1997 Cadillac Catera Specs & Safety

The table below shows all 1997 Cadillac Catera specs by style, including MPG (fuel economy), transmission details, and interior and exterior dimensions. Additionally, find 1997 Cadillac Catera warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumper-to-bumper coverage and major components.

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Overview

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MSRP *

$29,995

Invoice *

$28,515

Engine

3.0L V-6 200 HP 192.0 ft.lbs. @ 3,600 rpm

Transmission

4-spd auto w/OD

Fuel Economy City

18.0 mpg

Fuel Economy Hwy

25.0 mpg

Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles

48/50,000

Powertrain

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Engine

3.0L V-6 200 HP 192.0 ft.lbs. @ 3,600 rpm

Transmission

4-spd auto w/OD

Alternator

120 amp

Battery

310 amp with run down protection

Axle Ratio

3.90

Recommended Fuel Type

regular unleaded

Fuel Tank

16.0 gal.

Exhaust

dual stainless steel with chrome tailpipe finish

Drive Type

rear-wheel

Traction Control

driveline

Steering and Suspension

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Auto-Levelling Suspension

rear

Front Suspension

strut

Front Anti-Roll Bar

front anti-roll bar

Front Springs

coil

Rear Suspension

independent multi-link

Rear Anti-Roll Bar

rear anti-roll bar

Rear Springs

coil

Steering

re-circulating ball

Brakes

4-wheel disc

Vented Disc Brakes

front

Wheels

16.0 " silver aluminum

Front Tires

P225/55HR16.0BSW AS

Spare Tire and Wheel

full-size steel

Seating and Interior

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Seating Capacity

Front Seat Type

bucket

Heated Front Seats

driver and front passenger heated-cushion

Front Headrests

adjustable

Front Armrests

center w/storage

Front Driver Seat Direction Controls

(6-way power)

Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls

6-way (2-way power) / 8-way (4-way power)

Rear Seats

40-20-40 bench

Rear Headrests

adjustable

Rear Armrests

center with pass-thru

Seat Trim

cloth / leather

Door Trim

cloth w/carpet lower / leatherette w/carpet lower

Headliner

full cloth

Floor Trim

carpet

Floor Mats

carpeted front & rear

Dashboard Insert

simulated wood

Comfort and Conveniences

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Sunroof

power

Vanity Mirrors

dual illuminated

Rearview Mirror

auto-dimming day-night

Glove Box

locking

Dome Light

dome light

Reading Lights

front & rear

Floor Console

full

Cup Holder

front

Seatback Storage

Door Bins

dual

Cargo Floor Trim

carpeted

Trunk Lid Trim

carpet

Cargo Net

cargo net

Cargo Light

cargo light

Front Air Conditioning

dual zone front

Climate Control

automatic air conditioning

Air Filter

air filter

Rear Heat Ducts

underseat ducts

Radio

AM stereo/FM stereo, clock, seek-scan / AM stereo/FM stereo, seek-scan

Radio Steering Wheel Controls

radio steering wheel controls

compatible / trunk/cargo area mounted 6-disc

Speakers

8 / 8 brand

Radio Theft Deterrent

radio theft deterrent

Antenna

window grid diversity

Cruise Control

cruise control

Door Locks

power

Remote Keyless Entry

keyfob (all doors)

Trunk/Hatch/Door Release

keyfob

Remote Fuel Flap Release

keyfob

Rear Child Safety Door Locks

rear child safety door locks

Fuel Filler Door Release

fuel filler door release

Cell Phone

pre-wiring / cell phone

Power Outlets

Driver Foot Rest

driver foot rest

Retained Accessory Power

retained accessory power

Garage Door Opener

HomeLink Wireless Control System

Instrument Display

analog

Tachometer

tachometer

Oil Pressure Gauge

oil pressure gauge

Water Temp Gauge

engine temperature gauge

Volt Gauge

voltmeter gauge

Exterior Temperature

exterior temperature

Trip Odometer

trip odometer

Steering Wheel Type

tilt

Steering Wheel Material

leather

Front Windows

power

Rear Windows

power

1-Touch Open Window

driver and passenger

Tinted Windows

light

Front Windshield Wipers

variable intermittent

Heated Front Wipers

jets

Rear Defroster

rear defroster

Safety

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Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)

Daytime Running Lights

daytime running lights

Center High Mounted Stop Light

center high mounted stop light

Front Impact Airbags

driver and passenger

Seatbelt Pretensioners

front

Ignition Disable

immobilizer

Security System

security system

Dimensions and Capacities

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Door Count

4 doors

Maximum Cargo Volume

52.0 cu.ft.

Exterior Length

193.8 "

Exterior Width

70.3 "

Exterior Height

57.4 "

Wheelbase

107 "

Front Tread

59 "

Rear Tread

60 "

Turning Radius

17.1 '

Curb Weight

3,770 lbs.

Max Trailer Weight

1,000 lbs.

Drag Coefficient

.33

Front Legroom

42.0 "

Rear Legroom

38.2 "

Front Headroom

38.6 "

Rear Headroom

37.8 "

Front Hiproom

54.9 "

Rear Hiproom

55.0 "

Front Shoulder Room

54.6 "

Rear Shoulder Room

54.4 "

Passenger Volume

117 cu.ft.

Interior Cargo Volume

14.5 cu.ft.

Interior Cargo Volume w/Seats Folded

45.0 cu.ft.

Exterior Features

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Bumpers

body-colored

Bodyside Moldings

body-colored

Grille Moldings

chrome

Paint

monotone

Exterior Mirrors

dual power remote heated

Warranty

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Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles

48/50,000

Major Components Months/Miles

48/50,000

Corrosion Perforation Months/Miles

72/100,000

Roadside Assistance Months/Miles

48/50,000

Accessories Months/Miles

96/80,000

Safety Ratings

Below is the 1997 Cadillac Catera safety rating information and crash results as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The ratings are based on a star system and can vary by style.

Style

Frontal Rating

Side Rating

Safety data is not currently available from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. For a list of safety-related features, please check the Safety section.

1997 Cadillac Catera Specs & Safety

Overview

Powertrain

Steering and Suspension

Seating and Interior

Comfort and Conveniences

Safety

Dimensions and Capacities

Exterior Features

Warranty

Safety Ratings

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