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Specs & Performance (according to Edmunds)
| Vehicle |
| Model year |
2008 |
| Make |
Cadillac |
| Model |
CTS |
| Style |
4dr Sedan (3.6L 6cyl 6A) |
| Base MSRP |
$35,290 |
| As-tested MSRP |
$44,715 |
| Drivetrain |
| Drive type |
Rear-wheel drive |
| Engine type |
Direct-injection V6 |
| Displacement (cc/cu-in) |
3564 (217) |
| Block/head material |
Aluminum/aluminum |
| Horsepower (hp @ rpm) |
304 @ 6,400 |
| Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) |
273 @ 5,200 |
| Transmission type |
6-speed automatic |
| Chassis |
| Suspension, front |
Independent, double wishbones, coil springs
and stabilizer bar |
| Suspension, rear |
Independent, multilink, coil springs and
stabilizer bar |
| Steering type |
Speed-proportional power steering |
| Tire brand |
Michelin |
| Tire model |
Pilot Sport PS2 |
| Tire size, front |
235/55ZR18 97Y |
| Tire size, rear |
235/55ZR18 97Y |
| Brakes, front |
Ventilated disc |
| Brakes, rear |
Ventilated disc |
| Track Test Results |
| 0-45 mph (sec.) |
4.2 |
| 0-60 mph (sec.) |
6.5 |
| 0-75 mph (sec.) |
9.7 |
| 1/4-mile (sec. @ mph) |
14.9 @ 94.6 |
| Braking, 30-0 mph (ft.) |
28 |
| 60-0 mph (ft.) |
109 |
| Slalom, 6 x 100 ft. (mph) |
67 |
| Skid pad, 200-ft. diameter (lateral g) |
0.85 |
| Sound level @ idle (dB) |
43.3 |
| @ Full throttle (dB) |
82.9 |
| @ 70 mph cruise (dB) |
67.5 |
| Test Driver Ratings & Comments |
| Acceleration comments |
With traction control disabled, the
grippy tires don't allow for an optimal launch
because after initially spinning, they lock to
the pavement and the car bogs off the line.
Also, there's a slight dip in torque (between
3,000 and 4,000 rpm) right when the tires hook
up, further hampering attempted wheelspin.
Otherwise, the sport-shift mode on the six-speed
automatic supplies quick yet smooth upshifts
right at redline. Acceleration feels brisk, but
not what I'd call outstanding. |
| Braking rating |
Excellent |
| Braking comments |
Outstanding brake feel and power. The
nose dips a bit, but the rapid-cycle ABS
maintains uniform forward pitch until full-stop.
This is where the sticky tires begin to show
their value. Also, the optional brakes show
amazing fade resistance, with improved
performance from the first to the last of five
consecutive runs. |
| Handling rating |
Excellent |
| Handling comments |
The CTS with the FE-3 suspension and
summer tire package is simple to balance on the
edge of grip, with absolutely zero steering
correction required on the skid pad. Impressive
grip with a slight tendency for understeer.
Pushed beyond this, the car understeers heavily
and doesn't have enough torque to break the rear
tires loose for power oversteer. In the slalom,
impressive grip and quick, precise steering are
the predominant values. Its quick turn-in is
followed closely by the rear end that tracks
obediently. Only with sloppy throttle work or
steering overcorrection does the rear begin to
step out. Smoothness is rewarded rather than
aggression. While I appreciate the low-friction
(non-German) steering feel, it could stand to be
a bit more communicative as well. |
| Testing Conditions |
| Elevation (ft.) |
421 |
| Temperature (°F) |
76.6 |
| Wind (mph, direction) |
2.6 NE |
| Fuel Consumption |
| EPA fuel economy (mpg) |
17 city/26 highway |
| Edmunds observed (mpg) |
18 combined (23 best, 16 worst) |
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