- sedan 63,892
- 31,995 overpriced
- Early, TX
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- autoshopper.com
- sedan 63,892 gasoline black
2010 cadillac cts-v review this car review is specific to this model, not the actual vehicle for sale. Cadillac is making world class sports sedans. introductionboasting style, performance and technology, the cadillac cts is a sports sedan that can go toe-to-toe with the best the world has to offer, including the bmw 5 series, mercedes-benz c-class, lexus gs, infiniti g37, and audi a4. Available all-wheel drive makes the cts a good foul weather car. and for its part, the high-performance cadillac cts-v can compete with the best high-performance sports sedans in the world (bmw m3, mercedes c63 amg, audi s4) at a much lower cost. this doesn't surprise us, quite frankly, because we've been watching the cts for some time now. The original car was good and they've been improving it ever since, particularly in the area of refinement. The ride quality strikes a perfect balance between smoothness and handling. The steering is accurate, with good feel and a nice, weighty demeanor. The car feels solidly put together, and it's quiet underway. Inside is an attractive cabin trimmed with nice materials that exudes an airy, open feel. Everything is easy to operate. simply stated, the cadillac cts is a very enjoyable car. the cts and cts-v feature sophisticated suspension systems developed, among other places, at the world-famous nurburgring race track in germany. Called the nordschleife, the 14-mile northern loop of what was the old nurburgring circuit is considered the toughest, most dangerous, most demanding purpose-built race track in the world. To prepare for this lap john heinricy from gm's performance division simply shifted the automatic transmission into drive and let it do its thing. new for 2010, is a 3. 0-liter v6 engine rated at 270 horsepower and 223 pound-feet of torque. Meanwhile, an optional 3. 6-liter v6 is available with 304 horsepower and 273 pound-feet of torque. We found both engines smooth and responsive. They are thoroughly modern in every way, boasting all-aluminum construction and double overhead-cams with variable valve timing and direct injection for the optimum in power, fuel economy, and emissions. But it's also available with all-wheel drive. The awd uses an active transfer case that normally applies 40 percent of the power to the front wheels, 60 percent to the rear, but in slippery conditions can apply all of the torque to either axle. A limited-slip differential is available. the cadillac cts-v has a supercharged 6. 2-liter v8 that makes 556 horsepower at 6100 rpm and 551 pound-feet of torque at 3800 rpm; it is available with either a six-speed manual or six-speed automatic. Cts-v is rear-wheel drive. The cts-v is a genuinely fast car. Cadillac says it's capable of 191 mph and 0-60 mph performance in 3. 9 seconds. We found the cts-v to be one fast ride at infineon raceway in sonoma, california, capable of lap times on the sinewy circuit nearly as quick as a nascar sprint cup racecar. The cts-v rides on the firmer side, much like the european luxury sports sedans do. lineupthe 2010 cadillac cts comes with a 3. 0-liter 270-hp v6 engine 36,730) or a 3. 6-liter 304-hp v6 43,825). The automatic transmission is optional 1,300). The performance package 5,000) adds foglamps, hid headlamps, limited-slip differential, v-rated tires, performance brakes, sport suspension and some additional features. The optional am/fm/cd/mp3/dvd audio system 3,145 with 3. 0-liter v6, $2,145 with 3. 6) has bose 5. 1 cabin surround sound, 10 speakers, a hard-drive, hdd-based navigation, xm navtraffic/real time weather and usb connectivity. the premium package for the cts with 3. 6-liter v6 6,095) includes cabin filtration, the high-end sound system with navigation, keyless entry, remote start, rear park assist, heated and ventilated seats, power tilt and telescope steering column with memory, moonroof, and numerous luxury and convenience features that are parts of other packages. The performance package 1,840 with manual transmission, $2,090 with automatic) includes 19-inch polished wheels, performance tires, steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters (with automatic transmission), fog lamps, performance suspension, limited-slip differential, and performance brakes. The cts-v also has distinctive exterior details, including a mesh grille and appropriate badging, to make it stand apart from the normal cts. The cts looks clean, elegant and modern, but the cts-v, with its few changes, takes on a more assertive appearance. Optional for the cts-v are recaro front seats 3,400) and a suede steering wheel 300). safety features that come standard on all models include front, side and side-curtain airbags, abs and stabilitrak electronic stability control and traction control. Optional all-wheel drive improves safety further. walkaroundthe cadillac cts looks like a modern cadillac sports sedan should. We think it's a great looking car, with adventurous lines everywhere, especially in the gracefully sloping rear roof section. the eggcrate grille on the cts is in keeping with the rest of the cadillac lineup, plus it provides a generous supply of incoming air for the engine, brake and transmission cooling functions. The large lighting units at the front and rear make good use of led (light-emitting diode) technology: lots of light and lots of style for little electrical load. The taillights, rear quarter panels and decklid also fit the cadillac theme. Below the rear bumper are exposed dual exhaust tips. the cts-v is distinguished by functional features. The power dome hood, distinctive wheel and tire package, and the bold mesh grille suggest intent for serious driving. The larger mesh grill is for improved airflow. The power dome hood is as small as they could make it. Big brake ducts help cool the big two-piece brembo calipers. The center brake light reduces rear lift. The dual exhaust provides better performance. interiorinside, the theme is black with brushed metal and chrome accents. It's very contemporary, very modern, very attractive and very space efficient. the dashboard is fairly low and away from the front seats, which gives an airy and open feel to the car. The instrument package is complete, easy to read, and graphically pretty. in short, we found the cts cabin to be a nice place to sit and take a drive. The driver is held in securely yet comfortably to properly operate the car, and the passengers enjoy a feeling of ease, confidence and luxury. Using the navigation screen, it's easy to switch back and forth between the three broadcast and three stored-music formats by simply touching the screen, and the blue display is large enough to be read from the back seat. We think it's one of the best, most fun-to-use sound systems available. Many other luxury cars have audio systems that are fussy or difficult to operate. the cts-v has a sportier cabin, with a thick-rimmed steering wheel available in suede. The dead pedal, allowing the driver to brace the left leg, is optimized for r. AM/FM✔ Bucket Seats✔ Power Seats✔ Power Windows✔ Climate Control✔ CD Changer✔ Bluetooth✔ Remote Start✔ Sunroof/Moonroof✔ Alloy Wheels
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