Especificaciones y análisis del Cadillac CTS
Power
276HP
Torque
302Nm
Consumption
10.8l/100
Emissions
249g/km
0-100 km/h
8.2s
Top Speed
225km/h
Weight
1934kg
Price
59,068€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Automático 6v
RWD
5 / 5 doors
412 L
68 L
203 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon Sport Luxury 3.0 V6 Aut. · 276 CV (2011-2012)
General description
The 2011 Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon bursts onto the asphalt as a statement of intent. It's not just a luxury wagon; it's the bold American answer to European hegemony, a vehicle that merges practicality with an unmistakable character and a heart that beats with pure V6 power.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel is to feel the thrust of its 276 horsepower galloping from the 3.0-liter V6 engine. The rear-wheel drive and 6-speed automatic transmission offer a smooth and stately ride, perfect for devouring miles on the highway. Although its nearly two-ton weight reduces agility in tight corners, the feeling of power and the sound of the naturally aspirated engine as it revs is an addictive melody that transports you to another continent.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a sculpture in motion. The sharp, angular lines, a legacy of Cadillac's 'Art & Science' language, create a dramatic and muscular silhouette that leaves no one indifferent. It's a wagon that sacrifices some trunk space in favor of a spectacular style, with a groundbreaking rear end. Inside, you are welcomed by an atmosphere of American luxury, with good materials and generous equipment that makes you feel special.
Technology and features
For its time, the CTS Sport Wagon was well-equipped. It featured a direct-injection engine, an advanced technology to optimize performance. The speed-sensitive variable-assist steering and a well-tuned chassis with independent suspension on both axles demonstrated its global ambition. The infotainment system, though not as intuitive as current ones, was the nerve center of a comfortable and connected cabin.
Competition
Its battlefield was that of the large premium wagons, a territory dominated by titans like the Audi A6 Avant, the BMW 5 Series Touring, and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate. Against German sobriety and efficiency, the Cadillac offered an extroverted design, the charm of a naturally aspirated V6 engine, and an exclusivity that its much more common rivals could not offer.
Conclusion
The Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon is a passionate choice. It's a car for those who seek to stand out, for those who value aesthetics and ride comfort over the last tenth of a second on the stopwatch. It represents a different way of understanding luxury, with a genuinely American soul, powerful and full of charisma. It's not perfect, but its strong personality is captivating.