Cadillac: DTS news
02-10-2005, 07:12 PM
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this is a huge disappointment. rear looks horrible and interior looks more like buick. they should've gone outside of the box and make a statement like CTS did.
02-11-2005, 03:44 PM
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Originally Posted by gavriil
This move by Cadillac is the right move financially, but it's totally the wrong move image-wise.
02-11-2005, 04:49 PM
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Originally Posted by titan
That sums it up. I don't have a problem with this refresh, if it's just to tide us over a few years before a RWD flagship is introduced. But if this car sticks around any longer than that, it's a bad move. If a S-Class competitor does emerge, I think that it'll do wonders for the image, and will also be a sound financial move (even it it loses money the first few years).
02-11-2005, 06:15 PM
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There seems to be a fairly large market for fwd luxury vehicles, deville sold 2,558 in January. Don't really see a need for every Cadillac to be some sporty machine either, nothing wrong with a cruiser.
02-11-2005, 06:33 PM
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I thought this was supposed to be Cadillac's new and much improved S-Class competator?
Why is it the same old stuff just redone for 2005?
Why is it the same old stuff just redone for 2005?
02-12-2005, 08:53 AM
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Originally Posted by gocubsgo55
I thought this was supposed to be Cadillac's new and much improved S-Class competator?
Why is it the same old stuff just redone for 2005?
Why is it the same old stuff just redone for 2005?
08-03-2005, 11:07 AM
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Cadillac prices 2006 DTS - - By Greg Migliore - - Source: Automotive News
DETROIT -- Cadillac's 2006 DTS will have a base sticker price of $41,990 when it arrives at showrooms this fall.
The DTS is the successor to Cadillac's long-running DeVille.
The entry-level car, called Luxury I, will have a 4.6-liter V-6 engine that makes 275 hp and a four-speed automatic transmission. It also will include six airbags, remote start and 17-inch wheels.
The Luxury II trim starts at $44,490 and includes extra features such as XM radio, heated and cooled front seats and a parking assistance system.
The Luxury III package includes a walnut interior trim, massaging front seats and a premium audio system. It starts at $48,490.
The top trim level, called Performance, starts at $50,490 and has a V-8 engine capable of producing 291 hp. It also has 18-inch wheels.
All prices include shipping.
The DTS is the successor to Cadillac's long-running DeVille.
The entry-level car, called Luxury I, will have a 4.6-liter V-6 engine that makes 275 hp and a four-speed automatic transmission. It also will include six airbags, remote start and 17-inch wheels.
The Luxury II trim starts at $44,490 and includes extra features such as XM radio, heated and cooled front seats and a parking assistance system.
The Luxury III package includes a walnut interior trim, massaging front seats and a premium audio system. It starts at $48,490.
The top trim level, called Performance, starts at $50,490 and has a V-8 engine capable of producing 291 hp. It also has 18-inch wheels.
All prices include shipping.
08-03-2005, 02:54 PM
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Originally Posted by dom
"will have a 4.6-liter V-6 engine"
Typo? I don't recall GM having a 4.6L V6.
Typo? I don't recall GM having a 4.6L V6.
08-03-2005, 03:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Python2121
thats the first thing i noticed. 4.6L out of a v6 to get 275 hp is a little lame as other companies are getting 315 out of 3.5 liters. if its torque they are after, they should have gone for a v8
08-03-2005, 05:53 PM
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Originally Posted by gavriil
That really pisses me off.
08-22-2006, 01:50 PM
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Next Gen. Cadillac DTS News **Going RWD (page 1)**
Future Products — Cadillac - - Source: Autoweek
DTS: The DTS sedan is Cadillac's only fwd model, and the current generation is likely to be the last. The redesigned car likely will be developed on GM's global rear-wheel-drive architecture, debuting for the 2011 model year. A name change is likely.
08-22-2006, 02:32 PM
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Very interesting. GM/Caddy has said for awhile that the Sigma platform was stretched as far as it could go (with the STS), so the big question has been what will the Caddy flagship be built on... looks like Zeta. Cool. They'd better pull out all of the stops with this car, if it want's to seriously fuck the the likes of the S-Class, 7-Series, LS, and A8. I think Caddy should mimick the others, offering a standard and long wheebase (with the U.S. only getting the long wheel base version). Sell both versions overseas. Ofcourse, they probably won't do it with this first gen, but it'd be nice; especially since the LS has caught up to do it now. This car can't come soon enough, IMHO. A true flagship is a glaring omission for a car line that wants to be the standard of the world .
11-23-2006, 10:47 AM
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GM launches Cadillac DTS-L
From Leftlanenews...
General Motors today unveiled a long-wheelbase version of its Cadillac DTS sedan called the DTS-L. Plans for a stretched version of the DTS were first revealed by Leftlane News in May when we uncovered a trademark filing for the name DTS-L.
The extended DTS-L will allow Cadillac to compete with Chrysler's Chrysler 300C Long Wheelbase and the aging Lincoln Town Car.
The extended DTS-L will allow Cadillac to compete with Chrysler's Chrysler 300C Long Wheelbase and the aging Lincoln Town Car.
11-26-2006, 03:31 PM
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I prefer the Chineses STS.
11-26-2006, 10:29 PM
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^ Didn't I read somewhere ... the DTS-L intentionally has the really wide C-pillar so the occupant's identity can be 'hidden'. So the rear doors will stop short of the C-pillar, right?
08-27-2007, 08:46 PM
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2008 Cadillac DTS Platinum
WYHI...?
08-27-2007, 08:46 PM
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Press release...
The 2008 Cadillac DTS Platinum edition provides Cadillac’s most discriminating customers with a distinctly higher level of premium luxury, going to dramatic new lengths with 18-inch chromed wheels, bright chrome grille and chrome inserts on the exterior door handle lift bars, as well as an exclusive Platinum badge.
The DTS Platinum features the 292-horsepower Northstar 4.6L V-8 and other performance-oriented features such as Magnetic Ride Control and Performance Algorithm shifting.
A choice of two unique interiors, Light Linen over Cocoa or all-Ebony, are distinguished by light ash burl wood with decorative inlay, Tuscany full leather upholstery and hand-cut-and-sewn leather on the instrument panel top pad, console and door trim. French seams on the door panel inserts are additional details that add a touch of luxury.
This wall-to-wall luxury extends underfoot and even to the trunk, with unique floor mats and a richer trunk mat made of upgraded materials. A sunroof and DVD navigation system are standard, as are LED interior ambient footwell lighting. A headrest-mounted rear DVD audio/video system is available.
A handcrafted, leather-wrapped heated steering wheel with authentic light ash burl wood and chrome rings – as well as chrome appointments, synthetic suede headliner and visors, and an illuminated Platinum badge on the door sill plate – complete the package.
The Cadillac DTS Platinum will be available in the fall of 2007.
The DTS Platinum features the 292-horsepower Northstar 4.6L V-8 and other performance-oriented features such as Magnetic Ride Control and Performance Algorithm shifting.
A choice of two unique interiors, Light Linen over Cocoa or all-Ebony, are distinguished by light ash burl wood with decorative inlay, Tuscany full leather upholstery and hand-cut-and-sewn leather on the instrument panel top pad, console and door trim. French seams on the door panel inserts are additional details that add a touch of luxury.
This wall-to-wall luxury extends underfoot and even to the trunk, with unique floor mats and a richer trunk mat made of upgraded materials. A sunroof and DVD navigation system are standard, as are LED interior ambient footwell lighting. A headrest-mounted rear DVD audio/video system is available.
A handcrafted, leather-wrapped heated steering wheel with authentic light ash burl wood and chrome rings – as well as chrome appointments, synthetic suede headliner and visors, and an illuminated Platinum badge on the door sill plate – complete the package.
The Cadillac DTS Platinum will be available in the fall of 2007.
08-27-2007, 09:17 PM
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Originally Posted by cob3683
Center console sucks 
Not sure why the sliding compartment is black though.
The shift knob knob looks a little tall, but overall is nice.
Those seats look like the most comfortable things ever.
08-27-2007, 09:51 PM
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The materials look good, I just don't like the color of the leather. The gauge cluster is in dire need of a refresh. The exterior is also about 3 years past due for an overhaul too.
Is this supposed to compete with the Lexus LS and the Mercedes S-Class?
Is this supposed to compete with the Lexus LS and the Mercedes S-Class?
08-28-2007, 12:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Beltfed
Really, I don't think its that bad....its clean.
Not sure why the sliding compartment is black though.
The shift knob knob looks a little tall, but overall is nice.
Those seats look like the most comfortable things ever.
Not sure why the sliding compartment is black though.
The shift knob knob looks a little tall, but overall is nice.
Those seats look like the most comfortable things ever.
08-28-2007, 12:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Dan Martin
The materials look good, I just don't like the color of the leather. The gauge cluster is in dire need of a refresh. The exterior is also about 3 years past due for an overhaul too.
Is this supposed to compete with the Lexus LS and the Mercedes S-Class?
Is this supposed to compete with the Lexus LS and the Mercedes S-Class?
08-28-2007, 12:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Dan Martin
The materials look good, I just don't like the color of the leather. The gauge cluster is in dire need of a refresh. The exterior is also about 3 years past due for an overhaul too.
Is this supposed to compete with the Lexus LS and the Mercedes S-Class?
Is this supposed to compete with the Lexus LS and the Mercedes S-Class?
08-28-2007, 05:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Beltfed
Really, I don't think its that bad....its clean.
Not sure why the sliding compartment is black though.
The shift knob knob looks a little tall, but overall is nice.
Those seats look like the most comfortable things ever.
Not sure why the sliding compartment is black though.
The shift knob knob looks a little tall, but overall is nice.
Those seats look like the most comfortable things ever.
Looks a little too Camryish/Accordish for my tastes.
08-28-2007, 10:56 PM
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Originally Posted by cob3683
I actually agree on the seats, layout, and wood...my problem is the look of the armrest/center console area. Caddy didn't too bad of a job but I actually prefer the CTS interior to this.
Looks a little too Camryish/Accordish for my tastes.
Looks a little too Camryish/Accordish for my tastes.
