USA - Cadillac adds a stunning carbon Black Sport Package to the ATS and CTS models making them look aggressive.

• Design Highlights thoroughbred performance.

Cadillac today introduced the Carbon Black sport package for the 2017 model year editions of the Cadillac ATS and CTS product lines, including the ATS-V and CTS-V super sedan.

The Carbon Black sport package — which includes the first-ever Black Chrome grille for V-Series models and RECARO® front seats for Cadillac ATS Sedan and Coupe models — further enhances the engaging performance and striking design of Cadillac’s driver’s cars.

Cadillac’s ATS and CTS product lines received additional key refinements for 2017, including new, more streamlined trim levels. Production for the 2017 model year begins later this summer, and dealers can now accept orders. Carbon Black sport package content for each model is listed below.

Cadillac ATS Luxury, Premium Luxury Sedan and Coupe

Exterior:

• Black Chrome grille and rear fascia applique
• Black finish side window moldings and body-colored door handles
• After Midnight dark finish wheels
• V-Series spoiler

Interior:

• Low-gloss carbon fiber interior trim
• RECARO® front seats

Available colors:

• Exterior colors: Black Raven, Phantom Gray Metallic, Red Obsession Tintcoat, Crystal White Tricoat
• Interior colors: Jet Black or Light Platinum

Cadillac CTS Luxury, V-Sport Premium Luxury Sedan

Exterior:

• Black Chrome grille
• After Midnight dark finish wheels
• V-Series spoiler

Interior:

• Low-gloss carbon fiber interior trim
• Upgraded performance front seats
• Available RECARO® front seats (standard on V-Sport Premium)

Available colors:

• Exterior colors: Black Raven, Phantom Gray Metallic, Red Obsession Tintcoat, Crystal White Tricoat
• Interior colors: Jet Black or Light Platinum

Cadillac ATS-V Sedan and Coupe

Exterior:

• Black Chrome grille and rear fascia applique
• After Midnight dark finish wheels
• Carbon Fiber package includes a more aggressive front splitter, hood vent trim, rear diffuser, composite rocker extension panels and a taller, body-colored rear spoiler

Interior:

• Low-gloss carbon fiber interior trim
• Sueded steering wheel and shifter
• RECARO® V-Series front seats

Available colors:

• Exterior colors: Velocity Red, Black Raven, Phantom Gray Metallic, Red Obsession Tintcoat, Crystal White Tricoat
• Interior colors: Jet Black or Light Platinum

Cadillac CTS-V Super Sedan

Exterior:

• Black Chrome grille
• After Midnight dark finish wheels
• Carbon Fiber package includes a more aggressive front splitter, hood vent trim, rear diffuser and a taller, exposed carbon fiber spoiler

Interior:

• Low gloss carbon fiber interior trim
• Available sueded steering wheel and shifter
• V-Series performance front seats
• Available RECARO® V-Series front seats

Available colors:

• Exterior colors: Black Raven, Phantom Gray Metallic, Red Obsession Tintcoat, Crystal White Tricoat
• Interior colors: Jet Black or Light Platinum

Cadillac has announced the exclusive Crystal White Frost Edition for 3 of its new high-performance V-Series models.

CELEBRATING THE FIRST-EVER CADILLAC ATS-V & THIRD-GENERATION CADILLAC CTS-V

Cadillac today announced the exclusive Crystal White Frost Edition for all three of its new high-performance V-Series models – the 2016 Cadillac ATS-V Coupe and Sedan, and the 2016 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan.  

These new special edition models celebrate the ongoing launch of the first-ever Cadillac ATS-V and the third-generation Cadillac CTS-V super-sedan. 

They feature a special production run of low-gloss Crystal White Frost exterior paint, which first appeared for the world première announcements of the new V-Series models, receiving positive consumer reaction. 

The edition includes select V-Series wheels and Carbon Fiber and Luxury packages that are options on regular V-Series models.

The 2016 Cadillac ATS-V Crystal White Frost Edition sedans start at $71,460 and coupe's at $73,660. The 2016 Cadillac CTS-V Crystal White Frost Edition sedans start at $94,990, including destination freight charges but excludes tax, title, license and dealer fees.  In total, 99 Crystal White Frost Edition vehicles will be allocated for retail – 29 CTS-V sedans, 39 ATS-V coupes and 31 ATS-V sedans.

ATS-V Crystal White Frost Edition

All 2016 Cadillac ATS-V Crystal White Frost Edition sedans and coupes include the following in addition to the ATS-V standard features:

• Cadillac Crystal White Frost matte-finish exterior paint
• 18” V-Series wheels – polished forged-aluminum
• Carbon Fibre Package:
  • Carbon fibre front splitter
  • Carbon fibre hood vent
  • Carbon fibre rear diffuser
  • Composite black rocker extensions
  • Composite body-colour extra-aero rear spoiler
• Luxury Package:
  • Enhanced Cadillac CUE with access to Apple CarPlay and Navigation
  • Sport alloy pedals
  • Universal Home Remote
  • High intensity discharge (HID) headlamps with Adaptive Forward Lighting and LED vertical light signatures
  • Split-folding rear seats (ATS-V Sedan only, standard on ATS-V Coupe)
  • 110-volt power receptacle

Additional options for the ATS-V Crystal White Frost Edition may include, depending on how dealers order the vehicles:

• Paddle-shift 8-speed automatic transmission
• RECARO® performance seats
• Performance Data and Video Recorder
• Sunroof
• Dark Gold or Red Brembo® brake calipers
• Sueded microfiber steering wheel & shifter
• Safety/Security Package with Head-Up Display

CTS-V crystal White Frost Edition

All 2016 Cadillac CTS-V Crystal White Frost Edition sedans include the following in addition to the CTS-V standard features:

• Cadillac Crystal White Frost matte-finish exterior paint
• 19” V-Series wheels – forged-aluminium After Midnight premium painted finish
• Carbon Fibre Package:
  • Carbon fibre front splitter
  • Carbon fibre hood vent
  • Carbon fibre rear spoiler Carbon fibre rear diffuser
• Luxury Package:
  • Tri-zone climate control
  • Split-folding rear seat with armrest
  • Heated rear outboard seating positions
  • Power rear-window sunshade
  • Manual rear side-window sunshades
  • 110-volt power receptacle

Additional options for the CTS-V Crystal White Frost Edition may include, depending on how dealers order the vehicles:

• RECARO® performance seats
• Performance Data and Video Recorder
• Ultra-view sunroof
• Dark Gold or Red Brembo® brake callipers
• Sueded microfibre steering wheel & shifter
• Advanced Security Package

The Crystal White Frost paint is engineered to be as durable as normal paint but requires special attention for cleaning. Special care and cleaning instructions can be found at 

http://www.cadillac.com/owners/auto-owners-manuals.html.

USA - Cadillac Tech updates mean reductions on CO2 on some models along with Cylinder deactivation

CYLINDER DEACTIVATION AND START/STOP SYSTEMS BEGIN PRODUCTION ON ATS AND CTS PRODUCT LINES

Renowned for luxury and design, Cadillac has recently added dynamic driving performance to its list of attributes. Now as 2016 model year production begins, Cadillac adds new fuel-saving technologies. Active Fuel Management and Automatic Stop/Start technologies, and widespread use of a new 8-speed transmission, are combining to raise fuel economy ratings and reduce emissions in Cadillac’s portfolio.

Cadillac’s all-new six-cylinder engine contains Active Fuel Management, or cylinder deactivation, technology enabling it to seamlessly switch from six-cylinder to four-cylinder operation under certain light-load conditions, while maintaining excellent performance.  The new 3.6-liter engine is part of the 2016 ATS, CTS and Escalade product lines. The luxury SUV’s V8 will shift to four-cylinder operation in many daily driving conditions, as will Cadillac’s all-new high performance CTS-V sedan. 

Cadillac’s advanced engine technology will accelerate in the new Twin Turbo-powered CT6 prestige sedan, which will be the world’s only six-cylinder engine to combine turbocharging with cylinder deactivation and Stop/Start technology.

Cadillac’s ATS and CTS also offer a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, the most popular choice among buyers. These models also see fuel economy improvements in 2016 via the use of Automatic Start/Stop, or AutoStop, technology. This system reduces emissions and fuel consumption by automatically turning off the engine when the car is stationary, such as at red light.  The engine quickly and automatically resumes as soon as the driver releases the brake. 

Previous Start/Stop systems often relied on the car’s battery system. Cadillac employs a voltage stabilization system powered by ultracapacitors to re-start the engine. This alternative power source inside the car enables smoother and quicker re-starts compared to previous systems, while enhancing durability by reducing strain on the existing electrical systems.

Cadillac’s new 8-speed transmission nets another efficiency gain, and like the new V6 engine, just started production in the 2016 ATS and CTS.

“While these new systems increase efficiency, a main focus in engineering at Cadillac is to integrate these systems smoothly with no compromise to the driving experience,” says David Leone, Cadillac executive chief engineer. “Our new 8-speed transmission was developed internally for fast and smooth shifting in every situation with Cylinder Deactivation and Start/Stop are integrated in a more seamless manner than our competitors.”

The result is cleaner and more fuel-efficient Cadillac models. CO2 output has been reduced up to 6 percent on 2016 ATS and CTS models.  

USA - Cadillac announces orders can now be taken for the 2016 CTS-V High Performance sedan.

U.S. DEALERS BEGIN ACCEPTING ORDERS NOW FOR CADILLAC’S UPCOMING PERFORMANCE ICON

Cadillac announced today that U.S. dealers will begin accepting orders for the next-generation 2016 CTS-V, the all-new high-performance sedan that launches in late summer. 

The 640-hp CTS-V is the second of two all-new V-Series models to come to market in 2015, following the smaller ATS-V coupe and sedan, which launches in late spring.

Cadillac’s new 2016 V-Series models represent a significant expansion of the brand’s elite, high-performance line. 

Not only are the new V-Series cars elevated in terms of performance, they now reach a broader spectrum of drivers by presenting two distinct personalities, size categories and price points.

With a top speed of 200 mph and 0-60 performance in 3.7 seconds, the CTS-V is the most powerful car in Cadillac’s 112-year history. The 2016 CTS-V is priced from $83,995. 

Customers can place orders now with dealers and view additional product information at Cadillac.com.

The CTS-V elevates into the elite group of the world’s highest-performing sedans.

“V-Series represents the pinnacle of Cadillac, a brand that now makes drivers’ cars at the highest level,” said Johan de Nysschen, Cadillac president. “The new CTS-V is essentially two cars in one: a luxury sedan with sophisticated road manners and a track-capable sports car with awe-inspiring performance. 

This type of car is exclusive, the domain of the few who can access this level of incredible capability. V-Series matches or overtakes the finest cars in this elite class, while being more accessible.”

Segment-exclusive, third-generation Magnetic Ride Control, the world’s fastest reacting suspension technology, is just one of many standard features and engineering enhancements offered in the 2016 CTS-V. 

The car includes a carbon fiber hood, Brembo brakes, 19-inch wheels wrapped with Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires, driver-selectable modes for touring, sport and track driving conditions, and performance-oriented, sueded microfiber accents and matte-finish carbon fiber trim.

Equipped with a 6.2L supercharged V-8 and an eight-speed automatic transmission that offers full manual control via steering wheel paddles, the CTS-V has more horsepower (640 hp/477 kW) and more torque (630 lb-ft/855 Nm) than the Mercedes-Benz 5.5L biturbo V-8 and the BMW M-series 4.4L TwinPower V-8.

The smaller ATS-V launch will precede the CTS-V. Also track-capable from the factory, the 464-hp ATS-V features the exclusive Cadillac Twin Turbo V-6 and 0-60 acceleration of just 3.9 seconds. The 2016 ATS-V is priced from $60,465 and presents high-performance capability in both coupe and sedan forms.