Especificaciones y análisis del Cadillac BLS
Power
179HP
Torque
370Nm
Consumption
7.3l/100
Emissions
179g/km
0-100 km/h
9.4s
Top Speed
215km/h
Weight
-kg
Price
37,250€
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 Business Aut. 6 vel. (2008-2010)
General description
The Cadillac BLS represented the bold landing of American opulence in the competitive European premium sedan segment. Born from a platform shared with the Saab 9-3, this car attempted to dress Swedish engineering in the unmistakable suit of Detroit's elegance and audacity, creating a unique and characterful proposition.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the BLS feels like a tireless road cruiser. The 1.9-liter, 179-horsepower diesel engine pushes with forceful strength from low revs, delivering torque that pins you to the seat and makes overtaking a mere formality. The six-speed automatic transmission manages this power smoothly, prioritizing comfort over sportiness. It's not the most agile in tight corners, but its poise on the highway conveys a sense of security and command that is captivating on long trips.
Design and aesthetics
Visually, the BLS is pure Cadillac. Its sharp, angular lines, cut with the precision of a diamond, and its vertical headlights and taillights, are a statement of intent that breaks with European sobriety. It radiates an imposing presence. Inside, it aims for luxury with wood and leather inserts, although some plastics betray its shared origin and do not reach the exquisiteness of its German rivals. It's a car that doesn't ask for permission; it simply arrives and makes itself known.
Technology and features
For its time, the BLS offered decent equipment, focused on traditional comfort. It featured elements like a quality sound system and climate control, but it did not aim to be a technological pioneer. Its greatest technical virtue lay in the pleasant synergy between the powerful diesel engine and a well-tuned automatic gearbox, a combination that guaranteed a capable and relaxed performance without the need for electronic boasts.
Competition
This Cadillac entered the arena to fight against established titans like the BMW 3 Series, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, and the Audi A4. Its approach was different: it offered an exotic alternative with a strong American personality against Teutonic perfection and refinement. It also competed with the Volvo S60 and, paradoxically, with its platform sibling, the Saab 9-3, from which it inherited much of its soul.
Conclusion
The Cadillac BLS was an American dream on European soil; a sedan with a polarizing design and a powerful, capable diesel heart. Although it failed to dethrone the kings of the segment due to its interior quality and refinement, it left its mark as a different and brave option. Today, it is a choice for those who seek exclusivity, comfort on long journeys, and the pleasure of driving something out of the ordinary, a piece of America with a European passport.