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Autoweek has published the first ATS full test and from what they find they feel it is world class and has what it takes to compete. I have always found Autoweeks reviews generally the most balanced and fair in the media market [not counting those here]. They have tested all three engines in the RWD model and they love the car. In all areas it is either best in class or as good. Here are some of the highlights. Interior is A4 matches build quality and is better than the # series. The ATS is lightest in class by 113 pounds and the weight loss is not due to anything that will contribute to noise or harshness. In other words Cadillac did not take the easy way out. Brakes best in class. Ride Handling and Balanced are among the best in class magnetic shocks or not. V6 strong meatiiest and smooth 2.0 Turbo is strong linear quiet NHV 2.5 has more NHV than the 2.0 Trubo but is better than the C class, Not rough and is a good honest not frilly car. The 2.5 might be the best bargin of the bunch. V series almost certain to not be a V8. Cadillac is not working on more new models now than at any point in their history. Engineers are no longer marginalized. Sounds as if the coupe is still game on. Suspension will use same settings world wide. AWD was not tested but will be available in August. 6 speed tranny was good and only had a small hic up but they thought the less gears than the others made it less busy. Manual shifter was not the best but good enough to be in the mix. The harshest words were for the thick A pillars and mirrors for blind spots but they said that is just part of todays cars and really made just a passing comment. The ATS is light agile and fun and Cadillac has met their objectives. So all those who had little faith you can rest at ease and know that the CTS and Camaro look to have good futures based on this first Alpha.
