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Cadillac CT6 I (facelift 2019) Blackwing 4.2 V8 (500 Hp) AWD Hydra-Matic
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Cadillac CT6:
The Cadillac CT6 is a full-size luxury car manufactured by Cadillac between 2016 and 2020 over two generations. The first generation CT6 was introduced at the 2015 New York International Auto Show and went on sale in the U. S. in March 2016. It is the first car to adopt the brand's revised naming strategy, as well as the first rear-wheel drive full-size Cadillac sedan since the Fleetwood was discontinued in 1996.
In 2020, the CT6 was discontinued in the United States, to be replaced by the current Cadillac Celestiq liftback sedan....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (facelift 2019) Overview:
Cadillac CT6 (I (facelift 2019)). With 778 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2102 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Blackwing 4.2 V8 (500 Hp) AWD Hydra-Matic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers exhilarating performance with its twin-turbo V8, providing robust acceleration and a commanding presence on the road, making it a true luxury performance contender.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a high-performance V8, fuel economy is a secondary concern, with consumption figures reflecting its substantial power output.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive and elegant exterior design
- • Spacious and comfortable interior, especially for rear passengers
- • Exceptional performance from the Blackwing V8 engines
- • Advanced technology and driver-assistance features
- • Smooth and refined ride quality
Cons:
- • Interior quality and materials can lag behind some German rivals
- • Limited market presence and brand perception compared to competitors
- • Fuel economy for V8 models is significantly high
- • Resale value can be lower than some competitors
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: December, 2016 - 2019).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Cadillac |
| Model: | CT6 |
| Generation: | I (facelift 2019) |
| Modification (Engine): | Blackwing 4.2 V8 (500 Hp) AWD Hydra-Matic |
| Start of production: | January, 2019 |
| End of production: | February, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 500 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 119.3 Hp/l [45mm more] |
| Torque: | 778 Nm @ 3400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LTA More details about the engine LTA |
| Engine displacement: | 4192 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8.5 l |
| Coolant: | 11.2 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 86 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 90.2 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.8:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 16.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.2 kg/Hp, 237.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 2.7 kg/Nm, 370.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2102 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 447 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 73 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5227 mm mm [45mm more] |
| Width: | 1880 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Height: | 1473 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3109 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1610 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1626 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 10 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Wheel rims size | 20 |
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