BMW 535i xDrive vs Cadillac STS
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2011 Cadillac STS
Overview
| Spec | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 535i xDrive | V6 Luxury Sport |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2016 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $58,150 | $47,280 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 23 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal (best) | 17 gal |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 302 hp | 302 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 272 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft (best) | 13.8 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,156 lbs | 3,973 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in (best) | 116.4 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 196.7 in (best) |
| Width | 73.2 in (best) | 72.6 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 57.6 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 535i xDrive535i xDrive | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 STS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 535i xDrive $58,150 MSRP(Currently comparing) | V6 Luxury Sport $47,280 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | V6 Luxury $50,820 MSRP |
| 3 | — | V6 Premium $56,380 MSRP |