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BMW 335xi vs Cadillac CTS

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

Vehicles

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2008 BMW 335xi

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2019 Cadillac CTS

Overview

SpecBMW 335xi335xiCadillac CTSBase
Selected trim335xiBase
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission6-speed manual8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20082019

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 335xi335xiCadillac CTSBase
MSRP$41,200 (best)$46,995
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 335xi335xiCadillac CTSBase
Combined MPG19 MPG25 MPG (best)
City MPG16 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG25 MPG30 MPG (best)
Fuel tank16.1 gal19 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 335xi335xiCadillac CTSBase
Horsepower300 hp (best)268 hp
Torque300 lb-ft (best)295 lb-ft
Engine size3 L (best)2 L
CylindersI6I4

Size & capability

SpecBMW 335xi335xiCadillac CTSBase
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume12 cu ft13.7 cu ft (best)
Curb weight3,814 lbs3,652 lbs (best)
Wheelbase108.7 in114.6 in (best)
Length178.2 in195.5 in (best)
Width71.5 in72.2 in (best)
Height55.9 in57.2 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 335xi335xiCadillac CTSBase
NHTSA overall—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover—5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)3None 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 335xiCadillac CTS
1

335xi

$41,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Base

$46,995 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

335xi

$43,000 MSRP

Base

$86,995 MSRP

3—

Base

$48,995 MSRP

4—

Luxury

$52,695 MSRP

5—

Luxury

$54,695 MSRP

6—

Luxury

$54,695 MSRP

7—

Luxury

$56,695 MSRP

8—

Premium Luxury

$60,195 MSRP

9—

Premium Luxury

$62,195 MSRP

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V-Sport

$61,695 MSRP

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V-Sport Premium Luxury

$71,795 MSRP

BMW 335xi vs Cadillac CTS FAQ

Which is better: 2008 BMW 335xi or 2019 Cadillac CTS?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2008 BMW 335xi vs 2019 Cadillac CTS on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2008 BMW 335xi or 2019 Cadillac CTS?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2008 BMW 335xi starts lower at $41,200.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2008 BMW 335xi or 2019 Cadillac CTS?
The 2008 BMW 335xi leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (41,200).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2008 BMW 335xi or 2019 Cadillac CTS?
The 2019 Cadillac CTS leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (25).
Which has better horsepower: 2008 BMW 335xi or 2019 Cadillac CTS?
The 2019 Cadillac CTS leads on horsepower in this comparison (640).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2008 BMW 335xi or 2019 Cadillac CTS?
The 2019 Cadillac CTS leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2008 BMW 335xi vs 2019 Cadillac CTS?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Cadillac CTS (5/5 NHTSA overall).