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No More Rumors: GM Press Release 2009 CTS-V

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#1 · (Edited)
Direct from the rumors forum: http://www.cadillacforums.com/forum...s/127765-any-new-leaked-info.html#post1356906

Buried in a thread was a link to a 'to be' released GM press release, put up on the GM media website early:

http://media.gm.com/us/gm/en/news/e.../ctsv/08_NAIAS_09_Cadillac CTS-V_Overview.htm

I thought this belonged over here now, that it would appear 'official'.

MEDIA.GM.COM; said:
2009 CTS-V: CADILLAC’S ULTIMATE EXPRESSION OF PERFORMANCE AND LUXURY

DETROIT – As the new CTS sport sedan earns accolades and new owners, Cadillac takes the next leap forward by premiering the 2009 CTS-V, the brand’s ultimate expression of performance and luxury.

Launching in the fourth quarter of 2008, the all-new CTS-V intends to combine the serious performance of an elite sports car with the poise and elegance of a prestigious luxury sedan. Part of Cadillac’s acclaimed V-Series of high-performance models, CTS-V delivers an estimated 550 horsepower (410 kW). More than just power, CTS-V also includes a comprehensive suite of technical and design enhancements, including Magnetic Ride Control, an industry-first Performance Traction Management program and the addition of a new automatic transmission with paddle-shift control.

“The CTS-V represents the full extension of our design, technology and performance capabilities,” says Jim Taylor, Cadillac general manager. “The V-Series takes the award-winning CTS sport sedan and elevates it to a position within the club of the world’s most exclusive and capable cars.”

As an all-new version of the CTS sport sedan was prepared for 2008, Cadillac engineers and designers began to scheme a new CTS-V that would reach much higher in terms of performance and luxury. Through the original CTS-V, Cadillac proved it could develop a very potent, high-performance sedan. The challenge for the 2009 model was enhancing every aspect in a comprehensive manner, along with reaching higher performance limits.

Several key technical and design elements combine to transform the already highly capable CTS into the new V-Series. Like the existing CTS, the V-Series is the product of an intensive development process across North America and Europe, including famed test tracks and millions of miles of road. Supporting Cadillac’s ongoing global expansion, the 2009 CTS-V is planned to be offered outside North America for the first time, including exports to Europe, the Middle East and Asia.

Sophisticated technical enhancements
The 2009 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. This is of particular benefit for a high-performance sedan, helping to keep the car very composed during hard cornering, acceleration, braking and other dynamic maneuvers.

MRC technology first appeared on the Cadillac STS performance sedan and has been used on some of the world’s most celebrated cars, including the Chevrolet Corvette and a select few European sports cars.

Enabling the precise control expected in a high-performance sedan, the 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.

Performance Traction Management uses the same sort of electronics as stability control programs such as Cadillac’s StabiliTrak system, but applies it in a different manner. Rather than monitoring and controlling wheel slip to assist in stopping or slowing the car, PTM regulates torque delivery to instantly match the available tire grip for maximum acceleration.

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.

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.

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.

Accentuated design elements

The 2009 CTS-V extends Cadillac’s acclaimed design language, both inside and out. The V-Series includes all the elements of the CTS sport sedan’s well received cabin, while adding some elegant and purposeful accents.

V-Series will offer Recaro performance driving seats, providing excellent support for spirited driving and adding to the luxurious and purposeful interior. These new, 14-way adjustable performance seats 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.

The car’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.

The exterior of the new CTS-V amplifies the assertive stance and elegant details of the standard car, and communicates the car’s remarkable capabilities. The dihedral Cadillac grille is larger to enable more air intake and features a satin finish. The raised hood encompasses the supercharged engine, and new front and rear fascias identify the vehicle as a V-Series. The car’s 19-inch wheels enhance its stance on the road.

The founding member of the V-Series, CTS-V was initially offered in 2004 and sold primarily in North America through the 2007 model year. The supercharged STS-V and XLR-V were added in 2006 to make the V-Series an exclusive trio of models all capable of zero-to-60 acceleration in less than five seconds with enhanced overall performance and luxury features.
Talk amongst yourselves.

-Chris
 
#36 ·
Bah. People who won't/can't pay what they ask for this car should stick to the base CTS, or maybe an SRT8 Charger.
 
#37 ·
Bah. People who won't/can't pay what they ask for this car should stick to the base CTS, or maybe an SRT8 Charger.

Ouch. Autoweek is predicting $62K, but I just don't see how GM can bring it in at that price with all this technology. The 1/4 mile calculator predicts 12.2 seconds off the showroom floor. Not that anyone here cares about drag racing.
 
#39 · (Edited)
Did I miss bluetooth? Carbon fiber?
 
#40 ·
Well there goes more of my money...:yup: I'm sold...:sneaky:
 
#43 ·
I'm very pissed that this is coming with cast pistons; that means the motor is going to be a ticking timebomb IMO, and modding is going to be a very risky proposition. The extra weight not only means a slower car, but more shit breaking in the long run.

I LOVE THE INTERIOR. If this thing is priced under $70K I'm buying one. Period.
 
#52 ·
I LOVE THE INTERIOR. If this thing is priced under $70K I'm buying one. Period.
No way Caddy prices this car 15k over what it is now. No question it will be priced under 70k. I'm going to guess 59k base with maybe 3-5k for options like automatic and such.
 
#44 ·
While there is no doubt 4200 lbs is heavy, someone posted that the M5 and E63 are lighter, weighing in at little more than 4000 lbs. That is quite wrong, the C63 weighs 4035 lbs, as reported by Car and Driver, both the E and M5 are substantially larger and heavier so weight should be equal to the new V.
Love the car, but want to see how this thing launches and actual performances figures before running to the dealer. That said it's awesome looking inside especially, Recaro Seats rock, had them on my Audi S4. Seems most issues have been dealt with, now if they could just improve the dealerships.
 
#45 ·
Well, I wasn't sold on the looks of it at the beginning, but GM sure finished it off well. Audi, BMW, and MB have to be pissing their pants now. As long as it's under $70k, I think this car will be a huge hit for Cadillac.

L5, I hear you on the strategery. Gonna be very hard not to be an early adopter this time around.
 
#48 ·
This car is what I expected from GM and Cadillac. Homerun good to be a GM fan , I'm so proud....Looks like a total package not worried about pistons I will wait till the Warr. is up before I need anymore than bolt-ons with this package. I would start with things to reduce weight like wheels ,two-piece rotors etc. Hell this car rocks just the way it is.. This is a car I want to buy not lease. :cloud9:I'm tingling just thinking of this in my garage now lets see what color yummmmm, Can't freekin wait
 
#54 ·
me likey, but no more 1st year cars for me. Ill wait until 2010 to pick up a new one just to make sure the bugs are worked out...there WILL be some.
Dont expect to do pulley mods on the s/c, as the pulley is integral to the shaft it rides on, you gotta swap the whole assembly...which isnt practical.

F
 
#59 · (Edited)
That supercharger package is very nice indeed, maybe 30-40lb more on the nose than a normally-aspirated motor? They could easily get that back by putting the battery in the trunk, if they were of a mind to do so.

Peak RPM isn't what counts, useful rev range and area under the torque curve gets you from A to B. A motor that's good from 1500 to 6500RPM is a lot nicer to live with than one that's only got 5000 to 8000.

GM needs the Guilty Conscience Triple-Play - dust off the EV1, cook up (no pun intended) a nice LiIon powerpack for it, and for $200K the truck rolls up and delivers a ZR1 Vette, a CTS-V, and an EV1 right to your driveway.

AGW is a load of crap, but EVs can still be a good idea and a lot of fun anyway...to my mind GM did only two compelling products in the US in the entire decade of the 1990s - the C5 'Vette and the EV1.
 
#57 ·
As a longtime import buyer, I can't believe GM has built a car this good. I mean, when I read the specs and then looked at those interior pix, I nearly peed my pants. The V is what brought me to this site. The base CTS with DI is already a compelling value compared to the Acura I drive now. I was already thinking of moving to an M5 when I heard about the new V. Price willing, this CTS-V will be in my garage later this year. Time to make a deposit! And I'm not kidding.....you should see how we're reacting to this car on the Acura boards. This car has gotten everyone's attention.

I'm serious enough that I'm already looking for snow tires for this puppy for next winter....
 
#58 ·
All I wish for is sunroof delete at this stage. I'll take Black Raven with paddles for my wife (it's her car). I'm about as excited as when the final E55 specs and pics were released back in 2003 after having a deposit down for 1 1/2 years. Despite still owning the E55, it has been nothing but trouble. Was in the first shipment to arrive in US. Having the newest toy that others want but don't have yet is really fun, but can come back to bite you in the ass. Looks like I'm about to make the same mistake twice! Like Maxwell Smart used to say "............and loving it!"
 
#65 ·
Oh. My. God. They have done it. What looks to be the perfect 4-door sports sedan...

Only time shall tell ;)

Put me down for one black on black '09 CTS-V!!!! And that interior.... Oooooooooohhhh.
 
#67 ·
Verily. Black on black with black powder coating over the chrome. Delete sunroof if possible.

Auto or stick? Auto or stick??? :hmm: Gotta drive both.
 
#69 ·
You have to go manual, c'mon now....

I am getting an 08 Jeep SRT8 as soon as I can sell my current V. I was planning on buying a sports car of some sort (C6Z or 996tt) in a year or two to compliment the Jeep, but now another CTS-V may blur the outcome of that. Thank god Cadillac did this car justice. Can't wait to test drive one a year from now.

This is going to be a fun car to mod :cool2:
 
#70 ·
Well, I'm now focusing on getting enough dough to plop down a nice down payment in late 2009/early 2010 on a '10 model. It will be tough to watch others get theirs. And now I can't wait for Detroit.


How difficult and expensive do you think it would be to spec out the V engine to match the ZR1's?
 
#73 ·
Well, after a long time hiatus away from the Forum, I am back! This new V has brought back feelings similar to those I felt waiting for the 1st gen. V to arrive. Reading the specs on this new V have me shaking my head in astonishment, excitement, and disbelief! I so want one!

This car is awesome! I have this completely insane number crunching scheme going on in my head as to how I can keep my current V, AND buy a new one!

Cheers fellas, this is going to be fun!

-MB
 
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