Cadillac CTS II Tire and Rim Sizes by Year & Trim | Tire Size Guide
The Cadillac CTS II refers to the second generation of the CTS model, produced between 2008 and 2014. Tire sizes vary depending on the model year and trim level, typically featuring rim widths from 7.5 to 9 inches and diameters ranging from 17 to 19 inches.\n\nBase trims usually come with 17-inch rims fitted with tire size markings such as 235/55R17, while sportier trims offer larger 18- or 19-inch rims with lower profile tires, like 245/45R18 or 245/40R19. These size markings indicate tire width in millimeters, aspect ratio, and rim diameter in inches, essential for proper fitment and performance.\n\nWhen comparing CTS II trims, consider the rim width and diameter differences, as wider and larger rims typically provide enhanced handling but may affect ride comfort. Accurately matching tire sizes aligned with factory specifications ensures safety, maintains vehicle balance, and preserves speedometer accuracy.
| Make / model / trim | Year | Tire size | Wheel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cadillac CTS II 2.8 | 2019 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.0 | 2019 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 | 2019 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 AWD | 2019 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 VVTi | 2019 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 2.8 | 2018 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.0 | 2018 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 | 2018 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 AWD | 2018 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 VVTi | 2018 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 2.8 | 2017 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.0 | 2017 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 | 2017 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 AWD | 2017 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 VVTi | 2017 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 2.8 | 2016 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.0 | 2016 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 | 2016 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 AWD | 2016 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 VVTi | 2016 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 2.8 | 2015 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.0 | 2015 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 | 2015 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 AWD | 2015 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 VVTi | 2015 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 2.8 | 2014 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.0 | 2014 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 | 2014 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 AWD | 2014 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 VVTi | 2014 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 2.8 | 2013 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.0 | 2013 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 | 2013 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 AWD | 2013 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 VVTi | 2013 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 2.8 | 2012 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.0 | 2012 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 | 2012 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 AWD | 2012 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 VVTi | 2012 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 2.8 | 2011 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.0 | 2011 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 | 2011 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 AWD | 2011 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 VVTi | 2011 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 2.8 | 2010 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.0 | 2010 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.0 AWD | 2010 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 | 2010 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 AWD | 2010 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 VVTi | 2010 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 2.8 | 2009 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.0 | 2009 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.0 AWD | 2009 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 | 2009 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 AWD | 2009 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 VVTi | 2009 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 2.8 | 2008 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.0 | 2008 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.0 AWD | 2008 | 235/50R18 | 8.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 | 2008 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 AWD | 2008 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
| Cadillac CTS II 3.6 VVTi | 2008 | 225/45R18 | 7.5" × 18" |
For bolt pattern (PCD), offset ET, center bore, and mounting details, open the bolt pattern page for Cadillac CTS II.
FAQ
- What are the common tire sizes for Cadillac CTS II base models?
- Base models usually come with 17-inch rims and tires sized around 235/55R17.
- Can I use tires from sport trims on the base CTS II model?
- Tires from sport trims have different rim widths and diameters, so compatibility depends on matching rim size and clearance.
- How do rim width and diameter affect tire selection on the CTS II?
- Rim width and diameter determine the tire size needed for proper fitment, impacting handling, ride quality, and safety.
Tire size calculatorShow
Compare two tire sizes — diameter, speedometer error, and clearance change.
| Size 1 | Size 2 | Diff | Diff(%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diameter | 25.0" | 25.4" | 0.5" | 1.89% |
| Width | 7.7" | 8.5" | 0.8" | 10.26% |
| Circumference | 78.4" | 79.9" | 1.5" | 1.86% |
| Profile height | 5.0" | 4.2" | -0.7" | -15.08% |
| Turnover per mile | 807 | 793 | 14 | -1.73% |
| Clearance | - | - | +0.2" | - |






Speedometer Error
(First wheel OEM size)
| Reading | 20 mph | 30 mph | 40 mph | 50 mph | 60 mph | 70 mph | 80 mph | 90 mph |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Actual | 20.4 | 30.5 | 40.7 | 50.9 | 61.1 | 71.2 | 81.4 | 91.6 |
