Especificaciones y análisis del Cadillac BLS
Power
200HP
Torque
300Nm
Consumption
9.3l/100
Emissions
222g/km
0-100 km/h
9.2s
Top Speed
220km/h
Weight
-kg
Price
46,180€
Technical summary
Gasolina o etanol
Automático 5v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
419 L
58 L
147 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Cadillac BLS Wagon 2.0T Flexpower Sport Luxury Aut. · 200 CV (2009-2010)
General description
The Cadillac BLS Wagon was a bold attempt by the American brand to conquer the heart of the demanding European premium wagon market. A vehicle that fuses Cadillac's unmistakable design language with a Swedish-origin platform, offering an exotic and character-filled alternative to German proposals. Its Flexpower engine, capable of running on gasoline or ethanol, positioned it as a unique option with an ecological awareness ahead of its time.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the BLS Wagon conveys a sense of power and comfort. Its 200 horsepower and 300 Nm of torque push decisively, making it a tireless highway traveler. It's not a radical sports car, but a family grand tourer that devours kilometers with remarkable composure and poise. The suspension strikes an admirable balance between the firmness needed to feel the road and the smoothness expected of a Cadillac, creating a pleasant and safe driving experience, although the five-speed automatic transmission feels a step behind its more modern rivals.
Design and aesthetics
Visually, the BLS Wagon is pure drama and emotion. Its sharp, angular lines, a legacy of Cadillac's 'Art & Science' design language, give it an imposing presence that leaves no one indifferent. The wagon body not only adds enormous practicality but also enhances its elongated, muscular silhouette. It is a car that moves away from European sobriety to offer a bold and genuinely American style statement, although inside, some plastics betray its kinship with more mainstream GM models.
Technology and features
In the technology department, the BLS Wagon focused on offering a complete experience without being cutting-edge. Its greatest innovation was the 2.0T Flexpower engine, a sign of the industry's interest in alternative fuels. The comfort equipment was generous for the time, but the infotainment systems and driving aids could not compete with the more advanced solutions of its German competitors. It was a car more focused on mechanical power and traditional luxury than on the latest digital frontier.
Competition
This Cadillac faced formidable competition, led by the three German titans: the Audi A4 Avant, the BMW 3 Series Touring, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate. These models surpassed it in interior finish quality, overall refinement, and brand prestige. It also competed with the Volvo V50 and its own platform sibling, the Saab 9-3 SportHatch, with which it shared much of its DNA. The BLS Wagon played the card of exclusivity and distinctive design, but it struggled to find a place in such a consolidated segment.
Conclusion
The Cadillac BLS Wagon is a car to remember, a brave cross of automotive cultures that did not achieve the expected commercial success but today stands as a rare and fascinating piece. It offered a unique style, a powerful and versatile engine, and a good level of comfort. For those looking to escape the conventional and who value exclusivity over Germanic perfection, this American wagon with a Swedish heart is an option full of personality and soul. A car that is driven with a smile, knowing that it is difficult to come across another one like it.