DecodedCars2005 Cadillac Limousine
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2005 models.
- Class
- Large Cars
- Engines
- 4.6L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 16 combined · 13 city / 20 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 16 MPG combined, 12% below the 2005 large car average of 18.1 MPG.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 10 similar 2005 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2005 Cadillac Limousine is a large car offered with a 4.6L 8-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 16 MPG combined (13 city / 20 highway), 12% worse than the 2005 large car average of 18.1 MPG, for an estimated $4,200 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Limousine | 4.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 13 / 20 / 16 | -12% | $4,200 | 555 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2005 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2005 Cadillac Limousine under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2005 large cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Cadillac Limousine (this car) | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Lexus LS | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 19 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2005 Maserati Quattroporte | 12 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2005 Lincoln Town Car | 19 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2005 Cadillac DeVille | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2005 Jaguar XJR | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 Cadillac Limousine.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2005 Cadillac Limousine is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2005 Cadillac Limousine in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2005 Cadillac Limousine buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2005 Cadillac Limousine. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Limousine years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Limousine | 14 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 Limousine | 14 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 Limousine | 14 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2008 Limousine | 15 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 Limousine | 15 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 Limousine | 14 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Cadillac. How we calculate this →