Contents
Cadillac CTS: a Cadillac original, a global competitor
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Trend-setting design sets CTS apart from the luxury crowd
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Powertrains and chassis for a world-class sports sedan
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The Matrix Reloaded starring CTS: a blockbuster star of the
silver screen
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Equipment & Pricing
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Technical Specifications
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Kroymans – specialist in premium brands
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February 2005
Cadillac CTS: a Cadillac original, a global competitor
The boldly styled CTS model represents a true luxury sports sedan with a
European driving feel, a car representing the global brand that Cadillac has
become. A clear sign of that commitment was General Motors’ engineering and
development team testing the CTS’s rigid, durable chassis and sophisticated
suspension system on the most challenging race circuit in the world,
Germany’s famed Nürburgring.
Styled in a modern interpretation of the cars that made Cadillac famous, the
Cadillac CTS is offered with the choice of two smooth-running six-cylinder
engines. The new 2.8-liter CTS sedan develops 158 kW (215 horsepower) and is
complemented by an all new 3.6 liter V6 with 189 kW (257 hp), linked to a
six-speed manual transmission or five-speed automatic. The CTS is every inch
a true Cadillac; a fusion of design and technology – what other car could be
the star of the Hollywood blockbuster movie Matrix Reloaded?
Overview
The CTS builds on Cadillac's century-long tradition of technology and design
innovation, and is a modern interpretation of the cars that made Cadillac
famous. Characteristic cues include vertical headlamps and tail lamps, a
refinement of a Cadillac tradition that first appeared in 1965. The
integrated headlamps convey the high-tech image of optical instruments and
high-end camera lenses.
Thin and tall, they create space for the large, louvered grille that tapers
into the classic Cadillac grille with the prominent wreath and crest logo and
a dramatic, rising shoulder line that refracts the light. It splits the car
into a light upper and dark lower section, adding to the perceived length of
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the vehicle. The body’s stature is accentuated by strong wheel arches,
defined by a precise undercut in the metal – a feature that makes the
standard 16-inch or optional 17-inch aluminium wheels seem even larger.
The two modern V6 engines boast high levels of performance and refinement.
Mounted longitudinally in an especially compact arrangement, common features
include aluminium cylinder heads, four valves per cylinder, four overhead
cams and electronically controlled “drive-by-wire” throttle, assuring
sensitive engine response to driver input.
The 2.8L V-6 VVT is the second-produced variant of GM’s new global V-6 engine
family, an all-aluminium 60-degree dual overhead cam, four-valve-per-cylinder
design, developing 158 kW (215 hp) at 7000 rpm and 262 Nm of torque at 3300
rpm. The engine employs a wide range of advanced technologies, including
fully variable valve timing of the intake and exhaust valves and a dual-stage
variable intake manifold to deliver outstanding flexibility, fuel economy and
emissions control.
The 3.6L V-6 VVT is an all-aluminium, 60-degree dual overhead cam, fourvalves-per-cylinder design, with fully variable valve timing and a dual-stage
variable intake manifold, developing 189 kW (257 hp) at 6200 rpm and 340 Nm
of torque at 3200 rpm. Externally it is distinguished from its smaller
stablemate by the use of dual, rather than a single exhaust.
The CTS’ Sigma architecture is the first usage of ultra high-strength steel
at GM and the first time the steel has been incorporated as a welded member
of the structure. In the past, ultra high-strength steel was limited to
applications such as bumpers, where bolts were used for attachment. Ultra
high-strength steel permits the use of thinner, lighter steel, which reduces
mass yet still allows proper energy absorption and reduces intrusion into the
passenger compartment in an accident.
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The distinctive form vocabulary of the Cadillac CTS is also reflected in the
interior design, with a new instrument cluster which includes strikingly
designed dials reminiscent of stop watches and a three-spoke steering wheel
with V-shaped airbag cover. The center console features displays for the
sound system, climate control and the optional navigation unit, all
ergonomically arranged within the driver’s view. A range of leather interiors
are available, including a particularly elegant two-tone version featuring
contrasting colors for the well designed and comfortable seats. A cloth
interior is standard on Comfort and Elegance.
The Cadillac CTS is distinguished by generous interior space for a
performance sedan, comfortably accommodating five people. The cabin measures
a generous 1075 by 940 mm, while front shoulder room is also exemplary at
1438 mm. The trunk has a VDA cargo rating of 420 liters while fold-down
60/40-split rear seats means the cargo capacity can be further increased with
ease.
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Standard equipment
Standard equipment includes six next-generation airbags. The two dual-stage
front airbags inflate according to crash severity to avoid unnecessary
injuries during minor collisions. Side-on impacts trigger front-seat-mounted
side bags and roof-mounted curtain bags which inflate between the A- and Cpillars to ensure that all outboard occupants are protected. Because they
inflate over a large area, the air cushions also protect the heads of smaller
passengers.
A European way of driving with sporty, agile handling, was the guiding
principle for the CTS designers, who created a sophisticated rear-wheel-drive
chassis with near-perfectly balanced weight distribution – 53 % front, 47 %
rear.
The front suspension features a double A-arm design with coil springs. The
rear wheels are mounted on a five-link rear axle, isolated from the body by
four rubber mounts. The front upper and lower control arms are made of
aluminium, which is also used on the rear axle for the upper control arm and
the suspension knuckles. Specially designed for European requirements, the
suspension guarantees good ride comfort, even on poor-quality surfaces and
with the car fully loaded.
All CTS models are factory-fitted with the Nivomat self-leveling rear
suspension system from the German company Sachs Automotive. The StabiliTrak
stability control system is fitted as standard. It increases driving safety
in high speed swerves or sudden avoidance manoeuvres, restabilizing the car
through precise application of the brakes on individual wheels and if
necessary retards the engine timing. Adapted from the driving dynamics system
in the Corvette, the system is highly responsive and can adjust braking at
any of the four wheels to maintain vehicle control.
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The Cadillac CTS is built at the General Motors Lansing Grand River (LGR)
assembly plant in Lansing, Michigan, alongside the CTS-V, all-new SRX luxury
utility vehicle and STS luxury sedan. The plant is one of the most advanced,
state-of-the-art assembly plants in the world. It was awarded the prestigious
prestigious Gold Plant Award as a leader in initial vehicle quality among
luxury nameplates, following the 2004 J.D. Power and Associates Initial
Quality Study.
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February 2005
Trend-setting design sets CTS apart from the luxury crowd
The 2003 Cadillac CTS sedan was the first production car to fully embody the
division’s Art and Science design philosophy, first introduced on the 1999
Evoq concept roadster. The dramatic exterior form of the new sedan
immediately states the arrival of Art and Science on the road. The boldly
chiseled CTS, with its sheer forms, sharp edges and crisp intersecting lines,
at once honors Cadillac’s history and points toward its bright future.
“Cadillac at its peak was known for bold, trend-setting design and
innovative, ground-breaking technology-it was indeed the standard of the
world,” said Wayne K. Cherry, General Motors vice president of Design. “At
its best, its styling was overt and dramatic. CTS is certainly dramatic, yet
also refined. It builds on this heritage in a bold, new way.”
Cadillac’s Art and Science design form vocabulary borrows the sharp forms,
angular shapes and crisp edges of stealth aircraft technology, among other
American, high-tech geometric influences. The risk-taking design that results
is marked by a taut, lean body that’s long from dash to axle, with short
overhangs.
The CTS exterior design team, led by Thomas Kearns, had two objectives for
the profile view: Use the feature line as the dominant theme with an emphasis
on vertical ends, and accentuate the stance of the vehicle. The rear track of
CTS is a fixed design point, as is the fender flare. The vehicle sides were
tucked in slightly to enhance that flare for a more tapered look. The sail
panel also enhances the fast, formal look, giving CTS a sportier appearance.
Simple but dramatic, the hood kicks up into the fender line for a sweeping,
dynamic look. An example of the efforts of CTS designers to formulate
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technical precision in details is the beltline; it extends through to the
distinctive rear as well as to the front in a subtle fender line.
Traditional design cues, including the grille and exterior lighting have been
brought right up to date on the CTS. Cadillac’s keynote vertical headlights
and taillights first appeared in 1965. CTS carries on and refines the
tradition with integrated headlights that convey the high-tech image of
optical instruments and high-end camera lenses.
Thin and tall, they create space for the large, louvered egg-crate grille —
another Cadillac staple, this one dating back to the 1930s. The shield-shaped
grille prominently houses the new Cadillac wreath and crest emblem. A
tungsten halogen headlamp system is standard on the CTS, with a highintensity discharge (HID) system as an option, standard on up-level models.
In response to customers who disliked the intense blue light from some HID
headlights, the light from the HID lamps of the CTS has been toned down, with
illumination that is more white than blue.
Both halogen and HID forward lamps incorporate automatic dynamic headlamp
leveling systems to keep the light beams focused on the road under all
conditions. This key CTS safety feature provides better vision for the driver
and reduces glare for oncoming traffic. Rear fog lamps, position lamps, tail
lamps, headlamp optics and side repeater lamps are all unique to meet
specific European legal requirements.
The rear view complements the front, with a full-color wreath and crest
integrated into the center line and a wide V-shaped center high-mounted stop
light (CHMSL). The center high-mounted stop light of the CTS is illuminated
by neon, providing long bulb life, a smooth light pattern and almost-instant
illumination enabling quicker response time for braking for drivers in
vehicles travelling behind the CTS.
Cool, comfort and convenience in an inviting interior
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The Art and Science design philosophy evident in the exterior of the Cadillac
CTS continues throughout to the interior of the vehicle. The interior
provides all the amenities that luxury customers have come to expect, with
the emphasis on comfort and convenience. It uses warm, rich materials to
contrast with the cool, computer-like, high-tech cockpit appearance,
balancing the contemporary feel with touches of traditional luxury. Wooden
surfaces are used sparingly, only in areas with which the customer comes in
contact, such as on the shifter knob, top of the steering wheel and door
pulls.
American computer influence inspires the form vocabulary and content of the
inviting interior of the new Cadillac CTS, particularly in the instrument
panel and door treatments. The center stack especially borrows from the look
of a personal computer, and climate control air vents are reminiscent of
computer vents. Strong vertical elements throughout the interior reinforce
the vertical design themes established on the exterior.
The CTS steering wheel is a sporty three-spoke design, with the center of the
wheel sporting the Cadillac shield shape and wearing the wreath and crest.
The wheel also features a diamond cut center spline and a distinctive “mouse
button” to control the audio system volume and source.
Intuitive controls
The screen for the driver information / audio system is positioned high on
the center stack, well within the line of sight for both driver and
passengers. The controls are intuitive, with two large knobs for volume and
tuning, six presets, and seek and scan buttons. The steering wheel-mounted
mouse allows the driver to adjust the audio system volume and source. The
system includes an AM/FM/Radio Data System tuner, single-slot CD player,
onboard service diagnostics, a driver information center and other
personalization features. A 6-disc in-dash CD changer and CD-Rom navigation
are optional.
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The standard audio system is a seven-speaker Delphi-Delco system capable of
generating 200 Watts of power, while the uplevel Bose unit is an eightspeaker, 212-Watt system. An AM/FM Diversity antenna module is integrated
with the Keyless Entry Module, improving key fob reception.
The Denso integrated Heating Venting and Cooling (HVAC) system is another
world-class feature in CTS. As a result of the highair conditioning
performance, there is no need for rear A/C outlets. Floor ducting is located
under the seats.
Lighting was given much consideration in the design phase, both in form and
in function. Interior lights are recessed to reduce glare, and reading lights
are tightly focused to give the user a sense of privacy rather than being
under the spotlight. Courtesy lighting evenly distributes illumination
throughout the cabin.
Safety and security received special emphasis from the outset of CTS
development. Interior safety features include the LATCH (Lower Anchors and
Top Tether for Children) child safety seat installation system at both rear
outboard positions, and top tethers at all rear seat positions.
The front seats have integrated seatbelts that feature both energy management
retractors as well as pretensioners. The energy management retractors work to
limit the force exerted by the seatbelts on the passengers during impact. By
slightly feeding out the seatbelt just after the event, the retractors work
to keep ribs from bruising. The use of energy management retractors in the
CTS is a GM first.
The pretensioners work in tandem with the energy management retractors for
maximum effectiveness of the seatbelts. The pretensioners are able to take up
slack in the seatbelts as soon as an impact event is detected. Keeping the
occupants secure and limiting their movement is one way to potentially reduce
the severity of an event.
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The rear seatbelts are all three-point belts and are integrated into the rear
seat. With the split-folding rear seat, the center seatbelt mounts in the
rear deck and has a detachable latch that allows it to stow so that the seat
back can be folded. The rear doors have child security door locks. All side
doors are equipped with new side impact beams constructed of carbon ruled
steel, an industry first.
Six next-generation air bags are standard on CTS, including two dual-stage
front airbags, two front-seat-mounted side thorax bags and two roof-mounted
side curtain bags that run from A-pillar to C-pillar to protect all of the
vehicle’s occupants in the event of a side-impact crash.
The rail curtain airbags mount at the top of the B-pillar and run the full
length of the cabin. A tether mounts them at their respective A- and Cpillars and protects both front and rear passengers in the event of a sideimpact event. The rail air bags are designed to extend far enough down to
provide head protection for 5th percentile occupants.
On the interior of the vehicle, differences include standard fabric seating
surfaces with optional leather, optional front heated seats (cloth or
leather), three head restraints on the rear seat, and a standard split
folding rear seat back. Navigation and driver information systems support
multiple languages for voice and text, and the navigation system also
provides TV reception and auxiliary video inputs.
Sigma Architecture: Designs on Safety
In addition to being a versatile, sturdy architecture that can spawn many
different future products, GM’s new Sigma vehicle architecture was designed
and engineered with safety top of mind. CTS was designed and outfitted
accordingly.
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To enhance high-speed offset crash worthiness and occupant protection,
octagonal motor rails were used for the front zones of CTS. An octagonal
shape is the most efficient shape for energy absorption for a given mass.
While the octagonal shape has been used in other production vehicles, CTS
takes the design further by stamping the front zones and the rails from ultra
high-strength steel. Ultra high-strength steel permits the use of thinner,
lighter steel, which reduces mass yet still allows proper energy absorption
and reduces intrusion into the passenger compartment.
The motor rails then tie into long rails that travel from just behind the
front wheels, beneath the dash panel, and under the feet of the front-seat
passengers. Also stamped from ultra high-strength steel, they are nicknamed
“ski rails” by the structural engineers because of their length and shape. To
protect and maintain their geometry during a crash event, the ski rails are
injected with structural foam. The foam also prevents intrusion around the
occupants’ feet, another concern in high-speed offset crashes.
The Sigma architecture is the first usage of ultra high-strength steel in
General Motors, and the first time it has been incorporated as a welded
member of the structure. In the past, usage of ultra high-strength steel was
limited to applications such as bumpers, where bolts were used for
attachment. Even stronger ultra high-strength steel was used on the inner
rocker panels of CTS, to prevent the rocker from intruding into the passenger
compartment in a crash.
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February 2005
Powertrains and chassis for a world-class sports sedan
Designed from the ground up with a choice of smooth powerful V6 engines and
an exclusive rear-wheel-drive architecture, the new CTS equipped with a
manual transmission can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in less than seven seconds
and has excellent road-handling capabilities. Also, like any true sports
sedan, the CTS has something no rear-wheel-drive Cadillac has had before; a
six-speed manual transmission. This perfectly complements the CTS’ luxury and
bold, striking design with exhilarating, outstanding performance.
The two modern V6 engines boast high levels of performance and refinement.
Mounted longitudinally in an especially compact arrangement, common features
include aluminium cylinder heads, four valves per cylinder, four overhead
cams and electronically controlled “drive-by-wire” throttle, assuring
sensitive engine response to driver input.
The second-produced variant of GM’s new global V-6 engine family, the new
2.8L V-6 VVT is an all-aluminium 60-degree dual overhead cam, four-valve-percylinder design, developing 215 hp (158 kW) at 7000 rpm and 262 Nm of torque
at 3300 rpm. The engine employs a wide range of advanced technologies,
including fully variable valve timing of the intake and exhaust valves and a
dual-stage variable intake manifold to deliver outstanding flexibility, fuel
economy and emissions control.
The 3.6L V-6 VVT is an all-aluminium, 60-degree dual overhead cam, fourvalves-per-cylinder design, with fully variable valve timing and a dual-stage
variable intake manifold, developing 257 horsepower (189 kW) at 6200 rpm and
340 Nm of torque at 3200 rpm. Externally it is distinguished from its smaller
stablemate by the use of dual, rather than a single exhaust.
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Aisin six-speed manual transmission
New for 2005, the CTS will be offered with an Aisin six-speed manual
transmission. Eagerly anticipated by performance enthusiasts, Both models are
available with the six-speed manual or the Hydra-Matic 5L40-E automatic
transmission.
The six-speed transmission is fully synchronized (including reverse), with a
single overdrive. This allows for lower propshaft speeds and improved NVH.
The transmission is rated for 400 Nm (295 horsepower) and its unique
architecture is such that the gear inertias are lower, resulting in
significantly lower shift efforts compared to conventional RWD manual
transmissions. Customers not selecting the manual will receive a GM first: a
five-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission, the 5L40-E
Hydra-Matic, also used in the BMW 5 Series and X5 SUV.
A compact state-of-the-art transmission, the light 5L40-E features a full
complement of advanced electronic control capabilities. These include shift
mode buttons that allow the driver to select between “Sport,” “Winter” and
“Economy” modes, shift patterns that adapt to driving conditions and driver
style, traction control capability, engine torque management during shifts,
and powertrain protection capabilities.
Engine braking in all five gears
Another electronic feature is a first for GM: engine braking in all five
gears, gives the automatic the same sporty feel as downshifting a manual. The
system uses vehicle sensors and seamlessly shifts the automatic transmission
to a lower gear to maintain desired speed and minimize brake overheating when
driving downhill. This is especially useful in protecting the brakes when
towing a trailer, which is commonplace in Europe.
The 5L40-E uses an electronically controlled capacity clutch in the torque
converter, instead of a mechanical lock-up clutch. This clutch uses
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sophisticated electronics to maintain very small amounts of slip between the
pressure plate and the torque converter housing cover, and to maintain a
slight hydraulic cushion between the two halves of the torque converter. The
ability to precisely control continuously variable amounts of slip leads to
reduced torque pulses and allows the clutch to be applied at lower vehicle
speeds and with smoother engagement.
This results in improved drivability
and better fuel economy.
The electronics that control the “Sport Shift” adaptive mode are highly
advanced. Sport shift algorithms analyze throttle inputs, cornering factors
(wheel speed differences from left to right) and vehicle speed. Based on
these parameters, the 5L40-E is able to identify high-performance inputs from
the driver and hold a gear after the driver’s foot is lifted off the
accelerator pedal.
A European way of driving with sporty, agile handling, was the guiding
principle for the CTS designers, who created a sophisticated rear-wheel-drive
chassis with near-perfectly balanced weight distribution –
53 % front, 47 % rear.
The front suspension features a double A-arm design with coil springs. The
rear wheels are mounted on a five-link rear axle, isolated from the body by
four rubber mounts. The front upper and lower control arms are made of
aluminium, which is also used on the rear axle for the upper control arm and
the suspension knuckles. Specially designed for European requirements, the
suspension guarantees good ride comfort, even on poor-quality surfaces and
with the car fully loaded.
All CTS models destined for Europe are factory-fitted with the Nivomat selfleveling rear suspension system from the German company Sachs Automotive.
Traction control is also standard. If its sensors detect insufficient
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traction, the system immediately applies the brakes to the relevant wheels
and, if necessary, also retards the engine timing.
The standard available StabiliTrak stability control system increases driving
safety in high speed swerves or sudden avoidance manoeuvres, restabilizing
the car through precise application of the brakes on individual wheels.
Adapted from the driving dynamics system in the Corvette, the system is
highly responsive and can adjust braking at any of the four wheels to
maintain vehicle control.
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February 2005
The Matrix Reloaded starring CTS: a blockbuster star of the
silver screen
The Cadillac CTS is familiar to many as the star of a spectacular car chase
in Warner Bros' The Matrix Reloaded, a true Hollywood blockbuster. The film
is the second installment of a trilogy that began with The Matrix, the 1999
release that revolutionized the science-fiction/action film genre with
groundbreaking special effects and innovative storytelling. The Matrix also
was the first DVD to sell a million units and has since become the topselling DVD of all time.
“Cadillac has a long, rich history of interaction with American pop culture
in film, television and music, and this role in The Matrix Reloaded, for us,
is another tangible symbol of Cadillac's product renaissance,” said Mark
LaNeve, Cadillac general manager at the time. “Even though Cadillac has
appeared in more than 100 films over the past 100 years, this marked the
first time Cadillac strategically invested and leveraged its products in a
major film.”
“We selected Cadillac to play a major role in The Matrix Reloaded because we
knew the CTS could handle our rigorous production demands, as well as fit
seamlessly into the innovative, hyper-stylized world of the Matrix,” said
Joel Silver, producer of The Matrix trilogy.
The Cadillac CTS appeared in The Matrix Reloaded in one of the most elaborate
chase sequences ever filmed. After spending months searching for the perfect
highway location, filmmakers were unable to find an existing freeway that met
the necessary production requirements, so they built their own mile-and-ahalf-long freeway - complete with a 19-foot high wall and two overpasses - on
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a runway at the Alameda Naval Base in California. Cadillac turned over more
than 24 vehicles to the studios for the chase. The sequence runs
approximately 15 minutes but offers little insight into how Cadillac created
two-dozen vehicles that didn't yet exist. The story melds talent, hard work
and impeccable timing, not least because when filming started, the CTS was
still a year away from production!
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The story began in late 2000, when GM learned Warner Bros. Pictures was
seeking vehicles for The Matrix Reloaded. Cadillac’s corporate marketing team
instantly realized this was an ideal opportunity to show the car to young,
affluent audiences, who are difficult to reach with conventional media and
might not have considered a Cadillac in the past.
The CTS team pulled five vehicles from the prototype run and built them to
exact specifications. They also secured half a dozen vehicles from older
prototype models that, as part of the normal development process, were
scheduled to be crushed. Some were whole vehicles, other mere shells, missing
windows and interior parts such as seats or instruments panel, doors and
trim.
The team emptied their engineering garage to secure spare CTS parts, pulling
components out of recycling bins to be recovered and reconfigured. They spent
the next 10 weeks or so reconfiguring the CTS to meet the filmmakers' specs.
The hero vehicles needed to be in perfect condition for filming, but the
others didn't need to be as pristine because only small portions would be
filmed and the exteriors would be crashed almost immediately after filming
began.
The end result was a stunning action sequence in a spectacular movie, as
Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne and Carrie-Anne Moss, as
freedom fighters
Neo, Morpheus and Trinity, continued to lead the revolt against the Machine
Army, unleashing their arsenal of extraordinary skills and weaponry against
repression and exploitation in the last surviving city on Earth. Not
surprisingly both the movie and the Cadillac CTS have become icons of the new
Milllennium.
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February 2005
Cadillac CTS: Equipment & Pricing
CTS
2.8
2.8/3.6
2.8/3.6
Interior
COMFORT
ELEGANCE
SPORT LUXURY
S
S
Airbags frontal and
side-impact with head curtain,
driver and right front passenger
Center armrest front
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
Center armrest rear, includes dual
cupholders
Cargo convenience net, trunk
S
S
S
Dual zone climate control
S
S
S
Cruise control
S
S
S
Power door locks
S
S
S
Child security door locks rear
S
S
S
Memory package, includes
8-way power driver seat and outside
mirrors personalization
-
S
S
Electrochromic inside rearview
mirror (light-sensitive, auto dimming)
8-way power adjustable driver seat
S
S
S
S
S
S
8-way power adjustable passenger seat
and 2-way power lumbar adjustment
-
Power adjustable lumbar front seats
S
-
S
S
S
Heated front seats
-
S
S
Rear seats split-folding
S
S
S
Leather interior
-
-
S
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CTS
2.8
2.8/3.6
2.8/3.6
Interior
COMFORT
ELEGANCE
SPORT LUXURY
Sound system, AM/FM stereo
with CD player, RDS and 7-speakers S
-
-
Sound system, AM/FM stereo
with in-dash 6-disc CD changer, RDS
-
S
S
Bose® premium 8-speaker-system
-
S
S
Tilt adjustment steering wheel
S
S
S
Steering wheel controls for sound
system and climate control
S
Leather wrapped steering wheel
S
S
S
-
-
-
S
S
Leather wrapped steering wheel
with real wood accents
Theft-deterrent alarm system
S
Power trunk release
S
Illuminated vanity mirrors in visors
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
S
-
S
S
S
S
S
-
S
Power windows, includes express-down
all and express-up front
Wood trim package
(shift knob and door handle pulls)
Exterior
Integral rear antenna
Xenon headlamps
Headlamp washer system
-
-
S
S
S
S
S
S
-
Outside rearview mirrors,
power folding, heated
Tires, P225/55R16, W-rated,
all-season
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CTS
2.8
2.8/3.6
2.8/3.6
Exterior
COMFORT
ELEGANCE
SPORT LUXURY
Tires, P225/50R17, W-rated,
all-season
Wheels, 16” aluminium, painted
-
-
S
S
-
-
-
S
-
Wheels, 16” aluminium,
bright machined finish
Wheels, 17” aluminium,
mirror-polish finish
4-wheel antilock disc brakes
2.8L DOHC V6
S
3.6L V6 VVT
-
-
S
S
S
S
S
S
-
O
O
S
S
StabiliTrak, includes Panic Brake Assist
and Limited Slip Differential
Power steering
S
S
S
4-wheel independent sport suspension S
S
S
Traction control
S
S
S
6-speed manual transmission
S
S
S
S
Optional
Power sunroof, tilt-sliding
with express-open
Leather interior
-
O
O
-
O
S
Navigation with infotainment
Metallic paint
S = Standard
O = Optional
- = Not available
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O
O
O
O
O
European sales prices
In March 2005, sales of the CTS with new engines will commence across Europe.
The European sales target for 2005 is 1.250 vehicles.
Consumer prices (including VAT, taxes, etc.)
CTS 2.8
Austria
EUR 41.450,-
Belgium
EUR 33.450,-
Denmark
DK 615.134,83
Germany
EUR 32.950,-
CTS 3.6
EUR 45.850,EUR 37.050,DK 685.028,21
EUR 36.450,-
Greece
EUR 43.450,-
EUR 47.950,-
Finland
EUR 50.250,-
EUR 55.850,-
France
EUR 33.950,-
EUR 37.650,-
Italy
EUR 33.350,-
EUR 36.550,-
Luxembourg
EUR 31.850,-
EUR 35.250,-
Netherlands
EUR 43.850,-
Norway
NOK 574.000,-
EUR 48.900,NOK 714.000,-
Spain
EUR 34.750,-
EUR 38.550,-
Sweden
SEK 330.000,-
SEK 364.100,-
Switzerland
United Kingdom
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CHF 49.250,t.b.c.
CHF 54.150,t.b.c.
Cadillac CTS
Technical Specifications
Dimensions and Capacities
Length (mm)
Width (mm)
Heigth (mm)
Track, front/rear (mm)
Overhang front/rear (mm)
Wheelbase (mm)
Headroom front/rear (mm)
Hiproom front/rear (mm)
Legroom front/rear (mm)
Shoulderroom front/rear
(mm)
Cargo volume from behind
rear seat (l)
Opening luggage
compartment to ground
(mm)
Curb weight, man./autom.
(kg)
Gross weight (kg)
Fuel tank capacity (l)
Engine and Transmission
Engine, location
Engine block/cylinder
head
Bore x stroke (mm)
Displacement (cm3)
Compression ratio (:1)
Fuel feed
Number of valves
Number of camshafts,
location
Valve adjustment
Max. output (hp/kW/rpm)
Max. torque (Nm)
Engine oil (l)
Emission control system
Drive system
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2.8 V6
3.6 V6
4828
1795
1441
1524/1524
853/1095
2880
988/937
1356/1367
1077/919
1438/1427
4828
1795
1441
1524/1524
853/1095
2880
988/937
1356/1367
1077/919
1438/1427
420
420
695
695
1705/1708
1706/1722
2160
64
2160
64
2.8 V6, front,
longitudinal
Cast iron/aluminium
3.6 V6, front,
longitudinal
Cast iron/aluminium
89 x 74.8
2792
10.0
Sequential injection,
computer-controlled
24 – 4 per cylinder
4, DOHC
94 x 85.6
3564
10.2
Sequential injection,
computer-controlled
24 – 4 per cylinder
4, DOHC
Hydraulic
215/158/7000
262/3300
5.7
3-way catalytic converter
Rear wheel drive
Hydraulic
257/189/6200
340/3200
5.7
3-way catalytic converter
Rear wheel drive
Transmission, standard
Transmission, optional
Gear ratios, man./autom.
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6 th
Reverse
Drive axle
Top speed (km/h),
man./autom.
Acceleration 0-100 km/h
(sec.) man./autom.
Fuel type
Fuel consumption
1999/100/EG, urban/extraurban/combined
(l/100 km)
Man. gearbox
Autom. gearbox
CO2-emission (g/km),
man./autom.
Emission class
Chassis / Suspension
Front suspension
Rear suspension
Steering
Wheels
Tires
Brakes
Traction control
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6 Speed, manual
5 Speed, automatic
6 Speed, manual
5 Speed, automatic
4.15/3.42
2.33/2.21
1.53/1.60
1.15/1.00
1.00/0.75
0.79/-3.67/3.02
3.42/3.42
226/225
4.15/3.42
2.33/2.21
1.53/1.60
1.15/1.00
1.00/0.75
0.79/-3.67/3.02
3.42/3.42
241/233
8,2/8,4
7,0/7,0
Premium, unleaded
Premium, unleaded
17,0/8,9/11,9
17,0/8,7/11,7
16,2/8,5/11,4
16,6/8,7/11,6
284/278
269/275
Euro4
Euro4
Double Wishbone
Multi-link, independent
Power assisted, speed
sensitive
7 x 16“, cast aluminium
(optional: 7.5 x 17“)
P 225/55 R 16 (optional:
P225/50 R 17)
Ventilated discs, ABS
Yes
Double Wishbone
Multi-link, independent
Power assisted, speed
sensitive
7 x 16“, cast aluminium
(optional: 7.5 x 17“)
P 225/55 R 16 (optional:
P225/50 R 17)
Ventilated discs, ABS
Yes
February 2005
Kroymans – specialist in premium brands
Kroymans Corporation, located in Hilversum, the Netherlands, is an
international marketing, sales and distribution company. Its activities focus
on the automotive and industry markets. Kroymans Corporation has more than
100 operating companies, spread throughout Europe, the USA and Asia. The
Group employs 2.900 employees who generate a turnover of more than EUR 1,2
billion.
In the automotive market, Kroymans Corporation is represented by three
divisions: Import, Retail and Leasing & Finance. The first of these divisions
imports premier car brands like Saab, Jaguar and Aston Martin, as well as the
Korean brands Kia and SsangYong. Within its Retail Division, Kroymans
Corporation holds more than sixty dealerships and service points representing
the Saab, Opel, Jaguar, Ferrari, Maserati and Ford brands.
On October 1, 2003, the company signed an agreement with General Motors for
the exclusive distribution of Cadillac and Corvette in Europe. For this
purpose, a subsidiary company, Cadillac & Corvette Europe B.V., was set up.
Over the coming years a total of 25 Cadillac & Corvette Experience Centers
will be set up in Europe. Prospective customers will be able to come to these
centers - which will be conveniently situated in Europe’s key metropolitan
areas - to get to know the complete range of vehicles from the noble US
brand. The European network currently also has around 100 distributors for
Cadillac and Corvette.
In July 2004, Robert A. Lutz, Chairman General Motors North America and Vice
President Product Development, officially opened the first Cadillac &
Corvette Experience Centers in the German cities of Stuttgart and Düsseldorf.
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In November 2004, a similar center was opened in Athens, Greece. In the near
future more Cadillac & Corvette Experience Centers will be opened, for
instance in Brussels (building starts in April, opening expected by the end
of 2005) and Berlin.
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New headquarters Cadillac & Corvette Europe
On 8 February, 2005, Cadillac & Corvette Europe opened its brand new Cadillac
& Corvette Experience Center, centrally situated in the Netherlands
(Breukelen, between Amsterdam and Utrecht). The new building will also be
home of the European organization and has a ground surface of 7.500 m2. The
latest generations of Cadillac and Corvette models are on display in a
showroom of 2.000 m2.
In the Experience Center visitors can experience the world of Cadillac and
Corvette, in an atmosphere that reflects the premium identity of the American
brands. A contributing element is the ‘wall of innovation’, which gives an
impressive overview of the many technical innovations and world premiers of
the brand’s rich history. But visitors will also have a chance to look into
the future as they will get an ‘insider’s view’ on future models
incorporating the Art & Science concept. In Breukelen there is also ample
room for displaying five generations of Corvette, with the latest – sixth –
generation to admire in the showroom.
Except the staff of the Kroymans Retail dealer organization, which is also
taking care of Dutch HUMMER sales, the new building will be the headquarters
of over 65 employees of Cadillac & Corvette Europe plus the Cadillac &
Corvette Benelux organization.
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Editorial note (not for publication)
For further information contact:
Cadillac & Corvette Europe B.V.
Dick P. Braakhekke
Director Public Relations
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Tel.:+31 (0)346 258600
Mob: +31 (0)65 11 244 45
E-Mail: dbraakhekke@cadillaceurope.com
De Corridor 25
P.O. Box 99
NL-3621 ZA Breukelen NL-3620 AB Breukelen
The Netherlands
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The Netherlands