New 2009 Cadillac CTS-V

There is fast and then there is out-of-this-world fast.  The 2009 Cadillac CTS-V sport sedan takes power and aggression to the next level, while maintaining Cadillac’s modern, distinctive style.

The CTS-V distinguishes itself from the other CTS models with a monstrous 6.2-liter, 556-horsepower V-8 and an intercooled Eaton supercharger.  Go zero to 60 mph in a lightning-quick 3.9 seconds with the fastest V-8 production sedan in the world.  Choose between a six-speed rear-wheel drive TREMEC® TR-6060 manual with a dual-mass flywheel and dual-disc clutch aimed at smoothness or a six-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters on the steering wheel.  The CTS competes with the BMW 3 Series, M5, Mercedes-Benz C-Class and E63.

The CTS-V receives a minor redesign starting with a larger, bolder grille, 19-inch wheels, flared front fenders and a bulging hood.  Inside the cabin, the CTS-V offers Recaro seats with a dark obsidian trim and a microfiber-lined steering wheel.  The available Ultraview sunroof is one of the largest of its kind, which lets light in for first- and second-row passengers.  A 10-speaker Bose® 5.1 Cabin Surround® Sound System, AM/FM/RDS/MP3/DVD with USB audio connectivity and steering wheel controls offer a premium sound experience. Audio options include a 40 GB hard drive radio that stores, files, and recalls thousands of songs, as well as an industry-first “pause and play” feature that enables you to pause and rewind live radio broadcasts. The available navigation system boasts an 8-inch screen, voice command, and superior route calculation to guide your way. Available XM NavTraffic™ displays real-time traffic updates, weather conditions, and road closings on the navigation system display, helping to optimize your journey.

Safety features include standard dual front airbags, dual seat-mounted side-impact airbags, and front-to-rear head curtain side airbags for optimum passenger protection. Standard StabiliTrak® electronic stability control and all-speed traction control assist the driver in maintain control during evasive maneuvers and limit wheelspin during acceleration. Available adaptive forward lighting adjusts inwardly and outwardly to the turn of the steering wheel, significantly improving nighttime visibility.

Blending world-renown class, raw power and cutting-edge technology, the 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is merely a rocket with wheels.