BMW 535i xDrive 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 535i xDrive535i xDrive | Cadillac DTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 535i xDrive | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive | Cadillac DTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $58,150 | $46,680 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | — | $11,990 (best) |
| Median listing price | — | $11,990 (best) |
| Highest listing price | — | $11,990 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 1 (best) |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive | Cadillac DTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 15 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | 18 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive | Cadillac DTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 302 hp (best) | 275 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 4.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive | Cadillac DTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft | 18.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,156 lbs | 4,009 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in (best) | 115.6 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 207.6 in (best) |
| Width | 73.2 in | 74.8 in (best) |
| Height | 57.6 in | 57.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive | 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 535i xDrive | Cadillac DTS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 535i xDrive $58,150 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
BMW 535i xDrive vs Cadillac DTS FAQ
- Which is better: 2016 BMW 535i xDrive or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 BMW 535i xDrive 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: 2016 BMW 535i xDrive or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Cadillac DTS starts lower at $46,680. Live Cadillac DTS listings start at $11,990.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2016 BMW 535i xDrive or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- The 2011 Cadillac DTS leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (46,680).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 BMW 535i xDrive or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- The 2016 BMW 535i xDrive leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (23).
- Which has better horsepower: 2016 BMW 535i xDrive or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- The 2016 BMW 535i xDrive leads on horsepower in this comparison (302).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2016 BMW 535i xDrive or 2011 Cadillac DTS?
- The 2011 Cadillac DTS leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).