Pricing | $35,915 - $63,215 |
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Drive Types | RWD, AWD |
Engines | 3.0l V6, 3.6l V6, 6.2l V8 S |
Transmissions | A6, M6 |
Fuel Economy | 12-18 (city), 18-27 (highway) |
This CTS is a serious sports sedan that requires no apologies. The fresh interior design is complemented with high quality materials. Engine choices include a 3.0l V6 (270-bhp), a 3.6l V6 (318-bhp) and the outrageous 556-bhp, 6.2l V8. Transmission choices include a 6-speed manual or automatic. Optional AWD and a limited-slip differential provide additional traction. In theory, the CTS competes with compact premium models like the BMW 3-Series and Mercedes-Benz C-class. However the larger proportions of the CTS are closer to mid-sized models like the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Prices start in the low about $40,000s for a model with leather seats and an automatic transmission.
The 3.6l V6 is updated for 2012. The new engine produces 318-bhp, an increase of 14-bhp over the previous engine. CTS Models for 2012 wear a distinctive new grille with a more prominent grid.
Model/Trim/Package | Engine | Original MSRP | ||
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CTS Base 1SB | 3.0l V6 (270-bhp) | M6 | RWD | $35,915 |
CTS Base 1SB | 3.0l V6 (270-bhp) | A6 | RWD | $37,290 |
CTS Base 1SB | 3.0l V6 (270-bhp) | A6 | AWD | $39,115 |
CTS Luxury 1SD | 3.0l V6 (270-bhp) | M6 | RWD | $39,050 |
CTS Luxury 1SD | 3.0l V6 (270-bhp) | A6 | RWD | $40,425 |
CTS Luxury 1SD | 3.0l V6 (270-bhp) | A6 | AWD | $42,250 |
CTS Performance 1SF | 3.6l V6 (318-bhp) | A6 | RWD | $42,290 |
CTS Performance 1SF | 3.6l V6 (318-bhp) | A6 | AWD | $44,190 |
CTS Premium 1SH | 3.6l V6 (318-bhp) | A6 | RWD | $48,290 |
CTS Premium 1SH | 3.6l V6 (318-bhp) | A6 | AWD | $50,190 |
CTS-V | 6.2l V8 S (556-bhp) | M6 | RWD | $63,215 |
CTS-V | 6.2l V8 S (556-bhp) | A6 | RWD | $63,215 |