cob3683

Attn: Japanese Automakers

THAT is how you design an interior (second only to the Germans )

fsttyms1

I think i just found my new car!

Infamous425

japanese interiors have been superior for years. more like, its about time domestics caught up

Yumcha

Nice!

titan

The leather wrapped armrests and door inserts are evidence of quality that I've never seen in any GM car; this interior murders the STS's. The stiching is clean, simple... this car continues to win me over.

vishnus11

the interior looks freakin awesome at least in teh pics - in terms of quality. The design of the interior isn't groundbreaking or jaw dropping, but the execution appears to be flawless. Excellent use of good materials and fine worksmanship. Great job GM

gocubsgo55

winner! I think the only thing keeping me from rating this tops in the segment is the G35, which even then makes it very close. AWESOME looking car!

biker

Of course the next question is: how much?

alphason'sac

This is an awesome re-design. I am very impressed with GM. She's a looker and with that 3.6L V6, she ought to be show and GO. I can't wat to see it in person, this is a definite step up from the previous Gen.

Dan Martin

It looks really nice. I don't think they should offer all those engine options though. The 300hp V6 should be standard with the V8 available in the CTS-V. No need for a lower V6 IMO.

dom

They need it to market a lower "starting at" MSRP. Besides, I can see them selling quite a few 258HP versions. Thats plenty of power for most.

biker

306 is the magic number - anything above that and the CTS is class leading.

charliemike

They also need to offer a MT in every trim level.

alphason'sac

That sounds like a good plan to me. Lexus does the same thing (offering a lower/higher output engine) with the IS250 and 350, Audi offers a 4 cylinder and a V6 in the A4, as well as Mercedes in the C class. BMW offers two v-6's as well in the 3 series. Why not do it?

CGTSX2004

iTrader: (1)

I'm impressed. It looks like a real winner. I will definitely have to check one out when they become available.

phile

But why are there no door pockets?

titan

I think offering an entry level engine is a great idea. It's the norm in this segment, so why not also do it. The only competitor who doesn't offer a lower output engine is the G.

CGTSX2004

iTrader: (1)

And that may only be for the time being as the rumors of a G25 continue to float around.

Maximized

Definetly looks nice in the pictures. I can't wait to see it in person. I might faint if GM actually built a decent interior. It would be a great sign for GM's comeback.

kansaiwalker1

Perhaps or perhaps not. Only time and the market will tell.

Beltfed

Its guaranteed to do well, this is going to be a home run car....no doubt about it.

Has a fresh and unique look, the interior is more than inline with the current competition and the engine is slightly class leading.

The last CTS sold like hotcakes and while the new car is not a huge departure style wise. Overall it does look better and more substantial.

Maximized

The competition is stiff and Cadillac is still playing catch up IMO. Time will tell if this car is a hit or not. Cadillac also has some work to do as a brand. It doesn't have the snob appeal of Audi, BMW, Lexus, or Mercedes.

gavriil

The 335i. Makes 350 at the crank. The IS350 did 4.9 seconds at the latest test. The G35 is in mid to low 5s. So this 300~HP engine better take this thing to 60 in the very, very low 5s or else it's not competitive IMO.

gavriil

Now I am guessing that the CTSV will share a supercharged DOHC V8 with the STSV. The only difference will probably be a little detuning for the CTSV because it will be lighter.

srika

Nice looking car, I give it that much. Im surprised nobody has commented on how the interior is a blatant ripoff of some other car... esp the center console with the vents off to the sides like that. Dont know which one of the top of my head but yeah. or has someone lol.

I see they decided on the 70's-80's GM interior fonts... again.

biker

None of that matters, when the paper number says it's class leading. As long as the the HP number is above 306, the CTS will have the lead. It will be trumpeted by every Caddy salesman and marketeer. Even in car rag comparisons it might win without a real street performance edge.

aesir11

The fact that people are paying 30k premiums for rebranded Avalanches isn't snob appeal enough for you?

aesir11

Oh yeah, forgot to mention this car looks great. Nod to Caddy on this one. Something I'll have to check out when it hits showrooms.

alphason'sac

Oh, and Naruto is the man!

Infamous425

yeah, overall shape is copied from the new G

gavriil

Video: Dutch Mandel walks around Cadillac's CTS with GM interiors design chief, David Rande

Source: Autoweek

gavriil

Autoweek screwed up with their links there. I am sure they will correct and I will update.

gavriil

For now enjoy this GM video of the introduction of the CTS

gavriil

Wagoner is like, "what the hell is this long violin crappy show?, I am firing the mkt director tomorrow", lol.

FYI: The violin show ends at around 4:30 minutes (for those that want to skip).

gavriil

In all fairness it is very impressive that the ~300HP comes on regular fuel.

gavriil

Holy cow, look at the hot girl (Marie) responsible for NVH!!! That's my grirl boys! Young, hot and into cars more than me. LOL!

aesir11

Yeah another Naruto fan!

JediMindTricks

wow...well done, cadillac!

the exterior is a further improvement on the previous generation, which i really liked.

and the interior is years ahead. i just want to see the finishing touches up close in person.

but yea...cadillac has a winner.

biker

And I'm sure the marketeers and salesmen will point that out every chance they get.

Beltfed

Yeah, the G35 is the first thing that came to mind.....