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Cadillac CTS II Sport Wagon 3.0 V6 (273 Hp) AWD 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)
II Sport Wagon Overview:
Cadillac CTS (II Sport Wagon). With 302 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1905 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A car with an extended rear cargo area, combining passenger comfort with increased storage. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0 V6 (273 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers a balanced blend of power and refinement, suitable for daily driving and light touring. AWD provides confident traction in varied conditions.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption is moderate for an AWD V6 luxury wagon, but not class-leading compared to more modern rivals.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive and bold styling
- • Powerful engine options, especially the supercharged V-series
- • Spacious and practical interior for a sport wagon
- • Comfortable and refined ride quality
- • High-quality interior materials and craftsmanship
Cons:
- • Fuel economy can be high on performance trims
- • Limited rear visibility due to design
- • Infotainment system can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Not as agile as some European competitors (non-V models)
- • Lack of Euro NCAP safety rating
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 2008 - 2013).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Cadillac |
| Model: | CTS |
| Generation: | II Sport Wagon |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 V6 (273 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Station wagon (estate) |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 273 Hp @ 7000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 91.2 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 302 Nm @ 5700 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LF1 [Same engine] More details about the engine LF1 |
| Engine displacement: | 2994 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC-VVT |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 10.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.7:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 7200 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 11.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7 kg/Hp, 143.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.3 kg/Nm, 158.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1905 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1642 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 720 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 68 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 454 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4878 mm mm [12mm more] |
| Width: | 1842 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1473 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2880 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1570-1576 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1581-1586 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.1 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Hydra-Matic |
| 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) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 235/55 R17; 235/50 R18; 245/45 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 8J x 17; 8.5J x 18; 8.5J x 19 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link spring suspension with stabilizer |
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