BMW 540d xDrive vs Cadillac CTS
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2019 Cadillac CTS
Overview
| Spec | BMW 540d xDrive540d xDrive | Cadillac CTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 540d xDrive | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | diesel fuel | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | diesel | gas |
| Model year | 2018 | 2019 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 540d xDrive540d xDrive | Cadillac CTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $62,000 | $46,995 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 540d xDrive540d xDrive | Cadillac CTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| City MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 22 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 36 MPG (best) | 30 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.4 gal | 19 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 540d xDrive540d xDrive | Cadillac CTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 261 hp | 268 hp (best) |
| Torque | 457 lb-ft (best) | 295 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 540d xDrive540d xDrive | Cadillac CTSBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | — | 13.7 cu ft (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,209 lbs | 3,652 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.5 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in (best) | 114.6 in |
| Length | 194.6 in | 195.5 in (best) |
| Width | 73.5 in (best) | 72.2 in |
| Height | 58.2 in (best) | 57.2 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 540d xDrive540d xDrive | Cadillac 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) | 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 540d xDrive | Cadillac CTS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 540d xDrive $62,000 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $46,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | 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 |
| 10 | — | V-Sport $61,695 MSRP |
| 11 | — | V-Sport Premium Luxury $71,795 MSRP |