Just toying with the idea of getting a new-to-me car in the next 1-2 years, this would replace my 2013 Maxima. I like both the 2017-18 Cadillac CTS 3.6 with AWD and the 2017-18 Lexus GS 350 AWD.
Both are available in the used, CPO markets near me. Lexus will be at least 10-15% more money than Cadillac, but the difference in cost is not so important.
I want a car that has style, comfort, up to date safety features, luxury toys, reliable but not too boring, doesn't cost an arm and leg for parts, will allow tall people to take 1-2 hour trips without neck pain.
Pros for Cadillac CTS 3.6 AWD
- right size, rear seats fold down for long items, uses 87 octane, good on gas for the power and size, great looks IMO.
Cons for Cadillac
- timing chain stretch issues if not well maintained, some of the CUE features can be annoying from what I read.
Pros for Lexus GS350 AWD
- right size, Toyota reputation, nice exterior lines.
Cons for Lexus
- requires 91 octane, interior dashboard is busy, and centre console area is sort of fussy in design.
Can any of you offer constructive insight to this search?
Thanks, Ken
Both are available in the used, CPO markets near me. Lexus will be at least 10-15% more money than Cadillac, but the difference in cost is not so important.
I want a car that has style, comfort, up to date safety features, luxury toys, reliable but not too boring, doesn't cost an arm and leg for parts, will allow tall people to take 1-2 hour trips without neck pain.
Pros for Cadillac CTS 3.6 AWD
- right size, rear seats fold down for long items, uses 87 octane, good on gas for the power and size, great looks IMO.
Cons for Cadillac
- timing chain stretch issues if not well maintained, some of the CUE features can be annoying from what I read.
Pros for Lexus GS350 AWD
- right size, Toyota reputation, nice exterior lines.
Cons for Lexus
- requires 91 octane, interior dashboard is busy, and centre console area is sort of fussy in design.
Can any of you offer constructive insight to this search?
Thanks, Ken