Cadillac CTS was introduced in 2002 as a sports Sedan with the purpose of replacing the badge engineered Cadillac Catera. It is basically a mid-size car available in three different styles- Coupe, Sedan and the Sports Wagon. After being featured in Matrix Reloaded, a sci-fi movie, the CTS gained considerable popularity. The CTS was one of the nominees for the North American Car of the Year award for 2002. The 2012 Cadillac CTS, assembled in Lansing, Michigan is gearing up for its market release, updated with splendid new features to make heads turn. Visual changes are primarily the front fascia with the new shield-shaped front grille, along with an more current version of Cadillac’s Wreath & Crest logo, which has been improvised upon with sharper colors to give it a three dimensional new look.
The 2012 Cadillac CTS is brimming with striking new additions to the standard features. It has cruise control, is fitted with air conditioning system and also has bucket seats in front with leather covered seats that make riding a real comfort. In addition there are tilt wheel, fog lamps, traction control, power window, power mirrors and a reliable anti-theft system. It also boasts of electric rear window defrosters, power locks, colored glass, and also remote operated keyless entry to give you the ultimate feel of owning a really modern automobile. How cool is that?
There are other great features that make the car a wise choice. Pamper yourself with 8 Bose speakers and the XM Satellite Radio. The car has P225/50R17 tires, 17-inch aluminum wheels, and speed-sensitive power steering and also performance brake linings. The rear seats are split folding to add to the comfort. Other exciting features that come with the 2012 Cadillac CTS are HID headlamps, digital signal processing, StabiliTrak electronic stability control, Sport suspension, DVD based navigation, RDS, AM/FM with 6-disc CD changer. Some other modifications to the old design include larger intake valves and better intake port styling. The engine weight has also been decreased considerably in the new form. That’s quite a mouthful to say, isn’t it?
The 2012 Cadillac CTS is fitted with 3.6-liter dohc 24v V6 engine that can churn out 252 lb-feet of torque at 3200 RPM and 255 horsepower at 6200 RPM. The engine itself is powered with a 6 speed manual transmission system. This invariably brings in the clause of high mileage. It serves at 17 miles per gallon in the streets and manages a decent 27 miles per gallon on highways. Now that’s what we call proper fuel economy! The car comes with a warrantee of four years or 50000 miles, speaking volumes for the makers’ confidence in this vehicle. The car also comes with a Touring Package. The first installments of the new models are due towards the end of summer. So what are you waiting for? Go book yourself a Cadillac CTS.
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