Cadillac CTS Towing Capacity (2003 - 2011)

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Last Updated 2023-04-01

Cadillac CTS Towing Capacity Overview

The Cadillac CTS towing capacity of 1,000 lbs across all years and trims.

Various factors such as trim level, engine configuration, and drivetrain do not significantly affect the towing capacity of the Cadillac CTS.

Cadillac CTS Towing Capacities
Year	Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
2011		1,000 lbs	3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVT	RWD / 6 Spd Auto For Rwd	270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
2011		1,000 lbs	3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVT	AWD / 6 Spd Auto For Awd	270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
2011	Luxury	1,000 lbs	3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVT	RWD / 6 Spd Auto For Rwd	270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
2011	Luxury	1,000 lbs	3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVT	AWD / 6 Spd Auto For Awd	270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
2011	Performance	1,000 lbs	3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVT	RWD / 6 Spd Auto For Rwd	270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
2011	Performance	1,000 lbs	3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVT	AWD / 6 Spd Auto For Awd	270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
2011	Premium	1,000 lbs	3.6L V6 Variable Valve Timing DI Direct Injection	RWD / 6 Spd Auto For Rwd	304 HP / 273 ft/lbs
2011	Premium	1,000 lbs	3.6L V6 Variable Valve Timing DI Direct Injection	AWD / 6 Spd Auto For Awd	304 HP / 273 ft/lbs
2003	3.2L	1,000 lbs	3.2L V6 Engine DOHC SFI (220 HP [164.1 kW] @ 6000 rpm 220 lb.-ft. [300.0 N-m] @ 3400 rpm)	RWD / 5 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled W/Overdrive, Hydra-Matic, 5L40-E	220 HP / 220 ft/lbs
2003	3.2L (5 Spd MT)	1,000 lbs	3.2L V6 Engine DOHC SFI (220 HP [164.1 kW] @ 6000 rpm 220 lb.-ft. [300.0 N-m] @ 3400 rpm)	RWD / 5 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled W/Overdrive, Hydra-Matic, 5L40-E	220 HP / 220 ft/lbs

Check out the Towing Capacity specifications for other makes and models.

All towing capacities are braked capacities. This means that the trailer being towed has a braking system installed to assist with the vehicle's own braking. The towing capacities for trailers without brakes will be much less.

Confirm all towing capacities with the owner's manual.

a fishing boat and trailer usually weighs between 900 lbs. to 6,000 lbs.
a tent trailer typically weighs between 1,000 lbs. to 1,500 lbs.
a fifth-wheel travel trailer averages between 12,000 lbs. to 15,000 lbs.

2011 Cadillac CTS Towing Capacity Data

The 2011 Cadillac CTS towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2011 Cadillac CTS Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
	1,000 lbs	3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVT	RWD / 6 Spd Auto For Rwd	270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
	1,000 lbs	3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVT	AWD / 6 Spd Auto For Awd	270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
Luxury	1,000 lbs	3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVT	RWD / 6 Spd Auto For Rwd	270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
Luxury	1,000 lbs	3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVT	AWD / 6 Spd Auto For Awd	270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
Performance	1,000 lbs	3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVT	RWD / 6 Spd Auto For Rwd	270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
Performance	1,000 lbs	3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVT	AWD / 6 Spd Auto For Awd	270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
Premium	1,000 lbs	3.6L V6 Variable Valve Timing DI Direct Injection	RWD / 6 Spd Auto For Rwd	304 HP / 273 ft/lbs
Premium	1,000 lbs	3.6L V6 Variable Valve Timing DI Direct Injection	AWD / 6 Spd Auto For Awd	304 HP / 273 ft/lbs

2003 Cadillac CTS Towing Capacity Data

The 2003 Cadillac CTS towing capacity is 1,000 lbs. regardless of its trim level or drivetrain.

2003 Cadillac CTS Towing Capacities
Trim	Towing Capacity	Engine	Drivetrain / Transmission	Horsepower / Torque
3.2L	1,000 lbs	3.2L V6 Engine DOHC SFI (220 HP [164.1 kW] @ 6000 rpm 220 lb.-ft. [300.0 N-m] @ 3400 rpm)	RWD / 5 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled W/Overdrive, Hydra-Matic, 5L40-E	220 HP / 220 ft/lbs
3.2L (5 Spd MT)	1,000 lbs	3.2L V6 Engine DOHC SFI (220 HP [164.1 kW] @ 6000 rpm 220 lb.-ft. [300.0 N-m] @ 3400 rpm)	RWD / 5 Spd Auto, Electronically Controlled W/Overdrive, Hydra-Matic, 5L40-E	220 HP / 220 ft/lbs