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Basic Specs
| Base Price | $35,345 |
| Drivetrain | Rear Wheel Drive |
| Curb Weight (lbs) | 3854 |
| City (MPG) | 16 |
| Hwy (MPG) | 26 |
| Horsepower | 270@7000 |
| Torque (lb-ft) | 223@5700 |
| Wheelbase | 113.4 |
| Length (in.) | 191.3 |
| Width (in.) | 72.5 |
| Height (in.) | 58.0 |
The Cadillac CTS is an upscale sedan that splits the size difference between BMW's 3-Series and 5-Series sedans. Since its introduction in 2009, the luxurious and smooth-handling CTS has received a handful of upgrades as well as coupe and wagon variants.
The latest model is wider and longer than its predecessor, with its 113-inch wheelbase the only unchanged measurement. Some of the most noticeable changes come to the interior, which now approaches European levels of material quality and overall refinement. An 8-speaker sound system tuned by Bose is standard equipment on all CTS trims.
The base CTS recently recieved a new 3.0-liter variable-valve-timing V6 with 270 horsepower and 223 lb-ft of torque. This engine can be had with a standard six-speed manual that returns 16 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway or an optional six-speed automatic that increases mileage to 18/27 mpg.
The upgrade engine is a 3.6-liter V6 that offers 318 horsepower and 275 lb-ft of torque. The previously available row-your-own transmission has been dropped from this engine, leaving only a six-speed auto that helps return 18/27 mpg.
Standard wheels on either model are 17 inches in diameter. Top speed is artificially limited to 135mph in the base car, while the direct-injected version gets a 155mph limiter.
Also new for the latest model year are two exterior colors: Vanilla Latte and Tuscan Bronze ChromaFlair, along with an air filtration system that has automatic cabin odor filtration.
A performance package is available on the 304 horsepower CTS and includes bigger, 18- or 19-inch wheels (new for the latest model year), a limited slip differential, summer-only tires, and upgraded brake, suspension and cooling systems. The package does cost a heady $8,200.
The refreshed CTS is offered with all-wheel-drive in addition to rear-wheel drive, though only the latter setup is available with a manual transmission The standard CTS has also gained some suspension, braking, and steering improvements from the previous generation CTS-V performance model.
Optional features include iPod integration, a 40GB hard drive for the entertainment system, swiveling headlights, a sunroof and a remote start system. They are available either as standalone options or as part of a package.
Key Competitors
Though it offers the space of a mid-sized luxury car, the CTS competes in price against smaller rivals like the BMW 3-Series, Audi A4 and Infiniti G37. Other competitors include the Acura TL, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the Lexus IS 350.
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- General
- Body Style: Sedan
- Size: Midsize
- Market Segment: Luxury
- Weight: 3854 lbs
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- Exterior
- Length: 191.3 in.
- Width: 72.5 in.
- Height: 58.0 in.
- Wheelbase: 113.4 in.
- Ground Clearance: TBD
- Front Track: 61.8 in.
- Rear Track: 62.3 in.
- Weight Distribution: 51/49
- Drag Coefficient: TBD
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- Interior - General
- Seats: 5
- Passenger Volume: 98.0 cu. ft.
- Cargo Volume: 13.6 cu. ft.
- Cargo Volume (Seats Folded): TBD
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- Interior - Front Row
- Volume: TBD
- Leg Room: 42.4 in.
- Head Room: 38.8 in.
- Shoulder Room: 56.7 in.
- Hip Room: 53.7 in.
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- Interior - Second Row
- Volume: TBD
- Leg Room: 36.1 in.
- Head Room: 37.2 in.
- Shoulder Room: 54.7 in.
- Hip Room: 53.0 in.
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- Propulsion
- Fuel Type: Gas
- Engine Type: 3.0L V6
- Power: 270 hp @ 7000 rpm
- Torque: 223 lb-ft @ 5700 rpm
- Transmission: 6-Speed Manual
- Highway Fuel Economy: 26 mpg
- City Fuel Economy: 16 mpg
- Forced Induction: None
- Direct Injection: Yes
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- Chassis
- Layout: Rear Wheel Drive
- Front Suspension: Double Wishbone
- Rear Suspension: Multi-Link
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- Wheels
- Front: 17" Aluminum
- Front Tires: P235/55R17
- Rear: 17" Aluminum
- Rear Tires: P235/55R17
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- Trailering & Hauling
- Trailer Weight: 1000 lbs
- Payload: N/A
- Tongue Weight: TBD
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