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2000 Cadillac DeVille Road Test
Date Published: 9/18/08
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Our road test for the 2000 Cadillac DeVille includes a full evaluation of the
2000 Cadillac DeVille from the inside out. We evaluate not only engine and
handling performance for the 2000 Cadillac DeVille, but also interior cabin
and cargo space. Let our comprehensive road test ratings for the
2000 Cadillac DeVille help you decide if a 2000 Cadillac DeVille is right for
you.
2000 Cadillac DeVille Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Acceleration | Navigation system controls |
| Build quality | Fuel economy |
| Entry/exit | Rear visibility |
| Interior materials | |
| Quietness | |
| Passenger and cargo room | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Acceleration is strong in all models at about 7 seconds 0-60 mph, and there's abundant power throughout the speed range.
| Base | DTS | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 6.4 |
Acceleration is strong in all models at about 7 seconds 0-60 mph, and there's abundant power throughout the speed range.
Fuel Economy
Our test DTS averaged a palatable 16.7 mpg. Cadillac recommends 91-octane fuel, but says the Northstar V8s now perform almost the same on less-expensive regular gas.
| Base | DTS | Class Average |
| 3 | 3 | 4.3 |
Our test DTS averaged a palatable 16.7 mpg. Cadillac recommends 91-octane fuel, but says the Northstar V8s now perform almost the same on less-expensive regular gas.
Ride Quality
Cadillac is trying to make DeVille appeal to a younger audience, and it shows in the 2000 models' dynamics. DeVille's comfortable ride isn't compromised, it's just more controlled.
| Base | DTS | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7.5 |
Cadillac is trying to make DeVille appeal to a younger audience, and it shows in the 2000 models' dynamics. DeVille's comfortable ride isn't compromised, it's just more controlled.
Steering/Handling/Braking
The DTS easily holds its own against imported luxury sedans. And while base and DHS models aren't quite so athletic, they're still a welcome improvement over their predecessors.
| Base | DTS | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 5.9 |
The DTS easily holds its own against imported luxury sedans. And while base and DHS models aren't quite so athletic, they're still a welcome improvement over their predecessors.
Quietness
Extra sound-deadening wrapped around a tighter new platform filters out most wind and road noise.
| Base | DTS | Class Average |
| 8 | 8 | 7.7 |
Extra sound-deadening wrapped around a tighter new platform filters out most wind and road noise.
Controls
We prefer the analog gauges to the base model's dated digital array, but neither is obstructed or illegible. Dashboard and steering wheel hold an abundance of controls and most are large and clearly labeled.
| Base | DTS | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 5.5 |
We prefer the analog gauges to the base model's dated digital array, but neither is obstructed or illegible. Dashboard and steering wheel hold an abundance of controls and most are large and clearly labeled.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Few sedans are more spacious or comfortable. Outboard positions have stretch-out room, but a middle rider on the front bench seat will feel squeezed.
| Base | DTS | Class Average |
| 8 | 9 | 7.6 |
Few sedans are more spacious or comfortable. Outboard positions have stretch-out room, but a middle rider on the front bench seat will feel squeezed.
Room/Comfort (rear)
There's plenty of leg and head clearance, a firm, generous cushion, and width enough for three adults. Rear temperature control and the DHS's sunshades and adjustable lumbar are useful amenities.
| Base | DTS | Class Average |
| 9 | 9 | 6.8 |
There's plenty of leg and head clearance, a firm, generous cushion, and width enough for three adults. Rear temperature control and the DHS's sunshades and adjustable lumbar are useful amenities.
Cargo Room
Interior storage space is good, and the 4-golf-bag trunk opens at bumper level.
| Base | DTS | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 4.4 |
Interior storage space is good, and the 4-golf-bag trunk opens at bumper level.
Value within Class
Spacious and powerful, this Cadillac brims with space-age gizmos and is priced below most V8 luxury rivals. Affluent younger shoppers still tend to favor imports, but DeVille's new virtues do indeed broaden its appeal.
| Base | DTS | Class Average |
| 5 | 6 | 3.8 |
Spacious and powerful, this Cadillac brims with space-age gizmos and is priced below most V8 luxury rivals. Affluent younger shoppers still tend to favor imports, but DeVille's new virtues do indeed broaden its appeal.
Total Score
| Base | DTS | Class Average |
| 64 | 66 | 59.9 |
Scores for all Premium Large Cars
| Low Score | 50 | |
| Average Score | 59 | |
| High Score | 72 |
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