So my Escalade rear tail gate would not open. Suspect the electronic switch failed. I wish they still had key access as I had to climb over to unload my stuff I had loaded into the Escalade yesterday when I got home.
Took it in and they gave me a new 2014 CTS4 2.0T to drive.
Initial reactions:
Car is great in Touring mode, more responsive in Sport mode but also more noticeable turbo lag.
Love the center stack with touch screen very intuitive and easy to use.
Lower portion that opens and shows the hidden storage / charging bay was noisy. Surprised for a new auto with only 2500 miles on it.
Rest of the leather, fit and finish was really nice.
Enjoyed the Paddle shifters. Was fun to use.
Dash is simply lovely. Cadillac really has stepped up their game and give a superior dash over BMW or MB.
Looked in the trunk, nice and big. Opened up the small door to the battery and wondered how they get the battery in without taking out the full carpet.
Charcoal metallic paint is very nice.
Sky roof is awesome.
Wish it had NAV, but at least I have XM.
Touch screen is very responsive and over all I like the interface.
Annoying is the lane departure warning and the rumble seat affect.
Annoying is also the blind spot that constantly senses cars on the freeway and flashes. I see this as a major distraction that will cause more accidents than it will help prevent.
Over all, I have to say the new CTS are very nice and superior in many ways over the BMW 3 series or MB C class.