2016 Cadillac CTS-V Ditches Manual Gearbox, Multiple Bodystyles

Derek Kreindler
by Derek Kreindler

There will be no manual transmission for the 2016 Cadillac CTS-V, but that’s ok. If you’d like a coupe, or a stick shift, there’s always the ATS-V.

On the other hand, the CTS-V is the only place to get a supercharged V8. In this case, it’s a variant of the Corvette Z06’s LT4 engine, making 640 horsepower and 630 lb-ft of torque.

Backed by an 8-speed automatic transmission, the CTS-V also features a limited slip differential, magnetic ride shocks and launch control. Recaro sport seats are optional.




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  • SayHiToYourMom SayHiToYourMom on Dec 22, 2014

    Can anyone tell me why Cadillac doesn't offer custom colors in paint and leather in these cars? I cross shopped the CTS-V when I bought my car (Audi S4) and the fact that there are effectively 4 paint colors and 2 leather colors in this car made it a no go for me. I hate the old man colors they offer, and you'd think if they want to compete with the Germans they would let you customize anything, as opposed to nothing. Mercedes, Audi, Porsche, and BMW will all let you paint your car ANY color you want, and it comes with their factory warranty. No American companies do this, but Dodge isn't trying to compete with BMW - GM explicitly is.

    • Madman2k Madman2k on Dec 22, 2014

      The Mustang comes in quite a few colors, as does the RAM 2500/3500 series. Just two off the top of my head.

  • EAF EAF on Dec 22, 2014

    Different strokes, different folks. I think this CTS is gorgeous and if I had the bank I would absolutely purchase this over any M or AMG badge. The only reason I would opt for the SRT Hellcat Challenger, over this CTS, is the 6 speed Tremec. Alas, I only have Civic Si money.

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    • Hybridkiller Hybridkiller on Dec 22, 2014

      @energetik9 I dated a woman for a while who had a '09 CTS V. Was it a magnificent beast? Absolutely. Would I characterize it as a "fun" car? Not in a million years.

  • MaintenanceCosts It's not a Benz or a Jag / it's a 5-0 with a rag /And I don't wanna brag / but I could never be stag
  • 3-On-The-Tree Son has a 2016 Mustang GT 5.0 and I have a 2009 C6 Corvette LS3 6spd. And on paper they are pretty close.
  • 3-On-The-Tree Same as the Land Cruiser, emissions. I have a 1985 FJ60 Land Cruiser and it’s a beast off-roading.
  • CanadaCraig I would like for this anniversary special to be a bare-bones Plain-Jane model offered in Dynasty Green and Vintage Burgundy.
  • ToolGuy Ford is good at drifting all right... 😉
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