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Cadillac CTS I 3.6i V6 24V (258 Hp) Automatic
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Cadillac CTS:
The Cadillac CTS is a luxury car, manufactured and marketed by General Motors from 2003 until 2019 across three generations.
Initially available as a 4-door sedan using the GM Sigma platform, GM offered the second generation CTS in 4-door sedan, 2-door coupe, and 5-door sport wagon, and the third generation as a sedan, using a stretched version of the GM Alpha platform. High performance sedan variants were offered for each generation, as the CTS-V—with wagon and coupe variants offered for the second generation....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Cadillac CTS (I). With 346 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1722 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7 s). The top speed reaches 240 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Cadillac CTS I was not tested by Euro NCAP. However, it performed reasonably well in contemporary US safety tests (NHTSA, IIHS) for its era, offering a solid safety package for its market.
3.6i V6 24V (258 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Combines the strong performance of the 3.6L V6 with the convenience of an automatic transmission, offering smooth and responsive power delivery for effortless cruising and confident overtaking.
Fuel Economy
Expected to have similar fuel economy to the manual 3.6i, providing a good balance for its power output, though not class-leading.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive 'Art and Science' styling stands out
- • Excellent performance from V-series models
- • Comfortable ride quality (non-V models)
- • Rear-wheel-drive dynamics offer engaging handling
- • Good value on the used car market
- • Spacious interior for front occupants
Cons:
- • Interior quality and materials can lag behind German rivals
- • Fuel economy is generally poor, especially on V8 models
- • Some reported reliability issues with electronics and minor components
- • Limited rear legroom compared to some competitors
- • Steering feel can be numb on non-V models
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Cadillac |
| Model: | CTS |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.6i V6 24V (258 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2007 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 258 Hp @ 6200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 72.4 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 346 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LY7 |
| Engine displacement: | 3564 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 11.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 94 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 85.6 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 16.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 240 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.7 kg/Hp, 149.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5 kg/Nm, 200.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1722 |
| Max. weight: | 2160 |
| Max load: | 438 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 430 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 360 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4828 mm mm |
| Width: | 1793 mm mm |
| Height: | 1440 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2880 mm mm |
| Front track: | 1524 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1524 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 225/50 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
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