Under the Hood
Base models get a 200-horsepower, 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with direct injection. A 270-hp, turbo 2.0-liter four-cylinder will be optional, as will Cadillac's familiar 318-hp, 3.6-liter V-6. All three engines can run on regular gas, though Cadillac recommends premium with the turbo. All-wheel drive is optional across the board. The ATS comes with a six-speed automatic, and a six-speed manual will be available in certain configurations.
GM took to Germany's Nurburgring track to develop the ATS. Cadillac says the chassis sports near-50/50 weight distribution and a multilink rear suspension. Brembo-brand brakes are optional, as is a limited-slip rear differential and sport-tuned adaptive suspension.
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Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
WARNING
Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine
exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO)
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True luxury interior with real carbon fiber
The interior itself is well laid out with everything where it should be and
an easy-to-find position for performance driving. Though the leather on the
shifter does seem cheap, the coating on th ...
Grade Braking
The Grade Braking shift modes can be activated by pressing the button on the
end of the shift control lever. While in Range Selection Mode, Grade Braking is
deactivated allowing the driver to sele ...