Comforts

The new Cadillac CTS 2014 is based on the stretched version of its smaller sibling. The 2014 model wheelbase is likely to be more, and it can afford almost 40 inches leg room for rear passengers. The front overhangs are short and continue with the company’s artistic design with angular headlamps that can stretch up to the front fenders.

Speculations

It is expected that the new 2014 model will get a base engine and the regular V6 engine is expected to continue even for 2014 model. It can churn out 350 horsepower through the forced induction. The present 6-speed automatic is likely to get swapped in favor of 8-speed auto to keep the vehicle luxurious.

CTS for 2014 is expected to get released at Detroit Auto Show in the year 2013 and it will be out for sales by the end of 2013.

Spied

The prototype model has been spied and it displays the dual-panel sunroof and LED DRLS. It also includes adaptive cruise control of complete range, rear automatic braking, lane departure warning, forward collision alert, and intelligent brake assist.

Pricing Information

The starting price of the vehicle with sedan body styling is around $36,000. The base model in the lineup is priced at around $38,000.



Engine in the base model is advanced with the direct injection technology.

2010 Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon and 2010 Cadillac CTS Coupe are priced at a premium pricing of $2,000.

To get all-wheel drive, you have to spend an extra $3,200 for base model and around $2,000 for Sport Wagons.

The CTS-V sedan with rear-wheel drive starts at a cost of $60,000. Popular options for Cadillac CTS are grouped into “premium,” “luxury,” and “performance” packages, which variously include features like leather upholstery, steering-linked xenon headlights, wood cabin trim, sport suspension, power sunroof, 18-inch alloy wheels, power front seats, and cooled/heated front seats.

2010 Cadillac CTS Price in UK

The powerful version- 2010 Cadillac CTS price starts at £56,495 OTR. The price of Cadillac CTS in UK ranges from 26,995 pounds for 2.8 liter model and 32,995 pounds for 3.6 liter version.

What makes CTS Wagon a Good Buy?

Power-train

A V6 engine having a 3.6ltr displacement is mated with a 6-speed manual transmission. This standard engine produces a power of 304 hp and torque of 273 ft-pounds. An optional engine 3 ltr V6 engine is available for generating 270 hp and 223 pf torque. AWD is offered, which is operated as RWD in normal conditions. Fuel efficiency is 18 mpg in town. It has an EPA rating of 27/22 mpg in highways/city.

Interior and Exterior

The CTS wagon comes with more space for cargos, stylish dashboards, in-built knobs and switches, associated trim and foldable seats. It is equipped with all the modern technologies and facilities.

Rear roof pillars, unbroken low roof-line, hood creases, and tall tail-lights make the wagon to look more sophisticated.

Limitations

The thick rear roof pillars leave very small space for the rear windows, which doesn’t provide a clear rear visibility.

Price

This price of this model starts at $39,150 including the shipping charges, which is $825. Initially, it was available at a cost of $54,445 and there was a price cut of $3,055.

Overall, Cadillac CTS Wagon is a good choice.

Prologue

You just need to press a set key series on the dashboard; this will display any warnings, trouble codes, or watch conditions that are scrutinized by the several available control systems.

These troubleshooting codes in 2003 Cadillac 2003 are known as Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC).

These codes can be reset using onboard diagnostics and in some situations, it can also change the way that the vehicle functions.

List of DTC for 2003 Cadillac CTS

Given below is a list that includes some of the common 2003 Cadillac CTS troubleshooting codes:

• DTC B0001: PCM Discrete Input Speed Signal Error

• DTC B0012, B0013, B0014, B0016, B0017, or B0018: Passenger Frontal/Right front Deployment Loop Circuit

• DTC B0022, B0024, B0026, B0042, B0043, or B0044: Driver Frontal/Left front Deployment Loop Circuit

• DTC B0040, B0041, or B0045: Driver Side/Left front Deployment Loop Circuit

• DTC B0051: Deployment Commanded

• DTC B0053: Deployment Commanded with Loop Malfunctions Present

Convenience and Comfort Features

The new Lincoln MKZ provides a little extra internal space for the passengers than the new Cadillac CTS. These vehicles offer almost the same legroom space for the occupants in both rear and front seats.

Power-train Specs Comparison

2011 Cadillac CTS sedan is propelled by a supercharged 6.2 litre V8 engine, which delivers an amazing 556 horsepower and a torque of around 551 lb-feet, while the new 2011 Lincoln MKZ sedan is driven by a V6 3.5 litre engine that gives an output of around 263 hp and a torque of 249 lb-feet.


CTS coupe comes standard in a rear wheel drive form, whereas the MKZ sedan is available in both FWD and AWD versions. The CTS engine is paired with a standard 6-speed manual and an optional 6-speed auto transmission facility, while MKZ sedan has got a single 6-speed auto transmission system.


The fuel economy rating of CTS coupe is 14 mpg in cities and 19 mpg on highways. But, in the case of Lincoln MKZ, it is 17 mpg in the city limits and 24 mpg on highways.


We hope this comparative analysis of Cadillac CTS Coupe and Lincoln MKZ has helped you to gain some knowledge about these two vehicles.

This was GM’s first manual transmission vehicle to be released since 1988.

The CTS was inspired by a Cadillac concept know as the Evoq in the 1999 Detroit Auto Show.

This post presents the very best of Cadillac CTS Pictures that you can find over the internet; if you’ve any good ones, please do drop in your comment, and suggest further additions to this list.

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