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I will say that Cadillac really needs to start marketing soon. The exemplary CTS should be selling better than this.. and there simply is no reason in the world why there is not a new SRX on the way to dealers RIGHT NOW. WTF happened to the Regal? Did they stop production?

Hell Yeah.. Bravo to both of the two American Automakers Very proud. Fseries came back to outsell the GM twins this month by 5643 units, but then.. interesting enough.. the Colorado and Canyon swooped in to steal back 8147 sales. Sonic beats Fiesta, Cruse beats the Focus, but then outta no where the Mustang kicks the *** outta the Camaro by 3700 units. The Equinox and Terrain murder the Escape and MKC by 6700 units, and YUP!!!n the Fusion knocks the snot outta the Malibu by 7800. Then outta the woodwork the mighty IMPALA jumps over the rope and clobbers the Taurus by 6900 units.. and the Tahoe, whit a lil less 3rd row space gives a wedgy to the Expedition by an additional 6800 sales.. and some extra gravy from the Suburban to add to that total another 4100 (Totaling over the Expy by 10,900)... JEEEZUS.. Lo and Behold.. the Yukon beats the Expy and Navigator COMBINED total of 3376 with its number of 4614!!! And what will the press write POSITIVE about Cadillac being up almost 3%??? How will the spin it??? What Doom and Gloom will we have to wade thru?

I am offering logical reason why sales could be down a massive 3.8% (sarcasm) after raising the price more than 30%. If raising the price by 30% only yielded a blow back of 3.8% I am not seeing a real issue per se. I will also reiterate in saying that the sales could be down simply because of the FACT that they are only selling 1/3 of the variations of the Gen2. Again if I, a lover of the CTS, wanted a coupe mid-size luxo car.. no dice.. need to go buy an M6, or EClass coupe. If I wanted a Super-Hi-Po, no dice.. I'd have to go get an M5 or E63AMG.. maybe even a XF-SuperC. If I wanted a wagon.. no dice..

The CTS is selling at almost 95% of its cheaper GEN2 self, while having only 33.3% of its former Gen2 variants. I'd say dropping the price on a car by $3,000 after raising the price $10,000 isn't exactly a real retreat. It also now will alleviate the additional discounting that Cadillac was doing to compete with that of the E-Class and 5Series. The average incentive on the CTS last year was $9,000, but this does include incentives from trying to move Gen2 models. The 5-series average incentive was $7000; the E class was $7,000. Quick points of FACT, which most will ignore despite it being the meat and potatoes of the announcement: The car's base price of $46,340 WON'T change. The price of the VSport remains $71,880. The $3,000 comes off of top level trims of the CTS range. For example, a Premium Collection 3.6L is now $62,765, down from $65,767. A Performance Collection goes down $3,000, to $58,365.

Yeah. This is my next purchase. My only hope is that they come out with a coupe before I buy this time. Last time I bought the Sedan first and then they brought out the coupe I finally ended up with. Wouldn't mind skipping the extra purchase this time 'round.

I dunno... 100 mile range would have been nice, but it would have also required a much larger battery and more weight. I still believe they are giving the upper brands a more extended version tho. This is pretty damn nice with a 25% gain in EV mode with new battery tech. The weight savings is tremendous, and the look is much more sleek and contemp. LOVE THE rear. Crossing fingers on this one.. as I think this one will get more sales just for looking more normal.

Just don't get people's way of thinking on this. The most logical reason for Cadillac's drop in sales is that it lacks the same product. I use Audi the most because it is essentially closest in sales and GOALS for the parent company: Those gaps equal lost sales. Simple as that. No other way around it. Audi beat Caddy 182K to 171K or, by about 11K sales, with 6 more products to sell. You've piqued my interest. Let's have a look... So, before I go into details, let me clear up some questions you're probably brewing... I paired up the XTS to each brand's largest sedan. Yes, I know they don't really compete but it's the closest segment to pair up with. Regardless, it actually works in Cadillac's favor. Also, I left out with ELR for 2 reasons. First, those 1000 sales hardly make a difference. And secondly, it's a niche that only BMW really has a match for (i8). Finally, I left out Lincoln due to the fact that it's vehicles match up the least of all brands. With that out of the way, let's dissect. Model to model, Cadillac still has the largest sales decline. Audi's sales increase is erased and are flat. Mercedes sales increase is also erased and results in a modest decrease. Lexus actually sees a bigger sales increase without each of its models factored in. The ATS is outsold by every direct competitor in its segment. That remains true even without the competitors coupe/conv. models factored in, though they are combined above (Cadillac, MB, and BMW aren't disclosed). The 3/4 Series is by far the best seller, outselling the ATS by nearly 5 to 1. The CTS is only outsold by the E-Class and 5-Series, but by a large margin. The E-Class includes coupe and convertible sales. Many of you are forgetting that the CTS coupe was still sold for the 2014 model year, though I'm sure its a very small percentage. The XTS, being at the same price point as the CTS, is likely stealing some sales from it's sibling. You could almost combine the sales rather than try to find direct competitors for the XTS (the closest is probably the RLX). The SRX, despite its age fairs incredibly well against its competition. It is only outsold by the Lexus RX, which likely won't give up its sales crown anytime soon. The Escalade, like the XTS, doesn't really have any direct competitors besides the Lincoln Navigator. It's a niche that does extremely well for Cadillac, selling at a higher price point than most of those I've paired it up with. Ranking each brand's sales, without the extra models, Cadillac jumps a single place from 5th to 4th. BMW, MB, and Lexus maintain 1st, 2nd, and 3rd positions. Audi falls from 4th to 6th while Acura jumps from 6th to 5th. Infiniti is 7th any way you arrange it. So there you have it. Breaking it down definitely brings everything closer, but it still doesn't help Cadillac. Mercedes, BMW, and Lexus' core models still outsell Cadillac's by a large enough margin that its niche sales can't make up the difference. Audi is hurt the most as compared to Cadillac's line-up with only the A4/5 outselling the ATS. It's not that surprising given how close their sales were and the number of Audi's niche models. Mercedes definitely sees the biggest drop in pure sales number with it having the largest line-up filled with various niche models. Even with that drop, it doesn't hurt them with its core models selling so well. With that said, I actually agree on many points. The ATS is just a few tweaks and an advertising campaign away from no longer being dead last in sales. The CTS is, in my opinion, the best car in its class and it doesn't do that bad for itself. I'm still surprised it posted a sales drop, which, I agree probably has to do with sticker shock. I'd say Cadillac acknowledges such with the news that they've dropped the price $3k. As well, I'd agree with the notion that the XTS is a FWD CTS. They really do occupy the same spot in Cadillac's line-up. Still, I'd say my line of thinking is justified. Damn!!! U put some work into it!!! LOL. Thanks

CTS jumped $10k in MSRP and had only a 3.8% drop in sales volume... you're right, that is stellar. Agreed. Coupe was an unusually large % of previous generation CTS sales, so the sedan-only current generation seems to be holding on pretty well. It's tha ATS that is not doing so well... Exactly. ATS needs a product marketing blitz.. and a convertible along with the Vseries to push the product to people. Also I think the XTS has dropped in sales more to do with the CTS. Both are literally priced exactly like the other. They are essentially the same segment, EXACT same price. I'd go so far as to say the XTS is a "FWD based CTS-L." Doesn't compete well? What's its competition??? The MKS? The A6??? I'd take the XTS over either.

Just don't get people's way of thinking on this. The most logical reason for Cadillac's drop in sales is that it lacks the same product. I use Audi the most because it is essentially closest in sales and GOALS for the parent company: A3 vs ___ A4 vs ATS A5 vs ___ A6 vs CTS A7 vs XTS A8 vs _____ allroad vs _____ Q5 vs SRX Q7 vs Escalade Q3 vs ___ R8 vs ELR (?) TT vs _____ Those gaps equal lost sales. Simple as that. No other way around it. Audi beat Caddy 182K to 171K or, by about 11K sales, with 6 more products to sell.

Wow. Its almost as if Benz's growth is completely about mainstream type vehicles. Well with exception to the S

Thanks. I love the feel too

Just don't see a need for it.. Then again.. if I'm going out in any weather where I may need a lot of traction I'm driving my Yukon.. or at the very least the Impala. Thing is I am so anal about my "upper" cars being clean that I wouldn't even drive it in the rain.

No.. the GM’s upcoming four-/six-/eight-cylinder family they are referring to is a 4 cylinder, 6 cylinder, and 8cylinder exclusively for Cadillac. We are not taking about the 4/6/8 that was displacement on demand. GM has that licked and it works pretty flawlessly with just 8 to 4. These engines were the Ultras... They were shelved back in 2009 because of the BK and were developed to replace the Northstar

Will the new Cadillac CT6 have the rakish, expressive styling of the Elmiraj show car, or will it be a conservative evolution of the luxury brand’s current design language? While those questions will linger probably until the CT6 is unveiled later in 2015, AUTOMOBILE has learned this about the sedan, which uses General Motors’ new Omega full-size rear-wheel-drive platform: It will have an aluminum body. The Cadillac CT6, which will be a bit smaller than a Mercedes-Benz S-Class but larger than the midsize CTS, also will be the first to use an engine, or engines, from GM’s upcoming four-/six-/eight-cylinder family. We have learned that while a CT6 Vsport has been approved for production, there’s no word on a CT6-V yet, so some sort of turbocharged- or supercharged-six seems likely. http://www.automobilemag.com/features/news/1412-2016-ct6-cadillac-will-have-an-aluminum-body/ Looks like the Ultra Engine Family may be back on as well. LOVING CADILLAC AND GM right now.

Its silly to even think of "an American luxury sedan" competition when the ones that they need to worry about are all foreign. Furthermore I wish people would be more ENTHUSIAST acting on these sites and understand that 0-60 is the dumbest thing in the world to judge a car carrying over 350HP, let alone over 600. 1/4 Mile is the measurement, and at a point we will have to veer off from even that as the more power these cars get the less likely they are gonna be able to depart from going further below the 3 sec runs. Other things, like chassis refinement, proper launching mechanisms, better tire technology etc are going to also be needed. Its one of the reasons why the 707HP Charger/Chall is probably gonna be slower to 60 when the comparisons are done to cars with only 650. Hell if U look at the numbers, even the 580 ZL1 isn't far off its 0-60 numbers. Hence the reason why the Charger HC can pull 11.8 sec @ 124.3 mph, .5sec less, and 9mph more than the ZL1, but its insignificant 0-60 is 3.7 vs the 3.9 by the ZL1. That's with over 127 more hp. Hence me loving the engine.. but not even remotely impressed with the car

I'll add that I believe that due to lack of AWD if may be on par with the E63AMG to 60. The AWD is advantage in the Benz due to lack of spin on take off, but.. Cadillac may have quelled that issue with the new Performance Traction Management tho. I'm thinking Cadillac bench-marked and exceeded the 11.6 sec @ 121.8 mph of the Benz E63AG from MT especially considering it boasts 50lbs of torque.. 63 more HP, and weighs 400lbs less than it and 300lbs less than the M5. Handling wise the two GErmans match the VSport's .95g.. I'm thinking the VSeries will beat this as well.

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Awesome job Cadillac. I think the 0-60 is conservative tho. 3.7 secs is absolutely sweet, but considering GM has been being conservative on this metric lately I'm betting more in the area of 3.4-3.5 the majority of test will get

Cadillac released the details of the upcoming 2016 Cadillac CTS-V to be shown at the Detroit Auto Show on January 13th, 2015. Capable of 200 mph, the supercharged 6.2 liter V-8 produces 640 hp at 6400 rpm and 630 lb-ft of torque at 3600 rpm, an increase of 84 hp and 79 lb-ft over the current model. The 0-60 time drops by two-tenths of second to 3.7 seconds. The new 6.2 liter employs a 1.7 liter super charger and adds direct injection and cylinder deactivation, premium fuel is required. Cadillac brags that these power numbers are greater than both the Mercedes-Benz 5.5L bi-turbo V8 and the 4.4L twin-turbo V8 from BMW. Getting all of that power to the ground is an 8-speed automatic funneling power through the electronically controlled limited-slip rear differential. The suspension is a third generation magnetic ride control that has been upgraded to respond 40% faster to changing road surface conditions. At 60 mph, the suspension can react to every inch of road surface traveled. The half-shafts are of asymmetrical stiffness to help reduce wheel hop under hard acceleration. The new CTS-V's 19 inch wheels are 45 percent stiffer than the current model, yet lighter in weight to reduce unsprung mass. Curb weight clocks in at 4,145 lbs, a 74lb reduction in weight in spite of being just over 6 inches longer than the outgoing model. Brembo brakes pull the CTS-V down to a stop with 15.3 inch diameter rotors up front and 14.3 inch rotors in the rear The technology continues inside with an upgraded CUE system that includes natural voice recognition, Siri Eyes-Free and text-to-voice, wireless phone charging and a performance data recorder integrated into CUE's screen interface. Available will be a parking assist that will find and steer into parallel or perpendicular parking spots, but if the driver prefers to go it alone, a front camera will help the driver park without damaging the front air dam. Customers who wish to take the CTS-V to further performance heights can opt for a carbon fiber package. While even the standard CTS-V comes with a carbon-fiber hood, the carbon fiber package includes a more aggressive front spliter, hood vent, rear diffuser, and spoiler. The Cadillac CTS-V will be shown at the Detroit Auto Show on January 13th at 9:50am. We will be on hand to get you front row shots of this and all of the reveals. You can follow news from the 2015 North American International Auto Show at our Detroit Auto Show new feed. You can also follow us on social media: Twitter - @Cheersngears Facebook - CheersandGears Facebook GooglePlus - CheersandGears Google+ Source: GM Media Press Release on page 2 2016 Cadillac CTS-V Hits 200 mph with 640 hp Track-capable from the factory, with sophisticated road manners DETROIT – Cadillac today introduced the 2016 CTS-V, the most powerful product in the brand’s 112-year history and the newest entry in the elite class of the world’s highest-performing luxury cars. Launching in late summer with 640 horsepower (477 kW), 630 lb-ft of torque (855 Nm) and a top speed of 200 mph, the new CTS-V reaches higher than its predecessors, leading Cadillac’s product-driven expansion and elevation. It is the third generation of the acclaimed luxury sports sedan that launched the elite V-Series a decade ago – and redefined Cadillac for a new generation of enthusiasts. “V-Series represents the very best of the Cadillac brand – the pinnacle of our design and technical capabilities,” said Johan de Nysschen, Cadillac president. “The new CTS-V is the most compelling example of Cadillac’s product substance and brand trajectory. The new CTS-V soars into the stratosphere of the most exhilarating luxury cars.” Comprehensive updates make the new CTS-V essentially two cars in one: a luxury sedan with sophisticated road manners and a track-capable sports car straight from the factory. It also introduces a new supercharged 6.2L V-8 engine backed by Cadillac’s paddle-shift eight-speed automatic transmission, featuring launch control and Performance Algorithm Shifting. With more horsepower and torque than the Mercedes-Benz 5.5L biturbo V-8 and the BMW M-series 4.4L TwinPower (twin-turbo) V-8, the new CTS-V is capable of 0-60 performance in 3.7 seconds. Track-honed design, chassis and suspension elements complement the supercharged powertrain and elevate CTS-V’s capability, performance and driver control to new thresholds, while enabling track driving without modifications or special procedures. Key performance technologies include: Standard carbon fiber hood and available carbon fiber vent, front splitter, rear spoiler and rear diffuser for greater aerodynamic performance Brembo high-performance brake system developed to provide durability, consistency and the capability for track-day performance straight from the factory Third-generation Magnetic Ride Control delivering 40-percent faster damping response Integrated chassis controls that provide balanced performance for touring and the track, including competition-spec Performance Traction Management Structural stiffness increased by 25 percent for improved ride and superior handling Driver-selectable modes electronically calibrate performance variables for touring, sport and track driving conditions Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires with tri-compound technology offering excellent grip with extended wear An interior with performance-oriented, sueded microfiber accents and matte-finish carbon fiber trim and available RECARO high-performance seats for spirited driving Advanced safety and parking technologies, including a front curb-view camera system that provides a visual cue of curbs to protect the front splitter; automatic parking assist to find and steer into parallel or perpendicular parking spots; side blind zone alert, forward collision alert, lane keep assist and rear cross traffic alert. Additionally, the Performance Data Recorder in the CTS-V allows drivers to record high-definition video, with data overlays, of their driving experiences on and off the track, enabling sharing on social media. More powerful supercharged V-8 engine The power behind the new CTS-V’s capability is an all-new, more powerful 6.2L supercharged V-8 engine that makes more power more efficiently than the previous Cadillac supercharged engine. It employs a more-efficient, more-compact 1.7L supercharger and matches it with direct injection and Active Fuel Management (cylinder deactivation). The supercharger’s rotors are smaller in diameter than the previous supercharged engine, allowing higher maximum rpm that enables power-enhancing boost to be generated earlier in the rpm band. That boost is achieved more efficiently via a more direct discharge port that creates less turbulence, reducing heat and speeding airflow into the engine. The Cadillac supercharged engine also has several unique features designed to support its high output and the greater cylinder pressures created by forced induction, including Rotocast A356T6 aluminum cylinder heads that are stronger and handle heat better than conventional aluminum heads, and lightweight titanium intake valves. The CTS-V’s complementing eight-speed automatic is tuned for world-class shift-response times. Smaller steps between gears keep the engine within the sweet spot of the rpm band, making the most of the output of the supercharged engine for exhilarating performance and greater efficiency. The new 8L90 transmission offers full manual control via steering wheel paddles, and Performance Algorithm Shifting to deliver shift performance that rivals the dual-clutch/semi-automatic transmissions found in many luxury performance sedans – but with the smoothness and refinement that come with a conventional automatic fitted with a torque converter. Stronger structure enhances body motion control The CTS’s structure is highly mass optimized and designed to meet higher performance requirements, with enhancements to the V-Series developed to respond to cornering and torque loads that significantly exceed the levels experienced by the non-V models. Unique and revised elements include: Strut tower-to-tower brace Strut tower-to-plenum brace V-braces for the engine compartment Strengthened rocker bulkhead Stronger rear cradle-to-rocker braces A unique aluminum shear panel at the front of the chassis Upper tie bar-to-bumper braces. The enhancements bolster structural stiffness by 25 percent over non-V models, for more precise handling and steering – and a more confident feel from a vehicle that conveys strength through exceptional solidity. “With the stronger body structure – and more than a decade of V-Series production models and the CTS-V racing program experience – engineers tuned the CTS-V to deliver greater body motion control for a more agile feel, while maintaining excellent ride quality,” said David Leone, Cadillac executive chief engineer. “The result is class-leading capability on the highway or track, balanced with luxury and refinement.” Track-honed chassis and suspension The CTS-V shares the same 114.6-inch (2,910 mm) wheelbase as the CTS non-V-Series models, but has wider front and rear footprints that enhance grip, reduce body motion and contribute to more direct-feeling steering. Nineteen-inch wheels wrapped with specially developed Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires give the CTS-V its footprint and enable nearly 1g in lateral acceleration. The lightweight, forged aluminum wheels – measuring 9.5 inches wide in the front and 10 inches wide in the rear – are constructed of a low-mass forging that helps reduce un-sprung weight for greater agility and a more direct feel to steering inputs. The wheels are 45-percent stiffer than previous CTS-V wheels, while the Michelin tires feature a tri-compound tread that delivers excellent grip in performance driving situations, while offering excellent ride quality characteristics and extended tread wear. Additional contributors to the CTS-V’s responsive, connected and track-capable driving experience include: A revised multi-link double-pivot MacPherson-strut front suspension delivers a quicker response and increased lateral control, incorporating “hydro” bushings, where traditional elastomeric bushings are replaced with zero-compliance cross-axis ball joints, higher-rate springs and a stiffer stabilizer bar – for 20-percent greater roll stiffness The ZF Steering Systems Servotronic II variable-ratio electric power steering gear, with 14-percent greater system stiffness for an improved feeling of precision and greater driver feedback Cadillac’s five-link rear suspension features reduced roll center migration, stronger lateral control and effective anti-squat geometry, complementing the front suspension with greater body motion control. Contributing components include stiffer bushings, new cradle mounts, higher-rate springs and a stiffer stabilizer bar A standard electronic limited-slip differential supports optimal traction and enables maximum corner exit acceleration Larger prop shafts and greater half-shaft asymmetry (stiffer driver’s side shaft) mitigate power hop during acceleration A Brembo brake system provides durability, consistency and the capability for track-day performance. The system includes two-piece 15.3-inch-diameter (390 mm) front rotors with staggered six-piston calipers and 14.3-inch-diamter (365 mm) rear rotors with four-piston calipers. Also, the CTS-V features third-generation Magnetic Ride Control and Performance Traction Management. Four driver-selectable settings – Tour, Sport, Track and Snow – electronically calibrate performance variables to optimize the car for driving conditions. Performance Traction Management is offered in Track mode and features five settings of torque reduction and brake intervention for track driving. Magnetic Ride Control “reads” the road a thousand times per second, sending data to magneto-rheological fluid-filled dampers that can independently control the damping characteristics of all four dampers. Third-generation improvements enable 40-percent faster damping response. At 60 mph, the third-generation magnetic ride control system calculates the optimal damping force for every inch of the road. Functional form Almost every exterior panel on the CTS-V is unique, from the fascias and fenders, to the hood, rear spoiler and rocker moldings – and each was designed to support the car’s capability, contributing to lift reduction, enhanced cooling or both. The unique elements include: A lightweight carbon fiber hood featuring an air-extracting vent that pulls hot air out of the engine compartment and helps reduce lift at speed by channeling air pulled through the radiator out and over the top of car rather than allowing trapped air to exit under the car Unique front and rear fascias provide optimal aero performance, with larger grille openings in the front fascia to feed more air to the supercharged engine. Even the mesh pattern of the signature grille openings is enlarged to allow more air into the radiator and multiple heat exchangers A front splitter enhances handling by forcing air to push down on the front of the car rather than flow under it, where it can cause lift Wider fenders to accommodate the wide, 19-inch wheels and Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires The rocker moldings and rear spoiler are aero-optimized The forged aluminum wheels and brake calipers are offered in three finishes, allowing owners to personalize the appearance of the CTS-V. An available Carbon Fiber package takes aero performance and mass optimization to higher levels. The Carbon Fiber package includes a more aggressive front splitter, hood vent, rear diffuser and spoiler. “V-Series is the emotive core of Cadillac and the apex of the brand’s Art and Science design philosophy,” said Andrew Smith, executive director, Cadillac Global Design. “The CTS-V reflects that with a bold sense of arrival, serious performance, seamless integration of technology and precision in its craftsmanship. The exposed carbon fiber components, for example, are book-matched on the centerline for a more precise, tailored appearance.” Performance-focused cabin The CTS-V’s dual-purpose capability carries over to the interior, where the design and relationship of key components are focused expressly on performance-driving ergonomics. “With the performance the new CTS-V is capable of delivering, the interior needs to be as functional as the other vehicle systems,” said Smith. “All of the contact points – the steering wheel, seats, shifter and pedals – are designed to make performance driving experiences direct and intuitive.” The CTS-V features standard 20-way performance-oriented heated and ventilated front seats trimmed in semi-aniline leather, with sueded microfiber inserts and seatbacks. Available RECARO performance front seats deliver aggressive, adjustable bolsters that help hold the driver and front passenger in place during high-load cornering. They also have a luxury-performance feel, trimmed in Mulan leather with sueded microfiber inserts and seatbacks. Additional features include Cadillac’s cut-and-sew elements, with decorative stitching and authentic materials such as available sueded steering wheel and shift knob. Three color combinations are offered: Jet Black, Jet Black with Light Platinum accents and Saffron with Jet Black accents. The CTS-V features a unique version of the 12.3-inch instrument panel cluster display, with V-Series graphics and distinctive gauge readouts and complementing full-color, reconfigurable head-up display. It is also equipped with the latest connectivity technologies from Cadillac: CUE with Bluetooth connectivity with natural voice recognition Navigation with Bose Surround Sound audio Siri Eyes Free and text-to-voice that converts incoming text messages to speech and reads them over the audio system speakers Wireless inductive phone charging OnStar 4G LTE connectivity with built-in Wi-Fi hotspot. The Performance Data Recorder is controlled via CUE’s color touch screen, and recordings can be reviewed on the screen when the vehicle is parked. Cadillac has been a leading luxury auto brand since 1902. Today Cadillac is growing globally, driven by an expanding product portfolio featuring dramatic design and technology. More information on Cadillac appears at www.cadillac.com. Cadillac's media website with information, images and video can be found at media.cadillac.com # # # CONTACT: Brian Corbett Cadillac Communications 586-612-6569 [email protected] 2016 CADILLAC CTS-VPRELIMINARY SPECIFICATIONSOverview Model: Cadillac CTS-V sedan Body style / driveline: 4-door sport luxury sedan (RWD) Construction: unitized welded steel body with direct-mounted front cradle and rubber-isolated, multi-link independent rear suspension GM vehicle class: midsize luxury sedan Engine 6.2L supercharged V-8 Displacement (cu in / cc): 376 / 6162 Bore & stroke (in / mm): 4.06 x 3.62 / 103.25 x 92 Block material: cast aluminum Cylinder head material: cast aluminum Valvetrain: overhead valve, two valves per cylinder Fuel delivery: direct injection Lubrication system: wet sump Compression ratio: 10:1 Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm): 640 / 477 @ 6400 (SAE certified) Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm): 630 / 855 @ 3600 (SAE certified) Max. engine speed (rpm): 6600 Recommended fuel: premium required GM-estimated fuel economy TBD Transmission Hydra-Matic 8L90 Type: paddle-shift eight-speed, electronically controlled, automatic overdrive with torque converter clutch Gear ratios (:1): First: 4.56 Second: 2.97 Third: 2.08 Fourth: 1.69 Fifth: 1.27 Sixth: 1.00 Seventh: 0.85 Eighth: 0.65 Reverse: 3.82 Final drive ratio: 2.85 Chassis / Suspension Configuration: rear-wheel drive Differential: electronic limited-slip Front suspension: MacPherson-type with dual lower ball joints and direct-acting stabilizer bar; Magnetic Ride Control with monotube inverted struts Rear suspension: independent five-link with Magnetic Ride Control Steering type: ZF rack-mounted electric, power-assisted and variable assist Steering ratio: 15.5 (on center) to 11.2 (full lock) Steering turns, lock to lock: 2.37 Turn circle (ft / m): 40.3 / 12.3 Chassis control: four-channel StabiliTrak w/ brake assist and traction control; Performance Traction Management Wheels and Tires Wheel size and type: 19 x 9.5-inch front / 19 x 10-inch rear aluminum Tire size: front: 265/35ZR19 Michelin Pilot Super Sport rear: 295/30ZR19 Michelin Pilot Super Sport Brakes Type: four-wheel disc; four-channel ABS/TCS w/ DRP; Brembo brakes with staggered six-piston calipers (front) and four-piston calipers (rear) Rotor type and thickness (in / mm): front: 15.35 x 1.41 (390 x 36) vented, with two-piece construction; Ferritic Nitro Carburized process for corrosion resistance rear: 14.37 x 1.10 (365 x 28) vented; Ferritic Nitro Carburized process for corrosion resistance Dimensions Exterior Wheelbase (in / mm): 114.6 / 2910 Length (in / mm): 197.6 / 5021 Height (in / mm): 57.2 / 1454 Width (in / mm): 72.2 / 1833 Track (in / mm): front: 62.1 / 1577 rear: 61.2 / 1554 Curb weight (lb / kg): 4145 / 1880 Weight distribution (% front / rear): 52.7 / 47.3 Interior Legroom (in / mm): front: 45.7 / 1160 rear: 35.4 / 899 Headroom (in / mm): front: 40.4 / 1026 rear: 37.5 / 952 Shoulder room (in / mm): front: 56.9 / 1446 rear: 54.8 / 1392 Hip room (in / mm): front: 53.8 / 1366 rear: 53.3 / 1353 Capacities Seating capacity (front / rear): 2 / 3 EPA passenger volume (cu ft / L): 97 / 2746 EPA trunk volume (cu ft / L): 13.7 / 388 Fuel tank (gal / L): 19 / 72 Engine oil (qt / L): 10 / 9.5 Cooling system (qt / L): 11.9 / 11.3 Note: Information shown is current at time of publication.Please visit http://media.gm.com for updates. 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So here is a quick video I uploaded (taken about month ago) of the sound of my Impala with flowmasters on, with resonator still in place http://youtu.be/tFdj62vjgE0

Interesting find. Doesn't seen too far fetched considering the ingredients were pretty much avail for the Trailblazer SS, including AWD and the 4.10 rear. The TB SS had the Corvette's LS2 tho,... and touted 390HP and 0-60 times in the 5.4-5.6 range. I often wondered why Chevy didn't just go for it and give it the full HP of the LS2 at the time of 400HP. It may have made it as fast as the Grand Cherokee SRT8 that had 420HP. Of course I'm sure the desire to have some iota of fuel economy came into play as the SRT was a true guzzler. I'm sure if this is for real Drew.. the S/C gives it a 500HP rating.,

As in if I were to purchase this car the modification done to this one from SEMA would be done within a few weeks of getting it. Absolutely underrated car, and truly has a presence in person. From driving a few I can tell U that it is one of the best handling larger cars in the business. The CTS and BMW 5 are possibly the only vehicle in its size category I can think of that finesse the road as well. If U are disappointed by its demise.. go out and buy one.. and tell your friends to as well, because GM has absolutely no reason to put the effort in this segment for mainstream if the sales simply aren't there. Please don't give me "Dodge has a RWD mainstream sedan..." because they sell more to fleet than U kno..

If this holds true, and I think it will, we will see a Cadillac that quite possibly not only rivals Benz, but the uber set originally from England as well.

I would say more like an 8, but still better than any other automotive design I've seen in years, and a 10, pretty much perfection. The XTS and ELR seem to have more in common with the Elmiraj, not a bad thing either. I do think that the CTS and ATS take their styling cues directly from the Ciel. As does the Escalade, for that matter. In fact.. the Escalade perhaps more so. My hop and dream is that the next SRX is going that way as well.