Acceleration

Base	DHS	DTS	Class Average
7	7	7	6.5

Strong in all models: about 7 sec 0-60 mph. Transmission is smooth and responsive.

Fuel Economy

Base	DHS	DTS	Class Average
3	3	3	4.2

Test models averaged 14.6-16.7 mpg. Cadillac recommends 87-octane fuel in all models.

Ride Quality

Base	DHS	DTS	Class Average
9	9	8	8

Comfortable and absorbent, though sharp bumps sometimes pound through. Overall, just shy of top luxury imports.

Steering/Handling/Braking

Base	DHS	DTS	Class Average
6	6	7	6.6

DTS's handling holds its own against imported luxury sedans. Base, DHS are competent, but with smaller tires, not so athletic. Good stopping power, but some testers think brake-pedal feel is mushy.

Quietness

Base	DHS	DTS	Class Average
8	8	8	7.5

Wind and road noise hushed. Powertrain is smooth and refined.

Controls

Base	DHS	DTS	Class Average
6	6	6	5.3

DHS/DTS analog gauges better than base model's digital; both legible. Most controls large, clearly labeled. Night Vision projects onto windshield a small, fuzzy black-and-white image of heat-generating objects down the road; doesn't interfere with normal vision and can be dimmed or switched off. Haven't yet tested DVD navigation system, but the optional satellite radio delivers crisp, high-quality audio provided you have unobstructed access to the sky. Radio display also lists song title and artist. Cabin materials, workmanship tops among domestic brands, though the best imports are better overall.

Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)

Base	DHS	DTS	Class Average
8	9	9	7.8

Few sedans are more spacious or comfortable, but a middle rider can still feel squeezed. DHS/DTS standard "massaging" seats and optional air-bladder adaptive seats don't enhance comfort much.

Room/Comfort (rear)

Base	DHS	DTS	Class Average
9	9	9	7

Plenty of leg and head room. Firm, generous cushion. Wide enough for three adults. Doors open wide for easy exit.

Cargo Room

Base	DHS	DTS	Class Average
6	6	6	4.9

Four-golf-bag trunk opens at bumper level. Good interior storage space.

Value within Class

Base	DHS	DTS	Class Average
7	8	8	4.6

Spacious and powerful, DeVille brims with space-age gizmos, and is priced below most V8 luxury rivals. Affluent younger buyers still favor imports, but this Cadillac's virtues make it worth considering.

Total Score

Base	DHS	DTS	Class Average
69	71	71	62.4

Scores for all Premium Large Cars

Low Score		51
Average Score		62
High Score		78