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Cadillac CTS I 2.8i V6 24V (215 Hp) Automatic
Overall Rating
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 262 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1705 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.4 s). The top speed reaches 225 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.
2.8i V6 24V (215 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Similar to its manual counterpart, this automatic variant offers adequate power for everyday use. The automatic transmission slightly dulls acceleration compared to the manual.
Fuel Economy
Fuel efficiency is likely similar to the manual 2.8i, with the automatic potentially adding a slight increase in consumption, especially in stop-and-go traffic.
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): | 2.8i V6 24V (215 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2003 |
| End of production: | 2007 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 215 Hp @ 7000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 77 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 262 Nm @ 3300 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | LP1 |
| Engine displacement: | 2792 |
| 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 |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 10 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 89 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 74.8 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 17 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.4 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.4 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 225 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.9 kg/Hp, 126.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 153.7 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1705 |
| Max. weight: | 2160 |
| Max load: | 455 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 430 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 360 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4828 mm mm |
| Width: | 1795 mm mm |
| Height: | 1441 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 | 225/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Transverse stabilizer |
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