Cadillac CTS-V
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| Cadillac CTS-V | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Cadillac |
| Production | 2004—present |
| Assembly | Lansing, Michigan |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sports sedan |
| Body style | 4-door sedan |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Platform | GM Sigma platform |
| Related | Cadillac CTS Cadillac SRX Cadillac STS |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 2004-2005: 5.7 L LS6 V8 2006-2007: 6.0 L LS2 V8 2009: 6.2 L S/C LSA V8 |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
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The Cadillac CTS-V is a model in Cadillac's V-Series line of high performance vehicles, introduced in 2004 to compete with other automakers' sports sedans such as the BMW M3 and M5 models, as well as the Mercedes-Benz C55 AMG and E55 AMG.
The CTS-V is currently in use in the Speed World Challenge GT series, with racing cars built and run by Pratt & Miller.
First Generation (2004-2007)
The CTS sedan is enhanced with GM performance parts like the 5.7-liter LS6 V8 from the C5-generation Chevrolet Corvette Z06, as well as the Corvette Z06's six-speed manual Tremec transmission. From 2006 onwards, the LS6 engine was superseded by the new LS2 engine as used in the base 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. Unique front and rear treatments also included mesh grilles over the front openings, a track-ready suspension, and eighteen-inch wheels inside of Z-rated Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar run-flat tires.
It was the first car launched under Cadillac's V-Series performance brand which competes directly with BMW's Motorsport division, Mercedes-Benz's AMG division, and Audi's S- and RS-Series performance-luxury cars.
The handling has improved thanks to the Opel tuned chassis and Brembo brakes.
Second generation (2009-present)
| Second generation | |
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| Overview | |
| Production | 2009- |
| Assembly | Lansing, Michigan |
| Body and chassis | |
| Layout | Front engine, rear-wheel drive |
| Platform | GM Sigma II |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 6.2 L S/C LSA V8 (550 hp) |
| Transmission | 6-speed 6L90 automatic 6-speed Tremec TR-6060 manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 113.4 in (2880 mm) |
| Length | 191.6 in (4866 mm) |
| Width | 72.5 in (1841 mm) |
| Height | 58 in (1472 mm) |
| Curb weight | 4250 lbs (mfr est) |
For 2009, the new Cadillac CTS-V is set to be released.[1] In order to be class competitive with the BMW M-Series, Audi S and RS-series, and Mercedes-Benz AMG lineup, the Cadillac must be able to produce more power than the previous generation's LS6 and LS2 V8s were able to generate.
A supercharged 6.2 liter LSA V-8, based on the LS9A V-8 from the recently released Corvette ZR-1, is the powerplant in the 2009 CTS-V. It will produce 550 hp (410 kW) and Template:Auto ftlbf of torque. According to a recent article on CarandDriver.com, there will be two transmission choices, a six speed transmission with a short-throw shifter and dual clutch flywheel, or a paddle shift six speed. There will also be LED flash tracers to tell the driver when to shift. According to specs, the power-to-weight ratio should be similar to that of the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG, which was just labeled as the fastest sedan that Edmunds.com has ever tested1.
The 2009 CTS-V has an estimated base price of $60,000(US), and should be available for purchase in the fourth quarter of 2008.
In May, it was announced that the CTS-V achieved a lap time of 7:59.32 at the famed Nürburgring Nordschleife. It is believed to be the fastest documented time for a production sedan.[2] However this is not the fastest time of a 2 door saloon as the cadillac has been beaten by a BMW M3, also a sports saloon setting a time of 7.50.
Appearances in Media
- Featured in Forza Motorsport and Forza Motorsport 2
- First generation featured in Need for Speed: Most Wanted
- A black first generation featured in the 2005 film Mr. & Mrs. Smith, as John Smith's (Brad Pitt) first vehicle, later switched to a Lincoln Town Car
- First generation featured in Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition as a Luxury Sedan.
- First generation appeared in Need for Speed: Pro Street
- First generation was downloadable in Project Gotham Racing 3
References
- ^ "General Motors 2009 Cadillac CTS-V Press Release". Retrieved 2008-01-23.
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External links
- More information on the CTS and CTS-V at CadillacFAQ.com
- More information on the future CTS-V at Edmunds.com
- The Cadillac DealerRank — registry of all Cadillac dealerships and user reviews of the service they provide