Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
19 -22 City / 27 -31 HWY
Horsepower
272 -335
Seats
4 -5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Rich Warno
Nice car and service.
Great design.Beautiful car.Comfortable. Super service department They go out of their way to help you.Which counts alot.
accountCircle Amy J
Love my ats! Huge upgrade from my ford fusion.
None so far! I love that I have the free oil change for my first 36k miles. It is very dependable car. Rides nice but still feels sporty. The backseat is a little small for an average adult. Definitely wouldn't buy for a family who may ride in the car a lot or with car seats.
accountCircle Burnell M
My Cadillac can go on premium gas all the time.
My Cadillac is a reliable transportation for my everyday needs and wants. I put premium gas in it to make sure I am able to travel back and forth from home. I enjoy the comfort of knowing that my Cadillac is resourceful with driving from state to state and does not require that much maintenance as long as you change the oil and tires rotated and engine clean.
accountCircle Ali S
Phantom gray, leather seats, moonroof, navigation, heated steering wheel
Amazing vehicle; it's very realizable and drives so smooth, it's got all the features and very luxurious.
accountCircle Ed A
Cadillac ATS, fun to drive.
Well made car, no glaring deficiency. Exterior is good looking and excellent quality and workmanship. Engine is powerful an receptive without being over consumptive. Interior is comfortable and well designed. Only issue is with CUE system which is a little difficult to navigate.
accountCircle Clarence W
Luxury with premium details.
I have not had any major problems. I have the oil changed on a regular basics. My ats has all of the comforts and features a person could ask for in the Cadillac ats. The leather seats are fully adjustable and offer heating and air cooled. The entertainment features include Sirius radio and much, much more. This is a premium vehicle for the price.
accountCircle Amani B
The vehicle is very tech savvy.
The technology freezes. Bluetooth is annoying because it does not connect right away especially if you turn the Bluetooth off. And the navigation glitches a lot. Other than that I love this car. The interior is great and very different than other cars because of the technology. It is really small though so it is not great for younger children because a car seat will not fit in it.
accountCircle Lanette N
Cadillac ats a smooth ride.
Cadillac ats is a smooth ride. It handles extremely well. It is the best looking car on the road. The Cadillac cue however is always having to be hard reset from glitching out. The cue issues are not related to the vehicle itself. It is just isolated to the que. This is something that can be frustrating but can be dealt it. The hard reset is easy to do and really takes no effort at all. Overall this is a great car and I don't regret the purchase of this vehicle because of how great everything else is. The comfort of the ride is awesome. It really is like riding on cloud.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Shannon M
Having a smaller Cadillac has it is down sides.
The performance is a bit sticky. Takes a second for it to accelerate. Riding as a passenger is very uncomfortable. The ride is not smooth and the g-force when accelerating, at any speed, can make the passenger nauseated instantly. The trunk space is underrated, as a full size golf bag is difficult to maneuver into the trunk.
accountCircle Luna S
That my car is beautiful, represents me, and proves that I am better than others.
I like that it goes fast. I like that the brakes work. I like the lights, and the way the car moves in general.

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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RWD Sedan
272 HP 23-25 MPG 5 Seats
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AWD Sedan
272 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats
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RWD Coupe
272 HP 23-25 MPG 4 Seats
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Luxury RWD Sedan
272 HP 23-25 MPG 5 Seats
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AWD Coupe
272 HP 25 MPG 4 Seats
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Luxury AWD Sedan
272 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats
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Luxury RWD Coupe
272 HP 23-25 MPG 4 Seats
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Luxury AWD Coupe
272 HP 25 MPG 4 Seats
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Premium Luxury RWD Sedan
335 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats
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Premium Luxury AWD Sedan
335 HP 22 MPG 5 Seats
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Premium Performance RWD Sedan
335 HP 24 MPG 5 Seats
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Premium Luxury RWD Coupe
335 HP 24 MPG 4 Seats
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2018 Cadillac ATS Owner Reviews

4.59
27 Reviews
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5 stars 70%
4 stars 22%
3 stars 4%
2 stars 4%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Andy B on April 28, 2021
2018 Cadillac ats: can transport the kid but not a dad car.
Have been driving the Cadillac ats for a few months. The turbo engine has a lot of pep and the handling is great. Overall it has been really fun to drive and so far I haven't had any issues. It is a little tight with a rear facing car seat in the back but it does fit without any issues.
accountCircle Ethan M on March 27, 2021
My luxury sedan Cadillac.
I love the technology in the vehicle and I like the quality and comfort of the car. It is sporty for a luxury vehicle. It is fairly priced to compete with the other sporty luxury sedans in the market. Cadillac is the best in my opinion. You cannot go wrong with a nice gm product.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Ron L.

Good gas mileage. Comfortable. Suspension and brakes. Stylish interior with a good sound system. Hands free features are nice when the vehicle is in motion meanwhile the GPS system is a nice addition to the slick interior.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Ron L.

Not roomy enough as you feel cramped with not enough storage space. Horsepower could be better as the nice flex fuel type of function is good it does not accelerate from a stop and go movement. Better tires from the factory and more rim options.

Ranks #9 Luxury Small Cars by Owners

The 2018 Cadillac ATS has an average owner rating of 4.62 out of 5 which ranks it #9 of 19 other Luxury Small Cars.

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4.9
2
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4.83
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4.59

Ranks #8 Luxury Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2018 Cadillac ATS has a combined MPG of 34 which ranks it #8 of 19 other Luxury Small Cars.

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43 MPG
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40 MPG
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30 MPG

Is The 2018 Cadillac ATS A Good Car?

Yes,I think so, that is why I decided to buy it. It has all of the features that I look for in a luxury vehicle. The ride is wonderful, and the interior is soothing to the eye.
Clarence W.

How Reliable Is The 2018 Cadillac ATS?

Yes it is very reliable. I have it serviced when needed. I have made several trips to other states and have not had any problems yet.
Clarence W.

Is The 2018 Cadillac ATS A Good Value?

I purchased it for 41,000. It is fully equipped and all of the amenities that I love. Yes I think that I did receive a very good deal on the purchase.
Clarence W.

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Safety & Reliability

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*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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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