Cadillac CTS Towing Capacity (2003 - 2011)

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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
YearTrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
20111,000 lbs3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVTRWD / 6 Spd Auto For Rwd270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
20111,000 lbs3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVTAWD / 6 Spd Auto For Awd270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
2011Luxury1,000 lbs3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVTRWD / 6 Spd Auto For Rwd270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
2011Luxury1,000 lbs3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVTAWD / 6 Spd Auto For Awd270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
2011Performance1,000 lbs3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVTRWD / 6 Spd Auto For Rwd270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
2011Performance1,000 lbs3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVTAWD / 6 Spd Auto For Awd270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
2011Premium1,000 lbs3.6L V6 Variable Valve Timing DI Direct InjectionRWD / 6 Spd Auto For Rwd304 HP / 273 ft/lbs
2011Premium1,000 lbs3.6L V6 Variable Valve Timing DI Direct InjectionAWD / 6 Spd Auto For Awd304 HP / 273 ft/lbs
20033.2L1,000 lbs3.2L 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-E220 HP / 220 ft/lbs
20033.2L (5 Spd MT)1,000 lbs3.2L 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-E220 HP / 220 ft/lbs
Cadillac CTS
Cadillac CTS

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

Cadillac CTS Towing Capacity: Jump To Model Year

2010's

2000's

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
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
1,000 lbs3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVTRWD / 6 Spd Auto For Rwd270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
1,000 lbs3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVTAWD / 6 Spd Auto For Awd270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
Luxury1,000 lbs3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVTRWD / 6 Spd Auto For Rwd270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
Luxury1,000 lbs3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVTAWD / 6 Spd Auto For Awd270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
Performance1,000 lbs3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVTRWD / 6 Spd Auto For Rwd270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
Performance1,000 lbs3.0L V6 SIDI DOHC VVTAWD / 6 Spd Auto For Awd270 HP / 223 ft/lbs
Premium1,000 lbs3.6L V6 Variable Valve Timing DI Direct InjectionRWD / 6 Spd Auto For Rwd304 HP / 273 ft/lbs
Premium1,000 lbs3.6L V6 Variable Valve Timing DI Direct InjectionAWD / 6 Spd Auto For Awd304 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
TrimTowing CapacityEngineDrivetrain / TransmissionHorsepower / Torque
3.2L1,000 lbs3.2L 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-E220 HP / 220 ft/lbs
3.2L (5 Spd MT)1,000 lbs3.2L 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-E220 HP / 220 ft/lbs

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Cadillac CTS Towing Capacity By Year

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