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FenwickHockey65 · 03-26-2013, 05:12 PM

2014 Cadillac CTS Elevates to Challenge World’s Best
General Motors

March 26, 2013

Longer, lower and leaner sedan drives into heart of midsize luxury segment
Lightweight technologies, including aluminum door structures, contribute to lower curb weight and nearly 50/50 weight balance
New Vsport model offers new Cadillac Twin-Turbo V-6 and brand’s first eight-speed automatic transmission

NEW YORK – Cadillac today introduced the all-new 2014 CTS sedan, which ascends into the heart of the midsize luxury market with expanded performance, elevated luxury and sophisticated technology.

The third-generation CTS sedan is based on the high-performing rear-drive architecture of the award-winning ATS sport sedan, moving Cadillac into the prestigious class of midsize luxury sedans. It will be the segment’s lightest car, enabling the most agile driving dynamics in the class. A range of power-dense powertrains underpin its performance, including the all-new Cadillac Twin-Turbo engine and eight-speed automatic transmission.

Production of the 2014 CTS begins this fall in Lansing, Mich.

“The all-new 2014 Cadillac CTS sedan delivers crafted design, thrilling performance and sophisticated technology,” said Bob Ferguson, vice president, Global Cadillac. “The car that has always been Cadillac’s centerpiece stretches figuratively and literally to challenge the world’s best.”

A longer, lower and more athletic-looking proportion is introduced on Cadillac’s landmark sedan and evolves the brand’s Art & Science design philosophy. While growing five inches (127 mm) in length, including a 1.2-inch longer wheelbase, the roofline and cowl – the base of the windshield – are about an inch lower, dimensions that complement the longer exterior to accentuate the car’s lean aesthetic.

“With Cadillac growing globally, driven by rising product credibility, the new CTS elevates the brand to a new level,” said Ferguson.

While stretched in overall length and wheelbase, the all-new CTS sedan has a lower curb weight than the preceding model and weighs about 200 pounds (90 kg) less than the BMW 528i. Lightweight features, including Cadillac’s first aluminum door structures, contribute to the lower weight and a nearly 50/50 weight balance. And for the first time on CTS, Magnetic Ride Control, Cadillac’s real-time damping system, is available on base models.

Cadillac’s shield grille and signature vertical lighting elements – including LED front signature lighting detail – evolve on the CTS. The grille is wider, with a more detailed texture, while the headlamps flow up with the hood line, incorporating crystalline LED light guides for a technologically advanced appearance with more uniform illumination.

Active grille shutters are included on some models, improving aerodynamic performance on the highway to enhance fuel efficiency.

Inside, a roomier, driver-centric ****pit interior with integrated technology and hand-crafted appointments complements the exterior elements and supports the CTS sedan’s driving experience. Eight available interior environments are offered, each trimmed with authentic wood, carbon fiber or aluminum. Leather seating is available, including available full semi-aniline leather, with hand-crafted, cut-and-sewn executions.

CTS Performance

The new Cadillac Twin-Turbo V-6 and eight-speed automatic transmission combination leads the CTS sedan’s powertrain lineup in the new CTS Vsport. It is the first twin-turbocharged engine ever offered by Cadillac and is the brand’s first eight-speed automatic.

The CTS Vsport also features:

18-inch aluminum wheels with Pirelli summer-only performance tires (19-inch wheels with all-season tires are available)
A quicker steering ratio
Brembo disc brakes with aluminum calipers and high-performance brake pads,
Heavy-duty track cooling package
Driver-selectable track mode with specific steering rate and Magnetic Ride Control calibrations for greater track performance
Electronic limited-slip differential that enhances capability on the track – including optimal acceleration out of turns.

The Cadillac Twin-Turbo is SAE-certified at 420 horsepower (313 kW) and 430 lb.-ft. of torque (583 Nm), making it the most power-dense six-cylinder engine in the segment. A pair of smaller turbochargers helps provide more immediate power on demand, with approximately 90 percent of peak torque available from 2,500rpm to 5,500 rpm. That gives the engine a broad torque curve that customers will feel as strong, willing power in almost all driving conditions – and helps the CTS sedan reach 60 mph in an estimated 4.6 seconds.

The 2014 CTS is also available with a naturally aspirated 3.6L V-6 rated at an estimated 321 horsepower and also matched with the new paddle-shift eight-speed automatic in rear-wheel-drive models (or six-speed automatic with all-wheel drive; and a 2.0L turbocharged engine rated at an estimated 272 horsepower and paired with a six-speed automatic.

Cadillac’s new, paddle-shift eight-speed offers efficiency and performance advantages over a six-speed transmission, including 1.5-percent greater fuel economy.

Excellent power-to-weight ratios and racetrack-honed suspension geometries established with the development of the ATS enabled engineers to advance CTS’s performance with greater feelings of feedback, control and response. The comparatively low curb weight helps make the most of the driving experience by allowing the use of lighter-weight chassis components, which reduces unsprung weight to enable more precise handling without compromising ride quality.

The CTS sedan’s low mass and optimal brake sizes are expected to give it braking performance that is among the best in the segment, with standard Brembo brakes.

Suspension and driver control highlights also include:

Multi-link MacPherson strut suspension with a double-pivot design
Five-link independent rear suspension
Available all-wheel-drive
Premium electric, variable-assist power steering gear from ZF Steering Systems
Available Magnetic Ride Control real-time damping system
Choice of 17-, 18- and 19-inch aluminum wheels.

A number of aluminum components are used with the suspension system, while the rear suspension is mostly steel. That helps offset the weight of the engine and transmission at the front of the vehicle, helping the CTS deliver its near-perfect weight balance and contributing to less noise and vibration.

CTS technology and safety

The CTS sedan seamlessly blends comfort, convenience and safety technologies with the interior’s hand-crafted appointments and flowing design. Active safety features provide alerts and intervene when necessary to help avoid crashes.

At the core of the car’s intuitive technologies is CUE, Cadillac’s infotainment system that uses smartphone- and tablet-influenced controls and commands to access information and entertainment data. An eight-inch, high-resolution color touch screen with haptic feedback allows users to swipe and drag preferences. Bluetooth connectivity with natural voice recognition is standard with CUE, along with USB and SD card ports.

An available 12.3-inch high-resolution, configurable LCD instrument cluster display complements the CUE display and supports the active safety features. It offers drivers four layouts – from basic to performance-oriented – each delivering bold, crisp graphics tailored to the level of vehicle information desired. A full-color, configurable head-up display is also available.

CTS technologies also include:

Cadillac’s first 20-way adjustable front seats
Motorized cup holder lid in the center console
Heated and cooled (ventilated) front seats and heated steering wheel
Electronically locking glove box
Electronic park brake
Adaptive remote start feature that also activates the climate control system
Standard Bose eleven-speaker sound system and available Bose Centerpoint Surround Sound system with 13 speakers.

The new CTS sedan is the first Cadillac to offer Automatic Parking Assist, which enables the car to park itself in parallel spaces. It uses ultrasonic sensors to locate a suitable space and maneuver the car into the space, with the driver only required to engage reverse and apply the accelerator and brake pedals. Ultrasonic rear park assist is standard.

Ultrasonic sensors, as well as radar and cameras, support the CTS’s advanced safety features to help prevent crashes. Among the most sophisticated is Front and Rear Automatic Braking , which relies on short-range radar technology and ultrasonic sensors to help the driver prevent front and rear low-speed collisions via a progression of alerts that extend to complete braking, if necessary.

A Driver Awareness Package includes Cadillac’s patented Safety Alert Seat technology. It uses vibrating pulses in the driver’s seat to alert the driver to an imminent collision or to vehicles in the car’s blind spot. The seat vibrates on the left or right side, or both sides simultaneously, depending on the direction of the risk.

GM’s first application of automatic safety belt tightening is offered in the new CTS. It automatically takes slack out of the safety belts when buckled and offers real-time, active adjustments during driving to ensure optimal tension and comfort. Additional available safety features include:

Full Speed Range Adaptive Cruise Control
Panic Brake Assist
Forward Collision Alert
Automatic Collision Preparation (with brake prefill)
Lane Departure Warning
Side Blind Zone Alert
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Vision Camera With Dynamic Guidelines
Adaptive Forward Lighting
Active pedestrian protection system (in global regions where required).

The new CTS sedan also features 10 standard air bags, including front-passenger dual-stage low-risk deployment, which makes the most of the air bag trajectory and inflation rate based on the occupant’s size, position and severity of the crash.

Additionally, OnStar is standard for one year. It can use GPS and cellular phone technology to automatically call for help in the event of a crash. OnStar service also includes myCadillac and OnStar myCadillac mobile apps, whichoffer vehicle information, controls and OnStar services via the customer’s iPhone or Android smart phone.

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G-Oil Guy · 03-26-2013, 05:21 PM

I want it.....any idea on pricepoint fen?

BloodRain · 03-26-2013, 05:24 PM

Is the CTS Vsport going to be the same as the CTS-V? I was hoping the ttv6 would have been more of a base engine.

FenwickHockey65 · 03-26-2013, 05:25 PM

No, the CTS Vsport slots in below the CTS-V. A lot of people complained with the current car that there was too much of a horsepower gap between the LFX powered CTS and the LSA powered CTS-V.

Base engine will be the 2.0T from the ATS.

No idea on pricepoint yet, but look at 5-series and E-class.

G-Oil Guy · 03-26-2013, 05:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

No, the CTS Vsport slots in below the CTS-V. A lot of people complained with the current car that there was too much of a horsepower gap between the LFX powered CTS and the LSA powered CTS-V.

Base engine will be the 2.0T from the ATS.

No idea on pricepoint yet, but look at 5-series and E-class.

eeeeeeehhh not terrible.

chevydude26 · 03-26-2013, 06:23 PM

is there an awd option?

FenwickHockey65 · 03-26-2013, 06:35 PM

Yes, for the 2.0T and 3.6L. LF3 V-sport model is RWD only.

jkupa10 · 03-26-2013, 06:41 PM

I'm more excited for this than the 2014 Camaro... something is wrong with this picture.

KMPrenger · 03-26-2013, 06:43 PM

Said it in the other thread...I'll say it again here.

Loving this car! Love what Cadillac has been doing as of late.

Perfect blend of style, elegance, and aggression. This CTS has "grown up" into a real "executive" kind of car. The Vsport is really my favorite though....those wheels are just perfect.

Good job Cadillac!

KMPrenger · 03-26-2013, 06:50 PM

Love this:

FenwickHockey65 · 03-26-2013, 06:58 PM

Motorized cupholders.

KMPrenger · 03-26-2013, 06:59 PM

I read in the MT article that if you get the tan interior, but want the aluminum or carbon fiber trim, your dealership can swap it out for you in 20 minutes.

Awesome.

FenwickHockey65 · 03-26-2013, 07:04 PM

This thing is ridiculously light too. 3600 lbs for a base 2.0T. The Vsport with the LF3 tops out at 3952.

G-Oil Guy · 03-26-2013, 07:10 PM

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Originally Posted by KMPrenger

Love this:

Giggity.

03-26-2013, 05:12 PM	#1
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	GM Officially Reveals 2014 Cadillac CTS 2014 Cadillac CTS Elevates to Challenge World’s Best General Motors March 26, 2013 Longer, lower and leaner sedan drives into heart of midsize luxury segment Lightweight technologies, including aluminum door structures, contribute to lower curb weight and nearly 50/50 weight balance New Vsport model offers new Cadillac Twin-Turbo V-6 and brand’s first eight-speed automatic transmission NEW YORK – Cadillac today introduced the all-new 2014 CTS sedan, which ascends into the heart of the midsize luxury market with expanded performance, elevated luxury and sophisticated technology. The third-generation CTS sedan is based on the high-performing rear-drive architecture of the award-winning ATS sport sedan, moving Cadillac into the prestigious class of midsize luxury sedans. It will be the segment’s lightest car, enabling the most agile driving dynamics in the class. A range of power-dense powertrains underpin its performance, including the all-new Cadillac Twin-Turbo engine and eight-speed automatic transmission. Production of the 2014 CTS begins this fall in Lansing, Mich. “The all-new 2014 Cadillac CTS sedan delivers crafted design, thrilling performance and sophisticated technology,” said Bob Ferguson, vice president, Global Cadillac. “The car that has always been Cadillac’s centerpiece stretches figuratively and literally to challenge the world’s best.” A longer, lower and more athletic-looking proportion is introduced on Cadillac’s landmark sedan and evolves the brand’s Art & Science design philosophy. While growing five inches (127 mm) in length, including a 1.2-inch longer wheelbase, the roofline and cowl – the base of the windshield – are about an inch lower, dimensions that complement the longer exterior to accentuate the car’s lean aesthetic. “With Cadillac growing globally, driven by rising product credibility, the new CTS elevates the brand to a new level,” said Ferguson. While stretched in overall length and wheelbase, the all-new CTS sedan has a lower curb weight than the preceding model and weighs about 200 pounds (90 kg) less than the BMW 528i. Lightweight features, including Cadillac’s first aluminum door structures, contribute to the lower weight and a nearly 50/50 weight balance. And for the first time on CTS, Magnetic Ride Control, Cadillac’s real-time damping system, is available on base models. Cadillac’s shield grille and signature vertical lighting elements – including LED front signature lighting detail – evolve on the CTS. The grille is wider, with a more detailed texture, while the headlamps flow up with the hood line, incorporating crystalline LED light guides for a technologically advanced appearance with more uniform illumination. Active grille shutters are included on some models, improving aerodynamic performance on the highway to enhance fuel efficiency. Inside, a roomier, driver-centric **pit interior with integrated technology and hand-crafted appointments complements the exterior elements and supports the CTS sedan’s driving experience. Eight available interior environments are offered, each trimmed with authentic wood, carbon fiber or aluminum. Leather seating is available, including available full semi-aniline leather, with hand-crafted, cut-and-sewn executions. CTS Performance The new Cadillac Twin-Turbo V-6 and eight-speed automatic transmission combination leads the CTS sedan’s powertrain lineup in the new CTS Vsport. It is the first twin-turbocharged engine ever offered by Cadillac and is the brand’s first eight-speed automatic. The CTS Vsport also features: 18-inch aluminum wheels with Pirelli summer-only performance tires (19-inch wheels with all-season tires are available) A quicker steering ratio Brembo disc brakes with aluminum calipers and high-performance brake pads, Heavy-duty track cooling package Driver-selectable track mode with specific steering rate and Magnetic Ride Control calibrations for greater track performance Electronic limited-slip differential that enhances capability on the track – including optimal acceleration out of turns. The Cadillac Twin-Turbo is SAE-certified at 420 horsepower (313 kW) and 430 lb.-ft. of torque (583 Nm), making it the most power-dense six-cylinder engine in the segment. A pair of smaller turbochargers helps provide more immediate power on demand, with approximately 90 percent of peak torque available from 2,500rpm to 5,500 rpm. That gives the engine a broad torque curve that customers will feel as strong, willing power in almost all driving conditions – and helps the CTS sedan reach 60 mph in an estimated 4.6 seconds. The 2014 CTS is also available with a naturally aspirated 3.6L V-6 rated at an estimated 321 horsepower and also matched with the new paddle-shift eight-speed automatic in rear-wheel-drive models (or six-speed automatic with all-wheel drive; and a 2.0L turbocharged engine rated at an estimated 272 horsepower and paired with a six-speed automatic. Cadillac’s new, paddle-shift eight-speed offers efficiency and performance advantages over a six-speed transmission, including 1.5-percent greater fuel economy. Excellent power-to-weight ratios and racetrack-honed suspension geometries established with the development of the ATS enabled engineers to advance CTS’s performance with greater feelings of feedback, control and response. The comparatively low curb weight helps make the most of the driving experience by allowing the use of lighter-weight chassis components, which reduces unsprung weight to enable more precise handling without compromising ride quality. The CTS sedan’s low mass and optimal brake sizes are expected to give it braking performance that is among the best in the segment, with standard Brembo brakes. Suspension and driver control highlights also include: Multi-link MacPherson strut suspension with a double-pivot design Five-link independent rear suspension Available all-wheel-drive Premium electric, variable-assist power steering gear from ZF Steering Systems Available Magnetic Ride Control real-time damping system Choice of 17-, 18- and 19-inch aluminum wheels. A number of aluminum components are used with the suspension system, while the rear suspension is mostly steel. That helps offset the weight of the engine and transmission at the front of the vehicle, helping the CTS deliver its near-perfect weight balance and contributing to less noise and vibration. CTS technology and safety The CTS sedan seamlessly blends comfort, convenience and safety technologies with the interior’s hand-crafted appointments and flowing design. Active safety features provide alerts and intervene when necessary to help avoid crashes. At the core of the car’s intuitive technologies is CUE, Cadillac’s infotainment system that uses smartphone- and tablet-influenced controls and commands to access information and entertainment data. An eight-inch, high-resolution color touch screen with haptic feedback allows users to swipe and drag preferences. Bluetooth connectivity with natural voice recognition is standard with CUE, along with USB and SD card ports. An available 12.3-inch high-resolution, configurable LCD instrument cluster display complements the CUE display and supports the active safety features. It offers drivers four layouts – from basic to performance-oriented – each delivering bold, crisp graphics tailored to the level of vehicle information desired. A full-color, configurable head-up display is also available. CTS technologies also include: Cadillac’s first 20-way adjustable front seats Motorized cup holder lid in the center console Heated and cooled (ventilated) front seats and heated steering wheel Electronically locking glove box Electronic park brake Adaptive remote start feature that also activates the climate control system Standard Bose eleven-speaker sound system and available Bose Centerpoint Surround Sound system with 13 speakers. The new CTS sedan is the first Cadillac to offer Automatic Parking Assist, which enables the car to park itself in parallel spaces. It uses ultrasonic sensors to locate a suitable space and maneuver the car into the space, with the driver only required to engage reverse and apply the accelerator and brake pedals. Ultrasonic rear park assist is standard. Ultrasonic sensors, as well as radar and cameras, support the CTS’s advanced safety features to help prevent crashes. Among the most sophisticated is Front and Rear Automatic Braking , which relies on short-range radar technology and ultrasonic sensors to help the driver prevent front and rear low-speed collisions via a progression of alerts that extend to complete braking, if necessary. A Driver Awareness Package includes Cadillac’s patented Safety Alert Seat technology. It uses vibrating pulses in the driver’s seat to alert the driver to an imminent collision or to vehicles in the car’s blind spot. The seat vibrates on the left or right side, or both sides simultaneously, depending on the direction of the risk. GM’s first application of automatic safety belt tightening is offered in the new CTS. It automatically takes slack out of the safety belts when buckled and offers real-time, active adjustments during driving to ensure optimal tension and comfort. Additional available safety features include: Full Speed Range Adaptive Cruise Control Panic Brake Assist Forward Collision Alert Automatic Collision Preparation (with brake prefill) Lane Departure Warning Side Blind Zone Alert Rear Cross Traffic Alert Rear Vision Camera With Dynamic Guidelines Adaptive Forward Lighting Active pedestrian protection system (in global regions where required). The new CTS sedan also features 10 standard air bags, including front-passenger dual-stage low-risk deployment, which makes the most of the air bag trajectory and inflation rate based on the occupant’s size, position and severity of the crash. Additionally, OnStar is standard for one year. It can use GPS and cellular phone technology to automatically call for help in the event of a crash. OnStar service also includes myCadillac and OnStar myCadillac mobile apps, whichoffer vehicle information, controls and OnStar services via the customer’s iPhone or Android smart phone. Photography More Reading:** 2014 CTS Sedan Stretches Cadillac's Design Philosophy 2014 Cadillac CTS Sedan is Engineered for Excellence __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued) Last edited by FenwickHockey65; 03-26-2013 at 05:28 PM.

03-26-2013, 05:21 PM	#2
G-Oil Guy Where am I? Drives: Zoe the ZL1, 2012 Frontier Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Mars, PA Posts: 6,071	I want it.....any idea on pricepoint fen? __________________ FOR SALE: 2013 ZL1 Message me if interested

03-26-2013, 05:25 PM	#4
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	No, the CTS Vsport slots in below the CTS-V. A lot of people complained with the current car that there was too much of a horsepower gap between the LFX powered CTS and the LSA powered CTS-V. Base engine will be the 2.0T from the ATS. No idea on pricepoint yet, but look at 5-series and E-class. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

03-26-2013, 06:23 PM	#6
chevydude26 Drives: Future 2011 camaro convertible Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,257	is there an awd option? __________________ I think i flip flopped on the ss bumper...it looks good man...it really does

03-26-2013, 06:35 PM	#7
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	Yes, for the 2.0T and 3.6L. LF3 V-sport model is RWD only. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

03-26-2013, 05:24 PM	#3
BloodRain Account Suspended Drives: 1LE Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Canada Posts: 217	Is the CTS Vsport going to be the same as the CTS-V? I was hoping the ttv6 would have been more of a base engine.

03-26-2013, 06:41 PM	#8
jkupa10 Drives: 2012 45th Vert 2LT/RS Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: SE MI Posts: 298	I'm more excited for this than the 2014 Camaro... something is wrong with this picture. __________________

03-26-2013, 06:43 PM	#9
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,943	Said it in the other thread...I'll say it again here. Loving this car! Love what Cadillac has been doing as of late. Perfect blend of style, elegance, and aggression. This CTS has "grown up" into a real "executive" kind of car. The Vsport is really my favorite though....those wheels are just perfect. Good job Cadillac! __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

03-26-2013, 06:58 PM	#11
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	Motorized cupholders. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)

03-26-2013, 06:59 PM	#12
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,943	I read in the MT article that if you get the tan interior, but want the aluminum or carbon fiber trim, your dealership can swap it out for you in 20 minutes. Awesome. __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

03-26-2013, 07:04 PM	#13
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2020 Colorado Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,371 View My Garage	This thing is ridiculously light too. 3600 lbs for a base 2.0T. The Vsport with the LF3 tops out at 3952. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2020 Chevrolet Colorado W/T Extended Cab (State-issued)