Cadillac CTS
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2012 CTS models receive a new available 318-horsepower V6 engine, three new exterior colors (Black Diamond, Opulent Blue and Mocha Steel) and standard Bluetooth hands-free phone capability. The exterior colors are also available for the CTS-V models, as well as an available blind spot warning system for the coupe model.
For 2011, a rear vision camera is offered on the sedan; models without navigation feature a view screen built into the rear view mirror. Also new for 2011 are an available heated steering wheel, a new front fender vent design and a new 19-inch wheel and tires package. All CTS models come standard with Cadillac's Premium Care Maintenance, which covers oil changes, tire rotation and engine and cabin air filter replacement for four years or 50,000 miles.
A fuel-saving 3.0-liter gasoline direct injection V6 is now the CTS' standard engine. New features include an air filtration unit with automatic cabin odor filtration and available 19-inch polished aluminum wheels. Later in the model year, a wagon version will join the CTS lineup (reviewed separately).
Fresh from a complete makeover in 2008, the 2009 CTS has no major changes.
In the past, Cadillac's attempt to challenge its European rivals met with less than stellar success. That trend seems to have come to an end with the CTS sedan. Now entering its fourth year of production, the CTS has not only proven itself a worthy competitor, but its quality and performance statistics place it in the same league with competitors from Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Audi. More importantly, the CTS' edgy look has caught on with younger buyers who just a few years ago would never have considered a Cadillac. Offered with a choice of manual or automatic transmissions, the CTS not only has a high fun-to-drive factor, but returns surprisingly good fuel economy.
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Love, Love, Love it!
By Dallas Dude (TX) on Thursday, January 26, 2012
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 3,000
overall rating 10 of 10rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Pros: "Style, Design, Road feel, Power"
Cons: "Fuel Mileage, Wish the sunroof opened more"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 10
"This is a car that makes me smile every day I get into it. The combination of style and driving character is wonderful and this car turns heads and gets compliments everywhere I drive it. I would recommend it to anyone!"
9 people out of 9 found this review helpful
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worst car I have ever purchased
By Last One (TX) on Tuesday, September 13, 2011
I don't own this car
overall rating 3 of 10rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Pros: "great body style"
Cons: "cheap seats, cadillac doesn't stand by their products"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 5
"Purchased this car in March 2011. It has been to shop over 10 times. Have own one other cadillac had no problems but this one is bad. Trying to get dearlership to take it as a trade in on a 2011 Avalon. Really want out. I thought I had found my dream car but instead its a nightmare in Texas."
5 people out of 5 found this review helpful
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Very nicely designed, but not reliable enough!
By Ben (MI) on Saturday, March 24, 2012
I own this car - My approximate mileage is 43,000
overall rating 9 of 10rating detailsReviewer Ratings
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Pros: "Nice design, feels very luxurious."
Cons: "No ash tray"
Likely to recommend this car? (1-10): 7
"I've owned the vehicle for about two years now and love it. In terms of exterior/interior design the car is fantastic. I was not intrigued by it's performance or reliability status. I have taken the car to the dealers about 6 times within the two years for some minor problems. If I didn't have the warranty on the car those minor problems would be a major price considering it is a Cadillac. The performance is "alright" I am not judging the performance in terms of the speed or acceleration, but rather the cars handling, balance, and smoothness. This car looks great to drive, but doesn't feel as great. I don't recommend buying this car without it having a factory warranty. You will lose!"
4 people out of 4 found this review helpful
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