2000-05 Cadillac DeVille | Consumer Guide Auto

Premium large car; Built in USA

4-door sedan

transverse front-engine/front-wheel drive

Good condition price range: $3,000 – $8,400*

2001 Cadillac DeVille DTS

2001 Cadillac DeVille DHS

2001 Cadillac DeVille interior

2001 Cadillac DeVille DHS

2001 Cadillac DeVille DTS

Pros:	Acceleration Build quality Entry/exit Interior materials Passenger and cargo room Quietness
Cons:	Fuel economy Navigation-system controls Rear visibility

Spacious and powerful, the DeVille is loaded with jet-age gizmos. Priced below most V8 luxury rivals, it has a markedly different appearance than DeVilles of the past, which pleases some potential buyers but may distress others. Ride and handling are on a par with the world’s most prestigious luxury sedans, accompanied by energetic performance.

Overview

Deville was redesigned with all-new styling for 2000, losing some of the traditional look. Wheelbase grew by 1.5 inches, but the body actually was two inches shorter and narrower than before. DHS (DeVille High Luxury Sedan) and DTS (DeVille Touring Sedan) models were added, replacing the D’Elegance and Concours editions. Under the hood sat familiar Northstar V8 engines, making 300 horsepower in the DTS and 275 bhp in other models. Traction control and all-disc antilock braking were standard. Standard on DTS were Cadillac’s StabiliTrak antiskid system (optional on other models) and a Continuously Variable Road Sensing Suspension. All DeVilles had GM’s OnStar emergency/communications system, front side airbags, and newly optional rear side airbags. New taillamps used LED technology, said to illuminate faster.

Digital instruments went into base models, versus analog gauges in the others, which also had standard leather upholstery and a lumbar-massaging front seat. The DHS added power rear-seat lumbar adjustment, a power rear-window sunshade, and manual shades for back-door windows. New steering-wheel audio and climate controls were used, with a separate back-seat temperature adjustment. A satellite navigation system and Night Vision–an industry “first”–were optional on DHS/DTS models. Night Vision used infrared technology to project an image of the view ahead into the windshield. A new ultrasonic Parking Assist option provided audible and visual warnings.

Yearly Updates

2001 DeVille
A new CD player became standard on the base DeVille, and a tire-pressure monitor joined the options list. During the 2001 model year, a new Infotainment system became available, combining audio and text display of e-mail on a dashboard screen. The system operated via a touch-screen, keypad, or vocal commands.

2002 DeVille
DeVille got a new DVD navigation system for 2002. Leather upholstery became standard instead of optional on base models, and a tire-pressure monitor was standard on DHS and DTS. Added during the model year was an optional satellite radio that played commercial-free programs for a monthly fee.

2003 DeVille
A tire-pressure monitoring system was the only noteworthy change for ’03.

2004 DeVille
Cadillac’s largest car gets available heated and cooled front seats and a heated steering wheel for ’04.

2005 DeVille
DeVille gets no changes for 2005. Cadillac will redesign the sedan and shorten the name to DTS for 2006.

dohc V8
Engine Size (liters/cubic inches)	4.6/279
Engine HP	275
Engine Torque (lb-ft)	300

Avail. Trans.	EPA MPG (city/hwy)	MPG avg. as tested
4-speed automatic	16/27

dohc V8

Engine Size (liters/cubic inches)

4.6/279

Engine HP

275

Engine Torque (lb-ft)

300

Avail. Trans.

EPA MPG (city/hwy)

MPG avg. as tested

4-speed automatic

16/27

dohc V8
Engine Size (liters/cubic inches)	4.6/279
Engine HP	300
Engine Torque (lb-ft)	295

Avail. Trans.	EPA MPG (city/hwy)	MPG avg. as tested
4-speed automatic	16/27	16.7

dohc V8

Engine Size (liters/cubic inches)

4.6/279

Engine HP

300

Engine Torque (lb-ft)

295

Avail. Trans.

EPA MPG (city/hwy)

MPG avg. as tested

4-speed automatic

16/27

16.7

Ratings

Model Tested: 2002 Cadillac DeVille DHS

Ratings values are on a 1-10 scale, with 10 being the best. With the exception of Value, these numbers reflect how the vehicle compares against the universe of vehicles, not just against rivals in its class.

Performance

Acceleration - 7

70%

Fuel Economy - 3

30%

Ride Quality - 7

70%

Steering/Handling - 5

50%

Quietness - 8

80%

Accommodations

Controls/Materials - 6

60%

Room/Comfort Front - 9

90%

Room/Comfort Rear - 9

90%

Cargo Room - 6

60%

Other

Value - 6

60%

Total: 66

Safety Ratings

Model Tested: 2000 DeVille 4-door sedan

NHTSA

(5 is the highest rating)

Front Impact Test

Driver Injury - 3

60%

Front Passenger Injury - 4

80%

Side Impact Test

Driver Injury - 4

80%

Rear Passenger Injury - 4

80%

HLDI

(A score of 100 is average. Lower is better)

Collision	93
Injury	41
Theft	184

2000 Cadillac DeVille	Pricing Effective: 05/31/2000
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
Base 4-door sedan	$ 39,895	$ 36,659	$ 720
DHS 4-door sedan	45,595	41,874	720
DTS 4-door sedan	45,595	41,874	720
Price Note:

Standard Equipment
Base : 4.6-liter dohc V8 275-horsepower engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, traction control, dual front airbags, front side-airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, daytime running lights, OnStar System (Global Positioning System, roadside assistance, emergency services), air conditioning w/tri-zone automatic climate control, variable-assist power steering, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, cloth upholstery, split front bench seat, 8-way power front seats, front storage armrest, cupholders, rear seat trunk pass-through, heated power mirrors w/driver-side automatic day/night, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/cassette, steering wheel radio and climate controls, trip computer, outside temperature indicator, illuminated front visor mirrors, variable intermittent wipers, power decklid release and power pull-down, remote fuel door release, rear defogger, automatic day/night rearview mirror, compass, map lights, automatic headlights, automatic parking brake release, floormats, theft-deterrent system, cornering lights, load-leveling suspension, 225/60SR16 tires, alloy wheels
DHS adds: leather upholstery, heated front and rear seats, 12-way power front seats w/lumbar massage, front and rear power lumbar adjustment, driver seat and mirror memory, power tilt and telescoping wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel, wood shift knob, Bose AM/FM/cassette/CD player, analog instruments, tachometer, wood interior trim, rear illuminated visor mirrors, rain-sensing automatic wipers, power rear window sunshade, manual rear side sunshades, chrome alloy wheels
DTS adds: 4.6-liter dohc V8 300-horsepower engine, StabiliTrak antiskid system, front bucket seats, center console, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel, fog lights, Continuously Variable Road Sensing Suspension, 235/55HR17 tires, alloy wheels, (Deletes driver seat and mirror memory, power tilt and telescoping wood and leather-wrapped steering )

Optional Equipment
Option Note:
Major Packages
Option	Avail.	Retail	Dealer
Comfort and Convenience Pkg.	Base	$1095	$931
Comfort and Convenience Pkg.	DTS	695	591
Heated front and rear seats, front seat lumbar adjustment (Base), memory driver seat and mirror, power tilt and telescoping steering wheel (DTS), trunk mat.
Safety and Security Pkg.	Base, DHS	895	761
Safety and Security Pkg.	DTS	400	340
StabiliTrak antiskid system (Base, DHS), ultrasonic rear parking assist, universal garage door opener.
Trailer Towing Provisions		110	94
Trailer wiring harness, engine oil cooler.
Safety
Option	Avail.	Retail	Dealer
Rear side-impact airbags		295	251
Night Vision	DHS, DTS	1995	1696
Requires Safety and Security Pkg.
Comfort & Convenience Features
Option	Avail.	Retail	Dealer
Navigation system	DHS, DTS	1995	1696
Navigation system with Global Positioning System, LCD screen, 6-disc CD changer.
Power sunroof		1550	1318
DHS deletes rear illuminated visor mirrors.
Leather upholstery	Base	785	667
Adaptive front seats	DHS, DTS	995	846
DTS requires Comfort and Convenience Pkg.
AM/FM/cassette/CD player	Base	300	255
Bose AM/FM/cassette/mini CD player	DHS, DTS	300	255
6-disc CD changer		595	506
Wood Trim Pkg.	DTS	595	506
Wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel, wood shift knob.
Appearance and Miscellaneous
Option	Avail.	Retail	Dealer
Special paint		650	553
Chrome alloy wheels	Base, DTS	795	509

2001 Cadillac DeVille	Pricing Effective: 07/13/2000
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
Base 4-door sedan	$ 40,945	$ 37,465	$ 720
DHS 4-door sedan	46,517	42,563	720
DTS 4-door sedan	46,517	42,563	720
Price Note:

Standard Equipment
Base : 4.6-liter dohc V8 275-horsepower engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, traction control, dual front airbags, front side airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, daytime running lights, OnStar System w/one year service (roadside assistance, emergency services; other services available), air conditioning w/tri-zone automatic climate control, variable-assist power steering, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, cloth upholstery, split front bench seat, 8-way power front seats, front storage armrest, cupholders, rear seat trunk pass-through, heated power mirrors w/driver-side automatic day/night, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/cassette/CD player, digital clock, steering wheel radio and climate controls, trip computer, outside temperature indicator, illuminated front visor mirrors, variable intermittent wipers, power decklid release and power pull-down, remote fuel door release, rear defogger, automatic day/night rearview mirror, compass, map lights, automatic headlights, automatic parking brake release, floormats, theft-deterrent system, cornering lights, load-leveling suspension, 225/60SR16 tires, alloy wheels
DHS adds: leather upholstery, heated front and rear seats, 12-way power front seats w/lumbar massage, front and rear power lumbar adjustment, memory system (driver seat, mirrors, steering wheel, climate control, radio), power tilt and telescoping wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel, wood shift knob, Bose sound system, analog instruments, tachometer, wood interior trim, rear illuminated visor mirrors, rain-sensing automatic wipers, power rear window sunshade, manual rear side sunshades, chrome alloy wheels
DTS deletes: 4.6-liter dohc V8 300-horsepower engine, StabiliTrak antiskid system, front bucket seats, center console, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel, fog lights, Continuously Variable Road Sensing Suspension, 235/55HR17 tires, alloy wheels, memory system, power tilt and telescoping wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel, wood shift knob, rear seat lumbar adjustment, rear illuminated visor mirrors, power rear window sunshade, manual rear side sunshades, chrome alloy wheels

Overview

Yearly Updates

Engines

Road Test

Performance

Accommodations

Other

Total: 66

Specifications

NHTSA

HLDI

Trouble Spots

Recall History

Equipment Lists

Pricing

2002 Cadillac DeVille	Pricing Effective: 05/15/2002
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
Base 4-door sedan	$ 42,950	$ 39,299	$ 770
DHS 4-door sedan	47,880	43,810	770
DTS 4-door sedan	47,880	43,810	770
Price Note:

Standard Equipment
Base : 4.6-liter dohc V8 275-horsepower engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, traction control, dual front airbags, front side airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, wiper-activated headlights, daytime running lights, OnStar System w/one year service (roadside assistance, emergency services; other services available), air conditioning w/tri-zone automatic climate control, power steering, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel, cruise control, leather upholstery, split front bench seat, 8-way power front seats, front storage armrest, cupholders, rear-seat trunk pass-through, heated power mirrors w/driver-side automatic day/night, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/cassette/CD player, digital clock, steering-wheel radio and climate controls, trip computer, outside-temperature indicator, illuminated front visor mirrors, variable-intermittent wipers, power decklid release and power pull-down, remote fuel-door release, rear defogger, automatic day/night rearview mirror, compass, map lights, automatic headlights, automatic parking-brake release, floormats, theft-deterrent system, cornering lights, load-leveling suspension, 225/60SR16 tires, alloy wheels
DHS adds: tire-pressure monitor, heated front and rear seats, front and rear power lumbar adjustment, front-seat lumbar massage, memory system (driver seat, mirrors, steering wheel), power tilt/telescoping wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel, wood shift knob, Bose sound system, analog instruments, tachometer, wood interior trim, rear illuminated visor mirrors, rain-sensing automatic wipers, power rear-window sunshade, manual rear side sunshades, chrome alloy wheels
DTS adds: 4.6-liter dohc V8 300-horsepower engine, StabiliTrak antiskid system, front bucket seats, center console, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel, fog lights, Continuously Variable Road Sensing Suspension, 235/55HR17 tires, alloy wheels, (Deletes memory system, power tilt/telescoping wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel, wood shift knob, rear-seat lumbar adjustment, rear illuminated visor mirrors, power rear-window sunshade, manual rear side sunshades, chrome alloy wheels)

2003 Cadillac DeVille	Pricing Effective: 05/28/2003
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
Base 4-door sedan	$ 44,400	$ 40,626	$ 795
DHS 4-door sedan	49,150	44,972	795
DTS 4-door sedan	49,150	44,972	795
Price Note:

Standard Equipment
Base : 4.6-liter dohc V8 275-horsepower engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, traction control, dual front airbags, front side airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, tire-pressure monitor, wiper-activated headlights, daytime running lights, OnStar System w/one-year service (navigation, roadside assistance, emergency and concierge services), air conditioning w/tri-zone automatic climate controls (including rear controls), interior air filter, power steering, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel w/climate and radio controls, cruise control, leather upholstery, front split bench seat, 8-way power front seats, front storage armrest, cupholders, rear-seat trunk pass-through, heated power mirrors w/turn-signal indicators, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/cassette/CD player, digital clock, digital instruments, trip computer, illuminated front visor mirrors, variable-intermittent wipers, power decklid release and power pull-down, remote fuel-door release, rear defogger, automatic day/night rearview mirror, compass, outside-temperature indicator, map lights, automatic headlights, automatic parking-brake release, floormats, theft-deterrent system, cornering lights, load-leveling suspension, 225/60SR16 tires, alloy wheels
DHS adds: heated front and rear seats, front and rear power lumbar adjustment, front-seat lumbar massage, memory system (driver seat, mirrors, steering wheel), power tilt/telescoping wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel, driver-side automatic day/night mirror, passenger-side tilt-down back-up-aid mirror, Bose sound system, analog instruments, tachometer, rear illuminated visor mirrors, rain-sensing automatic wipers, power rear-window sunshade, chrome alloy wheels
DTS adds: 4.6-liter dohc V8 300-horsepower engine, antiskid system, front bucket seats, center console, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel, fog lights, Continuously Variable Road Sensing Suspension, 235/55HR17 tires, alloy wheels, (Deletes memory system, power tilt/telescoping wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel, rear-seat lumbar adjustment, driver-side automatic day/night mirror, passenger-side tilt-down back-up-aid mirror, rear illuminated visor mirrors, power rear-window sunshade, chrome alloy wheels)

2004 Cadillac DeVille	Pricing Effective: 06/22/2004
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
Base 4-door sedan	$ 45,600	$ 41,724	$ 795
DHS 4-door sedan	50,750	46,436	795
DTS 4-door sedan	50,750	46,436	795
Price Note:

Standard Equipment
Base : 4.6-liter dohc V8 275-horsepower engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, traction control, dual front airbags, front side airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, tire-pressure monitor, wiper-activated headlights, daytime running lights, OnStar telematics system w/one-year service, air conditioning w/tri-zone automatic climate controls (including rear controls), interior air filter, power steering, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel w/climate and radio controls, cruise control, leather upholstery, front split bench seat, 8-way power front seats, cupholders, trunk pass-through, heated power mirrors w/turn-signal indicators, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/CD player, digital clock, digital instruments, trip computer, illuminated front visor mirrors, variable-intermittent wipers, power decklid release and power pull-down, remote fuel-door release, rear defogger, automatic day/night rearview mirror, compass, outside-temperature indicator, map lights, automatic headlights, automatic parking-brake release, floormats, theft-deterrent system, cornering lights, load-leveling suspension, 225/60SR16 tires, alloy wheels
DHS adds: heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats, front and rear power lumbar adjustment, front-seat lumbar massage, memory system (driver seat, mirrors, steering wheel), power tilt/telescoping heated wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel, driver-side automatic day/night mirror, Bose AM/FM/cassette/CD player, analog instruments, tachometer, rear illuminated visor mirrors, rain-sensing wipers, power rear sunshade, chrome alloy wheels
DTS adds: 4.6-liter dohc V8 300-horsepower engine, antiskid system, front bucket seats, center console, tilt heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, fog lights, Continuously Variable Road Sensing Suspension, 235/55HR17 tires, alloy wheels, (Deletes memory system, power tilt/telescoping wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel, rear-seat lumbar adjustment, driver-side automatic day/night mirror, rear illuminated visor mirrors, power rear-window sunshade, chrome alloy wheels)

2005 Cadillac DeVille	Pricing Effective: 02/10/2005
Model Pricing	Retail Price	Dealer Price	Destination
Base 4-door sedan	$ 46,045	$ 42,131	$ 795
DHS 4-door sedan	51,600	47,214	795
DTS 4-door sedan	51,600	47,214	795
Price Note:

Standard Equipment
Base : 4.6-liter V8 275-horsepower engine, 4-speed automatic transmission, traction control, dual front airbags, front side airbags, antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, tire-pressure monitor, wiper-activated headlights, daytime running lights, OnStar assistance system w/one-year service, air conditioning w/tri-zone automatic climate controls (including rear controls), interior air filter, power steering, tilt leather-wrapped steering wheel w/climate and radio controls, cruise control, leather upholstery, front split bench seat, 10-way power front seats, cupholders, trunk pass-through, heated power mirrors w/turn-signals, power windows, power door locks, remote keyless entry, AM/FM/CD player, digital clock, digital instruments, trip computer, illuminated front visor mirrors, variable-intermittent wipers, rear defogger, automatic day/night rearview mirror, compass, outside-temperature indicator, map lights, automatic headlights, automatic parking-brake release, floormats, theft-deterrent system, cornering lights, load-leveling suspension, 225/60SR16 tires, alloy wheels
DHS adds: heated and cooled front seats, heated rear seats, front and rear power lumbar adjustment, front-seat lumbar massage, memory system (driver seat, mirrors, steering wheel), power tilt/telescope heated wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel, driver-side automatic day/night mirror, tilt-down back-up-aid mirrors, Bose AM/FM/cassette/CD player, analog instruments, tachometer, rear illuminated visor mirrors, rain-sensing wipers, power rear sunshade, chrome alloy wheels
DTS adds: 4.6-liter V8 290-horsepower engine, antiskid system, front bucket seats, center console, tilt heated leather-wrapped steering wheel, fog lights, Continuously Variable Road Sensing Suspension, 235/55HR17 tires, alloy wheels, (Deletes memory system, power tilt/telescope wood and leather-wrapped steering wheel, rear-seat lumbar adjustment, driver-side automatic day/night mirror, tilt-down back-up-aid mirrors, rear illuminated visor mirrors, power rear-window sunshade, chrome alloy wheels)