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Cadillac STS vs Jaguar S-Type

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2011 Cadillac STS

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2008 Jaguar S-Type

Overview

SpecCadillac STSV6 Luxury SportJaguar S-Type3
Selected trimV6 Luxury Sport3
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20112008

Pricing & market

SpecCadillac STSV6 Luxury SportJaguar S-Type3
MSRP$47,280 (best)$48,335
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecCadillac STSV6 Luxury SportJaguar S-Type3
Combined MPG21 MPG (best)20 MPG
City MPG18 MPG (best)17 MPG
Highway MPG27 MPG (best)26 MPG
Fuel tank17 gal18.4 gal (best)

Performance

SpecCadillac STSV6 Luxury SportJaguar S-Type3
Horsepower302 hp (best)235 hp
Torque272 lb-ft (best)216 lb-ft
Engine size3.6 L (best)3 L
CylindersV6V6

Size & capability

SpecCadillac STSV6 Luxury SportJaguar S-Type3
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume13.8 cu ft28.6 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,973 lbs3,760 lbs (best)
Ground clearance4.1 in (best)
Wheelbase116.4 in (best)114.5 in
Length196.7 in (best)193.1 in
Width72.6 in (best)71.6 in
Height57.6 in (best)57 in

Safety & recalls

SpecCadillac STSV6 Luxury SportJaguar S-Type3
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone 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.

TrimCadillac STSJaguar S-Type
1

V6 Luxury Sport

$47,280 MSRP(Currently comparing)

3

$48,335 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

V6 Luxury

$50,820 MSRP

4.2

$55,835 MSRP

3

V6 Premium

$56,380 MSRP

R

$64,335 MSRP

Cadillac STS vs Jaguar S-Type FAQ

Which is better: 2011 Cadillac STS or 2008 Jaguar S-Type?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2011 Cadillac STS vs 2008 Jaguar S-Type on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2011 Cadillac STS or 2008 Jaguar S-Type?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Cadillac STS starts lower at $47,280.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2011 Cadillac STS or 2008 Jaguar S-Type?
The 2011 Cadillac STS leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (47,280).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2011 Cadillac STS or 2008 Jaguar S-Type?
The 2011 Cadillac STS leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
Which has better horsepower: 2011 Cadillac STS or 2008 Jaguar S-Type?
The 2008 Jaguar S-Type leads on horsepower in this comparison (400).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2011 Cadillac STS or 2008 Jaguar S-Type?
The 2011 Cadillac STS leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).