2013 Cadillac ATS
Here it is, the new rival for the BMW 3-Series. It is Cadillac’s response to the German sedan and it’s called the ATS. The new model is 0.3 inches longer than a 3-Series and it is developed on a new corporate architecture which General Motors called Alpha. This offers support for rear- and all-wheel drive configurations, both of them being available for the ATS.
2013 Cadillac ATS
Designed to rival the luxury compact sedans from all over the world, the all-new 2013 Cadillac ATS features a five-link rear and front struts, along with a variable-assist electric power steering developed by ZF and disc brakes on all four wheels. We should mention that the more expensive variants of the car will have Brembo disc brakes to provide the stopping power.
2013 Cadillac ATS
The car can be fitted with 17- or 18-inch rims with 225/35ZR19 all-season run-flat tires for those who can pay the extra buck. Also an optional feature will be the driver-adjustable FE3 sport suspension that features Magnetic Ride Control real-time damping.
2013 Cadillac ATS
The entry-level model is equipped with a 4-cylinder 2.5-liter engine that develops 200 hp and a peak torque of 188 lb.-ft. For more money you could get the turbocharged 4-cylinder 2.0-liter that generates 270 hp and a maximum torque of 260 lb.-ft, while the most powerful engine will be the V6 3.6-liter engine that pumps out 318 hp and 267 lb.-ft. All of these DOHC engines are direct injected, while the transmission options include a 6-speed manual (Tremec M3L TR3160) and a 6-speed automatic (Hydra-Matic 6L45).
2013 Cadillac ATS
The cabin of the 2013 Cadillac ATS is trimmed in a mixture of wood, metal, leather and carbon fiber. Also on board is an LED gauge cluster, a push-button start, ambient lightning, satellite radio, along with optional performance seats that have power-adjustable bolsters. There’s also a generous 8-inch LCD multi-touch screen part of the CUE infotainment system that can pair data from a smartphone or any other type of mobile device that has Bluetooth support.
2013 Cadillac ATS
For those with big pockets, the ATS can be fitted with an impressive reconfigurable full color head-up display, a powerful Bose surround sound audio system, satellite navigation, along with front + rear automatic brakes that have short range radar and ultrasonic sensors. In addition, the 2013 Cadillac ATS will be available for order with a side blind-zone alert, lane departure warning, forward collision alert, adaptive cruise control, adaptive headlamps and a rear back-up camera.
2013 Cadillac ATS
The looks? We’ll let you be the judge of that. Personally, I’m not a big fan of the back. The rest of the cars looks nice, but it’s not a BMW 3-Series.
Source: General Motors via Inside Line
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General Motors announced this week preliminary information about an all-new 4-cylinder, turbocharged, high performance 2.0-liter engine which will first power the 2013 Cadillac ATS, a car that we shall see in January next year at the Detroit Motor Show.
This direct-injection engine is capable of generating 270 hp (273 PS / 201 kW) and a maximum torque of 260 lb.-ft (353 Nm). Since it has a power-density of 135 hp (136 PS / 100 kW) / liter, this would have to be one of the top performers in this segment. To show how great this engine is, GM has compared it with the 2.0-liter turbo unit from the Audi A4 which produces 105.5 hp / liter, the V8 engine from the Lexus IF that churns 83.2 hp per liter, the V8 from the BMW M3 that develops 103.5 hp per liter, and the 1.8-liter power plant from the Mercedes-Benz C250 that generates 111.6 hp per liter.
This engine has a low-friction design and 90% of the peak torque is available starting at only 1,500 rpm, allowing the 2013 Cadillac ATS to have a good thrust at low and high speeds. Some of the other highlights of the power unit include: twin-scroll turbocharger with air-to-air intercooler, direct-injection, twin-cam, four valves per cylinder with continuously variable valve timing, two-stage variable displacement oil pump that has jet-spray piston cooling and forged-steel crankshaft which features a modular balance shaft system.
The upcoming 2013 ATS will also be available with two other engines, a 4-cylinder 2.5-liter unit and a beefier V6 3.6-liter power unit.
Source: General Motors via carbuzz.com
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With the launch of the all-new XTS, Cadillac wants to go head to head with extremely popular cars like the BMW 5-Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class and the Audi A6. Rather than focusing on improving the driving dynamics, Caddy focused on improving interior space and luxury. With this decision, the automaker wants to attract traditional U.S. customers as well as Chinese buyers.
The new XTS is slotted above the CTS in the company’s lineup and it will be available as standard with a FWD configuration, while the all-wheel drive system will be an optional feature. The new model will replace the old DTS and STS models and looks a lot like the XTS Concept that Cadillac revealed back in 2010. You have to understand that the decision of replacing the DTS and STS models with the new XTS is pretty bold as those two cars accounted for almost 40% of the company’s sales in North America in 2010.
The car rides on a stretched version of the Epsilon architecture developed by General Motors and it is 75 mm longer at the back in order to increase trunk space and offer more legroom for the passengers sitting in the back.
The highlight of this model, according to Cadillac, would have to be its interior cabin that packs an iPad-style 8-inch display located in the center console with Apple/Android-style pictograms. The instruments are displayed on a TFT screen which means that the driver of the car has the possibility to customize the read-outs.
For the top-spec Platinum trim level, the Cadillac XTS will benefit from very high-end materials, but the automaker has also given serious attention to the car’s safety systems, one of which is the 360-degree collision avoidance system that uses cameras and radar sensors.
Under the hood it will probably have a V6 direct-injection gasoline engine that will fire 300 hp. This engine will be mated to either a 6-speed manual transmission or an automatic gearbox.
Source: Cadillac via Autocar
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2013 Cadillac XTS
Yesterday on the Cadillac.com website, a single photo of the upcoming 2013 XTS production model leaked, one week before the car’s official unveiling at the Los Angeles Auto Show. When it will be launched, the new XTS – which is essentially a production version of the XTS Platinum concept – will replace the STS and DTS models in the company’s lineup. The full-size sedan is expected to have a very luxurious interior cabin as well as the CUE infotainment system.
Under the hood, the 2013 Cadillac XTS will most likely get a V6 3.6-liter engine that should fire 318 hp (322 PS / 237 kW) and 275 lb.-ft (372 Nm) of torque. As standard, the car will be front-wheel drive but customers will be able to order their car with an AWD system.
We’ll have more information about the new Cadillac XTS on November 16th when the L.A. Auto Show starts. Stay tuned.
Source: Jalopnik
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The long-awaited connected car system from Cadillac was announced yesterday during the CTIA mobile technology conference in San Diego. The result: the in-dash entertainment control system impressed by its combination of style and automotive applied science.
So, let’s have a look on its features:
- CUE (coming from “Cadillac User Experience”) uses an 8-inch touch-based LCD interface.
- Minimalist concept of the application menu screens.
- User-experience: the radio and entertainment controls are reduced to only four buttons. The buttons are haptic-feedback enabled: translated in English, this means that a pulse of vibration lets you know whenever a button is activated.
- Whenever the driver does not use the app menu, the screen remains mostly uncluttered; this minimizes driver’s distraction from the road.
- Sensors were used to detect the finger approach, so that more icons to appear on the screen when using the device.
- Smartphones, Bluetooth, USB and other devices can be connected to the in-dash system.
As further plans, producers’ intend to open the system up to interaction with applications created by third-party developers. If you are already enthusiastic about the system, you should be patient, as CUE will be first installed on Cadillac’s 2012 XTS, ATS, SRX models.
“Within 12 months, you’ll see this in every refreshed Cadillac we make,” said Micky Bly, executive director of global information systems.
Please, you are free to share your opinion!
[Source: Autoblog]
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If the King was still alive, and according to some people he still is, he’d make a preorder for the Cadillac Ciel Concept from day one. However, this is only a concept but the automaker might give it the green light for production if feedback is positive.
“Ciel” means “sky” in French and what we have year is a 4-door, 4-passenger convertible that has a short, polished aluminum windshield. Under that loooong hood is a V6 3.6-liter twin-turbo engine that develops 425 hp (431 PS / 317 kW) and a peak torque of 430 lb.-ft (583 Nm). That entire horsepower is sent via an all-wheel drive system.
Cadillac said that they’ve got their inspiration for the car from the beautiful California coast and inside it comes with a gorgeous Italian Olive wood. The car rides on brushed nickel-plate, milled-billet aluminum rims that measure 22 inches.
Source: Cadillac
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We have some interesting news coming from Green Car Reports as according to the journalists over there; General Motors has put the Cadillac Converj back on track. They say that the car has been already approved for production and the luxurious coupe will hit the market in 2013 as a 2014 model.
Most likely the car will be powered by “a Generation 1.5 Voltec” which translated means an updated version of the one found in the 2011MY Volt. Most likely, this one will have a better acceleration to match Cadillac’s image. However, this won’t be an entirely new generation of the engine because that one won’t come out until 2015.
As a reminder, the sexy Cadillac Converj made its official debut at the Detroit Auto Show back in January 2009 and was an instant hit among car journalists and automotive fans as well.
Source: Green Car Reports
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Cadillac has decided that for the new model year of the SRX they should bring some updates in order to keep the crossover fresh. The most important modification would have to be the new V6 3.6-liter “LFX” engine that is going to be the only power unit available for the car. This new power plant is capable of producing 16% more hp than the outgoing V6 unit. In other words, it churns 308 hp (as opposed to only 265 hp) and has a peak torque of 265 lb.-ft (223 lb.-ft for the outgoing model).
This new LFX engine is also E85 ethanol-compatible and it will be mated to a 6-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission. Clients will be able to get the SRX with either a FWD configuration or an AWD variant. With the latter system, the crossover benefits from an electronic limited slip rear differential.
2012 Cadillac SRX
All of the variants of the SRX will get as standard Bluetooth, with on-screen caller identification. Other features and content enhancements include: cruise control buttons located on the steering wheel, all-ebony interior trim, a new exterior paintwork: Xenon Blue Metallic, memory seat set, improved voice recognition and others as well.
Information regarding the fuel economy ratings as well as the price list for the 2012 Cadillac SRX will be revealed in the following days so stay tuned.
Source: Cadillac via Carscoop
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Hennessey Twin-Turbo V1000 CTS-V Coupe
We haven’t seen a tuning program for the Cadillac CTS-V Coupe for a while now but things are about to change as Hennessey has just revealed a performance package for this model. Wearing the “V1000” designation, their version of the car comes with an aerodynamic carbon fiber body kit that features a ventilated bonnet, front splitter, along with aggressive side skirts and a rear diffuser.
Other goodies included in this package would have to be the Brembo carbon ceramic brakes, a lowered sport suspension as well as a bespoke interior cabin that features an Alcantara headliner and premium leather upholstery.
Hennessey Twin-Turbo V1000 CTS-V Coupe
The main highlight of this tuning program can be found in the twin-turbo 427 LS V8 engine which has been fitted with brand new high-flow cylinder heads, better fuel injectors, new crankshaft, an updated ECU and an upgraded intercooler. Thanks to these major modifications, Hennessey managed to squeeze 1,000 hp (1,014 PS / 746 kW) and 950 lb.-ft (1,286 Nm) of torque from that engine.
The tuner says that the car is able to do the 0-62 mph sprint in only 3.5 seconds and it needs only 10.9 seconds to run the quarter mile, before hitting a top speed of 230 mph (370 km/h).
No word about the price tag of this upgrade package for the Cadillac CTS-V Coupe but what we know is that the tuner will only roll out 12 units.
Source: Hennessey via WCF
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DETROIT –The Cadillac brand is now ranked among the top 10 in the industry for initial quality (ranking 9th overall), with the Escalade topping the large premium crossover/SUV segment in the U.S., according to the 2011 J.D. Power and Associates Initial Quality StudySM. Escalade is the highest-performing vehicle in its segment in America for the second consecutive year.
Escalade’s highest-in-segment leadership showcases Cadillac’s commitment to our customers,” said Don Butler, vice president of Cadillac Marketing. “We’re now focused on continuing and expanding our brand’s quality improvement in every segment in which we compete.”
The 2011 IQS is based on responses from more than 73,000 U.S. purchasers and lessees of new 2011 model year vehicles surveyed after 90 days of ownership. The study includes a 228-question survey designed to provide manufacturers with information they can use to quickly identify problems and drive improvement.
Cadillac continues to gain momentum in the market, registering 16 consecutive months of year-to-year retail sales increases in North America. Cadillac’s marketplace gains have been driven by consistently strong demand for the Escalade line of luxury SUVs, the CTS family of luxury cars and the SRX crossover.
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Cadillac has been a luxury automotive manufacturer since 1902 and has a prestigious history of safety and technology innovation. This legacy continues today as Cadillac engineers and builds technologically advanced, dramatically styled vehicles with a reputation for luxury, performance and quality. More information on Cadillac can be found at www.cadillac.ca.
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FAB Design Cadillac Escalade
If you’ve read our previous article about the Cadillac Escalade you know that we’re not big fans of this huge SUV. However, if we look at FAB Design’s version, the standard Escalade doesn’t look that bad anymore. The Swiss tuners have managed to take a very ugly car and turn it into an automotive design nightmare.
FAB Design Cadillac Escalade
A North African client asked Roland Rysanek, who is the owner of FAB Design to heavily modify his Cadillac Escalade. The very eccentric owner wanted an interior cabin lined with real snake leather along with crocodile-imitating leather. As you can see from these pics, he got what he wanted.
FAB Design Cadillac Escalade
Pro Wildlife, an animal rights group said that too many of these snakes are being used to satisfy the tastes of luxury lovers. The owner of FAB Design replied that the leather that was used for this Cadillac Escalade came from snakes that were killed in a humane way, if there is such a thing.
FAB Design Cadillac Escalade
Let’s forget about the “special” interior and have a looksie at the exterior appearance of this American SUV. As you can see, everything was modified and to be honest, I can’t find a single thing that I like, maybe the rims but that’s about it.
FAB Design Cadillac Escalade
The car is still powered by the standard engine, a V8 6.2-liter unit that produces 409 hp.
FAB Design Cadillac Escalade
No word about the price for this customization, but I’m sure that it wasn’t cheap.
FAB Design Cadillac Escalade
Source: Auto Bild via Carscoop
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2012 Cadillac CTS
The 2012MY Cadillac CTS has been updated with a redesigned front grille, a modified V6 power unit and a brand new Touring Package edition. These improvements are going to be available for all three versions of the CTS, including sedan, coupe and the Sport Wagon. First deliveries are expected to occur this late summer.
Without any doubt, the most significant change in the updated model is the revised V6 3.6-liter engine, which now features bigger intake valves, along with an improved intake port design. In addition, they’ve also managed to reduce the weight of the engine by 20.5 pounds (9.3 kg) by using an integrated cylinder head/exhaust manifold design, a lighter structural front cover, new connecting rods, as well as a new composite intake manifold.
Along with a lower curb weight, this updated version of the engine develops 318 hp and a peak torque of 275 lb.-ft (372 Nm), which is a little bit more than the old V6 that delivered 304 hp and 273 lb.-ft (370 Nm). Fuel consumption remains the same, at 18 mpg city / 27 mpg highway.
With the 2012MY, there is a new Touring Package that is available for the V6 3.0-liter and 3.6-liter engines. This adds a new bespoke grille that has a dark finish, sueded seat inserts, shift knob and steering wheel, along with a dark Sapele wood interior trim. In addition, customers that choose this optional package will also get chrome door handles, while the 3.0-liter version comes with 18-inch rims that have a pearl-nickel finish. The more powerful 3.6-liter model features 19-inch polished wheels and 14-way adjustable performance seats from Recaro.
All three models will get Bluetooth support as standard, while the side blind-zone alert technology will be an optional feature for the CTS Coupe model.
Source: Cadillac via Carscoop
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General Motors has announced this week that its 2012 Cadillac SRX crossover will get a new standard engine, a direct-injected V6 3.6-liter, which will be the only one available in the U.S., replacing the older turbocharged V6 2.8-liter and the V6 3.0-liter.
This new power unit produces 300 hp and 260 lb.-ft of torque, which is 35 hp and 37 lb.-ft more than the aforementioned 3.0-liter that was used in the 2010MY. The new one delivers the same horsepower as the discontinued 2.8-liter, but it is down on torque by a mere 35 lb.-ft.
Aside from its new heart, the crossover will be offered as standard with Bluetooth (on all models), and heated steering wheel for the luxury, performance and premium trims. Customers that choose either the performance or the premium trim will also have the possibility to choose a brand new set of 20-inch rims.
The price list for the upcoming 2012MY Cadillac SRX will be revealed in the months to come, when the car will go into production.
Source: General Motors via AutoBlog
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The guys over at WCF have managed to take a couple of spy shots with the 2013 Cadillac ATS, a car that promises to rival the Mercedes C-Class and the BMW 3-Series. The new model will replace the BLS and will be slotted just beneath the CTS which will most likely grow in size for the 2014 model.
Although we can’t really see anything because of that camouflage that the ATS is wearing, the new model will have an “Art & Science” design with a dual exhaust system and vertical lightning units. The car will be manufactured at the Lansing Grand River plant and will benefit from the new rear-wheel drive Alpha platform which can be outfitted with an all-wheel drive system.
2013 Cadillac ATS
As far as the engines are concerned, the ATS will probably be available with a 4-cylinder turbocharged plant and a V6 power unit, along with the ATS-V version that will get a twin-turbo configuration.
2013 Cadillac ATS
The model will be launched in the fourth quarter of 2012 and will be followed by an estate, coupe and convertible version.
Source: WCF
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A CTS-V Sport Wagon beats a Porsche 911 Turbo in a drag race
Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon
It may seem impossible, but, well, nothing is. At least not for the guys over at Hennessey. Well, we should mention that we’re not talking just about any Cadillac CTS-V Sport Wagon. It did have 650 HP under the bonnet and some technical specs that you should see. I’ll not line them up here, because you can see them all at the beginning of the video.
As a not-fan of Porsche, this video was quite satisfying. Check it out below:
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aPz9SgoqxCA[/youtube]
Via Jalopnik.
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