Cadillac ATS 2012–2018 car dimensions: 4644 mm long, 1805 mm wide and 1427 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,540 kg. Braked towing is 1,136 kg.
The cabin features dual-zone automatic climate control and electronic cruise control as standard across grades. An 8-inch CUE touchscreen is standard from the base Elegance trim for infotainment, Bluetooth and voice control. Ultrasonic rear parking sensors are standard on Elegance. front and rear sensors plus a rear-vision camera become standard from Luxury. Automatic emergency braking, side blind-zone alert and lane departure warning arrive via optional Driver Awareness or Driver Assist packages on Luxury and above.
Boot space measures 381 litres with the rear seats up. Split-folding rear seats with a pass-through are available on higher grades to expand load flexibility for longer items.
Braked towing capacity is 1136 kg and unbraked is 750 kg. Payload is approximately 500 kg depending on specification. A performance cooling system is fitted on higher trims. Sport-tuned suspension is standard with Magnetic Ride Control available on Premium for firmer control under load.
The cabin feels quiet and refined with laminated acoustic glass on the windshield and front side windows plus sound-deadening materials. Front seats are multi-way power adjustable with lumbar support and available power bolsters on performance versions for good hold. Heated front seats and a heated steering wheel are available on higher grades. Dual-zone automatic climate control is standard. Materials include leatherette or leather with French stitching and choices of wood, aluminum or carbon-fiber trim. A power tilt-and-slide glass sunroof is optional.
Fuel tank capacity around 61 L.
Oil change indicated by oil life system, or at 30 000 km or 1 year.
NHTSA five-star overall crash rating.
Standard ABS, StabiliTrak stability control, traction control and multiple airbags including knee bags.
Optional forward collision alert, lane departure warning and Safety Alert Seat.
Fuel economy figures from European data for the 2.0-litre turbo show combined consumption around 7.6 L/100 km on RWD models, with higher figures for AWD or other engines. Premium unleaded is typically specified.
Servicing follows the oil life monitoring system, with engine oil and filter changes at the indicated interval or a maximum of 30 000 km or one year. Regular inspections every 15 000 km or yearly cover coolant, belts and other items.
Safety includes a strong body structure with high-strength steels, standard electronic stability and traction control, four-wheel ABS disc brakes and up to ten airbags. Advanced options add radar and camera systems for collision alerts, automatic braking and blind-spot monitoring. NHTSA testing gave five stars overall.
Keeping the car involves attention to the oil life system and run-flat tyres fitted on many versions. Parts availability is reasonable for a premium model of this age, though suspension bushes and electronics may need checks over time.
Length 4644 mm, Width 1805 mm, Height 1427 mm, Wheelbase 2775 mm (ATS 2012–2018)
Sources: manufacturer data, GM Europe “2013 Cadillac ATS – Specifications and Performance”, Height, RWD turning circle is 11.09 m.