2010 Cadillac DTS: What's New, Specs & Features

Last updated August 4, 2026

2010 Cadillac DTS

The 2010 Cadillac DTS is a carryover with no major product changes. It keeps the same basic powertrain, styling, safety features, and cabin technology as the 2009 model.

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About the 2010 Cadillac DTS

First and only DTS generation (2006-2011), fifth of six model years and the year before production ended.

The DTS is Cadillac’s traditional full-size luxury sedan from this era: large, quiet, V8-powered, and tuned more for comfort than sharp handling. Cadillac’s own legacy description leans on power, performance, and luxury in a roomy six-passenger-style package, while review sources emphasize its soft ride, easy controls, and generous interior space. The model’s core appeal is classic American luxury-sedan comfort, not sport-sedan athleticism.

The 2010 DTS is a large, comfort-focused luxury sedan with front-wheel drive, a soft ride, and a roomy cabin. Even the base model has a 275-horsepower 4.6-liter Northstar V8, leather seating, xenon headlights, remote start, power front seats, and dual-zone automatic climate control.

2010 Cadillac DTS specs and features by trim

Feature
2010 Cadillac DTSBase0 in stock
EngineV8, 4.6 Liter / V8, HO, 4.6 Liter
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-Spd w/Overdrive
DrivetrainFWD
Fuel TypeGas
MPG City15 mpg
MPG Highway22–23 mpg
Horsepower275–292 hp
Torque288–295 lb-ft
Max Towing1000 lb
Trunk/Cargo18.8 cu-ft
Rear Legroom41.6 in
Seats6
Doors4
Adaptive Cruise Control
Automatic High Beams
Blindspot Sensors
Lane Departure Warning
Alloy Wheels
Fog Lights
Power Moonroof
Navigation System
Premium Audio
Satellite Radio
Cooled Seats
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Leather Seats
Remote Start

How the 2011 Cadillac DTS compares

The 2011 Cadillac DTS is a true carryover, with no major hardware or feature changes from 2010. Its main distinction is that it was the final model year for the DTS before Cadillac moved to the XTS.

Frequently asked questions

What changed on the 2010 Cadillac DTS compared with the 2009 model?

No major product changes separate the 2010 Cadillac DTS from the 2009 model. Its powertrain, styling, safety equipment, and cabin technology carry over.

Was the 2010 Cadillac DTS redesigned?

No, the 2010 Cadillac DTS was not redesigned or refreshed. It is the fifth model year of the DTS generation that ran from 2006 through 2011.

What engine does the 2010 Cadillac DTS have?

The 2010 Cadillac DTS has a 4.6-liter Northstar V8. The base model produces 275 horsepower and uses a four-speed automatic transmission.

Was 2010 the final year for the Cadillac DTS?

No, 2010 was not the final model year for the Cadillac DTS. Production continued through the 2011 model year.