Especificaciones y análisis del Cadillac BLS
Power
179HP
Torque
370Nm
Consumption
7.3l/100
Emissions
197g/km
0-100 km/h
9.4s
Top Speed
215km/h
Weight
-kg
Price
40,190€
Technical summary
Gasóleo
Automático 6v
FWD
5 / 4 doors
425 L
58 L
132 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Cadillac BLS 1.9D 180cv Sport Aut. 6 vel. (2008-2009)
General description
The Cadillac BLS was the American brand's bold attempt to conquer the heart of Europe. A sedan that wore the unmistakable Cadillac suit, with its sharp lines and stately presence, but which hid under the skin an engineering designed for the old continent. A car that left no one indifferent, a statement of intent on wheels that sought to merge two worlds.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the BLS 1.9D is to feel an unexpected force. Its 179 horsepower and, above all, its 370 Nm of torque from very low revs, push you decisively thanks to a diesel engine full of character. The 6-speed automatic gearbox manages the power smoothly, creating a driving experience more focused on comfort and long journeys than on pure sportiness, although its European-origin chassis gives it a poise and cornering security that surprise and inspire confidence.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is pure American drama. The front, with its chrome grille and vertical headlights, screams 'Cadillac' from afar. It is a car with an overwhelming personality, with tense and angular lines that break with the sobriety of its German rivals. Inside, a classic luxury atmosphere is perceived, with materials that sought opulence, although the passage of time reveals its connection with more mainstream GM models. It is a welcoming cabin, a different space.
Technology and features
For its time, the BLS offered solid technology. The heart of the car, its common-rail direct-injection diesel engine with a variable turbo, was a piece of modern engineering. Combined with a six-speed automatic transmission, it sought a balance between performance and efficiency. The comfort and safety equipment was up to what was expected in a premium car, although its infotainment system reminds us that more than a decade has passed since its launch.
Competition
The BLS entered hostile territory, dominated by German titans like the BMW 3 Series, the Audi A4, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Its proposal was different, more exotic. It also competed with other models of great personality such as the Alfa Romeo 159, the Volvo S60, or even its first cousin, the Saab 9-3, with which it shared a platform and soul.
Conclusion
The Cadillac BLS is more than a car; it is a piece of automotive history. A brave cross-pollination of cultures that did not achieve the expected commercial success, but which today stands as a fascinating option for those seeking exclusivity, a design that breaks the mold, and the comfort of a well-made sedan. Driving it is a nostalgic and rewarding experience, a reminder that sometimes, the road less traveled is the most interesting.