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2007 Cadillac DTS Full Review
Date Published: 3/26/08
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2007 Cadillac DTS Review
Cadillac's largest car returns little-changed for 2007. All DTS models have front-wheel drive and a 4.6-liter V8 with 4-speed automatic transmission. Base, Luxury I, Luxury II, and Performance models are offered. Base and Luxury have 275 hp. Performance models have 292 hp, firmer suspension tuning with automatic-adjusting shock absorbers, and 18-inch wheels vs. 17s. Every DTS has ABS, traction control, front side airbags, and curtain side airbags. Also standard are leather upholstery, remote engine start, load-leveling suspension, xenon headlights, and OnStar assistance. An available front bench seat on Luxury versions increases passenger capacity to six from five. A sunroof is optional. An antiskid system and front/rear obstacle detection are standard on Luxury I, II, and Performance models. So are heated/cooled front seats and heated rear seats. Optional on these models are a navigation system with voice recognition and adaptive cruise control.
Competition
Consumer Guide® Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Premium Large Cars are top-of-the-line sedans in size and luxury. Many are manufacturer flagships and/or showcases for the newest automotive technology. Some have six-figure price tags.
Our Best Buy is the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Our Recommended picks are the Audi A8 and Cadillac DTS.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Lexus LS and Volvo S80.
Our Best Buy is the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Our Recommended picks are the Audi A8 and Cadillac DTS.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Lexus LS and Volvo S80.
News
A renamed rear-wheel-drive replacement for DTS is reportedly in the works as 2010 or 2011 model. It will likely use the "Zeta" global platform engineered by GM's Australian branch and which bows in North America with the new 2008 Pontiac G8 sedan. Zeta will also be the likely basis for a new flagship Buick sedan and a possible new rear-drive Chevrolet Impala. Both should appear in the same time frame as the DTS replacement.
A rumored Cadillac "Ultra Luxury Sedan" may still be on GM's agenda, but is way down on the priority list. GM remains very busy trying to improve sales and profits, so expensive "vanity" projects are on hold or being reevaluated. If a grand luxe Caddy does emerge, it would probably start at around $120,000 in today's money. It would target top-tier entries from Audi, BMW, Lexus and Mercedes.
A rumored Cadillac "Ultra Luxury Sedan" may still be on GM's agenda, but is way down on the priority list. GM remains very busy trying to improve sales and profits, so expensive "vanity" projects are on hold or being reevaluated. If a grand luxe Caddy does emerge, it would probably start at around $120,000 in today's money. It would target top-tier entries from Audi, BMW, Lexus and Mercedes.
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2007 Cadillac DTS Road Test
| Pros | Cons |
| Acceleration | Fuel economy |
| Quietness | |
| Passenger room | |
Consumer Guide® Road Test Ratings
Acceleration
Both V8s furnish punchy takeoffs--about 7.0 sec 0-60 mph in our tests--and fine merging and passing power. Most premium cars have automatic transmissions with more than four speeds. Testers divided on behavior of DTS's 4-speed: Some cite quick response, others slow downshifts.
| Luxury II w/nav. sys. | Performance | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7.3 |
Both V8s furnish punchy takeoffs--about 7.0 sec 0-60 mph in our tests--and fine merging and passing power. Most premium cars have automatic transmissions with more than four speeds. Testers divided on behavior of DTS's 4-speed: Some cite quick response, others slow downshifts.
Fuel Economy
Test Luxury model averaged 23.7 mpg in mostly highway driving, 18.7 with more city work. Test Performance averaged 14.4 in mostly city driving. Cadillac recommends premium-grade fuel for all DTSs.
| Luxury II w/nav. sys. | Performance | Class Average |
| 5 | 5 | 3.9 |
Test Luxury model averaged 23.7 mpg in mostly highway driving, 18.7 with more city work. Test Performance averaged 14.4 in mostly city driving. Cadillac recommends premium-grade fuel for all DTSs.
Ride Quality
Base suspension comfortably smothers most bumps, but allows some float, wander over large moguls. Firmer Performance setup checks body motions with little comfort penalty, despite 18-inch wheels and lower-profile tires.
| Luxury II w/nav. sys. | Performance | Class Average |
| 8 | 7 | 8.4 |
Base suspension comfortably smothers most bumps, but allows some float, wander over large moguls. Firmer Performance setup checks body motions with little comfort penalty, despite 18-inch wheels and lower-profile tires.
Steering/Handling/Braking
No-surprises competent, but compromised by size and heft. In Luxury models, even moderately fast turns induce much body lean, noseplow. Performance version feels more stable, confident. Large turning circle. All DTSs reassure with available antiskid system and brakes that deliver short, no-drama stops.
| Luxury II w/nav. sys. | Performance | Class Average |
| 5 | 6 | 6.8 |
No-surprises competent, but compromised by size and heft. In Luxury models, even moderately fast turns induce much body lean, noseplow. Performance version feels more stable, confident. Large turning circle. All DTSs reassure with available antiskid system and brakes that deliver short, no-drama stops.
Quietness
Modest wind noise at any speed, but coarse-surface tire thrum a bit high by premium-class standards. Engine growls pleasantly while accelerating, especially with Performance model, but is subdued otherwise.
| Luxury II w/nav. sys. | Performance | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 8.5 |
Modest wind noise at any speed, but coarse-surface tire thrum a bit high by premium-class standards. Engine growls pleasantly while accelerating, especially with Performance model, but is subdued otherwise.
Controls
Clear analog gauges. Mostly handy minor controls, but some switch icons not obvious, others too small, hard to read in daylight. Refreshingly, climate controls are independent of optional navigation system, which absorbs but doesn't complicate audio functions. Test cars disappointed with minor squeaks, rattles. Plethora of padded cabin surfaces impresses; overall quality of interior materials bests Lincoln, but trails most import rivals.
| Luxury II w/nav. sys. | Performance | Class Average |
| 7 | 7 | 7.4 |
Clear analog gauges. Mostly handy minor controls, but some switch icons not obvious, others too small, hard to read in daylight. Refreshingly, climate controls are independent of optional navigation system, which absorbs but doesn't complicate audio functions. Test cars disappointed with minor squeaks, rattles. Plethora of padded cabin surfaces impresses; overall quality of interior materials bests Lincoln, but trails most import rivals.
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front)
Among roomiest, most comfortable big sedans, though available bench seat may squeeze a middle rider. Bucket seats all-day comfortable. Ample seat/steering wheel adjustments cater to most any driver. Some testers laud Luxury II's massage feature, others find it annoying; activation switch hard to reach in any case. Driver visibility a bit restricted to right rear, directly aft.
| Luxury II w/nav. sys. | Performance | Class Average |
| 9 | 9 | 8.9 |
Among roomiest, most comfortable big sedans, though available bench seat may squeeze a middle rider. Bucket seats all-day comfortable. Ample seat/steering wheel adjustments cater to most any driver. Some testers laud Luxury II's massage feature, others find it annoying; activation switch hard to reach in any case. Driver visibility a bit restricted to right rear, directly aft.
Room/Comfort (rear)
Good overall room on supportive seat, though tow space tight. Sufficient width for a middle adult, though center backrest section very hard. Easy entry/exit.
| Luxury II w/nav. sys. | Performance | Class Average |
| 9 | 9 | 8 |
Good overall room on supportive seat, though tow space tight. Sufficient width for a middle adult, though center backrest section very hard. Easy entry/exit.
Cargo Room
Trunk swallows four golf bags and more through large, bumper-level opening. Center pass-through opening too small to be of real use. Interior storage space limited.
| Luxury II w/nav. sys. | Performance | Class Average |
| 6 | 6 | 5.2 |
Trunk swallows four golf bags and more through large, bumper-level opening. Center pass-through opening too small to be of real use. Interior storage space limited.
Value within Class
In this price range, Cadillac leaves any sporting pretensions to its rear- and all-wheel-drive STS models. The front-drive DTS aims for the traditional American-luxury-car buyer, and scores. It's powerful, roomy, and refined, and matches most rivals for standard safety features. Starting in the low-to-mid $40,000s, the base and Luxury I versions are particularly strong Recommended values.
| Luxury II w/nav. sys. | Performance | Class Average |
| 8 | 7 | 5.7 |
In this price range, Cadillac leaves any sporting pretensions to its rear- and all-wheel-drive STS models. The front-drive DTS aims for the traditional American-luxury-car buyer, and scores. It's powerful, roomy, and refined, and matches most rivals for standard safety features. Starting in the low-to-mid $40,000s, the base and Luxury I versions are particularly strong Recommended values.
Total Score
| Luxury II w/nav. sys. | Performance | Class Average |
| 71 | 70 | 70.1 |
Scores for all Premium Large Cars
| Low Score | 61 | |
| Average Score | 70 | |
| High Score | 87 |
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2007 Cadillac DTS Prices & Equipment
Model Prices
Prices Updated: 04/16/2007
| Trim Name | Retail Price | Dealer Invoice | Destination Charge |
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| Base 4-door sedan | $41,525 | $38,826 | $820 |
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| Luxury I 4-door sedan | $44,525 | $41,631 | $820 |
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| Luxury II 4-door sedan | $46,845 | $43,800 | $820 |
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| Performance 4-door sedan | $48,895 | $45,717 | $820 |
Pricing Key: Retail prices listed with each report are set by the vehicle's
manufacturer. These figures appear on each car's federally mandated window sticker.
Most price lists also include dealer-invoice prices. Dealer-invoice prices are
what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car and its factory-installed options.
The destination charge is not included in the suggested-retail or dealer-invoice price
and must be added to the cost of the vehicle. Car companies change prices frequently
throughout the year. If the prices published do not match those on the vehicle's
window sticker, the manufacturer has probably altered the price recently.
NA = price note available, NC = no charge.
Rebates and Incentives
There are no rebates or incentives at this time.
Consumer Guide®'s Rebates and Incentives represent a summary of national
manufacturer programs available. Regional restrictions may apply, and offerings
may vary by model. For a complete list of Rebate & Incentive programs click here.
Standard Equipment
Base
Powertrain
4.6-liter 275-horsepower V8 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, traction control.
Safety
Dual front airbags, front side airbags, curtain side airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, tire-pressure monitor, wiper-activated headlights, daytime running lights, emergency inside trunklid release.
Comfort and Convenience Features
OnStar assistance system w/one year service, air conditioning w/dual-zone automatic climate controls, interior air filter, power steering, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel w/climate and radio controls, cruise control, leather upholstery, 8-way power front bucket seats w/lumbar adjustment, center console w/floor shifter, cupholders, split folding rear seat w/trunk pass-through, heated power mirrors w/turn signals, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, remote engine start, AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, satellite radio, analog clock, tachometer, trip computer, illuminated front visor mirrors, variable-intermittent wipers, rear defogger, automatic day/night rearview mirror, compass, map lights, automatic headlights, floormats.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Theft-deterrent system, xenon headlights, fog lights, cornering lights, load-leveling suspension, 225/55SR17 tires, alloy wheels.
Luxury I adds to Luxury I:
Safety
Antiskid system, brake assist, front- and rear-obstacle-detection system.
Comfort and Convenience Features
Heated steering wheel, heated/cooled front seats, heated rear seats, memory system (driver seat, mirrors), automatic day/night driver-side mirror, heated washer fluid.
Luxury II adds to Luxury II:
Comfort and Convenience Features
Massaging front seats, power tilt/telescope heated wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel, rear-seat lumbar adjustment, rear automatic climate control, wood interior trim, Bose AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, universal garage door opener, rear illuminated visor mirrors, power rear sunshade, self-dimming headlights, rain-sensing wipers.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Chrome alloy wheels.
Performance adds to Luxury III:
Powertrain
4.6-liter 292-horsepower V8 engine.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Deletes: rear illuminated visor mirrors.
Sport suspension w/self-adjusting shock absorbers, 245/50HR18 tires.
Optional Equipment
Major Packages |
Retail Price |
Invoice Price |
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Sun and Sound Pkg.
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Base, Luxury I
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$1,905
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$1,581
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Power sunroof, AM/FM radio w/in-dash 6-disc CD/MP3 changer, universal garage door opener.
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Sun and Navigation Pkg.
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Base, Luxury I
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$3,455
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$2,868
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Power sunroof, navigation system w/voice recognition, universal garage door opener.
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Comfort and Convenience Features |
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Navigation system
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Base, Luxury I
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$2,145
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$1,780
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Luxury II, Performance
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$1,945
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$1,614
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Includes voice recognition.
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Power sunroof
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Luxury II, Performance
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$1,200
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$996
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Adaptive cruise control
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Luxury I, Luxury II, Performance
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$1,695
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$1,407
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Front split bench seat
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Base, Luxury I, Luxury II
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$295
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$245
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Includes column shifter. NA Performance.
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Full Tuscany leather upholstery
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Luxury II, Performance
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$1,295
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$1,075
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Full Tehama leather upholstery
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Luxury II, Performance
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$1,995
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$1,656
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Heated/cooled front seats
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Base
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$1,375
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$1,141
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Includes memory system (driver seat, mirrors).
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Rear automatic climate control
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Base, Luxury I
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$195
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$162
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Universal garage door opener
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Base, Luxury I
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$110
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$91
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Trunk Convenience Pkg.
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Base
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$65
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$54
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Cargo net and mat.
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Appearance and Miscellaneous |
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Body-colored grille
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Performance
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$100
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$83
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Hood ornament
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Base, Luxury I
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$100
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$83
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Special paint
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Base, Luxury I, Luxury II, Performance
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$995
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$826
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Chrome alloy wheels
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Base, Luxury I
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$825
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$685
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2007 Cadillac DTS Specs & Safety
Vehicle Dimensions
| Specification | Cadillac DTS 4-door sedan |
| Wheelbase, in. | 115.6 |
| Overall Length, in. | 207.6 |
| Overall Width, in. | 74.8 |
| Overall Height, in. | 57.6 |
| Curb Weight, lbs. | 4009 |
| Cargo Volume, cu. ft. | 18.8 |
| Standard Payload, lbs. | -- |
| Fuel Capacity, gals. | 18.5 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Front Head Room, in. | 39.2 |
| Max. Front Leg Room, in. | 42.5 |
| Rear Head Room, in. | 38.6 |
| Max. Rear Leg Room, in. | 41.6 |
Specifications Key: NA = not available; "--" = measurement does not exist.
Engines
| dohc V8 | dohc V8 | |
| Size, liters/cu. in. | 4.6 /279 | 4.6 /279 |
| Horsepower @ rpm. | 275 @ 5200 | 292 @ 5600 |
| Torque (lb-ft) @ rpm. | 292 @ 4400 | 286 @ 4400 |
| Availability | Standard | Optional |
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EPA City / highway mpg
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| 4-speed automatic | 17/25 | 17/24 |
Engine Key: l/cu in. = liters/cubic inches; ohv = overhead valve; ohc = overhead camshaft;
dohc = dual overhead camshaft; I = inline cylinders; H = horizonally opposed cylinders;
V = cylinders in a V configuration; W = cylinders in a W configuration; rpm = revolutions
per minute; CVT = continuously variable (automatic) transmission; NA = not available; "--"
= measurement does not exist.
Safety Features
Antilock Brakes
Traction Control
Antiskid System |
Front Side Airbags
Curtain Side Airbags
Rear Side Airbags |
NHTSA Crash-Test Results
| Test | Cadillac DTS 4-door sedan |
| Front Impact, Driver | 5 |
| Front Impact, Passenger | 4 |
| Rollover Resistance | 4 |
| Side Impact, Driver | 4 |
| Side Impact, Rear Passenger | 4 |
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) tests a vehicle's
worthiness in front- and side-impact collisions and rates its resistance to
rollovers. Front-impact crash-test numbers indicate the chance of serious injury:
5 = 10% or less; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-35%; 2 = 35-45%; 1 = More than 45%. Side-impact
crash-test numbers indicate: 5 = 5% or less; 4 = 6-10%; 3 = 11-20%; 2 = 21-25%;
1 = More than 26%. Rollover resistance numbers indicate the chance for rollover
when the vehicle leaves the roadway: 5 = Less than 10%; 4 = 10-20%; 3 = 20-30%;
2 = 30-40%; 1 = More than 40%.
Manufacturer's Warranty
| Class | Years/Miles | Comments |
| Powertrain | 5/100,000 | -- |
| Bumper-to-bumper | 4/50,000 | -- |
| Corrosion | 6/unlimited | -- |
| Free roadside assistance | 5/100,000 | -- |
| Free scheduled maintenance | None/-- | -- |
Manufacturers may periodically offer additional coverage as a purchase incentive.
There offers are not reflected on this chart. The federal government requires two
other warranties. The Exhaust Emission Warranty covers corrosion-related parts for
2 years/24,000 miles, plus 8 years/80,000 miles on the catalytic converter and any
on-board diagnostic device. The Passenger Restraint Warranty covers seat belts
and airbags for 5 years/50,000 miles.
Built in:
USA
Drivewheels:
front-wheel drive
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