Your CTS Coupe growls with a 556 horsepower, 6.2liter super-charged V8 that goes from 0-60mph in 3.9 seconds. With 551 lbs/ft or torque, rear-wheel drive, a six speed manual transmission, dual-disc clutch and short-throw shifter, the CTS Coupe is a car designed for the driver in you.

Your ride is further enhanced by Nürburgring-tuned suspension and dual-mode Magnetic Ride Control (MRC) that reacts to the changing demands of the road by either softening or stiffening the ride to maintain maximum performance. Your CTS Coupe is fitted with state-of-the-art Brembo ventilated disc brakes. With six piston calipers up front and four rear-piston calipers, your coupe can stop on a dime.

Sitting two inches lower and an inch wider than the CTS sedan, the lowered center of gravity gives the CTS Coupe that race feel. Flared wheel-arches draw attention to 19 inch alloy wheels and standard high-performance tyres, and the sharp angles of the front and rear windshields gives your Caddy an unrivalled presence.

The angular styling is continued with the interior. Lowering yourself into the soft leather Recaro seats that can be both heated and cooled, you wrap your hands around the thick-leather of the fully-adjustable steering wheel. Wood trim adds that extra touch of class to your dashboard that hosts the latest technology. Your CTS Coupe comes standard with full iPod and Bluetooth integration, USB port, 10-speaker Bose 5.1 surround sound system and optional OnStar eNav navigation system with 8 inch screen that retracts into the top of the dash.

It doesn’t stop there. Automatic windshield wipers, adaptive xenon headlamps, keyless entry, remote ignition, foglamps, auto-dimming rearview mirror and driver memory system are just some of the included luxuries.

Safety hasn’t been sacrificed for grunt. Your CTS Coupe excels in safety with front and side-curtain airbags, rear camera, blind-spot warning system and GM’s OnStar emergency communication system.

All in all, your CTS Coupe is revolutionary in style and an unapologetic leader in power and performance – a driver’s car set to take the road and market by storm.

]]> http://www.driveclassiccadillac.com/index.php/cadillac-cts-v-review/feed/ 0 http://www.driveclassiccadillac.com/index.php/cadillac-xts-safety-features/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cadillac-xts-safety-features http://www.driveclassiccadillac.com/index.php/cadillac-xts-safety-features/#comments Mon, 07 May 2012 16:58:48 +0000 lrodehorst http://www.driveclassiccadillac.com/?p=2457 Spring is a time of new beginnings and what better way to celebrate than with the unveiling of the Cadillac XTS with its full line of innovative, cutting edge safety features. The XTS features a Driver Awareness Package that makes use of a patented Safety Alert Seat and features the use of haptic technology for warning you of potentially hazardous driving situations. Warnings such as the Lane Departure Warning, Side Blind Zone Alert, Forward Collision Alert, Park Assist system and Cross traffic Alert cue drivers by integrating a system of camera sensors, left and right side seat vibrations and an eight-inch LCD screen. Smart features round out a comprehensive safety package that includes Automatic Collision Preparation, Front and Rear Automatic Braking Systems and Adaptive Cruise Control. In addition, when the SRX rolls out in the fall these same advanced technologies will greatly enhance SRX safety.

For two years, the SRX has been a best-seller for Cadillac and now the XTS and SRX will be equipped with significantly enhanced safety packages. SRX safety systems have included side and front -impact airbags, overhead airbags, seatbelt pretensioners, stability control and anti-lock brakes. With the addition of the Driver Awareness Package, both vehicles shine as top picks for combining beauty, luxury and safety.

Both the Cadillac XTS and SRX safety systems will feature a Safety Alert Seat that delivers warning vibrations on either the right or left side if, for instance, you drift from your lane without a turn signal activated. Similarly, hazards presenting themselves ahead or in your side blind zones will trigger a warning. Additional XTS and SRX safety systems include the Park Assist System, which incorporates the use of exterior cameras, seat pulsations and visual aids displayed on an eight-inch LCD screen that alert you to the presence of objects and their nearness when you are backing into a parking space. As this is taking place, the Rear Cross Traffic Alert System has your back, providing vibrations when traffic is approaching from behind.

Innovative XTS and SRX safety features greatly enhance your overall experience. The Safety Alert Seat provides stimulus that can quickly redirect your attention to potential risks while allowing you and your passengers freedom from the clutter of beeping and auditory cues common to contemporary vehicle safety systems. In keeping with a long-standing tradition of luxury, Cadillac’s XTS and SRX safety features make your driving experience to be a pleasure.

The Cadillac ATS comes in four available trims: Base, Luxury, Performance and Premium. Each trim promises to deliver ever-increasing levels of luxury and performance. For example, the Premium trim offers Bose premium sound and satellite navigation as standard. The 2013 ATS features rear-wheel drive on most trims, with all-wheel drive made an available option. Other options for the ATS include lane warning departure, adaptive cruise control, collision sensing brakes, adaptive headlamps and much more.

The 2013 ATS offers three exceptional engine choices, each offering excellent fuel efficiency as well as seamless power delivery. The base ATS receives the new Gen II Ecotec four-cylinder engine with dual overhead cams and variable valve timing. The direct injected 2.5-liter engine gives the 2013 ATS 200 horsepower and 188 pound-feet of torque. The 2013 ATS also features a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder capable of generating 270 horsepower and 260 pound-feet of torque. The 318-horsepower 3.6-liter direct injected V6 is the top-tier engine choice. The turbocharged Ecotec engine takes advantage of an all-new six-speed manual transmission while the other engines make do with a six-speed automatic transmission with optional magnesium paddle shifters.

The ATS also delivers in the handling department thanks to its front MacPherson struts and rear five-link independent suspension. Additional handling improvements come courtesy of the FE2 and FE3 suspension packages, each offering substantial upgrades in tires, brakes and wheels. The FE3 suspension package features the Nurburgring-tested Sport suspension setting. Optional Magnetic Ride Control helps combine absolute cornering control with the smooth and well-mannered ride many expect of a Cadillac.

With the 2013 ATS, Cadillac is serious about claiming a place in the premium compact market currently occupied by Europe’s top vehicles. The 2013 ATS’s combination of crisp and impressive styling, serious performance options and opulent luxury features will definitely draw plenty of attention.

If you are in the market for a classy car that offers comfort and space, the 2013 XTS is a great choice to consider. This model has an impressive appearance with four options of trim from a base level to platinum. The spacious interior provides more leg room than previous models and has enough cargo space to hold 5 or more suitcases.

This 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with the CUE (Cadillac User Experience) infotainment system. The Cadillac OnStar system and a CUE iPad application offered by Cadillac will help you become familiar with the system, which has touch controls and voice recognition. The CUE manages a host of safety features, including Automatic Collision Preparation, climate and audio control, and a rear facing camera that alerts drivers to traffic obstacles or pedestrians near the vehicle.

The 2013 XTS is expected to be available at dealerships this spring. If you are looking for a classy car that will stand the test of time, invest in Cadillac’s 2013 XTS. Whether you are retired, a single professional, or someone needing a safe car for family road trips, you can drive the 2013 Cadillac XTS with confidence.

In the 2013 SRX the major new addition is the introduction of the brand’s new infotainment CUE system, which will be included in Cadillac’s luxury models. Officially known as the Cadillac User Experience, the CUE system is a fully interactive, in-car set up that is unique for every driver. The system allows for the syncing of personal media devices such as smartphones and iPads to the in-cabin technology system to give easier access to personal entertainment options.

The CUE system in the 2013 SRX is easily controlled via a crystal clear touchscreen, which can be controlled with ease. With easy to understand symbols and responsive touchscreen technology, the CUE system means that in car entertainment can be adjusted with minimum distraction while driving. CUE also assists to make the 2013 a safer car with available apps to help avoid accidents and to assist the driver after a crash.

With the addition of the CUE system in the 2013 SRX, Cadillac has given its customers the ability to combine up to 10 media devices into its in-car entertainment system. Once synced up, the information from these devices is condensed and simplified by the CUE system and made readily available. In the 2013 SRX music, directions and other helpful media are just a touch or a verbal request away.

Cadillac’s new CUE system will offer infotainment, navigation and communication technology that will be tailored to owner specific requirements. Although a very high tech concept, it is said to be an easy system to use and understand, so owners do not have to be technical geniuses to get the most out of their in-car systems. It will apparently integrate your existing smartphone and iPod features seamlessly into the car. In doing so it helps you control your entertainment and navigation needs, while minimizing distractions, which can lead to accidents on the road.

The CUE system is controlled via a single 8-inch touchscreen located high on the dash. It has a clear, vibrant LCD screen with a smartphone-like layout that has easy-to-use target icons to make command execution simple. With the system connected to your smartphone, it gives you the ability to answer calls hands free as well as have your text messages read out to you without having to look at your phone.

It has an array of features that assist in improved safety including chiefly a feature that makes it easy to connect to the OnStar suite. Standard for one year with new Cadillacs that possess the CUE system, the OnStar suite provides helpful turn-by-turn navigation, emergency response connection and OnStar RemoteLink mobile. All of these features are easily navigable through the high tech LCD dashboard screen.

The very first of its kind, the CUE system will bring a level of high-tech connectivity never before imagined. All the information stored on your personal devices can be easily transferred to your car and be usable in the safest possible way. It is not only convenient, but safer than dealing with a smartphone while driving. The clear, easy-to-use screen allows you to control your in-car entertainment ad features with ease and the minimum of distraction.

If you would like more information on the Cadillac CUE System or would like to test out the system itself – Please contact us at 440-255-6955.

The Cadillac is the most desirable brand for so many reasons. If you’re in the market for a coupe, then the 2012 Cadillac CTS Coupe is definitely an option for you to consider. This stylish, luxury vehicle comes in six different trims, including in a sedan, a sports wagon and three different CTS-V models. The engine in this Cadillac model varies based on the vehicle. For instance, the base version of the CTS Sedan has a 3.0-liter, V6 engine with 270 HP, while the CTS-V Coupe has a 6.3-liter, V8 with 556 HP under the hood.

Cadillac isn’t the most desirable brand for its cars alone; it’s the most desirable brand for its SUVs, as well. The Escalade has been around for quite some time, and it still beats out its competitors. This ride features the strength and room of an SUV with the luxury that Cadillac is known for. The Escalade is available in 12 different trims ranging from a 2WD to an AWD version that combines the features of the platinum version with the eco-friendly nature of a hybrid.

Being the most desirable brand isn’t an easy job, but Cadillac is finding a way to make this a reality. Whether you want strength and durability or style and comfort, Cadillac has something just right for you.

With a 4-year, or 50,000 mile bumper to bumper limited warranty, the 2012 Cadillac Escalade is covered for the full cost of repairs and towing on warrantied parts. This means for all covered repairs the warranty holder does not have to pay any deductible. All repairs will take place at a licensed Cadillac dealership, using only original model parts. Also included in the 2012 Cadillac Escalade warranty is coverage against sheet metal corrosion. If the car is sold before the warranty expires, the remainder of the coverage passes on to the new owner.

The powertrain itself for the 2012 Cadillac Escalade is covered by a 5-year, or 100,000 mile limited warranty. This means that internal lubricated parts such as cylinder heads, valve covers, oil pumps and gaskets are covered up until the first scheduled maintenance interval. The transmission and all its lubricated parts are also covered under the warranty, as are the drive systems. Parts, however, are only covered for defects caused by inferior materials and workmanship that results in the breakdown.

Repairs to the 2012 Cadillac Escalade that are as a result of misuse, unauthorized alterations and poor maintenance will not be covered. This means that damage caused by using the wrong fluids such as poor standard fuel will void the warranty and the costs of repairs will not be covered.

If the worst happens, and the 2012 Cadillac Escalade breaks down and requires a covered repair, a 5-year or 100,000 mile roadside assistance warranty assures the car gets to a dealership. Owners can call the 24/7 Cadillac helpline to arrange roadside help or free towing to the nearest repair center if they can not get the car up and running. As well as the roadside assistance, a 5-year, or 100,000 mile courtesy transport program is available. This program ensures that for repairs that will take an extended time that either a courtesy car is provided or the costs of car rental are reimbursed.

What Does the Cadillac Warranty Cover?

Now, let us look at the Cadillac warranty, it covers vehicles that were made in the years 2007 and beyond. This is known as the 5 year or 100,000 miles on the powertrain or whichever comes first. This means that you will not be charged a deductible, should you have problems with the engine, transmission, drive wheels or drive shafts within that period of time or number of miles.

The Best Automobile Warranty Protection on the Market

The Cadillac Powertrain Warranty was introduced in order to offer you, the consumer, the best value for your money when purchasing an automobile. Not only does this warranty offer you the option of transferring the warranty should you decide to sell the vehicle before the mileage or time limit has been reached. Let’s face it, the Cadillac Powertrain Warranty gives you the protection you need, at a price you can afford. After all, being the second oldest car manufacturer in the United States, was not built on a promise, Cadillac has been built on dependability and trust.

Making a Wise Choice in an Automobile

If you happen to be thinking about purchasing a new vehicle, there is no reason why you should not choose a Cadillac automobile for your next investment. It will be the best investment that you will make in a vehicle purchase.

Quality is readily visible in a quick glance, and if all you see is a quick glance of the Cadillac XTS, you’ll be a believer. Cadillac left no detail unconsidered in designing the exterior and interior of the XTS, so much so that although it is a sedan, it manages to evoke the image of a sports car. Clean lines wrap the car’s exterior with the distinctive Cadillac emblem fixed proudly in the attractive center grille.

The Cadillac XTS interior sports exotic wood and brushed metal finishes beginning in the center console and wrapping around the dashboard into the door panels in a picturesque wingtip design. Purchasers will be able to choose from five different color themes within four trim levels for the leather wrapped seats and suede headliner (which will only be available on the Platinum trim package).

Technology And Safety

Cadillac says that the Cadillac XTS is the “perfect balance between agility and composure”, and the technologies riding under the hood of the XTS should give any driver confidence in that statement. Powered by a direct-injection 3.6L V6 engine, the Cadillac XTS has power and fuel economy, with an EPA estimated 17 mpg city / 28 mpg highway. Magnetic ride shocks cushion the impact of nearly any likely road condition while high-performance Brembo brakes help guard against collisions with a collision warning system with autobraking capability.

The Cadillac XTS provides ten interior airbags. An 8-inch LCD touchscreen is the centerpiece of the console, understanding tap, flick, and swipe commands and responding with a “pulse” so that drivers know commands have been understood. This is Cadillac’s Customer User Experience, or CUE, interface, designed to make driving intuitive and entertaining, showing that the Cadillac XTS is on the cutting edge of technology inside and out.

The 2013 Cadillac XTS will be available in dealerships this fall, and any car buyer considering a full size sedan should have this car on their list.

For more information about purchasing a new Cadillac, contact us at DriveClassic.com. We look forward to helping you pick out your next vehicle.