http://www.topspeed.com/cars/cadillac/2 ... 64384.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;Ciprian Florea wrote:The Cadillac CTS-V was launched in 2004 as a high-performance version of the CTS sedan. Aimed at fast sedans like the BMW M5 and the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG , the CTS-V was powered by a 5.7-liter, LS6, V-8 engine in its first two years on the market. Shared with the C5 Corvette, the powerplant was rated at 400 horsepower and 395 pound-feet of torque. GM replaced the 5.7-liter with a 6.0-liter LS2 in 2006, but output remained unchanged, albeit the new unit brought a wider torque band. When the second-gen CTS-V arrived in 2008, Cadillac dropped a supercharged, 6.2-liter V-8 in its engine bay. Based on the LS9 mill found in the Corvette C6 ZR1 , the LSA produced 556 horsepower and 551 pound-feet of torque. The second-gen CTS-V also saw the introduction of station wagon and coupe versions.
Going into 2015, Cadillac is rolling out the highly anticipated, third-generation CTS-V. Based on the brand-new CTS sedan with a redesigned exterior and a roomier interior, the 2016 CTS-V brings more power, updated technology, and less weight to the table. The third-gen sedan sound brilliant on paper, mostly due to its 640-horsepower V-8 and bespoke interior. But does it have what it takes to finally dethrone the BMW M5 and Mercedes E63 AMG from their spots at the top of the segment? Read on to find out.
Updated 12/22/2014: Chevrolet unveiled the official details on the 2016 CTS-V sedan, with just a few weeks before the car’s official debut in Detroit. Click past the jump for the new details.
As expected, the redesigned CTS-V features most of the styling introduced with the 2014 CTS while also showcasing a host of unique body elements. Up front, the headlamps are the only features that remained unchanged; everything else was remodeled for optimal aero performance and a menacing appearance. The grille is narrower a features a brand-new mesh pattern, as well as a smaller Cadillac Cadillac crest. Down bellow, the thin air dam seen on the regular CTS has been enlarged significantly and equipped with the same honeycomb mesh.
The side intakes have been reshaped as well, while the apron showcases a carbon-fiber splitter. Speaking of carbon-fiber, the redesigned hood is made from the same weight-saving material and comes with an air-extracting vent that pulls hot air out of the engine compartment while also helping reduce lift.
When viewed from the side, the CTS-V sits lower thanks to its track-optimized suspension and features revised side skirts, wider fenders and all-new side vents with the V-series badge. Changes are less obvious around back, but a new trunklid spoiler and a redesigned bumper suggest this CTS is of the V-series variety. Gone is the plain apron with integrated, trapezoidal exhaust tips, replaced by a diffuser-like piece with round quad pipes.
Just like the smaller ATS-V, the CTS-V can be ordered with an available Carbon Fiber package that shaves a few more pounds and takes aerodynamics even further. The bundle includes a more aggressive front splitter, hood vent, rear diffuser and spoiler.
Exterior Dimensions:The highlight of the brand-new CTS-V is its engine. Although it displaces the same 6.2 liters as its predecessor, the V-8 powerplant is all-new and features stronger, aluminum cylinder heads and lightweight, titanium intake valves. In addition, the previous 1.9-liter supercharger has been replaced by a 1.7-liter blower that’s more compact and more efficient. The unit’s rotors are now smaller, allowing higher maximum rpm to be generated earlier in the rev band. Also, the boost is achieved more efficiently thanks to a more direct discharge port that creates less turbulence and less heat. An updated Active Fuel Management system improves fuel consumption.Code: Select all
Wheelbase (in / mm): 114.6 / 2910 Length (in / mm): 197.6 / 5021 Height (in / mm): 57.2 / 1454 Width (in / mm): 72.2 / 1833 Track (in / mm): front: 62.1 / 1577 rear: 61.2 / 1554 Curb weight (lb / kg): 4145 / 1880 Weight distribution (% front / rear): 52.7 / 47.3
Moving over to the part that interest us the most — the numbers — the supercharged V-8 sees massive improvement in terms of power and torque versus the previous sedan. With 640 horsepower and 630 pound-feet of torque at its disposal, the new powerplant generates an extra 84 ponies and 79 pound-feet compared to the model it replaces. The new output makes the 2016 CTS-V nearly as powerful as the 645-horsepower Dodge Dodge Viper and torquier than Chrysler Chrysler’s sports car. What’s more, the CTS-V wipes out its main rivals, the BMW M5 BMW M5 and the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG, on paper. The Bimmer’s twin-turbo, 4.4-liter V-8 churns "only" 560 horses and 502 pound-feet, while AMG’s 5.5-liter V-8 cranks out 577 ponies and 590 pound-feet in its S-Model tune.
The sprint to 60 mph takes 3.7 seconds, which is a significant improvement over the previous sedan’s four seconds. This is where the CTS-V still lags behind the Merc E63 AMG S-Model, which needs just 3.5 seconds to achieve the same benchmark. On the other hand, the American sedan is no less than 0.7 seconds quicker than its BMW BMW-badged competitor. Downright amazing! Top speed jumps from 186 to a mind-boggling 200 mph. As a refresher, the German sedans have their top speeds limited at 155 mph.
Cadillac also updated the CTS-V to GM’s 8L90 eight-speed automatic transmission for quicker shift-response times and greater efficiency. The autobox offers manual control via steering wheel-mounted shift paddles, while the Performance Algorithm Shifting makes it as quick as any dual-clutch transmission. At least that’s what Cadillac claims. The bad news is there’s no word on a manual option for the CTS-V as of December 2014.
Drivetrain Specifications:Code: Select all
Type 6.2L supercharged V-8 Displacement (cu in / cc): 376 / 6162 Bore & stroke (in / mm): 4.06 x 3.62 / 103.25 x 92 Block material: cast aluminum Cylinder head material: cast aluminum Valvetrain: overhead valve, two valves per cylinder Fuel delivery: direct injection Lubrication system: wet sump Compression ratio: 10:1 Horsepower 640 HP @ 6,400 RPM Torque 630 LB-FT @ 3,600 RPM Max. engine speed (rpm): 6,600 RPM Recommended fuel: premium required GM-estimated fuel economy TBD Transmission Hydra-Matic 8L90
