Especificaciones y análisis del Cadillac BLS
Power
256HP
Torque
365Nm
Consumption
10.8l/100
Emissions
259g/km
0-100 km/h
7.5s
Top Speed
245km/h
Weight
-kg
Price
45,990€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 6v
FWD
5 / 4 doors
425 L
58 L
188 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Cadillac BLS 2.8T V6 255cv Sport Luxury Aut. 6 vel. (2008-2009)
General description
The Cadillac BLS 2.8T V6 was the American brand's bold attempt to conquer the heart of Europe. A sedan with a Detroit soul and a Swedish passport, which under its hood hides a 256-horsepower V6 turbo heart, promising a unique and characterful driving experience.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is to feel a surge of American power. The V6 turbo pushes with an addictive force from low revs, catapulting you from 0 to 100 km/h in just 7.5 seconds with an intoxicating melody. The 6-speed automatic transmission manages the power smoothly, turning every journey into a demonstration of power and comfort, a feeling of dominance over the asphalt that few cars of its time could match.
Design and aesthetics
Its aesthetic is unmistakably Cadillac. Sharp lines and an imposing presence that distinguish it from its sober European rivals. Although it shares a platform with the Saab 9-3, its bodywork exudes a genuinely American luxury and exclusivity. Inside, you are welcomed by an atmosphere of classic luxury, with quality materials that, while betraying their GM origin, create a special and different atmosphere.
Technology and features
For its time, the BLS offered generous equipment, focused on comfort and performance. The technological star is undoubtedly its V6 turbo engine with an intercooler, an advanced piece of engineering. However, it lacks more modern technologies like the Stop-Start system. Its focus was on raw power and traditional luxury, rather than the digital vanguard we would see years later.
Competition
It was born to face the German titans of the segment head-on: the BMW 3 Series, the Audi A4, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Against their refinement and prestige, the Cadillac BLS offered an irrefutable argument of raw power, more complete equipment for a similar price, and, above all, an exclusivity that its competitors could not offer.
Conclusion
The Cadillac BLS 2.8T V6 is not just a car; it's a statement of intent. A sedan for those who seek strong emotions and are not afraid to stray from the beaten path. It is a car with an immense soul, an exotic rarity on European roads that combines the reliability of its Swedish base with the racing heart of an American muscle car. A future classic to be enjoyed today.