DecodedCarsCadillac ATS-V
3 model years from 2016 to 2018, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2016–2018
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Latest engines
- 3.6L 6-cyl turbo
- Best MPG
- 19–20 combined, by year
- Latest rating
- ★★★★★ (2018)
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2016 (3)
- Fewest problems
- 2018
The 2018 ATS-V in brief
The 2018 Cadillac ATS-V is a compact car offered with a 3.6L 6-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 185 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,803 lb (2dr Coupe RWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (17 city / 25 highway), 26% worse than the 2018 compact car average of 27 MPG, for an estimated $4,100 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
The Cadillac ATS-V has 3 model years in our data, from 2016 to 2018.
Its most efficient year was 2018 at 20 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 19 to 20 MPG.
Owners most often report problems with the seat belts (1), unknown or other (1), power train (1).
Buying used? 2018 has the fewest problems in our data.
How the 2016 ATS-V compares
The 2016 Cadillac ATS-V is a compact car offered with a 3.6L 6-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive.
It measures about 185 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,803 lb (2dr Coupe RWD).
2018 ATS-V pros & cons
Full 2018 details →What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 20 MPG combined, 26% below the 2018 compact car average of 27 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Best and worst years to buy used
2018 ATS-V
0 owner complaints · 0 recalls
NHTSA overall: ★★★★★
None of the 3 model years we compared stands out for complaints or recalls.
NHTSA recalls and complaints for 3 model years since 2015; use it alongside a pre-purchase inspection. How we calculate this →
ATS-V changes by model year
- 2018
- Now crash-tested by NHTSA: 4 stars overall
Years without a measurable change are left out.
Show all 3 model years side by side
Alternatives to the 2018 ATS-V
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 BMW 3 Series | 36 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2018 BMW 5 Series | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2018 Lexus IS | 26 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2018 Audi A4 | 31 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Cadillac. How we calculate this →