BMW i3 vs Cadillac ATS

The BMW i3 carries more luggage, while the Cadillac ATS starts about $9,185 lower and makes more power. Here is how the two compare on the numbers that decide most purchases.

Specification comparison between the BMW i3 and the Cadillac ATS
MeasureBMW i3Cadillac ATS
Price rangeOriginal sticker prices across all trims.$42,400–$47,650$33,215–$67,795
Years covered2015–20212015–2019
Fuel economyNot directly comparable: MPGe measures electric energy use, not fuel burned.118 MPGe31 mpg
Power181 hp464 hp
Cargo space15.1 cu ft10.4 cu ft
Seats45
Fuel typesElectricPetrol
DrivetrainsRWDRWD, AWD
Safety ratingNot rated5 / 5 ★ (NHTSA)
Reliability
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BMW i3
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Cadillac ATS
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BMW i3 vs Cadillac ATS: common questions

Is the BMW i3 cheaper than the Cadillac ATS?

No — the Cadillac ATS has the lower entry price. The BMW i3 spans $42,400–$47,650 and the Cadillac ATS spans $33,215–$67,795, based on original sticker prices across all trims.

Which has more cargo space, the BMW i3 or the Cadillac ATS?

The BMW i3 holds more, at 15.1 cubic feet versus 10.4.

Which should I buy, the BMW i3 or the Cadillac ATS?

It depends on what you weight most. The BMW i3 carries more luggage, while the Cadillac ATS starts about $9,185 lower and makes more power. Here is how the two compare on the numbers that decide most purchases. Cars4Real shows both cars' full trim tables, owner reviews, safety records and depreciation so you can judge against your own priorities rather than a generic verdict.

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