2005 Cadillac DeVille Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999

Crash Test Rating

Source NHTSA

MPG (up to)

17 -18 City / 24 -26 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

275 -290

Seats

5 -6

Positive Owner Reviews

Emily S

Cadillacs and gas prices!

Cadillacs are known for oil leaks mine has a minor one but it runs smooth and easy. Great starter car if you can pay for gas. I only commute to college and work and back home so I usually have a gas tank that lasts. If you want something great with low miles and people will be in awe for get a Cadillac!

Linda M

Comfort, good looks and dependability, it must be a Cadillac.

I love this car! It can carry 5 adults very easy and in comfort. It is roomy and has lots of legroom. The ride is smooth and there is no road noise. The air and heat is distributed evenly throughout the car. It has safety features that keep you from being left on the side of the road. They allow you to 'limp home'.

Shannon D

Why I love my 2005 Cadillac Deville.

My 2005 Cadillac Deville is an amazing vehicle. Comfort at its finest and drives so smooth. The seat are leather for that luxury executive feel. Equipped with easy to use seat controls for great positioning. The steering wheel has all the radio and thermostat controllers for easy access without ever removing hand from the wheel. I really love the digital dashboard and how simplified Cadillac makes it to identify indicators and checking the system. In just a few clicks I can check oil and transmission levels, tire pressure, and more. My caddy is of course a v8 NorthStar so I do not pass up to many gas stations. I always run at lease 89 octane gas from shell or 91 from other petrol stations. My caddy in also equipped with OnStar and Sirius XM radio which an amazing sounding stock system. You should watch it with that back speaker with so much bass, it will cause a popping sound. I just fade the levels more to the front and sound great. Overall I love this 15-16 year old car it still turns head all white perfect condition.

jayne d

Very smooth ride. Sporty looking vehicle.. Good gas mileage.

It is very economical. Smooth riding and sporty looking

Scott B

The car is big in size. This car can fit up to 7 mid-size adults.

When driving down the highway it feels as if your gliding down the rode, instead of riding in a car. The only problem is you must change oil every 6 months. Furthermore, the oil gets on the rim of the tire well so bad. This cause you to wash your car tire more often.

Gerald K

It is a Cadillac and comes with everything that one would expect from a Cadillac.

Great gas mileage, extremely comfortable, great trunk space

Katrina J

Great dependable car. Stylish and runs smooth. Would recommend to others.

It's a really dependable vehicle with good gas mileage. No complaints.

Brenda T

It really should not be used in a rural area. I live down a 3/4 mile dirt lane with holes, etc. It is rough on a luxury car.

I love the tinted windows. I have difficulty driving at night. I also love that the seats heat or cool as needed per season. I like the roominess of the car and the large trunk. I like that I can adjust the height of the seat to my comfort level.

Negative Owner Reviews

Jessica U

It don't like to start the first time.

The car will shut off after barely tapping steering wheel. The suspension in the back tires goes out and car gets real close to back tires. The sensors went out on the tires to check the tire pressure. The car is having problems starting. Takes ten times or more before it will start.

Carl D

Very nice car with leather and a good suspension.

I have a 2005 Deville it runs and drives great. Starts every time. Has ac and good heating. . Heated seats and cooling seats. Has a very nice Bose stereo system. . With a CD changer that holds 6 CD's and it also has a subwoofer. White on white leather seats and a moonroof. Chrome spoke tires. And a 8 liter engine. Very good ride.

Kellee M

The higher cost of everything like repairs and license plate renewals.

Any kinds of repairs are expensive. My license plate is more expensive to renew. But overall it is a pretty nice comfortable ride.

Casey T

Not so base 2005 Cadillac deville base model.

I like this car a lot. With regular maintenance, it is very reliable and gets great gas mileage. I also appreciate that even though it is the base model, it has a lot of options most cars do not have even in their most upgraded condition. It is amazingly comfortable.

Jennifer C

Very comfy. She's beautiful.

Very comfortable. Great ride. 1. Decent gas mileage. Always has been reliable. Its sleek. What i don't like is it finally had an engine issue. Head gaskets blew.

Sierra R

It gets me where I need to go. It still does the job.

My car is getting old. It shakes when it is idling and the computer part is always off.

Alfred H

It's a Cadillac and Cadillacs are the "King" of cars.

What I like is that it's very stylish and roomy. What I dislike is the cost of repairs. Also the cost of parts are too expensive.

Cynda B

I think that the car is a little to large which makes it difficult to park. I would like it to be more efficient on gas. I wish it did not cost so much to repair.

Cadillac is a great brand of car to have, but be sure that you can afford to get it regularly taken care of

Cadillac DeVille Models

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

Base

275 HP 22-22 MPG 6 Seats

w/Livery Pkg

275 HP 22-22 MPG 5 Seats

DHS

275 HP 22-22 MPG 6 Seats

DTS

290 HP 21-21 MPG 5 Seats

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2005 Cadillac DeVille Owner Reviews

4.34

53 Reviews

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5 stars

55%

4 stars

28%

3 stars

15%

2 stars

1 star

Rita K on March 20, 2021

The Cadillac has been the most reliable.

My car will be 14 years old this November and has not caused me any problems until about 10 years of age. I had to replace the radio/cd/gps system at approximately $1200 and in 2 years it died again. I have not replaced it but it had to be disconnected because it drained my battery twice. As a result, I no longer have the backup responding sounds if I get too close to something.

martha b on March 11, 2021

It is a good dependable car.it is easy to drive & gives you a great ride.

No complaints. It is a very comfortable car to travel in. It gets pretty good gas mileage

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Pros from Owners

Jarrett F.

It drives smooth, the interior is very classy looking and also has Northstar. Plenty of power. It requires 93 supreme fuel however, but that's what makes it drive so smooth without shaking. Very spacious, as well as the trunk. And overall just a great car.

Linda M.

The car is fuel efficient. Very comfortable, still looks new. Low maintenance. Has over 150,000 miles and is still going strong. If I were buying another car, it would be another Cadillac. They have the smoothest ride, look good and last a long time if cared for correctly.

Cons from Owners

Jarrett F.

The only cons I would have for this car would be the requirement to use 93 premium fuel and the maintenance of the vehicle. As long as you keep it properly maintained there's no problem; however, the parts for any Cadillac usually are higher than most other brands of cars including transmissions, engines and motors.

Linda M.

The only con is, they stopped making the deville in 2005. I had a 2002, 2004 and this 2005 deville's. They were all great. I will have to research other Cadillac models before I buy my next car. I still want that Cadillac ride.

Ranks #7 Luxury Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2005 Cadillac DeVille has an average owner rating of 4.50 out of 5 which ranks it #7 of 19 other Luxury Midsize Cars.

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Ranks #5 Luxury Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2005 Cadillac DeVille has a combined MPG of 28 which ranks it #5 of 19 other Luxury Midsize Cars.

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Is The 2005 Cadillac DeVille A Good Car?

Yes we have never had any issues other than a water pump belt super easy to fix and wasn't too expensive very roomy and okay on gas.

M G.

Yes it's a great vehicle smooth ride, doesn't do well in gas but worth every penny. Very spacious in the front and the back no complaints.

Mo J.

Absolutely !! The gas mileage is beyond amazing in this vehicle. It features heated and cooled seats which make having leather bearable. The back seat is huge and so is the trunk. The headlights are... Read More

Heather R.

Yes it is..I don't like the Northstar engine though. But yes it is a good vehicle. Its American made and reliable.

Asia M.

How Reliable Is The 2005 Cadillac DeVille?

We have little to no issues at all very roomy and reliable we didn't spend much on it either very good quality.

M G.

It is reliable if it's not 10 years or older ounces it hits that 5 year Mark Little things need to be replace, thermostat, timing belt, starter, etc.

Mo J.

The Cadillac Seville is reliable it is my most reliable vehicle. The only issue it has is a dead cylinder in cylinder 1 but the car has no problem with gas mileage or anything due to that underlying... Read More

Beverly C.

No it does not have any problems except for the North Star engine is very difficult to deal with and lots of mechanics didn't want to work on it.

Tracy K.

Is The 2005 Cadillac DeVille A Good Value?

We spent $2000 and it had 16000 miles it was an awesome deal that couldn't be beat I believe it's truly worth its value you will not be disappointed.

M G.

30000 for a mint condition, it's ok depending miles and they wear and tear simply because of how costly it is to fix.

Mo J.

1500 plus trade in and yes it was a wonderful deal is what I acquired this Cadillac Deville for. Usually these cars range 5 to 6,000 and so I pretty much got a steal.

A L.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the 2005 Cadillac DeVille have a timing belt or chain?

Answer: The 2005 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a timing chain. Unlike a belt, which requires routine replacement, a chain is designed to last the life of the vehicle. However, there are exceptions. This part is...

What's the 2005 Cadillac DeVille power steering fluid type?

Answer: The power steering system in a 2005 Cadillac DeVille uses standard power steering fluid which can be purchased at any local auto parts store. Cadillac does not give a specific interval for changing the fluid so...

What's the cadillac deville tune up cost?

Answer: A tune up for a Cadillac DeVille can vary greatly, depending on what tune up parts are provided during the service. These various parts and types can cost You anywhere in a range from $2 to over $406. If You...

What should the coolant temperature be on a cadillac deville?

Answer: While the idle temperature of the car doesnt matter, the standard or average operating temperature of the coolant going into a Cadillac DeVille should always be steadily between 160 and 190 degrees Fahrenheit....

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

Overall

Front

Rollover

Side

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

(Not Tested)

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety