Overview & Reviews

For 2004, the CTS adds a more powerful 3.6-liter V6 in addition to the standard 3.2-liter motor. The base suspension has been modified with new shocks, while the Sport package is now available on all models. The interior receives a slight refresh in the form of a color-keyed center console, additional chrome trim and white lighting. Lastly, an engine water temperature gauge replaces the clock on the dash.

• Excellent handling, spacious cabin, alternative look.

User Reviews:

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  Classy car decent prices on preowned - 2004 Cadillac CTS
  By NateC - September 27 - 11:10 am

  Owned the car for about 6 months. No problems or fixes as of yet. Pretty good power for a V6. Considering K&N Intake. Smooth ride and great handling.

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  Nice Ride, needs work - 2004 Cadillac CTS
  By LDT - September 9 - 2:00 am

  I have never bought a Caddy, but knowing this car was designed to compete with European cars made me take a closer look. Even though I do not have the sport suspension, it still handles quite well. I also do not have the Bose stereo, but it still cranks out the sound. What I do not like is the cheap boom box center stack. GM just cant seem to figure it out. The climate control is also poorly designed. They used the same controls that was in a Buick I rented last summer. Guess it was a cost saving thing.. but if you want to compete with the real sport sedans.... The info center is also hard to read and the controls are poorly laid out.

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  Styish, solid, impressive - 2004 Cadillac CTS
  By Vince - March 17 - 1:51 pm

  I bought this car to replace my 2004 Acura TL that got totaled, and the Caddy really leaves you with a better impression. It drives very much like a Mercedes E-class very solid and confident. The torquey 3.6 L engine accelerates with ease, never feels stressed, and is perfect for hour-plus highway trips, if not for the less- than-stellar fuel economy (at least it takes regular gas). The dash design is a bit homely, to be honest, but the interior is otherwise very pleasant and the seats are really comfortable (although at first it was tricky adjusting it to a comfy position). Polished metal plates on the door sills would be nice, like in other luxury cars.

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  Blue Chip - 2004 Cadillac CTS
  By cz6ndv - February 2 - 2:00 am

  Navigation system, memory positions and misc. presets are difficult to program. Memory positions do not always go to the positions determined by the key fob which is used. Cumulative odometer and trip odometer do not show the same mileage.

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  Did not live up to expectations - 2004 Cadillac CTS
  By Faith - January 8 - 10:13 pm

  The CTS is attractive, but the engine seems strained at times while accelerating. I have been frustrated with several recalls and other parts that wore out, like the starter. I have also had defective memory seating that is supposed to remember your previous setting. That had to be replaced. I did not find the dealership to be attentive to my service requests and had to make several trips for the same complaint to be repaired. The back seat is tight in leg room and should definitely be larger. I traded in a BMW 740iLl to buy this car and will be going back to another BMW. The CTS doesnt hold a candle to the BMW 7-Series.

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  CTS is a cool car - 2004 Cadillac CTS
  By Glenda Stayton - January 3 - 3:36 pm

  The Cadillac CTS with both the luxury and sport packages is a very cool and fun car to drive. You have more quick acceleration than you need and with the addition of chrome wheels and a spoiler...you have the looks. The CTS does not have the real soft ride of the DeVille, but the DVville cannot turn on a dime nor accelerate like the CTS can.

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  i love my cts - 2004 Cadillac CTS
  By norma s. - December 31 - 2:00 am

  its a beautiful car, its the best looking car on the road for 2004.

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  Dont Buy the CTS - 2004 Cadillac CTS
  By patpatcadillac - December 13 - 7:38 pm

  I have oened 1983 and 1989 Cadillac Fleetwoods and a 1999 Cadilac Deville The CTS isnt as nice as any of them, luxury-wise. I also have a 2000 Mazda 2k Miata LS. The CTS isnt even as sporty as the Miata.\ Well, maybe it can keep pace with it on a straightaway but the Miata would kill it in the curves. Make no mistake the CTS is NOT an all weather Corvette. THE GOOD: The new CTS has great looking sheet metal, ergonomic steering wheel and console controls shiftable automatic transmission w/sport and snow options. It does have a trip computer. It’s a dry pavement 0-100 monster. THE BAD: It felt drifty on the highway at first-feeling passed. It needed to have an alignment before 5,000 miles. The dealer couldnt do it the same day and the fix cost me $50 at an alignment shop.

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  about my stereo - 2004 Cadillac CTS
  By lana ghiselli - October 16 - 2:00 am

  i love my car but ive had nothin but radio problems. gmc knew there was a problem with the stereo, its been in for servc. nermorous times. gmac said that they know of the problem and there is nothin they can do for me, its static and i can hardly get a reception. so im stuck with a 40,000 car that i just got. ill never buy another gm car again and thats sad cuz thats all ive ever owned.

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  Our New CTS - 2004 Cadillac CTS
  By Barney G - October 7 - 2:00 am

  Before the 2004 CTS, we owned two Cateras. The first one had a few problems, the second virtually none. We shopped around and drove other cars in the same class. We ended up with the CTS, Cadillacs owner loyalty incentive was the financial clincher. We love the way the car drives. With the new, larger V-6 and less weight than the Catera, combined with the 5- speed automatic, it is very quick. The handling is very tight and precise. It is fun to drive!