Reliable, fast, brutal
- winter - tank (4wd)
- decent Shumka (double front windows)
- high security
- music - fire
- there are no crickets in the cabin, although the car is 10 years old and 150 tons of mileage
- the cost of a car is an order of magnitude lower than classmates of the same age and even those that are older (bmw / mb / lexus / infinity) the cost of spare parts is also lower
- for such a volume, the consumption is show-off (17 city, 11 highway) and this is during normal driving, and not nausea
- original parts last a very long time
- cabin ergonomics at height
- projection on the windshield (I forgot when I looked at the instrument panel for the last time)
- ventilated front and heated all seats
- back and front very comfortable sitting with a height of 190 cm
- head light olive
- the car rulitsya awesome, even though such a barge! And this merit is the steering rack, which changes the response to the steering wheel when switching to sport mode (it also changes the stiffness of the suspension and the response to the gas pedal). For comparison, the s300 nervously smokes on the sidelines))
- if you "turn on your brains" (your own, of course, or have a "heady" electrician and a "handy" mechanic in your acquaintances), you can not spend a lot of money on the "treatment" of children's sores (micks in the handles, steering column lock, fogging headlights, etc. .P.)
The front fenders "catch" chips if the bumper ran into a curb, into a snowdrift, etc.
- rear sofa does not fold
- the trunk, although wide, is small in height so that only two rubbers fit into it (original size 18)
- MRC shock absorbers, although comfortable, are still expensive due to the lack of analogues and this is the only expensive spare part in a car. I ordered from the states and almost 75 tr went into the circle (2017). And if you already take it in the Russian Federation, then lay out such an amount for 2 pcs.))
- little pads and brake discs
- a small volume of the fuel tank (only 65 liters) which is enough for an average of 370 km in the city
- steering wheel heating does not work for anyone and is treated only by replacing the steering wheel, because in the steering wheel, the circuit breaks (melted) and all because it (heating) is turned off only forcibly from the power button. Of course, there are exceptions for whom the heating fails due to a broken button or a blown resistor, but this is very rare.
- it is quite difficult to park with your face, or with your back, even with long-term (three years) operation without a camera and front parking sensors. Every now and then you hit the curb with the front bumper or hit the fence with the rear bumper
Replacement of 6 out of 8 ignition coils with a run of 130 to 150 (two are still native)
- replacement of 3 hubs with a run of 130 to 150 (one native is still alive)
- replacement of pads every 10-15 t.km and disks every 25-30 (the problem of all Americans is weak brakes). Can be cured by investing about $ 1000 and changing the entire brake (other calipers, discs, pads) to HavyDuty
- replacement of the gur hose and pump (due to the hose) at a run of 130
- replacement of the tie rod, bushings of the front lower arms, upper arms assembly with a run of 130 (the previous owner hijacked all this on dead shock absorbers, and if he had changed it during depreciation, then he would not have had to change the floor of the hodovka)
Generations debuted at the New York Auto Show in 2013, and at the Detroit Motor Show on the 15th, its “charged” CTS-V modification in a new body premiered.
The car was declassified at the end of December the fourteenth - the top-end Cadillac CTS-V 2019 (photo and price) differs from the standard version by a carbon fiber hood with a vent, an aggressive front bumper with extended air intakes, a different radiator grille with a fine mesh and chrome trim, plus those registered in the front fenders air ducts.
Options and prices Cadillac CTS-V 2019
AT8 - automatic 8-speed, RWD - rear-wheel drive
In addition, the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V sports a carbon fiber front splitter, rear diffuser and optional trunk lid spoiler. Rounding out the look are four round exhaust pipes and 19-inch forged aluminum wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires that can handle up to 1g of lateral force.
In the interior of the “charged” sedan, Recaro sports seats with advanced lateral support are installed, and carbon fiber inserts are used in the interior trim. The basic equipment of the model includes a CUE multimedia complex with a 12.3-inch color touchscreen display, and premium music from Bose and a Performance Data Recorder system that allows you to record telemetry on the track are available for an extra charge.
Specifications
As expected, under the hood of the new Cadillac CTS-V is a 6.2-liter V8 LT4 compressor engine from a supercar with a capacity of 649 hp. and 855 Nm of torque. The motor is paired with an 8-band automatic, equipped with a manual shift function using paddles on the steering wheel.
From zero to hundred, the car accelerates in 3.9 seconds, and the maximum speed reaches 322 km/h. Thus, the Cadillac CTS-V in a new body has become the most powerful model in the company's lineup in its entire history. Moreover, the main competitors in the face are behind (560 forces, acceleration to hundreds in 4.4 seconds) and (525 forces, acceleration from 0 to 100 km / h in 4.3 seconds).
In addition, the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with powerful Brembo brakes with discs with a diameter of 390 mm at the front (six-piston calipers) and 365 mm (four-piston) at the rear, plus Performance Traction Management, which has four modes of operation: Tour, Sport, Track. and snow.
And the arsenal of the “charged” sedan includes a limited slip differential, a sports suspension with 3rd generation adaptive Magnetic Ride Control shock absorbers (the rate of change of stiffness is reduced by 40%) and reconfigured steering, compared to the regular version of the model.
What is the price
Sales of the new Cadillac CTS-V III began in the US in the summer of the fifteenth at a price of $83,995. And in August of the following year, the acceptance of orders for a “charged” sedan in Russia also started - our price for this model starts from 6,590,000 rubles.
For a surcharge, a carbon body kit (500,000 r), Recaro sports seats with adjustments in 16 directions (150,000 r), a special body color (depending on the color varies from 50,000 to 100,000 r), as well as a video recording and telemetry system performance data recorder.
Price: from 2,790,000 rubles.
In 2013, a new generation of Cadillac CTS 2018-2019 was presented at the New York Auto Show, which is still on sale. The model has been produced since 2014 and is sold, as we have already said, to this day. Compared to the previous generation, it has changed quite a lot, but let's talk about everything in order.
Design
The model has changed in terms of appearance for the better compared to the previous version. The car received a long hood, on which there are embossed lines that add aggression. A large chrome-plated trapezoid-shaped radiator grille is installed. In the middle of this grille is the company logo. There is a wide optics with LED elements and a lens inside. Below we can see the vertical fog lights, to the left of which are the brake air intakes. Also, the model at the bottom of the bumper has a so-called splitter, which also adds aggression.
Looking at the car from the side, you immediately understand how long it is. The side part at the top has small design lines and similar ones are present at the bottom of the sedan. The wheel arches are slightly swollen, but this is not necessary here. The windows of the model are decorated with thick chrome trim. In stock, the model has 17th wheels, but if you want more, then for an additional fee you can install the 18th or 19th.
At the rear, the sedan has a large embossed trunk lid, on which there is a small chrome spoiler. The taillights with a beautiful filling have a rather unusual shape. Also on the trunk lid near the handle there is a chrome insert. The massive rear bumper has two chrome inserts at the bottom, behind which are the exhaust pipes.
Dimensions Cadillac STS 2018-2019:
- length - 4966 mm;
- width - 1833 mm;
- height - 1454 mm;
- wheelbase - 2910 mm.
Specifications
The model has only two motors in its lineup, but in fact the lineup is slightly more extensive. Two units are sold in our country. Both motors are quite powerful and both are gasoline.
The first engine is a tubular 16-valve 2-liter engine. It has 240 horsepower and 400 H*m of torque available at 3000 rpm. In principle, this engine already has a good acceleration to hundreds in 6.6 seconds, and the maximum speed of the Cadillac CTS 2018 is 240 km/h. This power plant will consume 11 liters in the city, and 6 liters on the highway.
The second engine is already a naturally aspirated 3.6-liter V6, which produces 341 horsepower and 386 H * m of torque. Due to the more voluminous weight, the dynamics remained the same as the previous engine. The maximum speed has increased to 280 km / h. Consumption is slightly higher - 13 liters of AI-95 in the city and 7 liters on the highway.
Both motors comply with Euro-6 standards. The model has a fully independent suspension, which is quite comfortable and energy-intensive. Many owners note that it is better than competitors. The brakes are fully disc and they are all ventilated.
As a pair for units, only an automatic 8-speed gearbox is offered. The basic version had rear-wheel drive, and all the rest were all-wheel drive.
Interior
In addition, the manufacturer has changed the interior of the car and it has changed completely. The interior is completely new, it has become much better, better and more attractive. Inside, everything is sheathed in leather, there is also a large amount of wood and a little Alcantara.
Large leather chairs are installed in front, which are very comfortable to sit on and enjoy the comfort and space. I am glad that already in the base of the chair they received electric adjustments and heating. The back row is essentially simple, but it looks great. A leather sofa designed for three passengers will give them a lot of space and a fairly comfortable fit.
The driver of the 2018-2019 Cadillac STS will drive the sedan with a beautiful 3-spoke steering wheel that has leather trim. It is also decorated with chrome inserts and mirror polished plastic. In addition, it has buttons for multimedia. The dashboard is a monitor that can display gauges, navigation data, or anything else, just about anything the driver wants.
It's amazing how the center console is made. Firstly, in the upper part it has stylish and almost imperceptibly inserted air deflectors. And secondly, the block on which the climate control buttons and the multimedia system are located. The matter is that this block is a cover behind which the huge niche for trifles is hidden. Above this block is a large touch screen multimedia and navigation system.
On the left of the tunnel is a small but convenient gearbox selector Cadillac STS 2018-2019, under which there are buttons for controlling driving modes and disabling ESP. To the right of it there is a leather cover, pushing it inside the panel, you are greeted by two cup holders with heating or cooling functions. After all this, we see a box for small things and an armrest, inside of which there is also a lot of small things to put.
It seems that the sedan is huge, but it does not stand out with the trunk. The luggage compartment has a volume of 388 liters and this is extremely small for this class. Here the competition is higher.
Price
You must understand that everything that is inside cannot be cheap. The minimum cost of the model starts from the mark in 2 790 000 rubles, but for this money you will receive:
- leather upholstery;
- power seats with memory;
- hill start assistance system;
- 10 airbags;
- heated front seats;
- good multimedia system;
- rear view camera;
- Cruise control;
- separate climate control;
- access system without a key to the salon;
- xenon optics;
- light sensor;
- voice control system for multimedia.
Agree, good equipment. In general, complete sets are offered 4, each of which is replenished with something. So by paying another 1 million rubles, you will get the most powerful engine and:
- blind spot monitoring system;
- lane control;
- collision avoidance system;
- steering wheel heating;
- ventilation of the front seats;
- rear row heating;
- all-round visibility system;
- good adaptive cruise control for driving, for example, in a traffic jam;
- navigation system;
- Rain sensor.
Now it's time for the summing up. Of course, the 2018-2019 Cadillac STS is a great car for a quiet city ride. It's worth picking up if you want to stand out. There are many Infiniti and Mercedes in big cities, and such cars are rare. It seems to us that it is in no way inferior to its competitors, and you can buy it. The model will give you high comfort, good dynamics if necessary, and will simply delight you and those around you with its unusual appearance.
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...A long time ago, when the trees seemed huge, and everything else around looked beautiful and happy, there was a car brand “Cadillac”. The perfection of these machines was not questioned. They were simply the best, the most beautiful, the biggest, the most technically advanced. The very fact of owning a Cadillac put its owner in the circle of the elite. Luxury American cars at one time had no competitors at all. "Mercedes-Benz" made cars reliable, but too old-fashioned. The BMW company vegetated on the verge of bankruptcy. “Audi” was then known as a manufacturer of cheap practical cars (something like we now perceive “Skoda”). Times are different now. Now the competition in the luxury model sector is stronger than ever. And "Cadillacs" turned into ordinary expensive cars. They are successfully sold in their homeland, but throughout the rest of the world they are no longer considered super-prestigious, they do not amaze, as before, with super-power or ultra-comfort. Alas, the new “Cadillac” cannot reverse this sad trend for Detroit, although the “STS ‘2005” is made from scratch and has many remarkable technical solutions. And most importantly, the model changed its market niche, changed its class, which was and remains an extremely rare occurrence in the automotive world.
Illogical Marketing
To be honest, I expected more. I hoped for some kind of charm, which at one time won me over the compact sports sedan “Cadillac CTS”. That model was a revolution that blew up the blank wall of conservatism of the Cadillac brand. A completely new approach to design, a rear-wheel drive layout (for the last decades, Cadillacs have cultivated a front-wheel drive scheme) and most importantly! emphasized sports habits: stiff suspension, instant reaction to the steering wheel, the ability to clearly control the car in a skid. BMW will envy!
To start the engine, press this modest key.
Like or dislike the new “technocratic” cabin style, it's a matter of aesthetic preference. But here are the practical problems that are literally striking: in the pursuit of a new style that implies a minimum number of keys and buttons, interior designers seem to have completely forgotten about the convenience of using a car. For example, the “climate” controls are removed out of sight in the “basement” of the center console. They huddled there in a dense pile, and it is difficult to find the necessary button on the go and by touch. And when the “automatic” lever is moved forward, to the “Par-king” position, it simply prevents you from pressing these keys. For all that, the lion's share of the surface of the center console is pristine-smooth: fashionable style is perfectly maintained.
The Cadillacs struggled with buttons and keys for a long time and diligently. Therefore, a lot of functions, from seat memory programming to suspension settings, are “protected” in the depths of the menu of the on-board infotainment complex. As already mentioned, in order to switch the operating mode of the chassis, you must stop. Where does it fit?
With the change of generations, the STS model moved from the executive class to the business class.
Four-wheel drive and other important innovations
The active cruise control radar is hidden under the emblem.
OF COURSE, there are also successful innovations in the arsenal of on-board electronics. For example, the STS has a system for projecting data onto the windshield - the speedometer is always in front of your eyes: its numbers seem to hang above the road. And if the Cadillac is equipped with active cruise control (option for a surcharge), then symbols will also appear on the projected dashboard warning of a dangerous approach to the vehicle in front. Then the driver already needs to take control, because the STS active cruise control is not endowed with the ability to stop the car on its own, as similar systems of the latest generation do. Automation only slightly slows down or accelerates the car during routine movement along the highway. In a critical situation, sound and light signals require the driver to “take over” control ... If you switched the “automatic” to manual mode (the previous STS, by the way, did not have it), the tachometer scale appears on the windshield.
Even when Moscow was covered with a night downpour, our car left the traffic lights with the same daring as on dry asphalt. This car will be very reliable in driving on icy winter roads. Yes, the Cadillac sedan got all-wheel drive for the first time. Transmission "4x4" taken from the "asphalt" SUV "Cadillac SRX". It can be obtained for a surcharge and only in combination with a V8 engine. A simpler 3.6-liter V6 engine (255 forces) implies conventional rear-wheel drive.
In the 90s, Cadillacs, among other things, were famous for their affordability compared to European competitors. This dignity was retained by the debutant. So, the six-cylinder “STS 3.6” costs from $65,900. For a fully packed, up to all-wheel drive, “STS 4.6” you have to pay $77,200. This modification competes, in particular, eight-cylinder "BMW 545i" (333 forces) and "Mercedes-Benz E500" (306 forces). They are significantly more expensive: "Bimmer" from 84.500 euros, and "Mers" from 74.940 euros. At the same time, additional equipment for Cadillac is much cheaper. For example, for an all-wheel drive for an STS, you have to pay a ridiculous $2,300, while for the fact that the trunk of an “E500” adorns the “4Matic” nameplate, you have to pay 2,500 euros.
In general, the list of options for the "Cadillac STS" is not too extensive. Actually, it has only five positions. First, all-wheel drive. Secondly, active cruise control. Thirdly, the thinnest leather for the interior trim in a special way (“ordinary” leather is standard for STS salons). Fourth, heated rear sofa. Fifth, the electric sunroof. Everything else is listed as standard equipment.
Rich basic equipment also remains a strong trump card "Cadillac", allowing this brand to maintain a leading position, in particular in the overseas market. You do not have to pay extra for a full power package (it even includes electric front seats and a steering column), a keyless entry system and much more, up to a special sensor, at the signal of which the headlights will automatically switch to low beam when an oncoming car approaches. However, Cadillacs began to be equipped with this device back in the 50s, when luxurious American cars were considered the best in the world. Times are different now. The STS is just one of many good business class sedans. Although the Cadillac emblem continues to put the owner of the car in the circle of selected motorists with a non-trivial taste. At least when it comes to Russia.
The new sedan is presented as "sporty" is nothing more than a marketing ploy.
| Brief technical characteristics “CadillacSTS 4.6 AWD” | |
| dimensions | 498.6x184.4x146.3 cm |
| Curb weight | 1.919 kg |
| Engine | V8, 4.6L |
| Power | 320 HP at 6.400 rpm |
| Torque | 315 Nm at 4,400 rpm |
| Max speed | 250 km/h |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h | 7.2 s |
| Average fuel consumption | 12.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel supply | 66.2 l |
Cadillac STS (Seville Touring Sedan), built on the GM Sigma platform, is the flagship sedan of the Cadillac Motor Car Division production line, for some markets the name has been changed to Cadillac SLS - Seville Luxury Sedan, without making any major changes to the model.
The fourth generation Cadillac Seville (it makes no sense to consider the first three models due to the fact that they are rarities and are not used in everyday trips) are well known to our compatriots, since it was he who, one of the first, began to conquer the domestic market in the early 90s and enjoyed great popularity, though mainly among criminals, as a chic front-wheel drive alternative to the “six hundredth” Mercedes W140.
Compared to the clumsy and heavy Merino, the Cadillac CTC was truly a sports car, and after replacing the first 4.9-liter cast-iron engine with an advanced aluminum V8 4.6L Nordstar series, public admiration knew no bounds at all.
The excellent ride of the Cadillac STS, thanks to its almost three-meter wheelbase and overall suspension settings, is a real pleasure to drive, especially on the highway. Add to this a luxurious interior, a luxurious Bose audio system and we have a luxurious American, for those who understand.
There is another interesting, but almost useless option of Cadillac - night vision system (night vision) - amazing entertainment in absolute darkness, a black and white image is projected onto the windshield, allowing you to move without using external lights at all - feel like a Terminator ("Judgmental day").
Cadillac STS engines
The downside of the 4.6L motor to this day is catastrophic intolerance to overheating and, as a result, to uncontrolled waste of engine oil. When buying a used Cadillac STS 4,6 Nordstar, you should pay attention to engine oil - evaluate the amount on the dipstick in the engine sump and soot on the spark plugs. If fears about waste are confirmed, it is better to refuse the purchase (more details below).
After a stream of customer requests to the Cadillac dealership, an update was made to the software, signaling to the driver that the internal combustion engine temperature was exceeded. The signaling device was implemented non-standard - sequential messages on the information display of the dashboard:
- Upon reaching a temperature of 117 degrees Celsius, the driver was asked to slow down and give the opportunity to cool the engine, the air conditioner was also forcibly turned off to reduce the load on the power unit
- The second message, at 124 degrees, recommended stopping the car.
- If this did not help, then at 127 degrees the alarm was turned on, the driver was informed about the forced shutdown of the engine, and after a minute the electronics stopped the fuel supply and sparking.
Very soon, however, the forced shutdown had to be abandoned due to the increased accident rate of suddenly stalled cars on the roads. Reading messages, as well as controlling devices in general, was not customary at that time either in our country or abroad, and the motors "flew" like autumn leaves.
By the way, high-quality repair of an aluminum engine is now only possible for very risky professionals, most services will definitely refuse to repair, knowing all the possible consequences and a series of warranty claims. And the cost of high-quality repairs is economically justified only for cars up to five to seven years old, for older cars - it is equivalent to doubling the cost of a car after an internal combustion engine repair.
The supercharged V8 4.4 Nordstar supercharger, exotic for Russia, is almost impossible to find and it is pointless to consider it in this article due to its limited distribution. Let's say that the Cadillac STS-V with a 4.4 Nordstar engine can be compared with the Mercedes AMG and BMW M series, but in terms of the cost of purchase and maintenance, the Caddy will give a good head start to the Germans, but will not yield to them in comfort, acceleration and handling.
Automatic Cadillac STS
Cadillac STS gearboxes are only automatic - two five-speed 5L40e and 5L50, and a six-speed 6L50 transmission for the most powerful power unit, there are no complaints about any of the above automatic transmissions.
The 4T80-E automatic transmission installed on the first Cadillac STS is generally considered a survival champion - to ruin this unit you have to be an absolutely crazy "specialist".
Cadillac STS Suspension Problems
Another costly item for Cadillac STS owners is expensive suspension shock absorbers, equipped not only with pneumatic elements to maintain the body in a horizontal position regardless of the load, but also with the proprietary Magnetic Ride Control (MRC shock absorber) stiffness system, which are installed on almost the entire Cadillac range from the Cadillac CTS sedan and SRX crossover, to the Cadillac Escalade SUV.
Unlike the common system for changing stiffness by adjusting the throughput of valves and throttles with a "static" characteristic of the shock absorber fluid from other manufacturers, Cadillac uses a magnetorheological fluid (Ferromagnetic fluid - FMF, magnetic fluid, ferrofluid, ferrofluid), the fluidity of which varies depending on road conditions at the command of the suspension control unit.
Of course, for the Cadillac STS you can pick up shock absorbers without MRC, but some models have a firmware that reduces the maximum allowable speed to 140 km / h in the event of a "malfunction" of standard shock absorbers. The problem can be solved by replacing the software, or by installing a "trick".
The resource of the aluminum suspension arms of the Cadillac STS can be envied by the owners of Audi and BMW, but if the time has come for a replacement, then the price is quite comparable with the Germans and will definitely not please.
Problem with the Casillac STS engine control unit
I recalled the controversial design decision to place the engine control unit on the Cadillac STS - in the niche between the front bumper and the front left wheel arch - driving into a snowdrift, a deep puddle, damage to the front left fender liner and similar "achievements" easily immobilize your car, or at least , you get "light music" on the dashboard in the performance of signaling devices for randomly disconnecting modules, coupled with a sudden discharge of the battery. Careful!
Repair Cadillac STS
Vita-Motors offers all Cadillac owners a full range of services for diagnostics, repairs, scheduled maintenance and, of course, tuning.
We have at our disposal first-class diagnostic equipment (TechII and MDI scanners), all technical literature on the repair and maintenance of Cadillac STS, a warehouse of necessary consumables, spare parts and lubricants.
In terms of Cadillac STS tuning, we can offer a wide range of parts and equipment for changing the exterior and interior, as well as professional Cadillac STS chip tuning from removing the speed / speed limiter and changing the transmission operation algorithm to completely replacing the fuel card - all software replacement work Cadillac STS are made with a guarantee and the ability to roll back to the standard firmware (open, non-locked firmware developed by Vita-Motors specialists).
Your Cadillac is our concern.
If you really want a big Cadillac...
If you want to join the community of owners of the legendary Cadillac brand, but do not have the opportunity or desire to spend large sums both on buying and maintaining a luxury car, we recommend that you pay attention to Cadillac Fleetwod. A huge, luxurious (for its time) rear-wheel drive Cadillac, with a V8 5.7 (analogous to the Chevrolet Tahoe), the cost of ownership is almost equal to the Chevrolet Caprice.
Unfortunately, there are not many of these iconic cars left, but you can still find them in excellent condition. Good luck!
post scriptum
Cadillac DTS - DeVille Touring Sedan is considered the big brother of Seville and belongs to full size cars, although it is built on the same base, has absolutely the same design, etc. But, of course, more outside and inside. And this means that this article can be taken into account not only by the owners of the Cadillac STS, but also by the potential owners of the Cadillac Deville, as well as the Cadillac Eldorado ETC (Eldorado Touring Coupe) coupe.
