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Cadillac STS vs Lexus IS F

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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2014 Lexus IS F

Overview

SpecCadillac STSV6 Luxury SportLexus IS FF
Selected trimV6 Luxury SportF
Body styleSedanSedan
Drivetrainrear wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeregular unleadedpremium unleaded (required)
Transmission6-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasgas
Model year20112014

Pricing & market

SpecCadillac STSV6 Luxury SportLexus IS FF
MSRP$47,280 (best)$63,600
For sale now00

Fuel economy & range

SpecCadillac STSV6 Luxury SportLexus IS FF
Combined MPG21 MPG (best)18 MPG
City MPG18 MPG (best)16 MPG
Highway MPG27 MPG (best)23 MPG
Fuel tank17 gal (best)16.9 gal

Performance

SpecCadillac STSV6 Luxury SportLexus IS FF
Horsepower302 hp416 hp (best)
Torque272 lb-ft371 lb-ft (best)
Engine size3.6 L5 L (best)
CylindersV6V8

Size & capability

SpecCadillac STSV6 Luxury SportLexus IS FF
Seating5 seats (best)4 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume13.8 cu ft (best)13.3 cu ft
Towing capacity1,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,973 lbs3,780 lbs (best)
Ground clearance4.7 in (best)
Wheelbase116.4 in (best)107.5 in
Length196.7 in (best)183.5 in
Width72.6 in (best)71.5 in
Height57.6 in (best)55.7 in

Safety & recalls

SpecCadillac STSV6 Luxury SportLexus IS FF
Rollover5 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)2

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 STSLexus IS F
1

V6 Luxury Sport

$47,280 MSRP(Currently comparing)

F

$63,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

V6 Luxury

$50,820 MSRP

3

V6 Premium

$56,380 MSRP

Cadillac STS vs Lexus IS F FAQ

Which is better: 2011 Cadillac STS or 2014 Lexus IS F?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2011 Cadillac STS vs 2014 Lexus IS F 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 2014 Lexus IS F?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2011 Cadillac STS starts lower at $47,280.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2011 Cadillac STS or 2014 Lexus IS F?
The 2011 Cadillac STS leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (47,280).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2011 Cadillac STS or 2014 Lexus IS F?
The 2011 Cadillac STS leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
Which has better horsepower: 2011 Cadillac STS or 2014 Lexus IS F?
The 2014 Lexus IS F leads on horsepower in this comparison (416).
Which has better seats: 2011 Cadillac STS or 2014 Lexus IS F?
The 2011 Cadillac STS leads on seats in this comparison (5).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2011 Cadillac STS or 2014 Lexus IS F?
The 2011 Cadillac STS leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (1,000).