2012 Cadillac CTS Revised 3.6L V6 Engine

2011-04-19


Cadillac has uncovered the 2012 Cadillac CTS that can feature adjustments in all three variants particularly CTS Activity Sedan, Sport Wagon and Coupe. The 2012 Cadillac CTS versions are anticipated to hit dealerships in late summer. Pricing might be revealed at a date nearer for the commencement of production.

The engine with the 2012 Cadillac CTS continues to be designed to be lighter and much more efficient. It will be driven by a revamped 3.six liter V-6 unit that may be expected to yield 318 hp and 275 lb.-ft. of torque. The present three.six liter V-6 yields 304 hp and 273 lb.-ft. of torque. Meanwhile, fuel economic system will remain eighteen mpg city/27 mpg highway.

Contributing to fuel effectiveness, dealing with and driving stability is a lighter-weight structural front cover and lighter-weight, high-strength connecting rods that makes complete weight savings of 20.five lbs.

As for styling tweaks, the distinctive shield-shaped front grille gets new top quality finishes that draws interest towards the new frame and mesh combination. Additional, the Wreath & Crest logo takes on a three-dimensional quality due to sharper colors and raised ridges between the colors.

Also, the company has added a new Touring Package for 2012 that “enhances key touch-points from the CTS” and will be available in the three.0 liter V-6 and 3.six liter V-6 engines. Features include an exclusive grille with a dark finish, metal pedals, dark Sapele wood interior trim and sueded seat inserts, steering wheel and shift knob.

The 3.six liter CTS will have 19-inch polished wheels and Recaro 14-way adjustable performance seats whereas the 3.0 liter version will have 18-inch wheels with a pearl-nickel finish.