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After 17 years in production and three generations, the CTS has been retired from the Cadillac lineup. The final example of the breed – manufactured for the 2019 model year – features a VIN ending in K0148662.
Cadillac Society reports the Lansing Grand River assembly plant in Michigan finished the vehicle in Black Raven, a glossy paint which complements the sharp lines of the mid-sized sedan rather nicely. The CT5 prepares to enter production there for the 2020 model year, along with the CT4.
Both models share the GM Alpha 2 vehicle architecture, an evolution of the GM Alpha utilized by the ATS, CTS, and Chevrolet Camaro. Developed for rear- and all-wheel-drive applications, this platform is capable of taking various engine options ranging from a 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo to the Cadillac-exclusive Blackwing V8 and small-block V8 of the Camaro.
Turning our attention back to the CTS, the nomenclature was introduced for the 2003 model year on the Sigma platform. A 3.2-liter powerplant with six cylinders and 220 horsepower was offered in the beginning, then replaced by 3.6- and 2.8-liter engines. The CTS-V followed in 2004, packing the LS6 small-block engine with 400 ponies and 395 torques.
The LS6 was also found in the engine bay of the Corvette Z06, sharing its architecture with the LS1. In terms of suck-squeeze-bang-blow, the magnum opus of the CTS-V lineage is the third generation. General Motors once again made a case for the engine from the Corvette Z06, packing 640 horsepower and 630 pound-feet of torque on this occasion.
Given these numbers, the CT5-V is a disappointment in the making. Cadillac did mention a hotter version is coming, and with a bit of luck, the twin-turbo V6 will be replaced by a twin-turbo V8. In all likelihood, a de-tuned Blackwing engine from the CT6-V will be the culprit.
The CTS continues to be listed on the automaker’s U.S. website, starting at $46,995 excluding destination charge. Customers who prefer all-wheel drive can opt for this feature for an additional $2,000.
Both models share the GM Alpha 2 vehicle architecture, an evolution of the GM Alpha utilized by the ATS, CTS, and Chevrolet Camaro. Developed for rear- and all-wheel-drive applications, this platform is capable of taking various engine options ranging from a 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo to the Cadillac-exclusive Blackwing V8 and small-block V8 of the Camaro.
Turning our attention back to the CTS, the nomenclature was introduced for the 2003 model year on the Sigma platform. A 3.2-liter powerplant with six cylinders and 220 horsepower was offered in the beginning, then replaced by 3.6- and 2.8-liter engines. The CTS-V followed in 2004, packing the LS6 small-block engine with 400 ponies and 395 torques.
The LS6 was also found in the engine bay of the Corvette Z06, sharing its architecture with the LS1. In terms of suck-squeeze-bang-blow, the magnum opus of the CTS-V lineage is the third generation. General Motors once again made a case for the engine from the Corvette Z06, packing 640 horsepower and 630 pound-feet of torque on this occasion.
Given these numbers, the CT5-V is a disappointment in the making. Cadillac did mention a hotter version is coming, and with a bit of luck, the twin-turbo V6 will be replaced by a twin-turbo V8. In all likelihood, a de-tuned Blackwing engine from the CT6-V will be the culprit.
The CTS continues to be listed on the automaker’s U.S. website, starting at $46,995 excluding destination charge. Customers who prefer all-wheel drive can opt for this feature for an additional $2,000.
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