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BMW 325xi vs Cadillac Catera

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2006 BMW 325xi

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2001 Cadillac Catera

Overview

SpecBMW 325xi325xiCadillac CateraBase
Selected trim325xiBase
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission6-speed manual4-speed automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20062001

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 325xi325xiCadillac CateraBase
MSRP$32,800$31,305 (best)
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 325xi325xiCadillac CateraBase
Combined MPG20 MPG (best)18 MPG
City MPG17 MPG (best)16 MPG
Highway MPG26 MPG (best)22 MPG
Fuel tank15.9 gal16 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 325xi325xiCadillac CateraBase
Horsepower215 hp (best)200 hp
Torque185 lb-ft192 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3 L3 L
CylindersI6V6

Size & capability

SpecBMW 325xi325xiCadillac CateraBase
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume12 cu ft (best)—
Curb weight3,560 lbs (best)3,770 lbs
Wheelbase108.7 in (best)107.4 in
Length178.2 in192.2 in (best)
Width71.5 in (best)70.3 in
Height55.9 in56.4 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 325xi325xiCadillac CateraBase
Open recalls (YMM scope)6None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW 325xiCadillac Catera
1

325xi

$32,800 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$31,305 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

325xi

$34,600 MSRP

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BMW 325xi vs Cadillac Catera FAQ

Which is better: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2001 Cadillac Catera?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2006 BMW 325xi vs 2001 Cadillac Catera on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2001 Cadillac Catera?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2001 Cadillac Catera starts lower at $31,305.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2001 Cadillac Catera?
The 2001 Cadillac Catera leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (31,305).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2001 Cadillac Catera?
The 2006 BMW 325xi leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
Which has better horsepower: 2006 BMW 325xi or 2001 Cadillac Catera?
The 2006 BMW 325xi leads on horsepower in this comparison (215).