2007 Cadillac CTS
Cadillac CTS
Fuel Economy
n/a
L/100K
n/a
L/100K
Vehicle Dimensions (mm)
2010 Cadillac CTS 3.0L DI |
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| Fuel City | n/aL/100K |
| Fuel Highway | n/aL/100K |
| Transmission | Manual |
| Max Power | 201 KW 270 HP |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Number of Doors | 4 |
| Engine | 3l |
| Drive Wheels | Rear Wheel Drive |
2008 Cadillac CTS Preview
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| This isn't your grandfather's Cadillac. (Photo: Steven James Day, Canadian Auto Press) |
I remembered seeing the first generation CTS for the first time at a local auto show in 2002. The design was sharp and “edgy” compared to its conservative predecessor the Catera. One might even argue that the designers drew up the CTS with only a straight edge in hand. There were lots of crisp angles and straight lines along the body panels and the front fascia. It looked so sharp that you could probably cut your finger if you
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| New grille is much more intricate in its detailing. (Photo: Cadillac) |
Early this year at the Detroit auto show, Cadillac unveiled the second generation completely redesigned CTS. At first glance, nothing too radical has been done; the core bones of the CTS are still very prominent. However, upon closer inspection certain enhancements become evident. There are cues from the Cadillac Sixteen concept design which include the prominent square grated grille and the vertical style headlights. The flagship model of the CTS is equipped with a new 3.6-litre V6 VVT powering either the rear wheels or an optional all-wheel drive layout. This direct-injection V6 delivers an estimated 300 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque, which gives the driver a V8-like experience with the fuel economy of a V6 (direct-injection technology sends fuel
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| The new 3.6-litre direct injection V6 pumps out 300 horsepower. It can be had with rear- or all-wheel drive. (Photo: Cadillac) |
The entry-level CTS will also be powered by a 3.6-litre V6, only this one generates 258 horsepower and 252 lb-ft of torque. A smaller 2.8-litre VVT engine is also available to power the rear wheels with 210 horsepower and 194 lb-ft of torque for cars sold in Europe.
Transmission choices include either a short-throw Aisin six-speed manual or a new Hydra-Matic 6L50 six-speed automatic that was introduced on the Cadillac STS-V back in 2005.
The CTS has not only grown up in appearance, but also in physical presence. Sitting 51 mm (2.0 in) wider and 38 mm (1.5 in) longer, the CTS now measures 4,766 mm (191.6 in) long, 1,841 mm (72.5 in) wide, and 1,472 mm (58.0 in) in height. With a wheelbase of 2,880 mm (113.4 in), the stance is now paired with improved agility by way of redesigned
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| Overall, the new CTS is slightly larger than the old, making it more of a 5-Series competitor. (Photo: Cadillac) |
Looking at the front, attention to detail is evident. Notice the different metallic finishes on the large grille, surrounded with chrome trim. The headlight designs are taken from Cadillac’s heritage of vertical cues, combined with today’s LED technology. On each side of the front lamp projectors there's a vertical LED light “pipe” which emits a clean white glow and gives the CTS a standout look from the crowd.
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| This is a real improvement over the previous CTS. The seats even have detailed "French stitching". (Photo: Cadillac) |
From the side, the CTS sits on 17-inch seven-spoke alloys or optional 18-inch nine-spokes. Just the right amount of chrome accents are used, including window moldings and the front fender air vents just to remind everyone that this is still a sports luxury sedan. The C-pillar appears softer than that on the previous generation, striking a balance between a sporty edginess and luxury refinement.
The fast razor sharp look of the front is repeated at the back of the CTS. Vertical style taillights are embedded with red LED light pipes on each lamp that continue the laser cut look. Horizontal chrome trim on the upper bumper and exhaust pipes sets off a good balance with the vertical edginess, and is topped off with the recognizable horizontal third brake light on the edge of the V-angled trunk lid.
The drab interior of the previous generation CTS was a major
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| ...bears a stronger resemblance to the current car from this angle. (Photo: Steven James Day, Canadian Auto Press) |
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| That Sixteen-inspired grille is sure to make the CTS a head turner. (Photo: Cadillac) |
“The all-new Cadillac CTS embodies a contemporary revival of two of the brand’s great traditions: innovative technology and precise craftsmanship,” added Taylor. “In the CTS they come wrapped in a new overall shape that gives an edgy and contemporary character, with an injection of elegance.”
Well I’ve learned my lesson, never say never. As I've watched Cadillac reinvent its brand image over the years to attract the sportier young professional market, I can finally see myself behind the wheel of a crested wreath car (many years prior to my retirement). For me, part of the appeal is owning a car that few people drive or would consider as a top choice. This new CTS is a head turner both in terms of performance and aesthetics, and when the 2008 model arrives will definitely be worth considering.
Specifications (CTS):
- Body Type: 4-door sedan
- Layout: front engine, RWD (opt. AWD)
- Engine: 258 hp, 252 lb-ft of torque, 3.6L, 24-valve, DOHC, V6
- Opt. Engine: 300 hp, 270 lb-ft of torque, 3.6L, 24-valve DOHC, V6 direct injection
- Transmission: 6-spd manual (opt. 6-spd auto w/ paddle-shifters)
- Dimensions (L/W/H/WB): 4,766 / 1,841 / 1,472 / 2,880 mm (191.6 / 72.5 / 58.0 / 113.4 in.)
- Wheels: P235/55R17 (opt. 235/50R18)
- Website: www.cadillac.gm.ca
Interior
- Front seat: driver heated bucket with 5
power adjustments ; details: memorized
height adj., power lumbar adj. and
memorized tilt adj., front seat:
passenger heated bucket with 5 power
adjustments ; details: power height
adj., power lumbar adj. and power tilt
adj. - Leather steering wheel ; includes
tilting adjustment and telescopic
adjustment - Cupholders in front row and rear seats
- Passenger seat secondary ventilation
controls - Electrochromic rear view mirror
- Front and rear power windows with 2
express - Compass
- Garage door opener
- Seating: 5 seats
- Audio system with AM/FM/satellite radio,
CD player (reads MP3) ; includes RDS - 12V in front and rear
- Cruise control
- Front and rear reading lights
- Dashboard
- Tachometer
- Clock
- Luxury trim: leather on shifter, alloy
look on doors and alloy look on
dashboard - Load restraint: net
- Front seat center armrest
- Rear seats: non-folding bench with
seating for three - Vehicle speed proportional power
steering - Ventilation system with cabin filter
- Air conditioning with auto, dual-zone
fully automated climate control - Fixed rear window with defroster
- Other-integrated navigation system:
voice info - Floor console
- Audio Connectivity: AUX jack
- 8 Bose speakers
- Remote audio controls: steering wheel
mounted - Memorized adjustment: includes 2 driver
settings and door mirror position - Delayed/fade courtesy lights
- Illuminated driver and passenger vanity
mirror - Service interval indicator
- External temperature
- Trip computer: includes average speed,
average fuel consumption and range for
remaining fuel - Floor mats
- Seat upholstery: leather
- Rear seat center armrest with trunk
access
Exterior
- Driver and . Passenger door mirror:
heated, body colour, power adjustable - Spare wheel: spacesaver with steel rim
- Element antenna
- Windshield wipers with variable
intermittent wipe - Doors: driver, rear driver, passenger
and rear passenger : front hinged - Metallic paint
Mechanical
- Independent front wishbone suspension
with stabilizer bar and coil springs,
independent rear multi-link suspension
with stabilizer bar and coil springs - Powertrain type : combustion
- Rear-wheel drive
- Emissions data: Canada Federal ;
- Fuel: unleaded ( 87 octane)
- 6-speed manual transmission with shifter
on floor - Remote control trunk/hatch release
- Electronic traction control (via ABS &
engine management) - Fuel system: gasoline direct injection
Safety
- Stability control
- Brake assist system
- Smart card / smart key: manual ;
includes central locking and memory seat - 4 disc brakes (4 ventilated)
- Painted front and rear bumpers
- Headlights: halogen with projector beam
lens - Daytime running lights
- Remote keyless power locks ; speed
sensing - Front side airbag
- 3-point height adjustable front seat
belts with pre-tensioners for driver and
passenger
- Electronic brake distribution
- Low tire pressure indicator
- Tire kit
- ABS
- Immobilizer
- Headlight control with dusk sensor
- Front to rear side curtain airbag
- Intelligent driver front airbag,
intelligent passenger front airbag with
occupant sensors - 2 active height adjustable head
restraints for front seats, 2 height
adjustable head restraints for rear
seats - 3-point rear seat belts for driver,
passenger and center
Dimensions
- Weights: curb weight (kg): 1,751
- External dimensions: overall length
(mm): 4,866, overall width (mm): 1,842,
overall height (mm): 1,472, wheelbase
(mm): 2,880, front track (mm): 1,570,
rear track (mm): 1,575 and curb to curb
turning circle (mm): 10,400 - Cargo capacity: all seats in place
(litres): 385 - 68 litre fuel tank
- Power: 270 HP ( 201 kW) @ 7,000 rpm; 223
ft lb of torque ( 302 Nm) @ 5,700 rpm
- Front and rear alloy wheels: 17"x 8.0"
- Internal dimensions: front headroom
(mm): 986, rear headroom (mm): 944,
front hip room (mm): 1,400, rear hip
room (mm): 1,375, front leg room (mm):
1,078, rear leg room (mm): 913, front
shoulder room (mm): 1,441, rear shoulder
room (mm): 1,390 and interior volume
(litres): 2,775 - Engine: 3.0 L V 6 DOHC with VVT ( 11.7
:1 compression ratio ; 4 valves per
cylinder) - Front and rear all-season tires with
black sidewall : 235/ 55/ " H " rated
Misc
- Coming home device
- Telematics : includes engine shut down
- Charges: Air Conditioning Tax $ 100.00
- Cellular phone
- Voice activating system includes phone
and naviagtion system - Wireless connection: Bluetooth
- Delivery/freight charge: $ 1,420.00
(R6P) Premium Paint
Pearl paint
Excludes: [J004] Standard Black Paint And [J005] Standard Gloss Paint
(C3U) Sunroof
Power glass front to rear sunroof ; includes tilting function, sliding function and sunshade
(J004) Standard Black Paint
Black paint
Excludes: [R6P] Premium Paint And [J005] Standard Gloss Paint
(K05) Engine Block Heater
Block heater
(03F) Sapelle Pommele Wood Trim with steering wheel
Luxury trim: wood & leather on shifter, wood/woodgrain on doors and wood/woodgrain on dashboard Wood & leather steering wheel
(MX0) 6 Speed Automatic Transmission
6-speed automatic transmission with mode select, lock-up, electronic control, manual mode and shifter on floor
(Y41) Luxury Level 2 Package
Front seat: driver, passenger ventilated Rear seats: split-folding Steering wheel ; includes power adjustment, tilting adjustment, telescopic adjustment and easy entry Memorized adjustment: includes steering wheel position Rear radar parking distance sensors Smart card / smart key: automatic ; includes central locking, ignition starter, memory seat, radio settings and memory steering wheel Card key power locks Ventilation system with automatic recirculation
(Y40) Luxury Level 1 Package
Anti-theft protection: remote control and peripheral 6-disc CD changer in dashboard Audio system with 6 CDs
(Y42) Performance Package with 18" All Season Tires
Front and rear alloy wheels: 18"x 8.0" Front and rear all-season tires with black sidewall : 235/ 50/ " V " rated Sport suspension Front fog lights Headlights: Bi-Xenon with projector beam lens Active headlight control
Excludes: [P63] 18" High-Polished Aluminum Wheels
(P63) 18" High-Polished Aluminum Wheels
Front and rear alloy chrome wheels: 18"x 8.0"
Excludes: [Y42] Performance Package with 18" All Season Tires
(UAV) 5.1 Bose Surround Sound w/ Navigation
HDD-integrated navigation system: full map and voice info with knobs/touch buttons controls and off-road ability ; includes 8.0-in. colour screen Voice activating system includes radio, phone and naviagtion system 10 Bose speakers DVD MP3 player Audio Connectivity: USB Audio system with CD player
(J005) Standard Gloss Paint
Gloss paint
Excludes: [R6P] Premium Paint And [J004] Standard Black Paint







