Cadillac CTS test drive since 2007 sedan
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Time flies quickly, it seems, just recently, in 2002, the first -generation of the Cadillac CTS car that broke stereotypes took place. For the first time in its history, the luxurious Cadillac acquired sports habits. Today, the 2008 CTS model has appeared in car dealerships, which has to develop the success of the predecessor. There were no revolutionary changes in the design of this model, each detail of the expressive exterior and internal design of handmade continues the tradition of designer thought of the legendary Cadillac and obeys a single goal to create a new image of a dynamic car in the world of luxurious sedans.
It is enough to look at the 2008 CTS to immediately recognize the modern Cadillac in it: vertical front and rear lighting devices, sharp horizontal faces of the side panels of the body and the wedge -shaped hood will not allow to be mistaken.
The body is distinguished by exclusively small gaps between panels, perfectly fitted elements and an abundance of high -quality components. In total, all this forms a harmonious and whole image that fully meets the tastes and needs of potential buyers of machines related to the highest class of this segment.
The design of a recognizable front of the CTS is inspired by the Signac Sixteen concept frame. The chrome radiator grille has become higher and at the same time more aggressive and exquisite. It is emphasized by a large proprietary emblem. The end of the front of the body is given by vertical block factors with a cascading arrangement of lighting devices. On the sides of the lower air intake, fog lights and air intakes of the ventilation system of brake mechanisms are installed. Side ventilation gills equipped with chrome edging remind of the rich historical heritage of Cadillac. Among other decorative elements, it is worth mentioning the chrome frames of door windows and three -inch pipes of the exhaust system. The design of the rear of the car is also impressive. Vertical lighting devices are a distinctive feature of Cadillac. In the design of the trunk cover, solutions embodied in the faceted front of the car were used.
In addition to the new appearance of Cadillac CTS 2008, the model year received an increased 50 mm track. The designers primarily sought to increase its dynamic characteristics and stability, and the designers managed to extract maximum benefits from this. Visually, the machine became squat, more thorough and impressive, which is emphasized by the closer mutual arrangement of wheels and wheel arches.
The new car panels of the car are to a greater extent the fruit of the creative efforts of skilled stylists and sculptors than the product of computer modeling. The front panel, the lower faceted hood, the rounded edges of the wheel arches and the wheels close to them give out the inherent CTS quality: maneuverability, technical perfection and remarkable power.
The 2008 CTS salon is a further development of the branded concept of Cadillac interiors, in which high -quality materials and technical perfection are harmoniously combined with exquisite manual elements. The internal space of the car is stylistically flawless and is distinguished by a modern design, an abundance of luxury objects and decorative elements. Thanks to carefully selected materials, high -quality processing of all surfaces and an atmosphere of comfort, the interior meets the tastes of the most demanding customers. Some details of the cabin are made by manually skilled masters. Between the upper and lower part of the control panel pass tubular LED lamps of white color. They give multiple light, similar to what is used in modern houses. The muffled illumination of door handles and legs is also made in a cozy theater style.
The central handmade central console, which is equipped with matte decorative metal panels, gently descends to the central control panel shifted back, forming the image of sports cockpit without prejudice to the useful volume of the cabin. The governing bodies are located in such a way that their use is intuitive and logical. The instrument panel focuses on the sports character of CTS and is three equipped with a chrome -chromed edging well with analog signs placed under a compact visor.
Heated and ventilated seats are made according to the latest subtle concept, which allows to significantly increase the space of the legs of the rear passengers. Significant lengths of the seats, side rollers provide excellent side support without compromising comfort, which lovers of active ride will appreciate. In the manufacture of various elements of the cabin, including the toolbar, door inserts, seats and the handle of the gear lever, a French seam was used. On the skin lined with the steering wheel, the controls of the cruise control and the audio system, offered as standard equipment, are located. The abundance of large and small details emphasizes comfort, ease of use and high quality of the salon. These include a navigation system with a removed 8-inch touch screen located in the center of the front panel; Audiosystem with a drive drive; high -quality tissue upholstery of the ceiling and lane racks; ventilated seats with electric heating and adjustments in eight parameters; climate control with separate adjustment for the right and left parts of the cabin; separate displays and controls for the driver and front passenger, allowing to control the ventilation and heating systems of the seats and adjust the temperature of the air supplied to the salon; The information center of the driver with support in six languages.
All surfaces of the CTS interior, including gloves, lids of cup holders and ashtrays, are made of exquisite materials. The department for things in the central console and the glove is decorated with soft upholstery, eliminating rattle. Now consider the mechanical part of the car. As a basic, a 2.8 liter of a working volume of 2.8 liters is proposed, which develops a power of 210 liters. With. and torque 262 nm at 3600 rpm. The version of the 255-horsepower engine V6 VVT with a volume of 3.6 liters is also available with a torque of 340 nm at 3100 rpm. Both modifications are equipped with an automatic gearbox. A more powerful version can be ordered with all -wheel drive.
Suspension, brakes and steering system with active ride are distinguished by a sporting character. The front suspension is equipped with a new reptile stability stabilizer, increasing the transverse rigidity of the car and improving controllability. The standard suspension of the version with a 2.8-liter power unit gives the machine high smoothness and excellent handling. The suspension with an engine with a working volume of 3.6 liters is specially configured for active driving.
The appearance of the 2008 CTS is designed to further strengthen the reputation of Cadillac as a manufacturer of extremely safe luxurious sedans. Safety systems include front and side pillows of the driver and front passenger, window curtains for front and rear seats passengers, front seat belts, air pressure control systems in tires. In Russia, the prices of the CTS 2.8 version begin at 1 million 206 thousand 342 rubles, and CTS 3.6 with 1 million 322 thousand 879 rubles.
