As an avid BMW fan, it hurts to say this, but the CTS is more luxurious inside than a 5 series. Even though the 5 series is a bit outdated by now, I have to give it to Cadillac, they've done a great job. Can't wait for the CTS-V.
I've had this car for 3 months and I love it, I'm not gonna say it's better than its European competitors because everyone has their own opinion. People always compliment it everywhere I go I'm glad with my choice. Can't wait to see what the V is gonna look like!!!
Cadillac has really stepped up their game, especially with this car. It is definitely in the same league as the big three German luxury competitors. I'm glad you like your car, I don't see too many on the road.
GreatToastMigration yea they're definitely catching up a lot of people say the euros have an edge with their interior because of the lag problems with cue but I haven't had problems at all it seems fine to me. And the only ones I've seen in the streets have been two 2.0 turbo models not v sports which is a reason why I like it so much cause its something different.
I really like the improvements Cadillac has made over the years, even tho I'm not a GM fan, they have made a very good work. Waiting for Lincoln to do the same.
I've had this same model, same year for four years now. I live in Northern MN in harsh climate and I've only had to replace a rusted transmission line. I absolutely LOVE this car.
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I must say, I've always owned Japanese/German cars so I've never even looked at GM due to their stereotypical recall rep...But DAMN this and the new Stingray's design are just...wow..
Yea that's my only complain with Cadillac. I know luxury cars should be comfortable smooth and quiet but when it comes to the performance trims they should have some growl in em. The CTS-V has a whopping 556hp and it sounds like a basic v6 smh
Yeah you have to dump a grand or so into an exhaust to make it sound decent. I think if it were any other auto manufacturer, it would have been more aggressive sounding. Although Cadillac puts down some serious power these days, I think they are going for the whole "sleeper" thing. I get the idea of making a fast car that's quiet, but this is what pushes me away from this car. The last thing I want to do with a 64,000 sports sedan is spend more money on an exhaust. For this price I could get a BMW M3 sedan.
Yamil Not sure what you're talking about. The only times I've ever heard the CTS-V it sounds like a big, beefy supercharged V8. It's based on the Corvette ZR1's monster: the LS9. This V-Sport sounds like a V6, but it is a V6. I wish you could hear the turbo a little more in the exhaust note, but it will never sound like its big brother's V8.
Seriously, this car in this color is like the best looking non-exotic on the road. Everytime I see one, its surprises me how much more shapely and aggressive the shape looks in person, while it looks more dull in pictures. I always think the tires look small in videos, but they look great in person. The angle of the side crease is perfection. Damn great looking car.
Quite impressive, to be honest. This particular version could put the Lexus GS and 5-Series to shame, with unusual attention to detail and finish on a Cadillac. Being very picky, it would be flawless with higher profile tires (these days 35 on 18" rims is too low) and a less roundish panoramic roof. Nice review ;)
Wow Kyle I don't know why but the Video quality looks even nicer than before... New lens? Different settings? I liked this a lot! Keep up the good work dude
I am quite impressed with your introduction of the Cadillac CTS V-Sport! You are VERY professional and should be a Cadillac salesman (along with your introductions of automobiles) because I would certainly buy one from YOU! "Thank You" for such an informative and complete interview. I will subscribe to your updates.
I always smile when you say that BMW 5 series and Mercedes E class are mid-size sedan because here in France these two cars are pretty big, especially the E class in the Parisian traffic ! Anyway, this new CTS-V is absolutely gorgeous. In some ways, it's such a shame to me that V8 is disappearing ... The end of an era in American motoring in one hand but on the other, it's quite a good thing too. Here in France, most American cars are seen as gas guzzler equipped with big V8 sucking gas like no other cars in the world.
I'm not a fan Cadillac, but these cars are beautiful both inside & out. They've aged extremely well despite this gen first came out a decade ago. Better looking than the current CT5 IMO, especially the interior.
That CTS VSport exhaust sounds amazing. I like the new Cadillac keyfob. Out of all the reviews I have seen about the VSport, I knew Kyle would make the best one. Can't wait for 2015 Cadillac Escalade. Could you do a comparison between the old Escalade vs New Escalade? Great Job Buddy!
Sheila LaShay lol i know. They are coming out with a Platinum around the fall of 2015 which will be estimated to $100k+ after taxes. They are also including a surround camera system, and 8 speed transmission (same one found in the new C7 Z06 but modified), cell phone charger for iPhones and other smartphones, and 4g hotspot. Also a new twin-turbo v6 Escalade is in the pipe line. :) We are talking about it in the cadillacforums. There is even actual cadillac customercare reps in there as well if you have issue with your cadillac.
Nihsel101 I forgot about the Cadillacforum, and I have a password. Gonna try to get in. The 15 Lade is fab; I call it jewelry. LOL. When I take my car in for maintenance I will check it out in the showroom. Last winter Cadillac sent me free tickets to the Auto show, but we had a bad snow storm. I was looking forward to seeing the Lade then but driving was impossible. I can't do the 80s, 90s and 100k, but I can look. In a previous year I did see a big young man with a Platinum edition at the showroom. I think he was a pro Hockey player. One of the sports. (BTW - That's the type of money you need) LOL.
Sheila LaShay My fam is looking into trading it. We just did a kbb trade-in value, one of our 2011 ESV premium can be sold for 46-54k. So if we include that to the trade in and we have a GM card to help low the price and got a $3000 discount because we got a MB, we are paying like 39k-50k. Plus we are waiting for the 0% apr, which will most likely not happen because they all keep disappearing. lol I got a 2013 platinum ESV, got it for 46k. We had a gray lux ESV and we traded it for 43k plus the MB discount and GM card last year.
The 2002.5 Cadillac STS was a true sports sedan for its day. Yes it was front wheel drive but it was the very first car to have mag ride. 300hp v8 they were fast cars for there time.
*BMW runs engine sound through speakers "So they want to think they can isolate the car so well ? That isn't a real feel anymore , those Germans try to put as much useless technology as they can into their cars. *Cadillac runs engine sound through speakers "Really ? The sound comes from the speakers ? This is so cool OMGGG" couz ´murica
Hey Kyle! Love your reviews. Have you ever considered using a mounted camera for recording (for instance GoPro) so you'll have both hands free & can give us a better view of how a person would view the car?
I know what you mean dude. When you have the chance to drive an e46 m3 you just have a smile from the start up till the finish. But then, you get into a 325i or even a 330ci and they are just slapping you with disappointment.... that was the moment I regretted driving an m3
GM needs to revamp the entire gauge cluster and CUE system to win any points. I'm sure this Caddy rides/handles great and is a very refined cruiser but for a luxury/sports car everything as a package needs to be the best.
My only complaint about the new cadillacs is that they dont seem to offee a wood wheel anymore.. dont expect it on sport trims but I do think it should be an option on premiums.... maybe platinum trims will have it
Damn, you've got royalty free music on your iphone? Just to make sure the audio doesn't get muted by youtube when it comes through the car stereo? I'm sad it's come to this, at the same time, you sir are a pro lmao.
I can't believe that genuine leather isn't standard in this Caddy. He said it has leatherette and real leather was optional, this one did have real leather. Initially I thought he might have been speaking of the armrest material, but then he did say it was the seating surfaces that had standard leatherette.
Should I buy a 2014 VSport with 50k on it for 23k? It seemed quick but I didn't get on it fully so not sure. The highway revs are the same as our '08 aura xr 3.6 (2k @ 76) so mpg will be 28 if you drive sanely.
Cadillac lists the MSRP in Canada for around ~$79k for a loaded V-sport. However, slow sales here (I haven't even seen a mk3 CTS on the streets yet) in Toronto have resulted in some ridiculous discounts on this nice car. I've seen somewhere a 2014 CTS V-sport with Navi, HUD, Adaptive Cruise control & Sensor package for sale with just 2000km on the clock advertised for $56k. Really? In Canada, a lightly used (~20,000 kilometers) E350 or a 535i would run you nearly $62k. The CTS V-sport suddenly becomes the bargain of the century!
As an avid BMW fan, it hurts to say this, but the CTS is more luxurious inside than a 5 series. Even though the 5 series is a bit outdated by now, I have to give it to Cadillac, they've done a great job. Can't wait for the CTS-V.
In my opinion this is one of the nicest cars I've seen. I love it and have no complaints
I've had this car for 3 months and I love it, I'm not gonna say it's better than its European competitors because everyone has their own opinion. People always compliment it everywhere I go I'm glad with my choice. Can't wait to see what the V is gonna look like!!!
Cadillac has really stepped up their game, especially with this car. It is definitely in the same league as the big three German luxury competitors. I'm glad you like your car, I don't see too many on the road.
GreatToastMigration yea they're definitely catching up a lot of people say the euros have an edge with their interior because of the lag problems with cue but I haven't had problems at all it seems fine to me. And the only ones I've seen in the streets have been two 2.0 turbo models not v sports which is a reason why I like it so much cause its something different.
woodywoodcakes i dont upload videos follow me on twitter if you think I'm lying Yamil_ElRey
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I really like the improvements Cadillac has made over the years, even tho I'm not a GM fan, they have made a very good work. Waiting for Lincoln to do the same.
I've had this same model, same year for four years now. I live in Northern MN in harsh climate and I've only had to replace a rusted transmission line. I absolutely LOVE this car.
Cadillac has been making really nicely designed cars the past couple of years. Please do the 2015 Escalade next!!!
My father is the senior headliner engineer for the interior and exterior headliner for the cts. Such a wonderful car!
Everybody please take a moment to pray for Kyle's Father. He was diagnosed with colon cancer yesterday and is going into surgery today. We wish you a speedy recovery Mr. Lindsey!
I must say, I've always owned Japanese/German cars so I've never even looked at GM due to their stereotypical recall rep...But DAMN this and the new Stingray's design are just...wow..
Amazing car although I think they could have done something a little more aggressive with the exhaust note.
Yea that's my only complain with Cadillac. I know luxury cars should be comfortable smooth and quiet but when it comes to the performance trims they should have some growl in em. The CTS-V has a whopping 556hp and it sounds like a basic v6 smh
Yeah you have to dump a grand or so into an exhaust to make it sound decent. I think if it were any other auto manufacturer, it would have been more aggressive sounding. Although Cadillac puts down some serious power these days, I think they are going for the whole "sleeper" thing. I get the idea of making a fast car that's quiet, but this is what pushes me away from this car. The last thing I want to do with a 64,000 sports sedan is spend more money on an exhaust. For this price I could get a BMW M3 sedan.
Yamil This isn't the V. the V is yet to come.
Also it sounds about the same as a BMW or Mercedes 6 Cylinder, so I can see where you're coming from.
Yamil Not sure what you're talking about. The only times I've ever heard the CTS-V it sounds like a big, beefy supercharged V8. It's based on the Corvette ZR1's monster: the LS9.
This V-Sport sounds like a V6, but it is a V6. I wish you could hear the turbo a little more in the exhaust note, but it will never sound like its big brother's V8.
I'd honestly take it over the German competition. A Jag or a Masarati though, that could be debated :) Nice video kyle.
A very bold style - Cadillac did a great job.
Seriously, this car in this color is like the best looking non-exotic on the road. Everytime I see one, its surprises me how much more shapely and aggressive the shape looks in person, while it looks more dull in pictures. I always think the tires look small in videos, but they look great in person. The angle of the side crease is perfection. Damn great looking car.
i am sure cts documentry does not have this much detail and info kyle
keep up the good work man
Quite impressive, to be honest. This particular version could put the Lexus GS and 5-Series to shame, with unusual attention to detail and finish on a Cadillac. Being very picky, it would be flawless with higher profile tires (these days 35 on 18" rims is too low) and a less roundish panoramic roof. Nice review ;)
the front looks hot
Been waiting for a review of this car for a while now. Great car with a lot of options. Engine seems very competitive as well. Thanks!
The start-up animation on the car's two displays was epic !
An American car that doesn't look that obnoxious inside (aside from the center console). I'm impressed. Looks very good from the outside as well
Wow Kyle I don't know why but the Video quality looks even nicer than before... New lens? Different settings? I liked this a lot! Keep up the good work dude
Love this car. The twin Turbo V6 is epic.
Because he does all his reviews in the same words, it's way easier to compare the cars! Greetings from the netherlands!
Sweet car. I like that white diamond.
The CTS tagline should be "Bring it 5-series"
Man, Cadillacs are so awesome!!! Btw nice video review Kyle!!:)
These are becoming affordable, overlooked for Vs, but with less weight over the front possible a sweet spot for handling.
I am quite impressed with your introduction of the Cadillac CTS V-Sport! You are VERY professional and should be a Cadillac salesman (along with your introductions of automobiles) because I would certainly buy one from YOU! "Thank You" for such an informative and complete interview. I will subscribe to your updates.
You ROCK Saabkyle04...DONT CHANGE A THING!!!!
From a Ford man, I must day that this is an excellent, if not the best, vehicle in the segment. I hope to get a regular 3.6L Premium.
Cadillac is so creative making that car! I'm ranking this the best car of 2014!
I knew you would get around to the new CTS sooner or later! Very nice Kyle!
Your Videos help me convince my parents to get a 2011 Dodge Durango Citadel!
I always smile when you say that BMW 5 series and Mercedes E class are mid-size sedan because here in France these two cars are pretty big, especially the E class in the Parisian traffic !
Anyway, this new CTS-V is absolutely gorgeous.
In some ways, it's such a shame to me that V8 is disappearing ... The end of an era in American motoring in one hand but on the other, it's quite a good thing too. Here in France, most American cars are seen as gas guzzler equipped with big V8 sucking gas like no other cars in the world.
I'm not a fan Cadillac, but these cars are beautiful both inside & out. They've aged extremely well despite this gen first came out a decade ago. Better looking than the current CT5 IMO, especially the interior.
My everyday Cadillac sedan! Nice job bro.
You have reviews down to a science! Great job man!
That CTS VSport exhaust sounds amazing. I like the new Cadillac keyfob. Out of all the reviews I have seen about the VSport, I knew Kyle would make the best one.
Can't wait for 2015 Cadillac Escalade. Could you do a comparison between the old Escalade vs New Escalade?
Great Job Buddy!
The 2015 Cadillac Escalades are now in showrooms for sale They start $71k and max out at $92k. Even after incentives, you're talking big bucks. lol
Sheila LaShay lol i know. They are coming out with a Platinum around the fall of 2015 which will be estimated to $100k+ after taxes. They are also including a surround camera system, and 8 speed transmission (same one found in the new C7 Z06 but modified), cell phone charger for iPhones and other smartphones, and 4g hotspot. Also a new twin-turbo v6 Escalade is in the pipe line. :)
We are talking about it in the cadillacforums. There is even actual cadillac customercare reps in there as well if you have issue with your cadillac.
Nihsel101 I forgot about the Cadillacforum, and I have a password. Gonna try to get in. The 15 Lade is fab; I call it jewelry. LOL. When I take my car in for maintenance I will check it out in the showroom. Last winter Cadillac sent me free tickets to the Auto show, but we had a bad snow storm. I was looking forward to seeing the Lade then but driving was impossible. I can't do the 80s, 90s and 100k, but I can look. In a previous year I did see a big young man with a Platinum edition at the showroom. I think he was a pro Hockey player. One of the sports. (BTW - That's the type of money you need) LOL.
Sheila LaShay My fam is looking into trading it. We just did a kbb trade-in value, one of our 2011 ESV premium can be sold for 46-54k. So if we include that to the trade in and we have a GM card to help low the price and got a $3000 discount because we got a MB, we are paying like 39k-50k. Plus we are waiting for the 0% apr, which will most likely not happen because they all keep disappearing. lol
I got a 2013 platinum ESV, got it for 46k. We had a gray lux ESV and we traded it for 43k plus the MB discount and GM card last year.
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I'm not a big fan of the wheels, but the rest of it is stunning. Love the lights!
Love your videos Kyle. Eagerly awaiting a review of the 2014 Mazda 3 :) Hopefully one with the 2.5L engine
Beautiful car amazing job Cadillac did...I'd get one in black tho
Man, I think that exhaust sounds fabulous!
I could watch these reviews all day ;D
Good professional review rather than the typical "here's your cup holder, heres ur steering wheel hur dur" crap. I really like this car!
The 2002.5 Cadillac STS was a true sports sedan for its day. Yes it was front wheel drive but it was the very first car to have mag ride. 300hp v8 they were fast cars for there time.
What a fantastic car, and there's nothing else I can say.
Beautiful car, Cadillac really nailed it with this one.
What a beautiful machine! I want one!
*BMW runs engine sound through speakers
"So they want to think they can isolate the car so well ? That isn't a real feel anymore , those Germans try to put as much useless technology as they can into their cars.
*Cadillac runs engine sound through speakers
"Really ? The sound comes from the speakers ? This is so cool OMGGG"
couz ´murica
wow I never thought I'd say this but this Cadillac looks awesome...and the navi system looks way better than some euro models
beautiful car
The rear reminds me a bit of the older Toyota Avensis and the front maybe a bit of SLS AMG, truly unique indeed.
Kyle, the description is wrong. It says "MSRP pricing for the F-Type Coupe"
I fixed it, thanks!
jeffrey625625 it's a cts, it's longer than the ats, also it shows in the beginning of the video.
Hey Kyle! Love your reviews. Have you ever considered using a mounted camera for recording (for instance GoPro) so you'll have both hands free & can give us a better view of how a person would view the car?
Gorgeous design 😍😍
Beautiful. I wish Cad wd return to those 2014 Big grill styles.
That car has some serious attitude
Yessssss! I have been waiting for this for quite some time
This car looks futuristic in design.
Move over! BMW because CADILLAC's are the new Ultimate Driving Machine(s)
I know what you mean dude. When you have the chance to drive an e46 m3 you just have a smile from the start up till the finish. But then, you get into a 325i or even a 330ci and they are just slapping you with disappointment.... that was the moment I regretted driving an m3
People that hate this car aren't car people
it's so beautiful inside and out
What a beautiful car - much better looking than most generic German cars...
My mom just bought me one I love my 15 birthday present💯💯💯
Ohh man.... This car. I want one.
Would love to see this in all black with that chrome trim around the windows also painted black.
Thank you for this experience
Excellent review as always
Thank you for reviewing this car
Hahahahaha the exhaust at the beginning is so funny. It sounds like it toots at the end of its start up.
i usually dont like cadillacs but the new design are really more special than benz , audi & bmw.
For an American car, I really do like it!
thanks buddy you just showed the world how to unlock a cady smooth move x laxs
GM needs to revamp the entire gauge cluster and CUE system to win any points. I'm sure this Caddy rides/handles great and is a very refined cruiser but for a luxury/sports car everything as a package needs to be the best.
Nice job on the review!!!
HOPEFULLY THE CTS-VCOUPE WILL BE UPDATED AS WELL, WILL SEE
I still would have preferred a V8 option to this specific car, even if it wasn't standard. I love the way it looks though.
wow. 20 years ago reading menus from the windshield was predicted in movies 20:46 it was a thing of the future and now the future is here. amazing
looks mad clean
A car designed by Engineers and build by them too.
My only complaint about the new cadillacs is that they dont seem to offee a wood wheel anymore.. dont expect it on sport trims but I do think it should be an option on premiums.... maybe platinum trims will have it
Beautiful car. Excellent review.
im so glad they got rid of the reef the new moder coat is so much better.
What a awesome car
I'm from koera owner of k900
kinda reminds me of the bat mobile, pretty dope if you ask me
i like how it looks
Damn, you've got royalty free music on your iphone? Just to make sure the audio doesn't get muted by youtube when it comes through the car stereo? I'm sad it's come to this, at the same time, you sir are a pro lmao.
Nice car good review. Keep up the good work
Hey Kyle, I think you should make a video on the upcoming Nissan Murano, the 2015 Cadillac Escalade and the Kia K900
I can't believe that genuine leather isn't standard in this Caddy. He said it has leatherette and real leather was optional, this one did have real leather. Initially I thought he might have been speaking of the armrest material, but then he did say it was the seating surfaces that had standard leatherette.
Ty I been waiting for this!
Best.Review.Ever
Thanks man
By the way where is the spare tire ??
Should I buy a 2014 VSport with 50k on it for 23k? It seemed quick but I didn't get on it fully so not sure. The highway revs are the same as our '08 aura xr 3.6 (2k @ 76) so mpg will be 28 if you drive sanely.
damn cadillac is on its game
Cadillac lists the MSRP in Canada for around ~$79k for a loaded V-sport. However, slow sales here (I haven't even seen a mk3 CTS on the streets yet) in Toronto have resulted in some ridiculous discounts on this nice car.
I've seen somewhere a 2014 CTS V-sport with Navi, HUD, Adaptive Cruise control & Sensor package for sale with just 2000km on the clock advertised for $56k. Really?
In Canada, a lightly used (~20,000 kilometers) E350 or a 535i would run you nearly $62k. The CTS V-sport suddenly becomes the bargain of the century!
I love this car!
I REALLY dig this car, which is kind of ironic because i'm an europian and can't have it :(
Ram eco diesel would be nice! Love your work keep it up.
It sounds sick... and I like it!
They need to take this engine and put it in the ATS V, that would pretty much be a perfect car.
I'd rather see them put the 6.2L LT1 V8 in the ATS-V.
That's exactly what GM is doing! Expect somewhere around 470HP and 490-495LB-FT in the ATS-V.
We'll,saablyle hope your dad gets better!and could you please review the porsche 911 carrera 4s cabriolet