2008 Cadillac CTS

"I spent the majority of the last two weeks in the CTS while my Mini was in the body shop," says Truck Trend Web producer Melissa Spiering. "This was the first time I've driven our 2008 COTY long-termer, and now I regret not having gotten behind the wheel sooner. It's one of those vehicles you can't help but look at on the highway: It has a face that simultaneously screams, 'look at me' and 'get out of my way.' Love the power and the ride-smooth and easygoing on my long commute and even pleasant to drive in stop-and-go L.A. traffic." An aunt who often babysits her nephew, Spiering appreciates the CTS's back seat. "On a 1-to-5 scale for baby-seat install, room, and accessibility, I'd have to give the CTS a 5. The back seat offers enough room and then some for forward- and rear-facing child safety seats."