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I’m beginning to think I tell mom to get a latest version LaCrosse instead. I am gonna go check out an X1 one of these days also. If she could actually climb into one, an Envision would be perfect for her. The Encore would likely be fine but she’d think it to be a bit small.

Well here you go. Here’s a market opportunity to expand Alfa Romeo ??

Well here you go. Here’s a market opportunity to expand Alfa Romeo ??

Oh but the Audis

Pics of a new 2020 CT5 Impressions: whoa Finally got picture up impressions later

added review ^^^^^^ Mom's question is always, "why do they put the shifter on the console like that all the time these days"?

Coming up later..... Here's some pics. Was shopping for mom. I don't think MOM 'needs' the TWIN TURBO. HIGHS: Lots of extra ROAR and THRUST for the twin turbo vs. the AARP issue V6. Attractive car, take a look at the pictures. Comfortable seating and lots of girth, room, and space. This is how GM used to build a lot of their cars (they don't anymore unless you get a truck). Honestly the car could cruise all day (that must be why they offer Super Cruise). At the same time, it has steering and handling that isn't dead or slow. It has the right amount of reflexes for a non sport model. As with every CT6 I have driven, it drives lighter and smaller than you actually think it would. Big trunk, too. Again, like the way GM used to build em. Really liked the leather and trimming of the seats themselves. Still the glossy GM leather, but its perforated style looks cool here. Awesome dual moonroof, lots of light in the cabin. LOWS: Platinum Panaray sound system is hot garbage. I didn't spend forever tweaking all the settings and testing multiple sources, but seriously....hot garbage. Such a disservice to my Revolution Saints "Rise" album. Also, the bluetooth had stutters when you tried to pause it. I will give 2018-2020 models the shadow of a doubt as i am sure their interfaces were updated. It's a shame that one of the reasons for much higher price for the Platinum vs. lower models being the supposed top drawer sound system; and here, it sucks. Why would you upgrade to a Platinum? No bass, no separation, no highs, no power. I might need to find another one and see if it is as mediocre sound system as this one. I am not sure how much value a certain number of buyers would place on the extra power of the twin turbo vs the regular v6. The twin turbo has a racy snarl, and hauls ass nicely but that snarl will no doubt turn off grandma and grandpa. If they go easy on the throttle, the TT never lets on about its caged roar. The automatic transmission is clumsy at times and in research I have seen that some have had problems with the 8 speed. Just get a newer one with the 10 speed, and problem solved. Again, I question the value proposition here of the higher power motor vs the huge price jump to get it. The non turbo v6 does a pretty good job about being in relaxed mode all the time, so think long and hard about much more you are willing to pay for the extra power. It really is the deal, GM really needs to improve plastics and attention to detail in the Cadillac interiors. Because of the see of taupe, tan, beige in this particular car, it really highlights how blah the plastics are. I can't call them bad, but they clearly are not super luxury either. I like the interior layout a lot but the way GM assembles and details interiors rarely ever has special detailing or awesome textures. I have seen these tan interiors come to life a bit more with some of the pieces switched out to black for more of a light / dark mix, and i think that helps. Maybe the best things i can say is that its a really well done Camry / Avalon interior, or....and I can hear my mom say it......'it's not any different than my car already' (2002 DTS). Which, isn't true by the way....the CT6 interior is nicer than the old DTS and other Cadillac sedans but that is my point here. The two tone tan bath comes off as so much like the tan bathed Cadillacs of the 90's and 00's that it just doesn't make an impression of Cadillac having upped its game with interiors after all these years. Good to see from checking out the new CT5 this weekend that Cadillac has changed up its gauge fonts and touch screen fonts. These on this 2017 still are also the relics of the 90's and 00's. It's a good thing Cadillac has improved the touchscreen controls and interfaces overall on its very latest products. SUMMARY: I really do like the CT6 every time i have tried it. And it is a great car, I would love to have one. This platinum version to me did not ascend to another level of luxury that would be worth stepping way up the price chain for, IMO. Now, buying one used like this after someone else loses their ass on the depreciation? Go for it. Whether you need or want the turbo six is a personal choice dependent on how much you want to spend and if you like the racy sound under hard throttle. The sound system is a serious disappointment. I will need to give it another shot in the future to try to understand why i thought it was so terrible. The 'nice' but not awe inspiring interior you just normally learn to accept as a GM buyer (nice seats not withstanding). I am pretty sure I could drag mom out to test drive this since i have been trying to get her to get a new car for about 3 years now. I am willing to bet she would drive it, think its nice, and then say "I like my car, this isn't any different". Which would be infuriating because it is so much better... But then again, to her for the look and feel, with the usual GM plastics, its probably really not that different. WHich in some ways though, wasn't that the whole point of the CT6? Just give back the large sedan option that Cadillac drivers were supposedly looking for all along? Well it does do that, very well.

If i bought a Cadillac (an expensive one) I would LOVE to have the blackwing DOHC plus 10 speed automatic combo. A CT6 V with the same supercharged small block as the last how many years would have zero appeal to me. The hot V 4.2 turbo to me is the natural albeit way overdue evolution of the spirit of the Northstar motor. Small block has a lot of fans, I just think those are more pony car fans. Hate to see Cadillac never use this powertrain again.

i don't think its so much always about that as much as it is if the customer desires to want it. A turbo eight generates new interest for Cadillac, its something they can market vs competition. It has a power and delivery that are characteristically different than the old supercharged engines. And, they developed the engine, so to not use it is a complete waste. The supercharged motors have a following with people who go the track, etc. so there is some good reasoning to continuing to use those as well. Could just simply be Cadillac doesn't want to spend development money to repackage for use in other products.....at this time. The CT6 cancellation decision was independent of what is going on with the Escalade and CT5. Another possibility is Cadillac simply wants to beta test the motor in the outgoing CT6 to as few delivered units as possible in case there are any QC issues with the new motor. If there are, then there is only a few out in the wild that they need to spend money on warranty fixes for. The new design could be expensive if it turns out to be a defective design that they didn't catch in product testing. I was looking at CT6 v8's on autotrader last night since i was looking at CT6's for my mom. No way she can foot the bill for a v8! A four year old 3.6 version is all that is in her possible price range.

Oh yes, the dogs would enjoy all that space, especially with the middle row into the floor.

"Pinnacle model offers best-in-class total storage of 227.6 liters – enough to store 60 gallons of milk" ?that's udderly amazing

I think reviving the Aspen name would work, also, remember the Chrysler Atlantic? They could resurrect that name for use in a new Chrysler truly full size sedan or 3 row SUV I am pretty sure you saying that just made some marketing type's day over at GM corporate.....

GM would absolutely do that again LOL Remember they even have the Spark 'Activ' now.....

i was suspecting FCAPSA whatever they are called now might try to shove that 2.0 turbo in the Pacifica. Maybe into the Voyager later..... I am going to see, the reason they didn't rush this out, they had to try to get the AWD to work while still keeping the Sto N go. looks like they did it!. Chrysler vans are hugely popular in Canada, this is a great move to keep the interest up in that market. I'm going to have to sit down tonight with a hot towel and fresh mixed big whiskey coke and slowly read through the arousing press release in full.

FALSE, this pacifica owner says the v6 is probably the best one I've driven or had. Who are those losers saying its a sewing machine. YES TO THE ADDITION OF ALLWHEEL DRIVE!! LOve these changes! Spouse didn't want another minivan but these are such great family vehicles! Now adding AWD may just mean I don't need to get a crossover! Since i got the tourx i have had remorse about not getting a higher seat vehicle and was thinking maybe i should trade cars with my wife for awhile. Maybe I look at getting the Pacifica for myself...... Pacifca so far has been the best vehicle I think we / I have ever owned in terms of it being enjoyable and functional. The AWD will knock the gas mileage a bit. But it averages 24-25 summer and 22-23 winter as it is so it will probably get 20-22 with AWD. You said the AWD comes with 'models equipped with the v6'....all pacificas are 6 cylinder.... another reason to love it. no buzzy 4. OHHHH MORE OF A REAL CONSOLE TOO! SWEET

Too bad the CT5 is sort of not attractive. So much else to like about the car. I'd love a CT5-V turbo six regardless. I've had an Aztek I can handle a certain amount of ugly.

the speed of adoption of more electric propulsion on cars will depend more on refueling infrastructure. When we can fill our cars in 5-15 minutes, literally in nearly the same number and prime locations of places where we currently get gasoline, while we stop to pee and grab snacks..... and i don't see jack in terms of that happening in ten years at this time. 20 years out, maybe. Need electrical service and grid and FAST chargers to everywhere where gas is now. And they know this, that is why we are still only seeing incremental technology on automobiles with electric. Battery design will also need more time like that till we get to the point where the battery is not so huge, not so expensive, not so dangerous, and not requiring so much toxic metals from kids in 3rd world countries. And finally price of electric cars will have to become nearly equal with gas equivalent for the average consumer vehicle. https://www.wired.com/story/segway-bringing-hoverchairs-wall-e-life/

not to mention already needing to retire and dismantle recently built turbines and disposal or recycling of said items is an issue. 10 years maybe in some cases.

this i agree. on the new Chevy Trailblazer it's only got a 1.2 to start with! particularly for a state fleet vehicle that may only serve to be a company car for a desk employee to drive up to meetings and back a handful of times a week.

https://carfromjapan.com/article/car-maintenance/how-much-gas-does-idling-use/ at 1/2 a gallon of gas per hour and 2.50 per gallon of fuel.......it would require 8,000 hours (333.33 days) of idling to burn 10k in fuel. In the case of the Pacifica being a plug in, now you're burning electric energy created from fuel anyways or inefficient and costly and toxic renewable energy. And storing it in a big ass battery with toxic materials.

in the case of a pacifica, its not worth it for a state fleet to spend 10 grand more, or more, for a multipassenger vehicle.

Purely now after seeing tv ads for these, the lumpy dumpy CX-5 is for OK BOOMERS and this sleek CX-30 is for the younger set and those that don't like the slab sided, compatively piggish look of the CX-5. Neither of the two groups wanting the weird Mazda3 hatch.

when i was traveling the other day i passed two newer state fleet vehicles that would normally likely not otherwise be fleet vehicles. A plug in hybrid Pacifica and a hybrid RAV4. MN passing cheesy renewable energy mandates, they must have been extending orders to start spending big bucks on purchasing EV fleet vehicles to appear to be in sync with being green. I suppose in some cases the hybrid costs more; in the case of the Pacifica, a lot more then buying a cheap ass grand caravan. Not that state fleets will be buying Corsairs, but you never know....... at least the new Escape is a hybrid again.

I sort of think this redesign takes a step back from the previous version. It's sort of chunky and not particularly rakish. That said, it's ok and not offiensive. It doesn't appear to be a space efficient shape.

usually in my neck, premium is +40 over regular at most typical stations but i get most of my fillups now at costco. Premium at Costco most days is about 20 cents higher than regular at typical stations. You can argue the true cost of a costco membership, but if you are getting one already due to the great meat, big ass cheesecake and pumpkin pie, and the GM costco rebate potential, then it can help save on premium.