Under the Hood

Cadillac's 4.6-liter Northstar V-8 comes in a choice of two configurations in the DTS. The L37 edition produces an estimated 291 horsepower at 5,600 rpm, while the LD8 is rated at 275 hp at 5,200 rpm. The L37 is designed to rev higher, while the LD8 emphasizes quick launches and has greater peak torque. Both engines work with a four-speed-automatic transmission.

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    Selecting the Right Engine Oil
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    Steering
    Hydraulic Power Steering Your vehicle has hydraulic power steering. It may require maintenance. See Power Steering Fluid. If power steering assist is lost due to a system malfunction, the ve ...

    Interior
    Inside, the dash has genuine wood and metal trim with similar stitching as in the CTS. Cadillac's CUE system is front and center. First seen in the XTS sedan, CUE has an 8-inch touch-screen, smart ...