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2010 Cadillac CTS 3.6 V-6 Rear-Wheel Drive

Family Friendliness: 7.1

Recommended: Not Yet Driven

Specifications apply to all rear-wheel drive models with the 3.6-liter V-6.

What it Is: A premium four-door, five-passenger luxury sedan.
What's Hot: Beautiful to look at, bigger than similarly priced competitors.
What's Not: Expensive, options add up quickly.
Family Friendly Options: Bluetooth, navigation, backup camera, USB port.
How It Got Its Score: The 2010 Cadillac CTS goes up against many cars that cost the same but are smaller, giving the Caddy's big trunk and extra interior space an advantage.

The 2010 Cadillac CTS with the 3.6-liter V-6 engine is a step above the base model, offering more standard features and power, but without a huge hit on fuel economy. It's more expensive, however, which hurts its Family Friendliness. Otherwise though the CTS 3.6 offers the same advantages as the less expensive versions. It's bigger than cars like the Audi A4, so it offers more passenger and cargo space. It's also rear-wheel drive, giving it an edge among luxury car buyers who prefer that kind of layout instead of cars like the front-wheel drive Acura TL. It also doesn't require premium fuel, which many rivals do. You can order a six-speed manual transmission and save $1,300, too, although fuel economy doesn't improve. The 2010 Cadillac CTS is also a beautiful car both from the outside and the inside; in fact, it has one of the nicest interiors we've ever seen. If you have a little extra to spend and want to pamper yourself, it's definitely worth a look.

Specifications Price MSRP $41,565 Destination $825 Mechanical Engine Size 3.6 liters Engine Type V-6 Horsepower 304 hp Torque 273 lb.-ft. Fuel Regular Unleaded Drivetrain Rear Wheel Drive Transmission 6-Speed Automatic Optional Transmission 6-Speed Manual Fuel Economy EPA City 18 mpg EPA Highway 27 mpg EPA Combined 21 mpg Utility Vehicle Type Midsize Car Family Friendliness 7.1 Doors Four Seat Rows Two Passengers Five LATCH Positions Two Cargo Space 13.6 cu. ft. Safety NHTSA Driver Front 4 Stars NHTSA Passenger Front 5 Stars NHTSA Driver Side 5 Stars NHTSA Rear Passenger Side 5 Stars NHTSA Rollover 4 Stars IIHS Front Good IIHS Side Good IIHS Rear Good Stability Control Standard Traction Control Standard Brake Assist Standard Side Airbags Thorax and Curtain Collision Avoidance Not Available Active Cruise Control Not Available

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