Especificaciones y análisis del Cadillac BLS
Power
175HP
Torque
265Nm
Consumption
9.3l/100
Emissions
222g/km
0-100 km/h
10s
Top Speed
210km/h
Weight
-kg
Price
39,660€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
419 L
58 L
129 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Cadillac BLS Wagon 2.0T 175cv Sport Aut. (2008-2009)
General description
The Cadillac BLS Wagon was the iconic American brand's bold attempt to conquer the heart of Europe. A station wagon that fuses Cadillac's unmistakable design language with a Swedish-origin platform, creating an exotic and personality-filled proposition that dared to challenge the kings of the premium segment.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the BLS Wagon envelops you in an atmosphere of comfort and smoothness. Its 175-horsepower turbo engine delivers power linearly and serenely, ideal for long highway trips. It's not a radical sports car, but a grand touring family car that invites you to devour kilometers with imperturbable calm, feeling the constant push of its engine and the poise of a well-balanced chassis. It's the feeling of driving something different, a piece of America adapted for the old continent.
Design and aesthetics
Its aesthetics are its main calling card. The sharp, angular lines, the imposing chrome grille, and the vertical taillights scream 'Cadillac' from every angle. It's a statement of intent on wheels, a station wagon that breaks the mold and moves away from European sobriety. Inside, the Saab heritage is evident, with logical ergonomics but perhaps without the opulent luxury one would expect from the emblem, though with complete equipment and a good sense of solidity.
Technology and features
For its time, the BLS Wagon offered a correct technological endowment, focused on comfort and safety. The turbo engine with indirect injection and the five-speed automatic gearbox were proven and effective components. It had elements like climate control or a quality sound system, but don't expect current screens and driving assistants. Its technology lies in a robust and reliable mechanical base, designed to last.
Competition
It fearlessly faced the German titans like the Audi A4 Avant, the BMW 3 Series Touring, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate. Its most direct rival, and platform sibling, was the Saab 9-3 SportCombi, with which it shared much more than just the skeleton. The Cadillac sought to seduce a customer who wanted the practicality of a premium station wagon but with a touch of exclusivity and American design that its competitors could not offer.
Conclusion
The Cadillac BLS Wagon is a gem for connoisseurs, a car that represents a fascinating and brave chapter in the brand's history. It did not achieve the expected sales success, but today it stands as a unique option for those looking to stand out. It offers mechanical reliability, excellent ride comfort, and a design that still turns heads. It's more than a car; it's a statement of individuality on wheels.