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Cadillac's All New V-series CTS
The 2010 Cadillac CTS-V features the world’s fastest
reacting suspension technology, Magnetic Ride Control
(MRC). It uses shocks controlled by electro-magnets,
rather than mechanical valves, greatly accelerating
response time. Electronic sensors at all four wheels
literally “read the road” every millisecond,
making constant adjustments to damping to create virtually
instantaneous and extremely precise control of body
motions.
And, of course, there is the matter of power.
It has increased nearly 35 percent for the ’09
CTS-V, via a new 6.2L LSA supercharged V-8 engine generating
an estimated 550 hp (410 kW) and 550 lb.-ft. (745 Nm)
of torque. The engine delivers this power with remarkable
refinement. A sixth-generation Eaton supercharger minimizes
the added noise previously associated with supercharged
engines, and tightly controls intake air temperature
for optimal performance.
CTS-V also includes sophisticated braking and tire systems,
in partnership with two companies renown for high-performance
technology: Brembo and Michelin. Brembo brakes are at
all four corners and include powerful, six-piston calipers
in the front and four-piston calipers in the rear. Michelin
worked with Cadillac engineers to develop its acclaimed
Pilot Sport 2 (PS2) summer tire for CTS-V and its 19-inch
wheels.
Transmission choices include either a six-speed manual
or an exclusive, six-speed automatic with steering-wheel-mounted
paddle shifters. It is the first automatic offered on
the CTS-V.
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Superb Performance and Stylying
CTS-V features Performance
Traction Management system, borrowed from championship
racing teams. This technology uses advanced electronics
to manage engine torque for optimal traction during
acceleration. In situations such as acceleration from
a stop or exiting corners, Performance Traction Management
regulates torque delivery for the best possible launch.
CTS's V-Series offers Recaro performance driving
seats, providing excellent support for spirited driving
and adding to the luxurious and purposeful interior.
These new, 14-way adjustable performance seat include
pneumatic bolster controls in the seat cushion and backrest.
A microfiber material is added to the steering wheel,
seats and shifter, providing the soft feel and luxurious
appearance of suede without suede’s inherent drawbacks
of difficult care and moisture sensitivity. These accents
on the steering wheel, seat inserts and shifter are
elegant to the touch and help support high-performance
driving.
CTS-V's integrated center
stack is trimmed with a new Obsidian material that is
also applied to the center console and door trim. Just
like every CTS, the V-Series includes a hand-stitched
instrument panel, door trim and center console. Leading-edge
infotainment features, including a 40-gigabyte hard
drive, advanced navigation system with a “pop-up”
screen and Bose digital surround audio, extend to the
V-Series, as well as factory-installed Bluetooth capability.
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