Especificaciones y análisis del Cadillac BLS
Power
209HP
Torque
300Nm
Consumption
8.3l/100
Emissions
199g/km
0-100 km/h
7.8s
Top Speed
220km/h
Weight
-kg
Price
39,860€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 6v
FWD
5 / 5 doors
419 L
58 L
154 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Cadillac BLS Wagon 2.0T 210cv Sport (2008-2009)
General description
The Cadillac BLS Wagon was the American brand's bold attempt to seduce the European driver. A fascinating fusion of Detroit's luxury and sharp design with Swedish engineering, creating a wagon with a unique soul and a presence that leaves no one indifferent. It's a car that feels special from the very first glance.
Driving experience
Behind the wheel, the heart of this BLS beats strongly. The 2.0-liter, 209-horsepower turbo engine pushes with an addictive force, especially when the needle surpasses 2500 revolutions. The six-speed manual transmission connects you directly to the mechanics, offering a pure and rewarding driving experience. Its Saab-derived chassis gives it superb composure on the road, blending comfort for long trips with surprising agility in corners, a balance that is captivating.
Design and aesthetics
Its aesthetic is a statement of intent. The straight, angular lines, a legacy of Cadillac's 'Art & Science' design language, are sculpted onto a European wagon body, creating an unmistakable and muscular silhouette. The vertical headlights and imposing chrome grille scream 'Cadillac,' while the practical and elegant rear breaks with convention. It's a design you either love or don't understand, but it never goes unnoticed.
Technology and features
Under its American skin lies proven European technology. Beyond modern screens and assistants, its technological value resides in the engineering of its intercooled turbo engine and its sophisticated multi-link rear suspension. For its time, it offered decent equipment, but its real magic was not in the gadgets, but in the robustness and performance of its mechanical assembly, designed for driving pleasure.
Competition
It dared to face the German titans like the Audi A4 Avant, the BMW 3 Series Touring, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate head-on. It was an unequal fight, confronting German perfection with a different, more exotic and personal character. It also competed with its first cousin, the Saab 9-3 SportHatch, from which it inherited much of its DNA, and with the elegant Volvo V50, offering an alternative for those looking to stand out from the rest.
Conclusion
The Cadillac BLS Wagon is much more than a car; it's a collector's item with an athlete's heart. A rare bird on the asphalt that combines the practicality of a wagon with the character of a sports car and the unmistakable style of Cadillac. It's not the most refined or the most technological, but it offers an authentic and emotional experience. It's the perfect choice for those who value exclusivity and personality above all else.