filter; You won't find it on the 2.5L 4Cylinder or the 3.5L 6 cylinder. These integrate the fuel filter...

What's the 2013 cadillac ats wheel bolt pattern?

Answer: The 2013 Cadillac ATS wheel bolt pattern iS5 X115 mm. This part will need to be changed out eventually. You should change Your tires every 30,000 to 50,000 miles. You don't want to get into any wrecks on the...
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Safety & Reliability

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

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Side

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Roof Strength

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Driver-side Overlap Front

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*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety