2015 Cadillac CTS Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH 0-60 Times, Top Speed, Specs, Quarter Mile, and Wallpapers

2015 Cadillac CTS  Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH  0-60 Times, Top Speed, Specs, Quarter Mile, and Wallpapers

The 2015 Cadillac CTS Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH is a All-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 2.0L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 272 hp @ 5000 rpm and is paired with 6 speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2015 Cadillac CTS Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH has cargo capacity of 388 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1760 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2015 Cadillac CTS Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers Parking assist and Rear view camera. Safety features also include Driver side front airbag and Passenger side front airbag. The front suspension is Front independent suspension while the rear suspension is Rear independent suspension. The car also features a Tire low-pressure warning system It has 18-inch painted aluminum wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has Remote engine starter. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 297 N.m of torque and a top speed of 238 km/h. The 2015 Cadillac CTS Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds and hits quarter mile at 13.1 seconds. Fuel consumption is 12.3 L/100km in the city and 8.5 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 62,490

Name Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH
Price $ 62,490
Body Sedan
Doors 4 Doors
Engine 2.0L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve
Power 272 hp @ 5000 rpm
Number of Seats 5 Seats
Transmission 6 speed automatic transmission with manual mode
Cargo Space 388.0 L
Maximum Cargo Space 388.0 L
Wheel Type 18-inch painted aluminum wheels
Series CTS III
Drivetrain All-wheel drive
Horsepower 272 HP
Torque 297 N.m
Top Speed 238 km/h
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 6.5 s
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption (City) 12.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 8.5 L/100km
Gear Type auto
Weight 1,640 KG
Brand Cadillac
Model CTS
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 13.1 s
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 156.2 km/h
0-800m (Half Mile) 24.4 s
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 175.7 km/h
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0

2015 Cadillac CTS 2.0T AWD 0-60 MPH

2013 Cadillac CTS-V vs 2015 Audi RS7 1/4 Mile Drag Races

2015 Cadillac CTS 2.0T Top Speed Autobahn Germany

2015 Cadillac CTS Used Price Estimates

Estimates based on a driving average of 12,000 miles per year
Used Condition Trade In Price Private Party Price Dealer Retail Price
Outstanding $ 19,342 $ 21,804 $ 24,187
Clean $ 18,376 $ 20,719 $ 22,983
Average $ 16,445 $ 18,550 $ 20,573
Rough $ 14,515 $ 16,382 $ 18,164

With its sharp styling, well-trimmed cabin and engaging performance, the 2015 Cadillac CTS stands as a serious contender among midsize luxury sport sedans.

Getting respect in the midsize luxury sport sedan segment is like trying to crack the top rankings in MMA. This is a super-competitive group that's full of very strong entries, and one of them is the 2015 Cadillac CTS. With last year's redesign, the CTS went from aging veteran to legitimate contender. Pitted against big-name rivals from Europe, the CTS acquits itself well with classy styling, solid performance and the latest convenience features.

Like many of its competitors, the 2015 CTS has a turbocharged inline-4 as the base engine, and it's rated at an impressive 270 horsepower. There's also a proven 321-hp V6, and those looking for even more performance will gravitate toward the CTS Vsport and its 420-hp, turbocharged V6. In any trim, moreover, the CTS offers exemplary handling that few luxury sedans can match. We also like how the 2015 CTS wears Cadillac's new-age, sharply chiseled design language as well as any Caddy we've seen yet.

In terms of features, the CTS checks most of the expected boxes. Highlights include a panoramic sunroof, adaptive suspension dampers, keyless ignition and entry, adaptive cruise control, tri-zone automatic climate control and a self-parking system that can handle both parallel and perpendicular jobs. Additionally, the CTS provides a high-tech infotainment system called CUE with large virtual buttons and a mostly intuitive layout, though we've found this system to be slow on the uptake at times.

Clearly, Cadillac is pulling no punches in the fight against its premium-brand competitors. But there are good reasons why some of these rivals have historically had the upper hand. The 2015 BMW 5 Series isn't the athlete that the CTS is, but it's got a superb range of engines, and its iDrive infotainment system is a more mature product than CUE. Much the same can be said of the 2015 Mercedes-Benz E-Class (with its COMAND infotainment system), while the 2015 Audi A6 adds proper sport-sedan handling. The 2015 Lexus GS 350 and the hybrid-powered 2015 Lexus GS 450h are worthy alternatives unless you're considering the seriously fast CTS Vsport.

Still, the bottom line is that Cadillac has a complete package in the 2015 CTS. If you're shopping in this class, you'd be remiss not to consider it.

The 2015 Cadillac CTS midsize sedan is offered in six main trim levels: Standard, Luxury, Performance, Premium, Vsport and Vsport Premium.

The CTS Standard comes with the four-cylinder engine, 17-inch alloy wheels, Brembo front brakes, heated exterior mirrors, automatic headlights, rear parking sensors, remote ignition, keyless ignition and entry, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, dual-zone automatic climate control, a manual tilt-and-telescoping leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters, eight-way power front seats (with two-way power lumbar), driver memory settings, leatherette (premium vinyl) upholstery and fixed rear seats with a trunk pass-through. Additional technology features include a 5.7-inch color display screen in the gauge cluster, OnStar telematics, 4G data connectivity with Wi-Fi capability, wireless charging, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, the base Cadillac User Experience (CUE) infotainment system (without navigation), an 8-inch touchscreen interface, voice controls and an 11-speaker Bose surround-sound audio system with three USB ports, an SD-card slot, an auxiliary audio jack, and satellite and HD radio.

An optional Seating package includes upgraded exterior mirrors with driver-side auto-dimming, leather seating surfaces, heated and ventilated front seats, a split-folding rear seat, a power-adjustable heated steering wheel and additional LED interior ambient lighting.

Upgrading to the CTS Luxury adds the above Seating package plus available V6 power, four-way power lumbar for the front passengers, adaptive xenon headlights and the Driver Awareness package (automatic high beam control, automatic wipers, a rearview camera, lane-keeping assist, Cadillac's vibrating driver's "Safety Alert Seat," forward-collision alert, a blind-spot monitor, lane-change alert, rear cross-traffic alert and lane-departure alert).

Both the CTS Standard and Luxury trim levels offer a panoramic sunroof, a navigation system and a 13-speaker Bose audio system as options.

The CTS Performance comes with the Luxury's features and options plus 18-inch wheels (optional on Luxury), adaptive suspension dampers, a self-parking system (with both parallel and perpendicular capability) and -- somewhat confusingly -- the Luxury package (illuminated door handles and sill plates, a head-up display, a 110-volt power outlet, tri-zone automatic climate control, heated rear seats, manual rear sunshades and a power rear window sunshade). The optional Driver Assist package adds adaptive cruise control and a collision mitigation system with automatic braking, while the Performance Seat and Cluster package adds 20-way front sport seats, alloy pedals and a larger configurable gauge cluster display.

The CTS Premium comes with the Performance's features and options plus extended leather upholstery and an advanced theft-deterrent package.

The CTS Vsport comes solely with the exclusive turbocharged V6 engine. It starts with the Luxury trim level's standard features and adds the navigation system and 13-speaker Bose stereo, the self-parking system, 18-inch wheels with summer tires, a sport-tuned suspension with adaptive magnetic dampers, a sport-tuned steering system (with a quicker ratio), a driver-selectable "track mode" for spirited driving, an electronic limited-slip rear differential and a heavy-duty cooling system. High-performance brake pads are optional.

The CTS Vsport Premium adds the features from the regular Premium trim that aren't already standard on the base Vsport.

Stand-alone options include 19-inch wheels, a rear spoiler, an engine-block heater and carbon-fiber interior trim.

A 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine making 272 hp and an impressive 295 pound-feet of torque is the base engine for all but the Vsport trim levels. Available with either rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), the four-cylinder is hooked up to a six-speed automatic transmission.

Optional on the Luxury, Performance and Premium trims is a 3.6-liter V6 good for 321 hp and 275 lb-ft of torque. With RWD, the engine comes with an eight-speed automatic transmission. The V6 AWD employs the six-speed.

Topping the line is the Vsport's turbocharged 3.6-liter V6, which cranks out 420 hp and 430 lb-ft of torque. Rear-wheel drive with the eight-speed automatic is the sole drivetrain configuration.

As far as fuel economy, the four-cylinder CTS gets an EPA-estimated 24 mpg combined (20 city/30 highway) with RWD and 22 mpg combined (19 city/28 highway) with AWD. The V6 with RWD also rates 22 mpg combined (18 city/29 highway) while the AWD version rates 21 mpg combined (18 city/26 highway). The Vsport drops to 18 mpg combined (16 city/24 highway).

In testing of a CTS Vsport, we recorded a 4.9-second sprint to 60 mph, which is a competitive time for a high-performance midsize sport sedan, but a few tenths off the pace set by the BMW 550i.

Standard safety features for the 2015 Cadillac CTS include antilock disc brakes, traction and stability control, active front head restraints, front and rear side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags. Also standard are rear parking sensors and OnStar telematics (which includes automatic crash notification, on-demand roadside assistance, an emergency button, stolen vehicle locator and active intervention, and remote door unlock).

Additional safety equipment is bundled into two packages. Standard on all except the CTS Standard trim is the Driver Awareness package (automatic high beams, automatic wipers, a rearview camera, lane-keeping assist, Cadillac's vibrating driver's "Safety Alert Seat," forward-collision alert, a blind-spot monitor, lane-change alert, rear cross-traffic alert and lane-departure alert). Optional on Performance and standard on Premium and Vsport Premium is the Driver Assist package (adaptive cruise control and a collision mitigation system with automatic braking).

In government crash tests, the CTS received the top rating of five stars overall, including five stars for total frontal impact safety and five stars for total side impact safety. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the CTS its highest rating of "Good" in the moderate-overlap frontal-offset and side impact crash tests, and the CTS also earned the top "Superior" rating for frontal crash prevention when equipped with the Driver Awareness and Driver Assist packages.

Acceleration in the 2015 Cadillac CTS Vsport is impressive, with gobs of torque available whenever you squeeze on the gas. It's not quite enough to make us forget about the previous-generation CTS-V's supercharged V8, but it certainly puts Cadillac on the same plane as its European rivals with upgraded engines. Of course, most CTS models will have either the turbo-4 or the regular V6 engine, and those are competitive offerings as well. The four lacks the eerily linear thrust of the BMW 528i's similar engine, but it compensates with a healthy midrange punch that should be more than enough for most tastes. As for the 321-hp V6, it's a carryover from the previous CTS, but we're still fans of its broad-shouldered torque and burly soundtrack.

Through turns, the CTS provides uncommon levels of composure and tactility. If you ever find yourself driving one on a racetrack, don't be afraid to toss it into a corner -- it'll shrink around you like all great sport sedans, and you'll enjoy arguably the best steering feel and body control in this segment. Oh yes, this Caddy is sharp, yet it still maintains its composure over bumps, especially when fitted with the adaptive suspension. The CTS is also ideal for highway cruising, thanks to its smooth ride and fairly quiet cabin.

The interior of the 2015 Cadillac CTS follows the trend set first by the full-size XTS. It's a sophisticated and luxurious design rendered in rich materials, with a high level of craftsmanship and thorough technology integration. The Cadillac User Experience (CUE) infotainment system consists of configurable displays on the main touchscreen and can leverage connected smartphones with app integration easily enough. We appreciate the display screen's large icons and crisp graphics, as well as its mostly intuitive operation, but CUE's reliance on touchscreen and peripheral touch-panel inputs can be frustrating, as the system's response times are sometimes sluggish or missed entirely.

Front passengers in the 2015 CTS enjoy ample personal space, yet the enveloping dashboard and door panels make for an intimate cockpit that meshes nicely with the car's sporting mission. Rear passengers will be less pleased, however, as there's only modest space back there by midsize standards. At 13.7 cubic feet, the CTS sedan's trunk brings up the rear when compared to the 5 Series and E-Class.

Based on a stretched version of the sophisticated Alpha platform that also underpins Cadillac’s smaller ATS, the 2015 CTS sedan boasts superior control and agility under all conditions. This is especially true on models equipped with Magnetic Ride Control, which complements the enhanced dynamic character with Cadillac-level comfort and even more advanced driver-focused technology. Smooth and capable in rear-drive or all-wheel-drive models, the 3.6-liter naturally aspirated V6 offers a good blend of performance and efficiency, but we found still-powerful and more-efficient 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder an enticing alternative. And while hardcore enthusiasts will have to await a new CTS-V sedan, Cadillac's new 420-horsepower V6 Twin Turbo in the CTS Vsport offers plenty of exhilaration in its own right.

TECHNOLOGY OFFERINGSCadillac has been quick to realize that just because we're in a car we needn't be disconnected from our devices. For 2015, the Cadillac CTS luxury sedan is now even savvier by offering its own wireless connection, DockSpot wireless phone charging, and text-message alerts via the CUE infotainment system.3.6-LITER V6 TWIN-TURBOExcusive to the rear-wheel-drive Vsport CTS, this tech-rich force-fed stormer makes an exhilarating 420-horsepower and 430 lb-ft of torque. Cadillac is quick to note that this twin-turbo engine only shares about 10 percent of its components with the naturally aspirated 3.6-liter V6 offered in other CTS models.

The 2015 Cadillac CTS' 5-passenger cabin boasts nearly as much style as the sedan's angular exterior. Plenty of padded panels and plush seating – leatherette in lower models, real leather in other versions – create an inviting interior. The standard 8-way power front bucket seats are comfortable, but rear-seat legroom is on the tight side. Prominently displayed in the center stack is the CUE infotainment system. The 8-inch touch screen and touch-sensitive controls beneath it are impressive to look at but frustrating to use. The screen's response time lags in some situations and the controls beneath can be finicky, potentially leading to driver distraction.

With sharp angles at every corner, a rippled hood and prominent grille that sports Cadillac's new crest, the CTS stands out even among its talented competitors in the luxury sedan segment. Details range from the pragmatic – grille shutters that close to improve aerodynamics – to pretty, such as the seamless aluminum trim around the side windows. At the rear, all 2015 CTS sedans feature dual exhaust outlets. Models with the "CTS4" markings designate all-wheel drive. The limited-edition 2015 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe uses the last-generation body design with unique touches such as dark grille, satin graphite wheels and red brake calipers.

The 2015 Cadillac CTS sedan is available with three engines and four trim levels (Standard, Luxury, Performance and Premium), which all amount to a wide selection of features. Spend the least on a CTS 2.0L and you'll still get a midsize luxury sedan that includes a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine, 11-speaker Bose premium audio with three USB inputs, push-button start, wireless phone charging, dual-zone climate control, voice command, and the CUE infotainment system with an 8-inch touch screen and GM's OnStar communications system with a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot. Surprisingly, a rearview camera is not standard on base models.

Adding options or stepping up trims brings amenities such as navigation, leather seating, wood trim, heated/ventilated front seats, adaptive cruise control, a sunroof, and tri-zone automatic climate control. If you have a large CD collection, you'll want to opt for the glovebox-mounted disc player. Performance and safety enhancements include all-wheel drive, Magnetic Ride Control, blind-spot monitoring, Automatic Parking Assist, and a Driver Awareness Package that includes features such as a seat that vibrates to warn the driver of dangers such as drifting out of a lane or getting too close to an object when parking.

Three engines are available for the 2015 Cadillac CTS sedan. The base is a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder that puts out a stout 272 horsepower, while the mid-tier engine is a 3.6-liter V6 that's good for 321 horsepower. Both of those engines are offered with the standard rear-wheel drive (RWD) or optional all-wheel drive (AWD). At the top of the pack (at least until the next-gen CTS-V sedan arrives) is a twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter V6 in the Vsport that pumps out 420 horsepower and is rear-drive only. The 4-cylinder CTS uses a 6-speed automatic transmission, while V6 versions utilize an 8-speed automatic. Carrying over one final year is the limited-edition, rear-drive CTS-V Coupe that packs a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 good for 556 horsepower that's mated to a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission.2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 272 horsepower @ 5,500 rpm295 lb-ft of torque @ 1,700-5,500 rpmEPA city/highway fuel economy: 20/30 mpg (RWD), 19/28 mpg (AWD)3.6-liter V6 321 horsepower @ 6,800 rpm275 lb-ft of torque @ 4,800 rpmEPA city/highway fuel economy: 18/29 mpg (RWD), 18/26 mpg (AWD)3.6-liter twin-turbocharged V6 420 horsepower @ 5,750 rpm430 lb-ft of torque @ 3,500-4,500 rpmEPA city/highway fuel economy: 16/24 mpg6.2-liter supercharged V8 (CTS V-Sport Coupe)556 horsepower @ 6,100 rpm551 lb-ft of torque @ 3,800 rpmEPA city/highway fuel economy: 14/19 mpg (manual), 12/18 mpg (automatic)

The 2015 Cadillac CTS sedan has a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting just over $ 46,000 for a base 2.0-liter model. At the top end, a loaded Vsport with the twin-turbocharged V6 engine passes the $ 70,000 mark, as does the 2015 CTS-V Coupe that's limited to 500 models. At its starting price, Cadillac's 4-door luxury sport sedan is in line with the Audi A6 and is a few thousand below the starting prices of the BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Jaguar XF and Infiniti Q70. The Acura RLX and Lexus GS also start slightly higher than the CTS. Before buying, be sure to check the Fair Purchase Price to see what others in your area are paying for their new Cadillac CTS. The Cadillac's resale value is expected to be about average in this segment, trailing the standout Lexus GS.

2015 Cadillac CTS Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH Exterior Colors

Black Diamond Tricoat
Black Raven
Crystal White Tricoat
Dark Adriatic Blue Metallic
Opulent Blue Metallic
Phantom Grey Metallic
Radiant Silver Metallic
Red Obsession Tintcoat

2015 Cadillac CTS Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH Interior Colors

Jet Black
Light platinum
Light cashmere
Twilight blue
Jet Black
Kona brown

2015 Cadillac CTS Engines

Engine Standard in Trim Power Torque Fuel Consumption - City Fuel Consumption - Highway 0-100 km/h Quarter Mile Half Mile
3.6L V6 DOHC 24-valve 3.6L Premium Luxury 335 hp @ 6800 rpm 297 N.m 11.6 L/100km 8.0 L/100km 5.7 s 13.7 s 22.8 s
3.6L V6 DOHC 24-valve AWD 3.6L Premium Luxury 335 hp @ 6800 rpm 297 N.m 12.2 L/100km 8.6 L/100km 5.6 s 12.2 s 22.8 s
3.6L V6 DOHC twinturbo 24-valve 3.6L TT V-Sport Premium 420 hp @ 5750 rpm 297 N.m 15.0 L/100km 9.9 L/100km 4.8 s 12.7 s 21.1 s
3.6L V6 DOHC 24-valve 3.6L Performance 335 hp @ 6800 rpm 297 N.m 11.6 L/100km 6.9 L/100km 5.7 s 13.7 s 22.8 s
3.6L V6 DOHC 24-valve 3.6L Premium 335 hp @ 6800 rpm 297 N.m 11.6 L/100km 7.9 L/100km 5.7 s 13.7 s 22.8 s
3.6L V6 DOHC 24-valve AWD 3.6L Premium 335 hp @ 6800 rpm 297 N.m 12.2 L/100km 8.5 L/100km 5.6 s 12.2 s 22.8 s
3.6L V6 twin turbo DOHC 24-valve 3.6L TT V-Sport Premium 420 hp @ 5750 rpm 297 N.m 14.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km 4.8 s 12.7 s 21.1 s
3.6L V6 DOHC 24-valve Premium 3.6L RWD 1SS 321 hp @ 6800 rpm 297 N.m 12.8 L/100km 8.2 L/100km 5.9 s 13.9 s 23.1 s
3.6L V6 DOHC 24-valve Premium 3.6 AWD 1ST 321 hp @ 6800 rpm 297 N.m 12.8 L/100km 8.9 L/100km 5.7 s 12.4 s 23.1 s
3.6L V6 twin turbo DOHC 24-valve Turbo Vsport 3.6L RWD 2SK 420 hp @ 5750 rpm 297 N.m 15.1 L/100km 9.9 L/100km 4.8 s 12.7 s 21.1 s

2015 Cadillac CTS Trims

2015 Cadillac CTS Previous Generations

2015 Cadillac CTS Future Generations

Cadillac CTS Overview and History

The third generation Cadillac CTS sedan is a midsize luxury sedan that is defined by performance, elevated luxury and sophisticated technology.
Cadillac's history can be traced back to the beginning of the 18th century. Although coaches, horse riding or walking were the favorite means of locomotion during those times and no cars had been yet made, it's important to trace the brand to its origins. The genesis of Cadillac as it is widely known today began in 1701, when a group of French explorers led by Le Sieur Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac traveled to the northern parts of the US and established Ville d'Etroit. The settling would ultimately come to be known as Detroit, a flourishing industrial city, teeming with car plants and foundries.

However, Sir Cadillac would not have any connection to the future of the Cadillac car workshops. Its actual beginnings can be traced to the mid 19th century, when a boy named Henry Martyn Leland was born. Leland grew up on a farm near Barton, Vermont, where he received a solid working-education that taught him the importance of doing a job properly, regardless of its importance.

The farm-training he received, combined with his penchant for improving working methods, led to his growth as an engineer. However, Cadillac would not yet emerge as an automobile brand. By 1890, Leland had founded his own company in partnership with Robert C. Faulconer and Norton, after having convinced the former of the city's need for machine shops. The company's area of expertise was gear grinding and the development of special tools.

Soon after the company received general credit for the quality of the products it marketed and Leland had asserted himself as a talented engineer, the shift from steam-powered vehicles to gasoline-powered ones was made. Following the work of the visionary Daimler and Benz in Europe, a man named Ransom Eli Olds from Michigan teamed up with a group of investors under a firm called Olds Gasoline Engine Works. Their main objective was to  build a gasoline-powered engine to be fitted on the chassis of a vehicle.

The project was a success but the resulting product was flawed: the gears in the transmission were too loud. Olds turned to Leland and Faulconer for help. The two entered a straight competition against the Dodge brothers who were also supplying engines for Olds. Although Leland's ultimately developed 10.25 Hp engine was better than that of Dodge, Olds turned it down due to the high car sales his company registered at the time. Basically, there was no need for a new engine.

Still, Leland's engine would soon come to use. Shortly after Olds' refusal of using the newly designed engine, Leland was looked up by two men concerning the liquidation of a company that had previously built cars. Its name was the Detroit Automobile Company and had been initially reorganized by Henry Ford, who left shortly after the company began crumbling again. Leland persuaded the investors to stay in business, convincing them of the utility and importance of the automobile industry in the near future.

With an engine already designed, Leland and Faulconer were brought in and the company adopted the name of Cadillac, that of the explorer that had founded the city over two centuries ago. The Cadillac coat of arms was adopted as the company's new logo and the baby-firm would still receive international recognition for its automobiles.

Leland's engines had already garnered appreciation and were some of the most accurately built units of the time. In fact, not only the engines were reliable and built with pinpoint precision, but they were also highly versatile, successfully catering for the need of interchangeability. This feature has earned Cadillac the Dewer Trophy, being the first time when such an award was handed to an American automobile manufacturer.

Later on, Cadillac would be part of a larger entity, the General Motors company, then run by William Crapo Durant - who paid $ 4.5M in cash for Leland's company to merge with GM. From that point on, several models would be developed and enter production by Leland's departure in 1917.

The Brougham, Fleetwood, Deville and the Eldorado are some of the most famous models build by the GM's prodigious branch. Its accomplishments vary from speed breaking records on American territory to engineering improvements that were a premiere for the automotive world. For example, Cadillac introduced the revolutionary electrical lighting and ignition Delco system as standard equipment on their cars, as well as boasting the world's first independent front suspension on its entire line of automobiles in 1934.

Closed cooling systems, electronic injection systems and catalytic converters are also among the long list of first-to-have-done things introduced by Cadillac in the US. Despite the low reception of the brand in Europe, Cadillac remains one of the great classics overseas, still boasting a privileged status among American car producers. After all, it's a brand deeply rooted in nobility grounds.

2015 Cadillac CTS Consumer Reviews

monsoonquirk, 04/04/2018
Luxury 4dr Sedan AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
Jury is still out but I love driving it
This car has had some gremlins in the first month of ownership. MAP sensor tripped at 15k. Crankshaft Position Sensor relearn came on and can only be relearned with a GM tech II or similar scanner. Then the power steering light comes on and power steering switches to manual. Once you restart the car, it comes back on, but has gone back off again. Of all things, this is concerning and dangerous if it occurs during a turn. Hopefully my mechanic will figure it out and I can get some miles on this beauty. I will update this review. I know...I know... many say they will, but don't. I will however. As far as how it drives: this car moves well for a 2.0 and has all the power I am looking for. gas mileage is decent for a heavier AWD car. It corners great and hugs the road with little body lean. Of course, the suspension is stiffer, so you're not going to get the traditional floating Cadillac ride and will feel more bumps, but it's not bad. The cornering makes up for it. You can even adjust it some. The CUE system is not hard to figure out and so far works well. 2014-15 versions though can't upgrade to Apple Play or Android Auto via the dealership. There are people who claim to do it with a $ 750 upgrade on Ebay, but I'll just use my phone in a holder. I wish they had the adaptive cruise avail on the Luxury version, but the Lane Assist is nice. So....while it hs many of the bells and whistle, power and styling I want, the main thing is will it be reliable. Reviews don't indicate it will have engine or tranny issues but I'll see what happens with the electrical gremlins before saying this is a great car. Ok...here is my updated. No issues with the car. Love driving it so much, I sold my Town Car, as I found myself only driving the CTS. Nice power, fair mpg, nice interior, very comfortable. Very happy with the car.
subhelicopter, 04/23/2017
Standard 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
Satisfied with my purchase 18 months later.
I love my base CTS. The 2.0L Turbo four and six speed is great. I am very happy I missed out on the 8-speed in the '16 up as well as the standard auto stop/start as I have had loaners I didn't love. Sad I had to go aftermarket for a backup camera in the base trim though that is now standard for '16 and newer. My biggest issue is the resale value. It is much like an Audi as the bottom fell out of the value right away and I haven't caught up with my payments yet. That said I'm not mad about this as I love the car and wouldn't replace it except for maybe an ATS-V with a standard transmission in a year or two.
nervousmute, 10/27/2018
Premium 4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 8A)
Cadillac...The Standard Of The World...Again
Owned many Cadillacs over the years and they continue to get better and better. As much as I consider trying another make next time around, they come out with something new to reattract me. Contrary to some opinions, my Cadillacs never go to the shop unless its for an oil change, covered by Cadillac. The CTS was leased for 39 months and is coming to an end. I have 45K miles on it and the fancy electronic glove box needed to be fixed recently. The CUE system, which has had complaints since its release, was replaced once by Cadillac. Apparently the fingerprints on the screen get embedded due to the heat but was replaced under warranty without concern. I have owned Mercedes BMW Infiniti...Cadillac seems to outshine all around in looks and reliability. Its a shame they arent getting credit for being as good as they are...
dubbedshear, 01/28/2016
Standard 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 6A)
Great luxury sedan
I traded a BMW 3 series for the mid size CTS . I enjoyed my time in the BMW. The caddy handling is very close to the e90 handling and better than the handling of BMW F10 platform. I purchased the car on its merits fun to drive, superb performance, luxury and dealer support. The car has performed flawless for the first 13,000 miles. CUE has a learning curve but so did gen 2 idrive. The CTS is a goid value as noone is paying the sticker price.Forget the GM bashing this is a great car.
dillsonore, 10/19/2019
2014 Cadillac CTS
"A perfect car"
This car has been perfect. Performance and luxury on one package, and it look amazing. Red with Kona brown interior. Fast, and comfortable. Zero maintenance issues. May need breaks as I approach 70k miles. Have had to replace rear tires twice... but that is probably due to me enjoying it's power and not a fault of the car.
cleaversculling, 10/18/2019
2015 Cadillac CTS
"Buyer Beware as a used purchase"
2nd Cadillac I have owned and loved the 1st. This car has been back at dealer 6 times in 7 months. All covered under warranty but 4 time in 4 months for "brake assist" that never gets fixed but covered under warranty Moon roof /Sunroof broke and could not be closed..covered under warranty auto seat adjust broke--covered under warranty I don't know if this is a lemon but just don't trust a Cadillac that is 4 years old and has less than 50,000 miles. Once it gets to 50,000 it starts to fall apart. Won't buy another cadillac--probably get foreign for quality and reliability
ivanhoebrewery, 08/27/2019
2014 Cadillac CTS
"Power. Luxury. Sophistication."
The CTS V-Sport Premium has been an excellent car to own. Very few service issues and has been very reliable. This car is: Exhilarating to drive. Fast, quick, handles incredibly well. Braking performance exceptional. All the bells and whistles and they all continue to work at 100%. This car is not: Soft and pillowy ride, in fact it's very tight and while the magnetohelogical (sp) shocks mean no harshness, you will not float down the road like your father's Cadillac. Tires last about 20,000, which is not bad for summer rubber. Replacing is not cheap however. Brakes are Brembo and lasted about 40,000. Not cheap to replace. I love this car, but do not get enough chances to actually "drive" it. Commuting is no fun, even in this luxurious auto. Thank goodness the Bose sound system is awesome!Read less

2015 Cadillac CTS Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH Specifications

Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH Comfort and Convenience

AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM/RDS stereo radio
Air ConditionningDual-zone automatic climate control
Ambient Lighting (Option)LED accent lighting
AntennaWindow grid-antenna/Diversity antenna
Audio AmplifierAmplifier
Audio Audio StorageSD card slot
Audio Monitor8-inch colour monitor
Audio VolumeSpeed sensitive volume control
Auxiliary input jackYes
Bluetooth Wireless TechnologyBluetooth wireless connectivity
Cargo Mat (Option)Premium all-weather cargo mats
Cargo NetYes
Cargo Organizer (Option)Collapsible cargo area organizer
Communication SystemOnStar communication system with turn-by-turn navigation and 1-year service
Courtesy Dome LightCourtesy lights with fade-out/LED accent lighting
Cruise ControlYes
Cruise Control (Option)Adaptive full-speed range cruise control
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver-side illuminated vanity mirror
Engine Block HeaterYes
Front WipersRain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers
Garage Door OpenerGarage door opener
Graphic EqualizerAutomatic equalizer
Heated Steering Wheel (Option)Heated steering wheel
Illuminated EntryYes
Interior Air FilterAir filter
Interior Air Filter (Option)Cabin filter
MP3 CapabilityYes
Number of Speakers11 Bose speakers
Passenger Vanity MirrorFront passenger-side illuminated vanity mirror
Power Door LocksYes
Power Outlet3 12-volt power outlets
Power WindowsPower windows with one-touch up/down feature
Reading LightFront and rear map lights
Rear HeatingRear heater ducts
Rear View MirrorAuto dimming rear view mirror
Remote Audio ControlsSteering wheel-mounted audio controls
Remote Keyless EntryYes
Remote StarterRemote engine starter
Single CDCD player
Sirius XM satellite radioSiriusXM satellite radio with 3 months subscription
Steering Wheel AdjustmentPower tilt and telescopic steering wheel
Steering Wheel Adjustment (Option)Lock control steering column
Trunk LightCargo light
Trunk/Hatch OperationRemote trunk hatch release
Trunk Cargo Cargo Area Tie Down HooksCargo tie down hooks
USB ConnectorYes
Voice Recognition SystemYes

Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH Dimensions

Cargo Capacity388 L
Curb Weight1760 kg
Front Headroom1026 mm
Front Legroom1161 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity72 L
Height1453 mm
Length4966 mm
Rear Headroom952 mm
Rear Legroom899 mm
Wheelbase2912 mm
Width1834 mm

Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH Exterior Details

Automatic HeadlightsYes
Body Trim Hood Decoration (Option)Black outdoor vehicle cover
Bumper ColourBody-color bumpers
Driving LightsDaytime running lights
ExhaustChrome exhaust tip
Exterior Decoration (Option)Laminated glass rear door windows
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color exterior mirrors
Exterior Mirrors Auto DimmingAutodimming driver's side exterior mirror
GrilleBlack grille with chrome trim
Grille (Option)Black chrome grille
Headlight TypeHalogen headlights
Headlights Auto OffDelay-off headlights
Heated Exterior MirrorsYes
Heated Exterior Mirrors (Option)Outside heated power-adjustable mirrors
License Plateholder (Option)Front license plate mount AB/NL/NS/NT/NU/PE/QC/SK/YT
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors
Rear Spoiler (Option)Yes
Rear Window DefrosterYes
SunroofPower glass sunroof
TaillightsLED tailights
Tinted GlassTinted glass - light

Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH Interior Details

ClockAnalog clock
CompassYes
Door TrimLeatherette door trim
Driver Info CenterDriver information center
Driver Info Center (Option)12.3-inch colour reconfigurable gauge cluster
Floor ConsoleYes
Floor CoveringCarpet floor covering
Floor Covering (Option)Premium carpeted floor mats
Floor MatsFront and rear floor mats
Floor Mats (Option)Premium all-weather floor mats
Folding Rear Seats60/40-split folding rear bench seat
Folding Rear Seats (Option)Split folding rear bench seat
Front Center ArmrestYes
Front Seats Active HeadrestsActive front headrests
Front Seats ClimateCooled front seats
Front Seats Climate (Option)Front ventilated seats
Front Seats Driver Lombar4 way power driver lumbar support
Front Seats Driver Power Seats8-way power driver's seat
Front Seats Driver Seat MemoryPosition memory feature for driver's seat
Front Seats Front Seat Back StorageFront seatback storage
Front Seats Front Seat TypeFront bucket seats
Front Seats Front Seat Type (Option)Performance front bucket seats
Front Seats HeatedHeated front seats
Front Seats Heated (Option)Heated front seats
Front Seats Passenger Lombar4 way power front passenger lumbar support
Front Seats Passenger Power Seats8 way power front passenger seat
Glove Box (Option)Glove box mounted CD optical drive
HeadlinerCloth headliner
Instrumentation TypeAnalog instrumentation
Low Fuel WarningYes
Luxury Dashboard TrimGenuine wood and metal-look interior trim
Maintenance Interval ReminderMaintenance reminder system
Number of Cup HoldersFront and rear cup holders
Oil Pressure GaugeYes
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature display
Overhead ConsoleYes
Pedal Trim (Option)Sport aluminum alloy pedals
Rear Center ArmrestRear-seat fold-down armrest
Rear Seat Pass-ThroughYes
Rear Seat TypeRear bench seat
Seat TrimLeather seats
Seat Trim (Option)Leather seats
Shifter Knob TrimLeather wrapped shift knob
Shifter Knob Trim (Option)Black suede shift knob
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped steering wheel
Steering Wheel Trim (Option)Sueded microfibre steering wheel
TachometerYes
Trip ComputerYes
Water Temperature GaugeYes

Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH Mechanical

Drive TrainAll-wheel drive
Engine Name2.0L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve
Stability ControlYes
Traction ControlYes
Transmission6 speed automatic transmission with manual mode
Transmission Paddle ShiftYes

Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH Overview

BodySedan
Doors4
Engine2.0L L4 turbo DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption12.3 (Automatic City)8.5 (Automatic Highway)
Power272 hp @ 5000 rpm
Seats5
Transmission6 speed automatic transmission with manual mode
WarrantiesBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain110000/km, 72/Months Roadside Assistance110000/km, 72/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 72/Months

Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH Safety

Anti-Lock Brakes4-wheel ABS
Anti-Theft AlarmAlarm system
Blind Spot WarningYes
Brake AssistBrake assist
Brake Type4-wheel disc
Child Seat AnchorLATCH child seat anchors
Child-proof LocksChild security rear door locks
Collision mitigation braking systemYes
Driver AirbagDriver side front airbag
First Aid KitCadillac edition first aid kit
Front Seat BeltsRegular
Ignition DisableEngine immobilizer
Panic AlarmPanic alarm
Parking Distance SensorParking assist
Passenger AirbagPassenger side front airbag
Rear View CameraRear view camera
Roof Side CurtainFront and rear side head curtain airbags
Side AirbagFront side airbags
Stolen Vehicle RecoveryStolen vehicle tracking

Turbo performance 2.0 AWD 1SH Suspension and Steering

Front Anti-Roll BarYes
Front SuspensionFront independent suspension
Front Tires245/40R18 tires
Front Tires (Option)Tires: P255/35R19 AS BW run-flat
Power SteeringSpeed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering
Rear Anti-Roll BarYes
Rear SuspensionRear independent suspension
Spare TireCompact spare tire
Suspension CategorySport suspension
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemTire low-pressure warning system
Turning Circle11.3-meter turning circle diameter
Wheel Locks (Option)Locking wheel lugs
Wheel Type18-inch painted aluminum wheels
Wheel Type (Option)18-inch x 8.5-inch 15-spoke polished aluminum

Critics Reviews

New for 2014. The 2014 Cadillac CTS is all-new this year. A list of all the changes Cadillac made to the CTS would go on for pages, so here are the headlines: the CTS sports the latest evolution ...
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The 2014 Cadillac CTS sedan scales up the ATS' handsome profile and spot-on handling, and tops it off with a winning Vsport edition. Find out why the 2014 Cadillac CTS is rated 8.6 by The Car ...
For 2014, the CTS sedan gets a top-to-bottom redesign that gives it longer and leaner sheet metal, and a new eight-speed automatic transmission. The coupe and wagon carry over unchanged. Exterior. Whether it’s the wagon, sedan or coupe, the 2014 Cadillac CTS immediately stands out on the strength of its powerful proportions and angular lines.

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