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The Cadillac CTS-V is an impressive piece of work for Cadillac
engineers. Based on the remarkable CTS sedan that already gained a hit
for GM's flagship brand, the CTS-V is the most powerful production car
ever in Cadillac's line-up. It is a sports sedan designed by the new
General Motors Performance Division to compete with some of the most
ferocious racers such as BMW's M range and Mercedes' AMG lineup. It is
Cadillac's initial entry in the much anticipated series of
high-performance Caddy cars and trucks.
The CTS-V is a game challenger outfitted with a 5.7-liter V8 that
delivers 400 horsepower and a tire-spinning 395 pound-feet of torque.
This engine is not loaded with absolute latest technology but it is
darn fast, achieving 0 to 60 in staggering 4.5 seconds. With the power
delivered by this engine, CTS-V became Cadillac's first entry into the
high performance luxury car market. It affords tons of power in regular
driving and it has big sturdy brakes to keep all its power on a leash.
It also comes with a standard StabiliTrak that includes four
driver-selected modes of operation such as a mode for better track
performance.
When it comes to luxury performance, the CTS-V represents the best of
what Cadillac has to offer. Aside from its powerful engine, Cadillac
CTS-V is also packed with a standard six-speed manual transmission,
large performance brakes, 18-inch wheels and tires, retuned shock
absorbers and a horde of interior and exterior styling touches. The
CTS-V sports a purposeful design to help boost its performance. These
enhancements include an all-new front fascia with an integrated aero
splitter, brake ducks and stainless steel mesh grille. Found in the
rear is new full-dual exhaust system capped with chrome and oval
exhaust tips. The "V" logo can be seen on the deck lid and front
fenders, on the brake calipers and rocker panel.
Cadillac CTS-V's interior is also outfitted for performance driving.
There are two driver information centers found within the instrument
panel. Performance-oriented figures such as peak and momentary lateral
acceleration, oil transmission and coolant temperatures and oil and
tire pressure can be seen in the left DIC while the odometer, digital
speedometer and reverse gear and skip-shift indicators are displayed in
the right DIC.
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