2011 Cadillac STS Sedan

Summary

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The 2011 Cadillac STS is a AWD full-size luxury sports sedan available in a standard or Luxury Collection trim levels. Both trims are powered by the same 3.6-liter V6 engine that produces 302 hp and 272 lb-ft of torque. Equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission the STS achieves an EPA estimated 18 mpg city and 27 mpg highway. Features include remote keyless entry, xenon HID headlights, heated mirrors, remote keyless start, dual zone climate control, navigation system, CD player, sunroof, premium sound system, leather seats, rear parking assist, Bluetooth� connectivity, audio jack, and remote vehicle start. Upgrading to the Luxury Collection trims ensures certain standard features like memory settings, wood finish, and Bluetooth� connectivity. Safety consists of driver airbags, passenger airbags, traction control system, electronic stability control, tire pressure monitor, anti-lock braking, OnStar automatic crash response, OnStar crisis assist, and OnStar emergency services. The STS is backed by a 4-year/50,000-mile warranty.

Benefits of Driving a 2011 Cadillac STS Sedan

The STS boasts strong, smooth performance with the direct-injected V6, so the V8 won't truly be missed. Although many of its most innovative tech features have been discontinued, several standout features and options remain available on the STS, including Intellibeam headlamps, the head-up display, and blind-spot and lane-departure systems. Considering those features, along with the STS's robust roster of airbags and excellent handling, it's a very safe luxury sedan.

What's new for 2011?

The 320-hp, 4.6-liter V8 has now been discontinued, as has the all-wheel drive option. And with the V8 goes adaptive steering, adaptive damping, Magnetic Ride Control, and 4-wheel active steering--all features that were offered only on the former top model. The high-performance STS-V model of previous years has also been discontinued.

Model Strengths

Strong overall performance
safety and stability
standout tech options
smooth ride
quiet cabin

Model Review

The rear-wheel-drive STS is now available only with a direct-injected, 3.6-liter DOHC V6 engine, making 302 horsepower and 272 pound-feet of torque. A very smooth-shifting, responsive 6-speed automatic transmission is standard, and it includes both a low first gear for strong takeoffs and a tall top gear for relaxed, economical cruising. The STS has an EPA-estimated 18 mpg city, 27 mpg highway.

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