Cadillac ATS review

[@Jwdude123]

Highly underrated car.

[@harperprice]

I have had this car for two years and I have enjoyed it immensely. I love the looks inside and out.

[@emmakrabill4524]

This is an amazing car. I just got the 2018 ats and I absolutely love driving it!

[@531ff]

Emma Krabill I’m looking to buy an ‘18 ATS. Do you still love the car ?

[@paulcondie2520]

I have a 2015 Ats premium with performance pkg and the 3.6. Also has the black out pkg with shiny black 19s. Paint is raven black. As others commented a very underrated car!!! I absolutely love mine!!!

[@karajokoo]

I owe a 2016 and I love it! That 2.0 liter turbo engine coupled with the AWD is deceiving. People don't expect that kind of power and acceleration from a compact Cadillac.

[@imstax5712]

Great 2 know I just went and test drove a 2017 today I loved it so it’s treating you good!?😎

[@Lukecky10]

Heading 3 hours away for this car. I drove one local that wasn't my.color way. I loved the handling.

[@sanfordsonmail2334]

Still have the car ?

[@imstax5712]

How that car still doing you? I just test drove one today

[@mikebird5148]

Absolutely love my ATS, I'm single with a couple of dogs and this car is PERFECT for me, backseats are tight but my 10 and 7yr old nephews have never complained, besides being the best handling sport sedan on the market it also has plenty of hp for speeding up in traffic(2.0T), rides great, only complaint I have is the led running lights should be standard AF.

[@TheMetalmachine467]

I bought a 2014 cts luxury awd with the 2.0 turbo for just under $20,000 only had 34,000 miles on it love it

[@yunga8305]

Metalmachine467 is it reliable man ?

[@kennethsouthard6042]

I have a 2013 with the Premium package and the V6. To No issues after 54K miles. Yes the backseat is small, CUE could be better and it rides a little harsh (my plan is to later replace the run flats in front to smooth out the ride). However, the driving dynamics of this car are awesome, one of the best I have ever owned. Mine does have the HID headlights, and I see that many commenters here are faulting the incandescent turn signals and the touch controls. I will gladly trade those two minor items for the Magnetic suspension and Limited slip differential that this car has, that it's competitors do not.

[@RenlangRen]

The driving dynamics of this car are great! It is a much better driving car than the current 3 series.

[@betochipistube6543]

I drove 1 yesterday had a blast picks up quick it was a 2017 cadillac ats 3.6L AWD super nice ride

[@rafaellastracom6411]

Zack, your reviews are my favorite. I enjoy them more than my Motorweek, and I enjoy my Motorweek. lol... Cheers

[@Motormouth...]

Thanks for this!

[@MrNemo721]

Test drove this 2 years back. It's a really good American alternative but simply too small for anyone with kids or having adults ride in the back regularly. I am 5'11" and the rear seating is ridiculously tight and so was the trunk- when everyone in the competition went up in size this still bench-marked the old BMW E46 dimensions, I feel. The V6 is bulletproof and very powerful. It handles way better than the equivalent 3 series/C-class/A4 but I have not heard good things about the reliability of the 2.0 Turbo. Not a fan of the cue system as I prefer buttons and I found it frustrating but I heard it's gotten much better now. There are some fantastic used deals on ATSs and if you are single or a young couple with no kids like Zach said, it is a fun sports sedan for you.

[@strongfp]

You can get a non QUE system model, not a lot of people know about it, but it's available, and the dealership does not like to advertise it as adding the QUE to the price tag is nearly 2k and they are told to promote it. But to address your reliability with the 2.0T, it's more down to the owner of the vehicle. This is a small displacement engine with a rather large turbo, it makes a lot of boost, not many people realize that in order to get the nearly 280HP out of an engine like that it needs a lot of pressure from a turbo, and they don't take care of it properly, putting in regular gas and then pushing it past 4k RPM non stop, or not putting in the right oil, or on time, or not letting the turbo cool down after highway driving, or pushing it a little hard. It's a performance engine, not a econobox engine. I think Caddy was on the right track, but majority of their client base just throws money at cars and expects warranty to just cover everything. I am glad I owned a true performance car before I got one, and it's treated me quite well, I love the ATS.

[@Bob-kn5gw]

DangerousDan you were better off with a cts

[@GrandHustle97]

I have a 2.0t it’s awesome and I agree with people saying the v6 is stronger but I didn’t think the gas was worth it

[@738polarbear]

A luxury well engineered fast car and some of these clowns keep talking about knobs butoons and fingerprints .what a bunch of whiny old ladies.

[@KingARob_]

Dad has this car 2.0t awd the thing is a rocket off the line

[@markleckband4495]

Hey Zach, fantastic review as always ! Long time fan here. Okay, so a year ago I really wanted the ATS 3.6 but decided on a e90 335i instead. I don't care too much for the face lift, as I feel it looks less premium than before. While I generally love Caddy styling (CTS is still amazing) I find the ATS is getting stale quickly. I think the facelift should have been more thorough to keep pace. I hope with the redesign they don't grow the car too much but give it a 1-1.5in more wheelbase to eliminate size complaints, slim down the headlights with more LED (no halogen blinkers!), make the proportions sharper and the design too. Keep the verticals taillights but make the rear look wider. As far as I'm concerned, the dynamics are top of class. All it needs is more engine refinement, a compressed V6, and interior ergonomic refinements. I wanted to love the car so much, but the Bimmer was the better vehicle all around.....except probably maintenance 😑and cup holders. Thanks again for a great review.

[@GrandmaKeith]

Its available with 3 engine choices: 2.0L Turbo i4, 2.5L i4, 3.6L v6

[@vwmatt33]

Cadillac is having a super hard time selling these as well as the CTS. Best to look at used ones. Let the first buyer take that super huge depreciation hit. The manual 2.0T is the one to get if you can fine one. Stay away from the 2.5L.

[@brucec43]

I may be wrong, but I think they discontinued those, at least in the US.

[@quicktjc1]

vwmatt33 Proof?

[@evankoleda3219]

I agree 100%

[@mikebird5148]

I absolutely LOVE my 2.0t ATS, wish they had a manual and I agree, buy a used one for much cheaper, mine brand new was 40k+ I bought her with 23k miles for 19k.

[@camperpro482]

stay away from gm unless its a small block v6 or v8.

[@anthonymitchell4487]

I'm a Lexus lover but why would GMC Discontinue something look so good and sexy no matter if you not meeting the numbers give it a try

[@bigfatengineer]

A friend of mine has one of these. For the record, it can fit 3 sets of golf clubs and 3 adults (seat had to be folded). A little snug, but still reasonably comfortable for a 1.5 hour ride. :)

[@mikebird5148]

I can barely fit my PING tour bag in the trunk, could maybe fit another one in the back seat.

[@rmkhalaf1]

Seats dont fold you dumbass

[@paulcondie2520]

@@rmkhalaf1 oh yes they do! I own one!!

[@MrJkboy21]

The only car I know that when you drive it feel like your not even only on road it that’s how Cadillac feel out all the cars i driven Cadillac is smoothest period

[@hrra8759]

this is the best car i own . cadillac only sold about 30k of these 10% of which are coupes and the V.

[@bianco996]

I had a 2014, it was just too small for me (Always been a big car guy) Sold it for a CTS instead, much better car overall IMO, feels like a much better, much more luxurious and well made product.

[@vegasbab.y3740]

I don’t think Lincoln can be this close to Cadillac, Cadillac has clearly been in the game longer, and they know what their loyal GM members want

[@user-mt5cm5xp2o]

Cadillac has been in the game since 1902, Lincoln since 1917. Both are really old, and been in the game the whole time. Lincoln had better products than Cadillac through the years. The old Continental, Town Car, Mark VII, Mark VI, Navigator, Aviator have all been better than their GM counter parts. Now Lincoln is making 80 Continentals with suicide doors again I'm 2019. In 2020 they'll make more depending on demand. Just wait until all trim levels have suicide doors, they'll be selling like hotcakes. GO FORD MOTOR CO. SCREW GENERAL MOTORS. FORD 4 LIFE

[@DrSchroty]

I drive the coupe version of the AWD 2.0T. For the money, it is an AMAZING car to drive. Maintenance has been spotless. Bass-rich sound system is definitely from Detroit (in a good way). ZZPerformance for upgrades is my recommendation.

[@MrThePsychologist]

i would have bought it if it wasn't for eu restrictions and lack of dealerships on my town

[@MistahUnknown]

Can a 6ft tall person fit in the backseat? Is it comfy for people who are tall?

[@terrancemoore496]

I love the ATS but I think it's time for a remodel. That's if they want to be competitive in the market.

[@ashrafc7794]

I hav an uncle who owns this and loves it. But no adaptive cruise for a premium brand? Won't consider it

[@goofyleo3869]

No shit! 😁 It has the radar to warn you you're coming up on a car but no adaptive cruise. WTF.

[@MrSentinel1981]

Good video, nice car, so thank you Zack!

[@yngvar2403]

Zack can you make a review on the new designed Lincoln MKZ?

[@sabahmansourashes82]

Does it have LEDs

[@aircanuck]

I think when the Genesis G70 comes out, the Cadillac ATS is really going to have a tough time competing with it.

[@Travis73917]

They dropping the ct4

[@radicalkonrad765]

Very nice. Uncommon seat choice

[@ВладиславЧуй]

I have 2014 ATS Base 2.0T AWD for 1.5 year now, even if you buy it used like I did, it still depreciates like crazy. I would switch to a newer ATS if Cadillac adds standard LED headlights. I think Cadillac needs to extend their warranty, they are known to build not reliable cars, that's why no one wants to buy it.

[@MaliciousSRT]

8-speed or 10-speed?

[@sirloin4372]

It’s a luxury sports sedan

[@magneto8002]

I like it except for the gauges.

[@shawneal1]

Still no digital dials? They could have at least updated the design

[@roshanbasnet6082]

EVERYONE KNOW THIS IN CANADA: ON JAN 20, 2018 I GOT PRICED FOR 2018 ATS 2.0 LUXURY FOR LEASE AND 48 MONTHS RESIDUAL VALUE WAS $16,600 THAT IS A WHOPPING 68% DEPRECIATION IN 48 MONTHS. THIS MEANS LEASE PAYMENT IS PUSHING $725/MONTH. FOR THAT MONTHLY PAYMENT YOU CAN GET BMW 4 SERIES EASILY. I FOUND 2017 ATS LUXURY NEW FOR UNDER $34,000. WOW!

[@PAPIOSO908]

Cadillac are great cars

[@theonemodifier]

Likeable enough in many regards, the compact ATS luxury/sports sedan is neither as sporty as the BMW 3 Series it targets, nor is it as luxurious as the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. With an overall score of 57 and a reliability rating of minus-120, Consumer Reports appreciated the ATS’ driving dynamics and exterior/interior styling, but was less enamored of its gruff and under-powered turbocharged engine, very cramped seat and trunk, difficult entry and exiting, and its confounding controls. It scored below average in all three of the JD Power studies (Initial Quality, Dependability, and Design/Performance), and is expected to hold onto just 43% of its original value after three years and 31% after five years.

[@snuffa.luffagus7588]

theonemodifier underpowered?

[@RenlangRen]

Less sporty than the 3 series? The ats has a much more responsive chassis and significantly better road feel than any of the 3 series. BMW messed up the steering feel of their cars when they switched to the electric steering. The caddy is the better drivers car over the BMW.

[@KnowledgeSharingTech]

I have 2 small kids, is it ok if I buy it?

[@dmer-zy3rb]

sure why not if you like it?

[@RenlangRen]

The back seats are not spacious, but fine for young kids. I have taken my wife, son, his friend, and our little jack-russel on week long camping trips with our ats and everyone fit just fine.

[@chairrules2007]

Great looking car ! I wish I could afford it.

[@mikebird5148]

Probably can afford a used one with low miles, I got mine with 23k miles for 19k, brand new they are 40k+!

[@brucec43]

Nice car to purchase when it's 2 years old. Overpriced new above the base trim level.

[@brucec43]

Update: You can pick up a leftover 2017 2.0T luxury for $26K with massive discounts here in the Southern US.

[@dcesa]

Leased this for 3 years and brought it to the garage 15 times (not exaggerating) - from infotainment crash to wheal/tire/door noise ... Very much enjoyed the driving experience but the reliability is just GM garbage, too bad.

[@lsjionredlinesupercharged2049]

I love mine

[@donnabarnes3468]

I love my ats cadillac.

[@thatamerican550]

My nephew had one and it definitely is a great car, but like all GM cars dont buy them, new youll save your money if you buy them used

[@jayd8919]

It is a sports car. It is a sports luxury sedan

[@nickr3441]

This this the car that's made in Oshawa ON??

[@Konformation07]

Oceanic Flight Lansing, Michigan

[@ottodob]

every year caddys are getting better and more competitive against european and japanese cars...Lincoln, you're slipping.

[@JJCFA]

Traded in my 2015 ATS at a great loss due to mold problem in HVAC system that GM has no fix for. Shame.

[@crumdoggy]

I hope they can use these platforms for SUVs. Sedans just don't sell anymore, at least in North America. Unfortunately the Caddy SUVs don't match up to the Caddy Sedans.

[@dmer-zy3rb]

fuck SUVs dude.

[@johnnyaguiar3088]

Love it

[@joshuasyrtash860]

a real car!!

[@ridaalosman8030]

Agreed that this car is an alternative to the 3 series though the new 3 series is now softer than before. I found the sport suspension on the ATS to be stiff and punishing for daily driving. Also, the v6 is not as refined as the BMW 3 series inline 6. I would go for the four turbo cylinder engine. PS. The infotainment system is quite complex to use!

[@gianfrancoa]

Great review Zach. The only problem with this car is that is a GM product, so after 4 years (or less ) will give all kind of problems. Kudos to GM for the manual version .

[@quicktjc1]

gianfrancoa Proof?

[@CarefreeRambler]

I have to disagree with you. Go past Consumer Report to the forums where real owners post real issues. You'll be surprised how many complaints the German cars got vs American. My 2c.

[@TroBudden]

going on 200,000km on my 09 ctsv. this car is so well built i bought a regular cts4 for my daily and have put 133,000km on it with 0 trouble. although it eats a drl fuse once a year.

[@MagnumPI4]

My 2.0T ATS just turned 5 and has never had an issue. Of course I take extremely good care of my car. Mobil 1 full synthetic and the best wix oil filter. It's been an absolute joy to own.

[@Trades46]

I barely seen any new ATS since 2015 passed by. Still looking at the 2017 model and I'm frankly disgusted at how decontented the ATS has become over the years, with options & features all over the place. The pricing is also kind of silly, despite the fact Cadillac has been putting strong incentives on their sedans. Honestly with how bad ATS & CTS sales have been, I won't be at all surprised if Cadillac ditches their RWD sedans altogether and instead focused on their XT series SUVs & the big money maker, the Escalade. And that would be a sad day indeed - RIP Alpha platform.

[@sgbradley]

Nay on the piano black, Caddilac across its line. Fit and finish still isn't 100% either!

[@cruisertechgt]

the emblum is so (too) big.

[@zhaoguanyugary]

Zack, you reply?

[@Motormouth...]

yes

[@TheGeorge94Deville]

Can I trade my 94 for that

[@swanblake]

Its sad how sated they let this become. The interior is worse than most basic Chevy. Great exterior and handler. Terrible inside. Not luxury

[@jsponson]

Your wife is kind of right. It's supposed to be a sports sedan.

[@Clank2237]

ATS V is for me

[@Bob-kn5gw]

*321hp for the v6

[@738polarbear]

Depends what year . early ones were 321 hp later were 335 hp.

[@rudfil]

If only it's infotainment system was better and its turbo engine was more refined I'd seriously look at it.

[@Davan514]

Great car but bad resale value!

[@alexm7078]

Wowowo Rider buy it used

[@stevieg3078]

Nicer enough review, But it would be nice to see you step on the gas and give us your feedback. Also give us the zero to 60 times for both engines. Show us the trunk and how the seats lay down. Why doesn't anyone show us how golf clubs fit? Every car manufacturer now makes space for clubs. So it is obviously important!

[@wildone106]

Since most of the people who drive these are OLLDDD they need to add extra safety features. One of them rear ended me and the driver was like a 70 year old woman sooo..

[@swanblake]

That instrument cluster is so bad. Looks like it's out of the 2005 CTS

[@juandominguez5992]

1 thing I dont like is it dont have LED

[@Jwdude123]

CurtRaptor 9963 add for cheap

[@chrisdblue]

I feel like it already looks dated. LED’s should be standard and the interior with no buttons looks frustrating. Finger print smudges! No thank you.

[@brucec43]

This is an attractive, comfortable, good performing car. One of the few on the market that still handles well. Why nit-pick?

[@directorjustin]

I thought it looked kind of bland when it was new.

[@mikebird5148]

Looks outdated, NO, ...LED's standard hell yea! And yes fingerprint smudges are annoying but a quick wipe with a microfiber rag and they gone, no buttons not frustrating at all although I prefer buttons, best handling sport sedan on the market =priceless

[@prom8332]

chrisdblue - In my opinion the murcielago is a much better design than the aventador. I know both cars well because my neighbor owns both. My point is if something isnt broke dont try to fix it. Im referring to your " looks dated " comment.

[@chrisdblue]

Yah Pro M? and how are the sales of the ats?... they're so poor its being discontinued next cycle. id say that's pretty broke.

[@LouAntonioGiordano]

Doesnt even offer xenon headlamps lol

[@jsiszero]

is this a review or an advertisement?

[@brucec43]

Yes, sadly the independent auto press are reliant on access to new vehicles to test, so they avoid really critical comments lest the free trips end and they have to go beg a local dealer to let them test drive cars. I would want to see reviews that are also critical and point out flaws before a purchase. But as an intro, it's fine.

[@chigasaki06]

The instrument cluster looks like its trapped in the early 1990's. It needs a total overhaul. The dash looks dated as well. Cadillac needs to get rid of that annoying touch system. Knobs work better. Also, why does it not have front L.E.D turn signals? These little details are important to me. The rest of the car needs to catch up to its driving dynamics.

[@quicktjc1]

chigasaki06 Cadillac makes LEDS for this car. He just didn't review one that did. It's an extra package you have to add.

[@chigasaki06]

I didn't know that, thnx.

[@_.1namillion]

Give me a shout out plz

[@NhatHuyNg]

where is the new guy who won the audition?

[@Chuck59ish]

He did the last video on Jaguar/Land Rover at the Invictus Games in Toronto.

[@yngvar2403]

hate the rear design of Cadillac. looks old-ish...

[@vegasbab.y3740]

Yngvar you must have no taste in style

[@nissokampeas3898]

i m driveng ats 2015 and i dont feel comfortable , hard driveng and also the gasoline finish in short city drive...

[@francismartinez6049]

Mediocre at best

[@camperpro482]

bland interior.

[@Glory-to-God.]

us cars have poor reliability except ford fusion

[@quicktjc1]

任戰 Proof ?

[@Glory-to-God.]

JD POWER AND CONSUMER REPORTS BOTH SAID SO

[@quicktjc1]

任戰 Interesting, provide me with a link. Just cause you say so doesn't mean it's true.

[@paulcondie2520]

I have a 2006 impala 3.9 with 156,000 that says otherwise! Other than regular maintenance and tires n brakes and one water pump pretty much issue free!!!

[@fillup316]

damn this thing is outdated. doesn't even offer front LED turn signals or HID's

[@brucec43]

Of course it does.

[@PHOBIAx57x]

It does, you have to get a trim package.

[@Trades46]

The fact HID are only reserved on the highest trim is BS, considering Lexus IS & Infiniti Q50 gives you STANDARD LED headlights. Even penny-pinching BMW doesn't require you to step up to the 340i to get LED headlights. No wonder Cadillac is struggling to move these off the lot.

[@vegasbab.y3740]

fillup316 yah it does lol 😂

[@vegasbab.y3740]

Trades46 LED’s! Not HID’s! There’s a quality difference

[@billybob2773]

It's a POS folks

[@antoinepageau8336]

Your review of this Cadilac ATS made me realize just how bad your reviews are. You didn't bother showing the ridiculously cramped back seat that are too small even or 10 year olds. You rarely point out cars weaknesses and your reviews are way too light to be of any use. It's clear form a mile away that you're afraid to offend the manufacturers. Grow a pair or just call yourself Motorweek. Unsubscribed.

[@Motormouth...]

+Antoine Pageau you clearly didn't watch the review because I showed the back seat and mentioned it's not the best for a family, better for a couple or single person. But thanks for watching

[@jimrichards7014]

I own almost the exact model as this. I love it, fun to drive and I can fit my son 6'4" my daughter and a medium sized dog in the back seat.

[@RenlangRen]

My 12 year old son loves driving inthe back of our ats.

[@MyLife-so1jl]

this car looks hideous and awkward in the exterior...looks like a moper drag race car. JUST UGLY.