The Cadillac brand has long been synonymous with luxury and style and used for successive generations as a metaphor for the highest level of quality available in a product or service. Even within the auto market, there's a tendency to think that there are Cadillacs — and then there's everything else.
Understanding Cadillac Maintenance Costs
Cars are complicated machines that absorb wear and tear at different rates. Cadillac vehicles are built to resist that wear and tear, but eventually, you'll have to invest to keep your vehicle in the best possible shape. Costs will also vary depending on the model of your car — the more complex the car, the higher the repair bill.
Cadillacs produce maintenance costs that are among the highest in the industry. According to RepairPal, an information hub for auto repairs, Cadillacs cost on average $783 to repair. Specific models will be more expensive. For instance, the Cadillac Escalade, a top-end SUV, generates an average yearly repair bill of about $1,200, according to RepairPal. The good news is that Cadillac vehicles don't end up in the shop very often: only about 0.4 times a year, RepairPal says.
Cadillac vehicles are on par with other brands in the luxury category. The average yearly repair bill for competing vehicles, according to RepairPal, is:
- Alfa Romeo: $834.
- BMW: $968.
- Audi: $987.
- Hummer: $662.
- INFINITI: $638.
- Jaguar: $1,123.
- Land Rover: $1,174.
- Lexus: $551.
- Porsche: $1,192.
Besides the use of premium materials, one of the main reasons for the high repair costs lies in the basic rules of supply and demand. Cars like these are considered luxury items in part because there usually aren't that many made. This means the costs of production are higher, which then tend to get passed along to the consumer. And if the cars themselves are scarce, the parts used to make them likely will be as well.
How To Control Your Costs
The good news is that at Sunset Cadillac of Venice, we want to help you keep maintenance costs as low as possible. Our trained technicians have vast experience in all aspects of Cadillac engineering and can advise you on what to expect and when to act.
The tips to stay ahead of major repair bills are roughly the same for Cadillacs as they are for many other cars. Here's what our team recommends:
Follow scheduled maintenance diligently
If it's not broken, why fix it? When it comes to cars, that advice doesn't apply. Cadillac lays out a careful schedule for routine maintenance, starting with oil changes every 3,000 to 5,000 miles. Changing the oil helps protect engine components from dirt and other harmful particles. Regular service checks will also ensure components such as belts, hoses, power steering, transmission, and more are functioning correctly.
Use recommended parts and fluids
Every part of a Cadillac is designed with the future in mind. It's critical to use only original equipment manufacturer parts and recommended fluids in your Cadillac because they're specifically designed to allow your car achieve its best performance.
Consider an extended warranty
Every Cadillac comes with a limited warranty that guarantees the factory workmanship. But those do not last forever. To limit the potential for high repair bills, consider the Cadillac Protection Plan. This will extend coverage beyond the expiration of the manufacturer's warranty. Cadillac offers three levels with varying benefits for buyers.
Another option that could help keep your costs in check is a prepaid maintenance plan. Cadillac offers three levels, providing various coverages for oil changes, tire rotations, and other routine tasks. Buying into the program ensures the use of genuine GM parts and forges an ongoing connection with the service department at Sunset Cadillac.
The Cadillac Ownership Experience
The more important story for Cadillac is how you benefit from the ownership experience. Your investment in becoming a Cadillac owner delivers exceptional returns over the life of your vehicle, and you'll have our enthusiastic team of sales, finance, and service specialists at Sunset Cadillac of Venice, Florida, at your side. Here are just a few:
- Luxury and comfort: You'll enjoy interiors that serve you well by paying attention to the details, with added luxury features such as heated and ventilated seats, state-of-the-art audio systems, large infotainment touch screens, and copious amounts of legroom and headroom.
- Innovative technology: Cadillacs are testing grounds for new features that later become more commonplace across the industry, such as the current trend toward semi-autonomous driving systems, known as Super Cruse in Cadillac terms.
- Capabilities on the roadway: With powerful engines and fine-tuned handling on the highway, you'll enjoy being behind the wheel of a Cadillac. The Cadillac brand also innovates in safety, offering night vision, automatic braking, rear cameras, and more.
All those features combined also offer a significant benefit at the end of the line for your Cadillac. The brand has one of the highest resale values of any car on the market.
Find Your Cadillac at Sunset Cadillac of Venice
You can see why the higher price of Cadillac brings more into your life than it takes away. Higher costs come with the territory with Cadillac ownership, but knowing that going in helps ensure there are no surprises. On the plus side, you can expect a memorable driving experience from your Cadillac for years. Let our knowledgeable staff help you find the right Cadillac for you, whether a new model or pre-owned. Call or contact us online to arrange a visit.
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