In a field of luxury sports sedans that are directed more toward the posh end of that spectrum, the 2019 cadillac cts is a breath of fresh air for driving. The new cts v is a screaming supersedan out to tear the legs off the german competition. Its been a long time since people have been able to say they like a cadillac. It all comes together to create a compelling drivers vehicle that can compete with luxury sedans from overseas. As customary with award winners, the magazine acquired a cts in vsport trim for a longterm test. The cadillac ctsv is a highperformance version of the cadillac cts. In that test, we gave the cheaper cadillac the win, and wrote, the cadillac.
Take and pass a drivers education program and become knowledgeable about car safety and the rules of the road. Mike spinelli gets some track time in the cadillac ctsv at road america. Search new and used cars, research vehicle models, and compare cars, all online at. Cadillac tests technology that talks to traffic lights. Stomp the pedal there, itll drop 3 or 4 gears and shoot the car forward into a legal gray area that would definitely get you arrested if you were driving a flashy white ctsv, but in this car. The ctsv series includes three body styles, all of which feature a pushrod ohv v8 engine and a sporttuned suspension. This new cts is the type of car that gets admiring glances from everyone. Who knew that a performance car the ctsv sedan boasts a 3. If youre shopping for a funtodrive luxury sedan, the 2019 cts is. Some key updates make the 2016 cadillac cts more powerful and more techsavvy and give it a better shot to take on the wellknown german luxury brands. The epa rates that mill at 1827 mpg cityhighway for reardrive, and 1826 mpg. Introduction sometimes, a car company chooses to lead from the middle of its lineup, eschewing flashy halo models in favor of an allaround contende.
A casual driver can get used to driving this car easily. The premium midsize ct5 remains on general motors highly regarded alpha platform. Image 2015 cadillac cts coupe road test the 2015 cadillac ats coupe retains the nimblehandling finesse that makes the ats sedan a drivers delight and splashes on enough visual picante to make the loss of two doors worth considering if you dont really have much use for rear seats. There is no mistaking the 2011 cadillac cts coupe for any other car on the road. Leave your car at the dealership, and take a cadillac out on the road. Its sure to be replaced, but much about that vehicle remains a mystery. The ctsv is the oldest car in the test by far, the only one thats rearwheel drive and the cheapest.
Learn more about the 2011 cadillac ctsv wagon article. On curves, visibility was inadequate in all 4 tests. The ctsv ramps things up several notches in every area, especially for the driver who demands warp speed and unerring road manners. In a field of luxury sports sedans that are directed more toward the posh end of that spectrum, the 2019 cadillac cts is a breath of fresh air for driving enthusiasts. The 2016 cadillac ctsv hammered the track at tripledigit speeds and three or four hot laps at a time.
After the first drive media event in wisconsin, we had an opportunity to attach our test gear to a 2016 cadillac cts v here in california. Its been my longterm car since the summer, and i have about three more months with it before volvo takes it. A successful racing program in the speed world challenge series, as well as the eurotuned ctsv sedan, have certainly helped redefine cadillac as a sophisticated, globally focused luxury with performance oriented brand. Example based on national average vehicle selling price.
I drove the secondgen ctsv on enough occasions, itd take more fingers than ive got to tick them all off. Its a rare balance in luxury performance that the cts serves up confidently and for less money in the states than its european competitors. The cts, a former motor trend car of the year, enters its last year on the market. Although a college degree is not required to become a test car driver, you should have a strong grasp of the english language and.
Bring your drivers license and proof of insurance to your test drive. American muscle car in a ralph lauren sports jacket. Its verdict lauded the cars driving dynamics and reliability. Car and driver magazine, just issued for february 2015, features the new dodge charger hellcat road test and the announcement of the 600 plus horsepower cadillac ctsv sporting the z06 corvette v8, albeit with less horsepower of the 650 vette. This is particularly evident in our test car, which is a topofthe. If you push the car through a corner, the driver information screen will flash to instantly inform. Read the full test and see photos at car and driver. The ctsv is powered by the rear wheels, while the x5m puts power to all four.
In the test, cadillac said it successfully demonstrated the cts picking up realtime traffic light information when the traffic signal. Stomp the pedal there, itll drop 3 or 4 gears and shoot the car forward into a legal gray area that would definitely get you arrested if you were driving a flashy white cts v, but in this car. Just a fun car to driver for a commute or a road trip. General motorss excellent alpha platform is a big part of why we loved driving the ats and cts so much. Since cadillac adopted its signature art and science design philosophy nearly a. When we got the 2012 bmw x5m and the 2012 cadillac ctsv sport wagon into the winding road office at the same time, the idea to put them head to head in a comparison wasnt an obvious one.
From cts to ats 20 cadillac ats longterm road test. Picking up where the 2019 cadillac cts left off is the 2020 cadillac ct5. It seems obvious, but cadillac has always been about relaxation, about a big car that wafts down the road. To begin with, the standard ct6 was a surprisingly great driver s car, blending big luxurysedan space and presence with the driving dynamics of a much smaller sports sedan. I was just a weird high schooler that loved the idea of a sleeper car like a wagon that could haul plywood and tires and whatever else and still smoke a hot shot in his muscle car.
We tell you what the most trusted automotive critics say about this vehicle. Car and driver magazine says excessive rear wheel hop on. Discover which cadillac sedan is right for you during the 24hour test drive. The fourdoor ctsv sedan was introduced in 2004, and the ctsv sport wagon and coupe were introduced in 2010 for the 2011 model year. The cadillac cts is an executive car that was manufactured and marketed by general motors. Monticello, nymy first encounter with the secondgeneration cadillac ctsv was a bit underwhelming. We do know, though, that the cars successor will wear a different name. Without driver restraint, the tires can vaporize in an instant. Its such that it is a very different type of cadillac. Must be 21 years of age with a valid drivers license and proof of insurance. Driving the cts is an experience full of crisp acceleration, precise steering, roadtuned ride, and comfort that is not too soft but not too hard. This is particularly evident in our test car, which is a topoftheline specimen. Its verdict lauded the cars driving dynamics and reliability but criticized its cue multimedia interface.
This test drive lasts for 24 hours enjoy as much as youd like. Well, the next step in that evolution is the 2006 stsv, or as we like to call it, the big brother to the ctsv. The driver awareness package vibrates the seat when the car starts drifting out of a. Just like the last goaround, the ctsv is black and little has changed in the time since its introduction. Cadillacs reputation has never been built on sports sedans. Over the past nine months, ive been driving a volvo s60 t6 awd almost every day. But if youre looking for cargo and people space, you have to go with the caddy.
The fact that cadillac invited auto writers to experience the 2008 cts by driving it around the laguna seca road course speaks volumes about how the brand in general, and the cts specifically, has changed. The 2018 cadillac ctsv starts a little higher than the base price of chevrolet corvette z06. Learn what owners have to say and get authentic consumer feedback before buying your next car. The official 060 mph 97 kmh time for the secondgeneration ctsv is 3. Our longterm 20 cadillac ats has a pair of new owners. Karren, chief human resources officer for edmunds and her friend, kenneth.
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