BMW 530i vs Cadillac DTS
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2011 Cadillac DTS
Overview
| Spec | BMW 530i530i | Cadillac DTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 530i | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 530i530i | Cadillac DTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $60,500 | $46,680 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $55,144 | $11,990 (best) |
| Median listing price | $61,778 | $11,990 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $68,412 | $11,990 (best) |
| For sale now | 2 (best) | 1 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 530i530i | Cadillac DTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 31 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 35 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 15.9 gal | 18 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 530i530i | Cadillac DTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp | 275 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 4.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 530i530i | Cadillac DTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 18.4 cu ft | 18.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 977 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 4,041 lbs | 4,009 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in (best) | 115.6 in |
| Length | 199.2 in | 207.6 in (best) |
| Width | 74.8 in | 74.8 in |
| Height | 59.6 in (best) | 57.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 530i530i | Cadillac DTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 2 |
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.
| Trim | BMW 530i | Cadillac DTS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 530i $60,500 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $46,680 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Luxury $51,925 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Premium $54,825 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Platinum $59,875 MSRP |
Live inventory
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BMW 530i vs Cadillac DTS FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 BMW 530i or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW 530i vs 2011 Cadillac DTS on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 BMW 530i or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Cadillac DTS starts lower at $46,680. Live BMW 530i listings start at $55,144. Live Cadillac DTS listings start at $11,990.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW 530i or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- The 2011 Cadillac DTS leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (46,680).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW 530i or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- The 2027 BMW 530i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW 530i or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- The 2011 Cadillac DTS leads on horsepower in this comparison (292).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 BMW 530i or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- The 2011 Cadillac DTS leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).