2008 Cadillac DTS Performance
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2009 Cadillac DTS Luxury III

2008 Cadillac DTS  Performance

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2009 Cadillac DTS  Luxury III
2008 Cadillac DTS Performance 2009 Cadillac DTS Luxury III Difference
Name Performance Luxury III
Price $ 65,800 $ 66,390
Body Sedan Sedan
Doors 4 Doors 4 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 4.6L V8 DOHC 32-valve 4.6L V8 DOHC 32-valve
Power 292 hp @ 6000 rpm 275 hp @ 6000 rpm
Number of Seats 5 Seats 5 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 4-speed automatic transmission 4-speed automatic transmission
Cargo Space 532.0 L 532.0 L 0 (0%)
Maximum Cargo Space 532.0 L 532.0 L 0 (0%)
Wheel Type 18'' chrome alloy wheels 17'' chromed alloy wheels
Series DTS DTS
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 292 HP 275 HP 17 (6%)
Torque 319 N.m 300 N.m 19 (6%)
Top Speed 244 km/h 239 km/h 5 (2%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 7.4 s 7.7 s 0.3 (4%)
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline) Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption (City) 13.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km 0 (0%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 8.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km 0 (0%)
Gear Type auto auto
Weight 1,900 KG 1,900 KG
Brand Cadillac Cadillac
Model DTS DTS
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 15.1 s 15.4 s 0.3 (2%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 152.2 km/h 149.3 km/h 2.88 (2%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 25.1 s 25.6 s 0.5 (2%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 171.4 km/h 168.0 km/h 3.36 (2%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

DTS vs DTS Specifications

Comfort and Convenience

2008 Cadillac DTS Performance 2009 Cadillac DTS Luxury III
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary audio jack and clockAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary audio jack and clock
Air ConditionningTri-zone auto climate controlDual-zone auto climate control
AntennaWindshield and rear window glass-imprinted antennaWindshield and rear window glass-imprinted antenna
Cargo NetCargo convenience netCargo convenience net
Communication SystemOnStar communication system with 1-year serviceOnStar communication system with 1-year service
Courtesy Dome LightCourtesy light with theater dimmingCourtesy light with theater dimming
Cruise ControlYesYes
Cruise Control (Option)Adaptative cruise controlAdaptive cruise control
Driver Vanity MirrorIlluminated front vanity mirrorsIlluminated front vanity mirrors
Front WipersVariable intermittent windshield wipers, with rainsense and moisture sensitiveRain-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers
Heated Steering WheelHeated steering wheelHeated steering wheel
Illuminated EntryIlluminated entry with fade in/out featureIlluminated entry with fade in/out feature
Multi-CD ChangerIn-dash 6-CD/MP3 changerIn-dash 6-CD/MP3 changer
Navigation System (Option)YesYes
Number of Speakers8 Bose speakers8 Bose speakers
Power Outlet12-volt power outlet12-volt power outlet
Power WindowsPower windows with front auto up/down featurePower windows with front auto up/down feature
Reading LightReading lampsReading lamps
Rear Seat Vanity MirrorsRear-seat vanity mirror (not available with sunroof)Rear-seat vanity mirror
Rear View MirrorAutodimming day/night rear view mirror with compassAutodimming day/night rear view mirror with compass
Remote Keyless EntryYesYes
Remote StarterYesYes
Smoking ConvenienceAshtray and lighterAshtray and lighter
Special FeatureXM satellite radio with 3-month trialXM satellite radio with 12-month trial includes NavTraffic
Special FeaturesTrunk matTrunk mat
Special Features (Option)Upgraded reversible trunk matUpgraded reversible trunk mat
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering wheel, with memory functionPower tilt and telescopic steering wheel with position memory feature
Trunk/Hatch OperationRemote trunk release from inside and key moduleRemote trunk release from inside and key module
Voice Recognition System (Option)YesYes

Dimensions

2008 Cadillac DTS Performance 2009 Cadillac DTS Luxury III
Cargo Capacity532 L532 L
Curb Weight1818 kg1818 kg
Front Headroom973 mm973 mm
Front Legroom1080 mm1080 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity68 L68 L
Height1463 mm1463 mm
Length5273 mm5273 mm
Max Trailer Weight454 kg454 kg
Rear Headroom975 mm975 mm
Rear Legroom1067 mm1067 mm
Wheelbase2936 mm2936 mm
Width1900 mm1900 mm

Exterior Details

2008 Cadillac DTS Performance 2009 Cadillac DTS Luxury III
Cornering LampsYesYes
Exterior Folding MirrorsElectric folding outside mirrorsPower-folding outside mirrors
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color outside mirrorsBody-color outside mirrors
Exterior Mirrors Auto DimmingAutodimming driver's side exterior mirrorAuto-dimming driver's side outside mirror
Front Fog LightsFog lightsFog lights
Grille (Option)Body-color grilleSilver-painted grille
Headlight TypeXenon headlightsXenon headlights with auto-adjusting intensity
Headlights Sensor With Auto OnAutomatic headlightsAutomatic headlights
Heated Exterior MirrorsHeated outside mirrorsHeated outside mirrors
Power Exterior MirrorsPower outside mirrors with integrated turn signal indicatorPower outside mirrors with integrated turn signal indicator
Sunroof (Option)Power glass sunroofPower glass sunroof
Tinted GlassSolar Ray tinted glassSolar Ray tinted glass

Interior Details

2008 Cadillac DTS Performance 2009 Cadillac DTS Luxury III
Door Trim (Option)French seam door panelsLeather door trim with french seams
Driver Info CenterDriver information centerDriver information center
Floor MatsFront and rear floor matsFront and rear floor mats
Floor Mats (Option)Unique floor mats and carpetingUpgraded front and rear floor mats
Front Seats ClimateHeated and climate front seatsClimate front seats
Front Seats Driver LombarFront seats power lumbar supportFront seats power lumbar support
Front Seats Driver MassagingDriver's seat massage functionDriver's seat massage feature
Front Seats Driver Power Seats8-way power front seats8-way power front seats
Front Seats Driver Seat MemoryDriver's seat and exterior mirrors position memory2-position memory feature for driver's seat and outside mirrors
Front Seats Front Seat TypeFront bucket seatsFront bucket seats
Front Seats Passenger LombarFront passenger-side lumbar supportFront passenger-side lumbar support
Headliner (Option)Synthetic suede headliner, sun visors and pillarsSynthetic suede headliner
Instrumentation TypeAnalog instrumentationAnalog instrumentation
Luxury Dashboard TrimReal walnut burl interior trimBurl walnut wood interior trim and steering wheel
Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option)Leather and Light Ash Wood dashboard trimLight ash wood interior trim
Rear Center ArmrestRear folding armrestRear folding armrest
Rear Seat HeadrestRear headrests manual up/downPower rear-seat headrests
Rear Seat Pass-ThroughYesYes
Seat TrimLeather seatsLeather seats
Seat Trim (Option)Tehama full leather seatsTuscany semi-analine leather seats
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped steering wheel with wood accentsLeather-wrapped steering wheel with wood trim
Steering Wheel Trim (Option)Leather-wrapped steering wheel with wood and chrome trimLeather-wrapped steering wheel with wood and chrome trim
TachometerYesYes

Mechanical

2008 Cadillac DTS Performance 2009 Cadillac DTS Luxury III
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name4.6L V8 DOHC 32-valve4.6L V8 DOHC 32-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Traction ControlYesYes
Transmission4-speed automatic transmission4-speed automatic transmission

Overview

2008 Cadillac DTS Performance 2009 Cadillac DTS Luxury III
BodySedanSedan
Doors44
Engine4.6L V8 DOHC 32-valve4.6L V8 DOHC 32-valve
Fuel Consumption13.8 (Automatic City)8.7 (Automatic Highway)13.8 (Automatic City)8.7 (Automatic Highway)
Power292 hp @ 6000 rpm275 hp @ 6000 rpm
Seats55
Transmission4-speed automatic transmission4-speed automatic transmission
WarrantiesBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain160000/km, 60/Months Roadside Assistance160000/km, 60/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 72/MonthsBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Emissions130000/km, 96/Months Powertrain160000/km, 60/Months Roadside Assistance160000/km, 60/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 72/Months

Safety

2008 Cadillac DTS Performance 2009 Cadillac DTS Luxury III
Anti-Lock BrakesAnti-lock brakesAnti-lock brakes
Anti-Theft AlarmTheft-deterrent engine immobilizerTheft-deterrent engine immobilizer
Brake AssistBrake assistBrake assist
Brake Type4-wheel disc4-wheel disc
Child Seat AnchorLATCH child seat anchorsLATCH child seat anchors
Child-proof LocksChild security rear door locksChild security rear door locks
Driver AirbagDriver-side front airbagDriver-side front airbag
Front Seat BeltsHeight adjustable, pre-tensionerHeight adjustable, pre-tensioner
Ignition DisableTheft-deterrent engine immobilizerTheft-deterrent engine immobilizer
Lane Departure SystemLane departure warning and blind spot alertBlind sport monitoring system
Parking Distance SensorFront and rear park distance sensorFront and rear park distance sensor
Passenger AirbagPassenger-side front airbagPassenger-side front airbag
Rear AirbagSide-curtain airbagsSide-curtain airbags
Rear Seat BeltsHeight adjustable, center 3-pointHeight adjustable, center 3-point
Side AirbagFront side airbagsFront side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2008 Cadillac DTS Performance 2009 Cadillac DTS Luxury III
Front SuspensionFront independent suspensionFront independent suspension
Front TiresP245/50R18P235/55R17
Power SteeringMagnasteer variable assist rack and pinion steeringMagnasteer variable assist rack and pinion steering
Rear SuspensionRear independent suspensionRear independent suspension
Spare TireCompact spare tireCompact spare tire
Suspension CategorySport with magnetic ride controlLuxury tuning suspension
Suspension Self-LevellingAuto load levelling suspensionAuto load levelling suspension
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemTire pressure monitorTire pressure monitor
Wheel Type18'' chrome alloy wheels17'' chromed alloy wheels
Wheel Type (Option)18'' chrome alloy wheelsUnique 17'' chrome alloy wheels

2008 Cadillac DTS Performance

The 2008 Cadillac DTS Performance is a Front-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 4.6L V8 DOHC 32-valve engine which outputs 292 hp @ 6000 rpm and is paired with 4-speed automatic transmission gearbox. The 2008 Cadillac DTS Performance has cargo capacity of 532 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1818 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2008 Cadillac DTS Performance has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers Front and rear park distance sensor and. 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 pressure monitor It has 18'' chrome alloy 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 Yes. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 319 N.m of torque and a top speed of 244 km/h. The 2008 Cadillac DTS Performance accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.4 seconds and hits quarter mile at 15.1 seconds. Fuel consumption is 13.8 L/100km in the city and 8.7 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 65,800

2009 Cadillac DTS Luxury III

The 2009 Cadillac DTS Luxury III is a Front-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 4.6L V8 DOHC 32-valve engine which outputs 275 hp @ 6000 rpm and is paired with 4-speed automatic transmission gearbox. The 2009 Cadillac DTS Luxury III has cargo capacity of 532 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1818 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2009 Cadillac DTS Luxury III has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers Front and rear park distance sensor and. 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 pressure monitor It has 17'' chromed alloy 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 Yes. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 300 N.m of torque and a top speed of 239 km/h. The 2009 Cadillac DTS Luxury III accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 7.7 seconds and hits quarter mile at 15.4 seconds. Fuel consumption is 13.8 L/100km in the city and 8.7 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 66,390


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