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
40,260€
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 Sport Aut. (2008-2009)
General description
The Cadillac BLS represented the iconic American brand's bold attempt to conquer the heart of the competitive European premium sedan market. Launched in 2006, this model was not a purebred Cadillac, but a fascinating symbiosis: the soul of a Saab 9-3 dressed in the sharp, distinctive suit of Detroit. A proposition that promised American luxury with the engineering and driving feel of the old continent, seeking a place among established giants.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the BLS 2.0T is pure contained emotion. The 209-horsepower turbo engine pushes with an addictive force from low revs, delivering its 300 Nm of torque in a linear and full manner. You feel the car gain speed with astonishing ease, accompanied by a refined yet characterful sound. The 5-speed automatic transmission, though not the fastest, manages power smoothly, prioritizing comfort. Its Swedish-origin chassis gives it surprising poise and agility, allowing you to enjoy winding roads with a confidence you wouldn't expect from a Cadillac of that era. It's a car that invites you to devour miles, combining the comfort of a luxury sedan with an unexpected sporty heart.
Design and aesthetics
Visually, the BLS is unmistakably a Cadillac. Its design of straight lines and sharp angles, a legacy of the brand's 'Art & Science' language, gives it an imposing and different presence from everything else on the road. The front with its large chrome grille and vertical headlights screams America, while the rear, with its vertical LED taillights, completes an elegant and muscular silhouette. However, upon opening the door, the magic partially fades. The interior, though well-built, cannot hide its ties to General Motors and Saab, with controls and plastics that do not reach the level of opulence its exterior promises, leaving a bittersweet feeling.
Technology and features
For its time, the BLS Sport came well-equipped, aiming to match its rivals. The true technological star is its 2.0-liter turbo engine with an aluminum block and cylinder head, a robust and efficient piece of engineering inherited from Saab. The multi-link rear suspension and generous ventilated disc brakes on both axles speak to a serious focus on dynamics. Although it lacked the latest innovations offered by its German competitors, it met expectations in comfort and safety, offering a solid technological package focused on the driving experience.
Competition
The Cadillac BLS entered hostile territory, dominated with an iron fist by the German trio: the BMW 3 Series, the Audi A4, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. These models not only surpassed it in finish quality and brand perception but also offered a wider and more technologically advanced range. Additionally, it competed against its own platform sibling, the Saab 9-3, and other characterful alternatives like the Alfa Romeo 159 or the Volvo S60. Its exclusivity and design were its best weapons, but they were not enough to dethrone the kings of the segment.
Conclusion
The Cadillac BLS was an American dream with a Swedish passport, a sedan full of character that dared to challenge the best. Its exterior design is a statement of intent, and its turbo engine is a source of satisfaction. Despite its virtues, its interior did not live up to the crest on its hood, and the shadow of its Saab origin was too long. Today, it is a fantastic option for those looking for something different, a rare and special car that offers mechanical reliability and a unique style at a reasonable price. It is the sedan that could have been but wasn't, but whose charm endures.