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2019 Cadillac CTS-V review

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Cadillac CTS-V highlights

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Pros

  • Super powerful V8
  • Comfortable seats
  • Excellent handling

Cons

  • Limited cargo space
  • Confusing infotainment system
  • Lackluster cabin design

Mileage (EPA estimate)

14 city, 21 highway, 16 combined

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Supercharged and super fast

The 2019 Cadillac CTS-V is a standout that will impress even the most die-hard motorheads. The 2019 CTS-V comes standard with a supercharged 6.2L V8 that produces a whopping 640 horsepower. On the track, the 2019 CTS-V can blast from zero to 60 mph in 3.7 seconds, and reach speeds of more than 200 miles per hour. But the car isn’t just a track star. Comfortable seats, ample standard features, and exquisite handling mean it holds its own as a daily driver too.

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What is new for the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V?

  • CTS-V trims have been upgraded with Leather & Suede Seats and Run Flat Tires as standard equipment this year.

2019 Cadillac CTS-V trims

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Base:

  • 640-hp, 630-lb-ft of torque 6.2L
  • Cruise Control
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Power Mirrors
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Rear Defroster
  • Traction Control
  • Side Airbags
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5 reasons to buy the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V

1. Plenty of power 

If you’re at home in the boardroom or dominant on the field, you know that power can be invigorating. The Cadillac CTS-V delivers that burst of life, thanks to its 640-hp supercharged 6.2L V8. With that engine, the 2019 CTS-V can accelerate from zero to 60 in 3.7 seconds, which is fun whether you’re on the track or just merging onto the highway during your daily commute.  

2. Performance 

With so many horses under the hood, the Cadillac CTS-V needs performance parts at the ready. The 2019 CTS-V comes standard with Brembo performance brakes, an electronic limited-slip rear differential, adaptive suspension, and more. The transmission relies on Performance Algorithm Shifting to automatically deliver a thrilling ride, but you can also use the standard paddle shifters for a more hands-on driving experience.  

3. Comfortable seats 

You’re going to want to spend a lot of time in your CTS-V, so you’ll appreciate the comfortable seats and interior. The 2019 CTS-V comes standard with heated leather front seats with adjustable thigh supports. For even more comfort, choose the available Recaro performance front seats, which offer 16 different driving positions.  

4. Great sound system 

A thrilling ride and a vibrant playlist go hand-in-hand. Whether you’re off to the gym or cruising through the mountains, your songs will sound great thanks to the standard 13-speaker Bose® audio system on the 2019 Cadillac CTS-V. Standard Apple Carplay® and Android Auto™ connectivity make it easy to stay connected through the 8-inch touchscreen. 

5. Driver-assist features 

The 2019 Cadillac CTS-V is all about hands-on driving. And yet, you can’t be on all the time, so you’ll appreciate that the 2019 CTS-V comes standard with a suite of driver-assist features to back you up during more mundane drives. Blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and lane-departure warning are all standard, as are front and rear parking cameras. 

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Cadillac CTS-V features and specs

Base 2WD 4D Sedan

Standard Features

  • A/C Seat(s)
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automated Parking
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • BOSE Sound System
  • Cruise Control
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Head Up Display
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Leather & Suede Seats
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Navigation System
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Remote Start
  • Run Flat Tires
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Smart Key
  • Supercharged Engine
  • Traction Control
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Rear Seat Heaters
  • Rear Spoiler
  • Rear Sunshade

Drive Wheels

Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)

Engine size

6.2L

Horsepower

640

Torque (ft-lbs)

630

Engine type

Supercharged Gas

Fuel capacity

19

Wheelbase

114.6"

Overall length

197.6"

Width

72.2"

Height

57.2"

Leg room

F 45.7"/R 35.4"

Head room

F 40.4"/R 37.5"

Front tires

P265/35R19

Rear tires

P295/30ZR19

Seating capacity

5

Transmission

Automatic

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