Especificaciones y análisis del Cadillac BLS
Power
209HP
Torque
300Nm
Consumption
9.1l/100
Emissions
218g/km
0-100 km/h
8.8s
Top Speed
230km/h
Weight
-kg
Price
38,060€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 5v
FWD
5 / 4 doors
425 L
58 L
154 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Cadillac BLS 2.0T 210cv Elegance Aut. (2008-2009)
General description
The Cadillac BLS was the legendary American brand's bold attempt to conquer the heart of Europe. A sedan that merges Cadillac's unmistakable sharp design with a Swedish-origin platform, seeking to offer a unique and differentiating experience in a segment dominated by German sobriety. It's a car that doesn't ask for permission, arriving with the promise of American luxury and character in a format adapted to the old continent.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the BLS 2.0T is to feel a fascinating duality. The 209-horsepower turbo engine pushes with a smooth and progressive force, a torrent of power that pins you to the seat without harshness, accompanied by the whistle of the turbo. The 5-speed automatic transmission manages power with a logic more oriented towards comfort than pure sportiness, inviting long highway journeys. Its chassis, of European heritage, gives it a surprising poise and agility for a Cadillac, without sacrificing that on-the-asphalt cruising sensation expected from the brand.
Design and aesthetics
Visually, the BLS is pure drama and emotion. Its straight, angular lines, a legacy of Cadillac's 'Art & Science' design language, cut through the air and catch eyes as it passes. It's impossible to mistake it for another car. However, upon opening the door, that magic partially dissolves. The interior, though well-equipped and spacious, cannot hide its shared origins within General Motors, with plastics and controls that don't convey the same sense of handcrafted luxury that its exterior promises. It's a contrast that defines its character: a spectacular facade with a functional but less inspiring interior.
Technology and features
For its time, the BLS offered a decent technological package, focused on comfort and safety. It featured elements like climate control, a quality sound system, and the essential stability and traction controls. The technological heart is its turbocharged engine, a piece of engineering that offered remarkable performance. However, the multifunction screens and driving aids that were becoming popular in its direct rivals are missing, reminding us that its technological base belongs to the mid-2000s.
Competition
The Cadillac BLS entered hostile territory, dominated by the German titans: the BMW 3 Series, the Audi A4, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Each of them offered a near-perfect execution of the premium sedan, with very consolidated build quality and brand image. The BLS played in another league, that of exclusivity and distinctive design, competing more directly with alternatives like the Saab 9-3 (with which it shared a platform), the Volvo S60, or the Lexus IS. Its main argument was not to be better, but to be unmistakably different.
Conclusion
The Cadillac BLS is a car for the heart, not the head. It's a statement of intent, a choice for those who value exclusivity and design over the millimeter-perfect precision of its rivals. It offers a powerful and comfortable driving experience, wrapped in a body that leaves no one indifferent. Despite an interior that doesn't live up to its spectacular exterior and high fuel consumption, the BLS is a future classic, a car with a unique soul that represents a fascinating and brave chapter in Cadillac's history in Europe.