BMW M3 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 M3Sedan | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Sedan | V6 Luxury Sport |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2011 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW M3Sedan | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $79,300 | $47,280 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $95,762 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $95,762 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $95,762 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 1 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW M3Sedan | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 19 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 23 MPG | 27 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.6 gal | 17 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW M3Sedan | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 473 hp (best) | 302 hp |
| Torque | 406 lb-ft (best) | 272 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3 L | 3.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW M3Sedan | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 16.9 cu ft (best) | 13.8 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,000 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 860 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,840 lbs (best) | 3,973 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 4.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 116.4 in (best) |
| Length | 189.1 in | 196.7 in (best) |
| Width | 74.3 in (best) | 72.6 in |
| Height | 56.6 in | 57.6 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW M3Sedan | 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 M3 | Cadillac STS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sedan $79,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | V6 Luxury Sport $47,280 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Competition Sedan $83,500 MSRP | V6 Luxury $50,820 MSRP |
| 3 | Competition xDrive Sedan $88,600 MSRP | V6 Premium $56,380 MSRP |
Live inventory
BMW M3 vs Cadillac STS FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 BMW M3 or 2011 Cadillac STS?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW M3 vs 2011 Cadillac STS 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 M3 or 2011 Cadillac STS?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Cadillac STS starts lower at $47,280. Live BMW M3 listings start at $95,762.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW M3 or 2011 Cadillac STS?
- The 2011 Cadillac STS leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (47,280).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW M3 or 2011 Cadillac STS?
- The 2011 Cadillac STS leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW M3 or 2011 Cadillac STS?
- The 2027 BMW M3 leads on horsepower in this comparison (523).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 BMW M3 or 2011 Cadillac STS?
- The 2011 Cadillac STS leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).