GMI Reviews: 2006 Cadillac DTS

[Arizona Slim]

Excellent review, Ghrank. I really like this car, but I have a thing for big sedans. The only things that might keep me out of it are the FWD and the 4 speed. Normally a 4 speed wouldn't bother me, but in a $60k luxury sedan I think it might.

[GMFreak8]

Originally Posted by nsap

According to all the rumors, the DTS will be replaced by the $100K+ ULS.

Are you serious? You can't be.

[AdmiralViscen]

Originally Posted by nsap

According to all the rumors, the DTS will be replaced by the $100K+ ULS.

All the rumors I've heard say it will be on Chi with the next-gen Lucerne and Impala.

[Ghrankenstein]

Originally Posted by nsap

According to all the rumors, the DTS will be replaced by the $100K+ ULS.

The ULS and ULC, with their optional engine of "more than eight cylinders," will not replace the DTS, but will be offered as new models.

The DTS, even if based only on the previous Deville's sales record, will have a valuable place in the Cadillac lineup.

Ghrank

[Codester66]

that Seville shift lever is awful isnt it! GM just never learns, i look back at interiors like the sunfire auto and just shake my head

[Tony's BlkGTP]

That was a great article on the DTS, thanks Ghrankenstein. While at this point in my life, I can't afford a vehicle of this status, it still appeals to me. However, I would probably go more for the CTS or STS. The features this car offers is great and I'm a feature carving kind of person really.

[garyw]

I love the big American car and I'm still a young 40. Even though this car is much improved there is still one item that I can not forgive GM for....the steering wheel.

I have posted this issue on every new car review on this website. The 2006 steering wheel is the same for the Impala, Lucerne et al.

It is do 80's. Look at the Lexus or a Kia. GM's inability to create or offer a 3 spoke wheel with integrated radio controls is inexcusable.

At least offer it on the performance models (i.e. Impala SS, DTS Touring).

They did change it on the 2006 G6...so maybe its coming in all product lines.

[gmsickofan]

Great review!

Someone bought one close to where I live, and it is an attractive car. The dimensions in the photos are misleading; emphasizing the grille and stretching the car out. The actual car up close is not overly long, and the grille does not dominate. In fact I had to do a double-take to confirm it was a DTS and not an STS.

[Snafu_SS]

Originally Posted by nsap

According to all the rumors, the DTS will be replaced by the $100K+ ULS.

so that means the name DTS will be used for any high end car? what really makes a car worth $100k+ though? can you really put that much junk in it to raise the price that high?

this seems to make sense, the CTS covers the low end for caddy, buick is good for the cheap luxury i guess...hopefully the Lucerne is as good as this caddy though....

[1G6]

This is awesome.

I'll take one in black, please.

[Tony's BlkGTP]

Originally Posted by garyw

I love the big American car and I'm still a young 40. Even though this car is much improved there is still one item that I can not forgive GM for....the steering wheel.

I have posted this issue on every new car review on this website. The 2006 steering wheel is the same for the Impala, Lucerne et al.

It is do 80's. Look at the Lexus or a Kia. GM's inability to create or offer a 3 spoke wheel with integrated radio controls is inexcusable.

At least offer it on the performance models (i.e. Impala SS, DTS Touring).

They did change it on the 2006 G6...so maybe its coming in all product lines.

I'm not trying to pick an argument, but the Lexus LS still uses a 4 spoke steering wheel. I would think the DTS could possibly be crossed shopped with the LS430 instead of the GS or ES. Granted, that's what you want and there isn't anything wrong with your opinion and wants for a certain thing.

[SilverCompG]

While this is not a car that I would ever consider buying, I did see my first one on the road last night. It was a black one and was parked as I drove by. I must say, I was very impressed with the look of it!! Very Nice!!!!!!!

[Ghrankenstein]

It is do 80's. Look at the Lexus or a Kia. GM's inability to create or offer a 3 spoke wheel with integrated radio controls is inexcusable.

The integrated radio controls are present in full-force on the DTS. As I reported, the only difficulties will be the channel-changing controls.

The volume controls are DCX-style, operated trigger-like from the backside. The front, the confusing part is the big +/- buttons, which shuffle among the presets, while a smaller trigger offers a plus-only channel seek.

With the huge number of multiband pre-sets available, you can see how this will make radio operation old hat to the seasoned and well-programmed listener.

[63GrandSport001]

I dont see the point in re-freshing the deville instead of redoing it. I mean it went from selling about 140,000 units a year to selling 60,000 units a year, its typical market is just going away probably to something foriegn.

[GM_Fanatic]

Originally Posted by nsap

According to all the rumors, the DTS will be replaced by the $100K+ ULS.

Which makes sense when you have Buick.