Cadillac STS vs Lexus GS450h
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2018 Lexus GS450h
Overview
| Spec | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport | Lexus GS450h450h |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | V6 Luxury Sport | 450h |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | gas | hybrid |
| Model year | 2011 | 2018 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport | Lexus GS450h450h |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $47,280 (best) | $63,635 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport | Lexus GS450h450h |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 18 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 27 MPG | 34 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 17 gal | 17.4 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport | Lexus GS450h450h |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 302 hp | 338 hp (best) |
| Torque | 272 lb-ft (best) | — |
| Engine size | 3.6 L (best) | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport | Lexus GS450h450h |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 13.8 cu ft (best) | 13.2 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | 1,000 lbs (best) | — |
| Payload | — | 1,013 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,973 lbs (best) | 4,112 lbs |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.1 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 116.4 in (best) | 112.2 in |
| Length | 196.7 in (best) | 192.1 in |
| Width | 72.6 in (best) | 72.4 in |
| Height | 57.6 in (best) | 57.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Cadillac STSV6 Luxury Sport | Lexus GS450h450h |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Cadillac STS | Lexus GS450h |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | V6 Luxury Sport $47,280 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 450h $63,635 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | V6 Luxury $50,820 MSRP | 450h F SPORT $68,680 MSRP |
| 3 | V6 Premium $56,380 MSRP | — |
Cadillac STS vs Lexus GS450h FAQ
- Which is better: 2011 Cadillac STS or 2018 Lexus GS450h?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2011 Cadillac STS vs 2018 Lexus GS450h 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 2018 Lexus GS450h?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Cadillac STS starts lower at $47,280.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2011 Cadillac STS or 2018 Lexus GS450h?
- The 2011 Cadillac STS leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (47,280).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2011 Cadillac STS or 2018 Lexus GS450h?
- The 2018 Lexus GS450h leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (31).
- Which has better horsepower: 2011 Cadillac STS or 2018 Lexus GS450h?
- The 2018 Lexus GS450h leads on horsepower in this comparison (338).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2011 Cadillac STS or 2018 Lexus GS450h?
- The 2011 Cadillac STS leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).