New Models Cadillac CTS-V (2016)

Cadillac launched the latest model of the Cadillac CTS-V in 2016 at the Detroit Auto Show 2015. US car comes with changes in terms of exterior and interior, more aggressive front face with a redesigned grille.

This model will use a 640 horsepower (477 kW), 630 pounds-ft of torque (855 Nm) and a top speed of 200 mph, the new CTS-V reaches higher than its predecessor. With more horsepower and torque than the Mercedes-Benz 5.5L biturbo V-8 and BMW M-series 4.4L TwinPower (twin-turbo) V-8, the new CTS-V capable of 0-60 in 3.7 seconds performance.

Exterior and Interior

Use of carbon fiber on the front splitter, hood vents, rear diffuser and spoiler are more aggressive. The CTS-V's dual-purpose capability carries over to the interior, where the design and relationship of key components are focused expressly on performance-driving ergonomics.

"With the performance the new CTS-V is capable of delivering, the interior needs to be as functional as the other vehicle systems," said Smith. "All of the contact points - the steering wheel, seats, shifter and pedals - are designed to make performance driving experiences direct and intuitive."

The CTS-V features standard 20-way performance-oriented heated and ventilated front seats trimmed in semi-aniline leather, with sueded microfiber inserts and seatbacks. Available RECARO performance front seats deliver aggressive, adjustable bolsters that help hold the driver and front passenger in place during high-load cornering. They also have a luxury-performance feel, trimmed in Mulan leather with sueded microfiber inserts and seatbacks.

Additional features include Cadillac's cut-and-sew elements, with decorative stitching and authentic materials such as available sueded steering wheel and shift knob. Three color combinations are offered: Jet Black, Jet Black with Light Platinum accents and Saffron with Jet Black accents.

The CTS-V features a unique version of the 12.3-inch instrument panel cluster display, with V-Series graphics and distinctive gauge readouts and complementing full-color, reconfigurable head-up display. It is also equipped with the latest connectivity technologies from Cadillac:

• CUE with Bluetooth connectivity with natural voice recognition
• Navigation with Bose Surround Sound audio
• Siri Eyes Free and text-to-voice that converts incoming text messages to speech and reads them over the audio system speakers
• Wireless inductive phone charging
• OnStar 4G LTE connectivity with built-in Wi-Fi hotspot.

The Performance Data Recorder is controlled via CUE's color touch screen, and recordings can be reviewed on the screen when the vehicle is parked.

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