#7

in Upscale Midsize Cars

Based on analysis of 35 CTS reviews and test drives.

MSRP: $36,730 - $51,820
Invoice: $34,526 - $48,711
MPG: - TBD - City / - TBD - Hwy
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U.S.News Scores

Overall:8.8
Performance:8.8
Exterior:8.6
Interior:8.4
Safety:NA
Reliability:NA
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Exterior - What the Auto Press Says

The 2010 CTS isn't going to be mistaken for anything else. In a class where rounded edges are becoming the norm, the CTS looks athletic because of its sharp creases and angled stance. The automotive press is also pleasantly surprised at the build quality of the car's body -- panel gaps are tight.

  • The CTS offers "edgy styling" and "neatly tailored sheet metal."  -- Edmunds
  • "the exterior is unique without being garish." -- Car and Driver
  • "There's no bad view of the new car, from its attention-grabbing front end and better-integrated vertical headlights and taillights to its muscular fender flares." -- Car and Driver
  • "A pleasing evolution of the first generation's distinctive look, blending sharp creases with more curvaceous styling elements." -- Detroit News
  • "It's aggressively, though tastefully styled, with an athletically sculpted body and a bold, chrome grille up front." -- Forbes
  • "In terms of sheer manufacturing competence, the precise, complex execution of the sheetmetal rivals that of BMW." -- Motor Trend
  • "Possibly the best sheet-metal work and the best fit and finish we've seen from GM's luxury division." -- Road and Track
Review Last Updated: 9/4/09