Especificaciones y análisis del Cadillac BLS
Power
175HP
Torque
265Nm
Consumption
8.3l/100
Emissions
197g/km
0-100 km/h
8.5s
Top Speed
220km/h
Weight
-kg
Price
35,350€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
5 / 4 doors
425 L
58 L
129 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Cadillac BLS 2.0T 175cv Sport (2007-2008)
General description
The Cadillac BLS was the iconic American brand's bold attempt to conquer the heart of the demanding European premium sedan market. A car that fused the unmistakable sharp American design with a proven and effective Swedish-origin platform, that of the Saab 9-3. It represents a statement of intent, an exotic and characterful alternative in a segment dominated by German sobriety.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the heart of the BLS beats with a Swedish pulse. Its 175-horsepower 2.0 Turbo engine is a delight of elasticity and constant thrust. You feel the power delivered linearly and forcefully from low revs, making every overtake a simple and pleasant maneuver. It's not a radical sports car, but a great tourer. Its chassis offers superb poise on the open road, conveying a sense of security and comfort that invites you to devour miles without fatigue, feeling in command of the road.
Design and aesthetics
Visually, the BLS is pure drama and presence. Its straight, angular lines, a legacy of Cadillac's 'Art & Science' design language, break with all conventions. The vertical headlights and taillights and the imposing chrome grille give it an overwhelming personality that leaves no one indifferent. It's a head-turner. Inside, the atmosphere aims to be luxurious, with details like the central analog clock, although some plastics and fittings betray its kinship with more mainstream GM models, not quite reaching the exquisiteness of its direct rivals.
Technology and features
For its time, the Sport trim was well-equipped, with features like generous 18-inch wheels and a sport suspension that improved its handling. However, its technology was not cutting-edge. It met expectations for connectivity and driving aids of the mid-2000s, but its real technological gem was hidden under the hood: that Saab-origin turbo engine, a robust, reliable, and characterful piece of engineering that defined the entire driving experience.
Competition
The BLS entered hostile territory, dominated by the three German giants: the BMW 3 Series, the Audi A4, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Its fight was titanic, facing models with a brand image, interior quality, and overall refinement that were well-established in Europe. It also had to compete with alternatives like the Lexus IS or the Alfa Romeo 159, and even with its own platform sibling, the Saab 9-3, from which it inherited much of its soul.
Conclusion
The Cadillac BLS is a car for connoisseurs, a misunderstood sedan that today reveals itself as an incredibly interesting option. It's the opportunity to drive an exclusive car with a design that is still spectacular and a fantastic engine, for a fraction of its original price. It's an emotional purchase, for those who value difference and personality over status. Driving a BLS is feeling that you are not just one of the crowd; it's enjoying an exotic piece of automotive history.