2017 Cadillac CTS V
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2012 Cadillac CTS V Base

2017 Cadillac CTS  V

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2012 Cadillac CTS V Base
2017 Cadillac CTS V 2012 Cadillac CTS V Base Difference
Name V Base
Price $ 92,700 $ 72,990
Body Sedan Sedan
Doors 4 Doors 4 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 6.2L V8 Supercharged OHV 32-valve 6.2L V8 Supercharged OHV 32-valve
Power 640 hp @ 6400 rpm 556 hp @ 6100 rpm
Number of Seats 5 Seats 5 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 8-speed automatic transmission with manual mode 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode
Cargo Space 388.0 L 385.0 L 3 (1%)
Maximum Cargo Space 388.0 L 385.0 L 3 (1%)
Wheel Type 19-inch aluminum wheels 19'' aluminium wheels
Series CTS III CTS II Sport Wagon
Drivetrain Rear-wheel drive Rear-wheel drive
Horsepower 640 HP 556 HP 84 (13%)
Torque 700 N.m 608 N.m 92 (13%)
Top Speed 317 km/h 302 km/h 15 (5%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 3.5 s 4.1 s 0.6 (17%)
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline) Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption (City) 16.5 L/100km 17.7 L/100km 1.2 (7%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 11.1 L/100km 10.7 L/100km 0.4 (4%)
Gear Type auto auto
Weight 1,640 KG 1,765 KG
Brand Cadillac Cadillac
Model CTS CTS
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 11.1 s 11.9 s 0.8 (7%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 207.7 km/h 193.4 km/h 14.24 (7%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 18.4 s 19.7 s 1.3 (7%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 233.8 km/h 217.6 km/h 16.16 (7%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

CTS III vs CTS II Sport Wagon Specifications

Comfort and Convenience

2017 Cadillac CTS V 2012 Cadillac CTS V Base
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM/RDS stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with RDS and auxiliary audio jack
Air ConditionningDual-zone automatic climate controlDual-zone automatic air conditioning
AntennaWindow grid-antenna/diversity antennaWindow grid antenna/Diversity antenna
Cargo NetYesYes
Communication SystemOnStar communication system with turn-by-turn navigation and 1-year serviceOnStar communication system with turn-by-turn navigation and 1-year service
Courtesy Dome LightCourtesy lights with fade-out/LED accent lightingCourtesy lights with fade-out
Cruise ControlYesYes
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver-side illuminated vanity mirrorDriver-side illuminated vanity mirror
Front WipersRainsense variable intermittent windshield wipersRain-sensing variable intermittent wipers
Garage Door OpenerGarage door openerGarage door opener
Graphic EqualizerAutomatic equalizerAutomatic equalizer/Speed compensated volume control
Illuminated EntryYesYes
Interior Air FilterAir filterAir filter
Navigation SystemYesNavigation system/LCD monitor
Number of Speakers13 Bose speakers10 Bose speakers/Amplifier
Passenger Vanity MirrorFront passenger-side illuminated vanity mirrorFront passenger-side illuminated vanity mirror
Power Door LocksYesYes
Power Outlet2 12-volt power outlets3 12-volt power outlets
Power WindowsPower windows with one-touch up/down featurePower windows with front auto up/down feature
Reading LightFront and rear map lightsFront and rear map lights
Rear HeatingRear heater ductsUnderseat ventilation ducts
Rear View MirrorAuto-dimming rear view mirrorAuto dimming rear view mirror
Remote Audio ControlsSteering wheel-mounted audio controlsSteering wheel-mounted audio controls
Remote Keyless EntryYesYes
Single CDCD playerCD/MP3 player
Steering Wheel AdjustmentPower tilt and telescopic steering wheel with memoryTilt steering wheel
Trunk LightCargo lightCargo light
Trunk/Hatch OperationRemote trunk hatch releaseRemote trunk release
Voice Recognition SystemYesYes

Dimensions

2017 Cadillac CTS V 2012 Cadillac CTS V Base
Cargo Capacity388 L385 L
Curb Weight1878 kg1915 kg
Front Headroom1025 mm986 mm
Front Legroom1161 mm1078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity72 L68 L
Height1453 mm1474 mm
Length5019 mm4866 mm
Rear Headroom953 mm945 mm
Rear Legroom899 mm916 mm
Wheelbase2911 mm2880 mm
Width1834 mm1842 mm

Exterior Details

2017 Cadillac CTS V 2012 Cadillac CTS V Base
Bumper ColourBody-color bumpersBody-color bumpers
Driving LightsDaytime running lightsDaytime Running lights
GrilleBlack grille with chrome trimChrome grille
Headlight TypeHigh intensity discharge headlampsHigh intensity discharge headlights
Headlights Auto OffDelay-off headlightsDelay-off headlights
Heated Exterior MirrorsYesYes
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors
Rear Window DefrosterYesYes
Sunroof (Option)UltraView power sunroofUltraView Double Sized Power Sunroof
Tinted GlassTinted glass - lightYes

Interior Details

2017 Cadillac CTS V 2012 Cadillac CTS V Base
ClockAnalog clockAnalog clock
CompassYesYes
Door TrimLeatherette door trimLeatherette door trim
Driver Info CenterDriver information centerDriver information center
Floor ConsoleYesYes
Floor CoveringCarpet floor coveringCarpet floor covering
Floor MatsFront and rear floor matsFront and rear carpeted floor mats
Folding Rear Seats60/40-split folding rear bench seat60/40-split folding rear bench seat
Front Center ArmrestYesYes
Front Seats Driver Lombar4-way power driver lumbar supportDriver's seat lumbar support
Front Seats Driver Power Seats20-way power driver's seat8 way power driver seat
Front Seats Driver Seat MemoryPosition memory feature for driver's seatPosition memory feature for driver's seat
Front Seats Front Seat Back StorageFront seatback storageFront seatback map pocket
Front Seats Front Seat TypeFront bucket seatsFront bucket seats
Front Seats Front Seat Type (Option)Recaro performance seatsRecaro sport front seats
Front Seats HeatedHeated front seatsHeated front seats
Front Seats Passenger Lombar4-way power front passenger lumbar supportFront passenger's seat lumbar support
Front Seats Passenger Power Seats20-way power front passenger seat8-way power front passenger seat
HeadlinerSimulated suede headlinerCloth headliner
Instrumentation Type12.3-inch colour reconfigurable gauge clusterAnalog instrumentation
Low Fuel WarningYesYes
Luxury Dashboard TrimCarbon fibre interior trimPiano black interior trim
Luxury Dashboard Trim (Option)Morello carbon fibre interior trim kitMidnight Sapele Wood Trim Package
Maintenance Interval ReminderMaintenance reminder systemMaintenance reminder system
Number of Cup HoldersFront and rear cup holdersFront and rear cupholders
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Seat TrimSimulated suede/leather seatsSuede and leather seats
Shifter Knob TrimLeather wrapped shift knobLeather wrapped shift knob
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped steering wheelLeather-wrapped steering wheel
Steering Wheel Trim (Option)Sueded microfibre rim steering wheelSuede Steering Wheel
TachometerYesYes
Trip ComputerYesYes
Water Temperature GaugeYesYes

Mechanical

2017 Cadillac CTS V 2012 Cadillac CTS V Base
Drive TrainRear-wheel driveRear-wheel drive
Engine Name6.2L V8 Supercharged OHV 32-valve6.2L V8 Supercharged OHV 32-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Start buttonYesYes
Traction ControlYesYes
Transmission8-speed automatic transmission with manual mode6-speed manual transmission

Overview

2017 Cadillac CTS V 2012 Cadillac CTS V Base
BodySedanSedan
Doors44
Engine6.2L V8 Supercharged OHV 32-valve6.2L V8 Supercharged OHV 32-valve
Fuel Consumption16.5 (Automatic City)11.1 (Automatic Highway)17.7 (Automatic City)10.7 (Automatic Highway)14.9 (Manual City)10.5 (Manual Highway)
Power640 hp @ 6400 rpm556 hp @ 6100 rpm
Seats55
Transmission8-speed automatic transmission with manual mode6-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/MonthsBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain160000/km, 60/Months Roadside Assistance160000/km, 60/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 72/Months

Safety

2017 Cadillac CTS V 2012 Cadillac CTS V Base
Anti-Lock Brakes4-wheel ABS4 wheel ABS brakes
Anti-Theft AlarmSelf-powered shielded theft-deterrent alarm systemTheft-deterrent alarm system
Brake AssistAdaptive with hold functionBrake assist
Brake Type4-wheel disc4-wheel disc
Child-proof LocksChild security rear door locksRear-door child safety locks
Driver AirbagDriver side front airbagDriver side front airbag
First Aid KitFirst aid kitHighway Safety Kit
Front Seat Beltspre-tensionerRegular
Ignition DisableEngine immobilizerEngine immobilizer
Panic AlarmPanic alarmPanic alarm
Parking Distance SensorParking assistParking assist
Passenger AirbagPassenger side front airbagPassenger side front airbag
Roof Side CurtainFront and rear side head curtain airbagsFront and rear side head curtain airbags
Side AirbagFront side airbagsFront side airbags
Stolen Vehicle RecoveryStolen vehicle trackingStolen Vehicle Recovery

Suspension and Steering

2017 Cadillac CTS V 2012 Cadillac CTS V Base
Active SuspensionMagnetic ride control suspensionAdaptive suspension
Front Anti-Roll BarYesYes
Front SuspensionFront independent suspensionFront independent suspension
Front TiresP265/35R19 front tiresP255/40WR19
Power SteeringSpeed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steeringSpeed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering
Rear Anti-Roll BarYesYes
Rear SuspensionRear independent suspensionRear independent suspension
Rear TiresP295/30R19 rear tiresP285/35WR19 rear tires
Suspension CategorySport suspensionSport suspension
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemTire low-pressure warning systemTire low-pressure warning system
Turning Circle11.3-meter turning circle diameter11.5-meter turning circle diameter
Wheel Type19-inch aluminum wheels19'' aluminium wheels
Wheel Type (Option)19 x 9.5-inch front and 19 x 10-inch rear wheels19'' Satin Graphite alloy wheels

2017 Cadillac CTS V

The 2017 Cadillac CTS V is a Rear-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 6.2L V8 Supercharged OHV 32-valve engine which outputs 640 hp @ 6400 rpm and is paired with 8-speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2017 Cadillac CTS V has cargo capacity of 388 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1878 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2017 Cadillac CTS V 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 19-inch 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 700 N.m of torque and a top speed of 317 km/h. The 2017 Cadillac CTS V accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds and hits quarter mile at 11.1 seconds. Fuel consumption is 16.5 L/100km in the city and 11.1 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 92,700

2012 Cadillac CTS V Base

The 2012 Cadillac CTS V Base is a Rear-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 6.2L V8 Supercharged OHV 32-valve engine which outputs 556 hp @ 6100 rpm and is paired with 6-speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2012 Cadillac CTS V Base has cargo capacity of 385 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1915 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2012 Cadillac CTS V Base 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. 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 19'' aluminium 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. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 608 N.m of torque and a top speed of 302 km/h. The 2012 Cadillac CTS V Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 4.1 seconds and hits quarter mile at 11.9 seconds. Fuel consumption is 17.7 L/100km in the city and 10.7 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 72,990


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