We weeks with a steady drip of information new Cadillac CT6 , the new sedan to represent the American brand. Finally today was the day that the future rival models like the BMW 7 Series, Audi A8 or Mercedes S Class has made its debut and we can meet virtually every detail. Cadillac boasts input your weight, claiming that offers a similar space BMW 7 Series but with smaller than the 5 Series, Audi A6 or Mercedes Class E thanks to its construction with light weight materials.
The Cadillac CT6 be a global model, which will reach different markets, although the first to receive it, how could it be otherwise, will be the United States. Europe Korea, Japan, Israel and the Middle East have to wait until early 2016 . Production will begin in Detroit in late 2015. The units for China will be manufactured from 2016 in a factory in China.
The engine range of Cadillac CT6 will consist of three options gasoline. A motor 3.6 V6 petrol and 2.0 Turbo four-cylinder will be the two most accessible engines, while for those seeking a more agile handling will provide you with V6 3.0-liter twin-charged which achieves more than 405 horse power and 543 Nm engine.
The efficiency has not been shelved and the V6 feature selective disconnection of cylinders . In addition, all engines are offered with an automatic transmission eight relations, with the stepped speeds and optimizes performance and fuel consumption are improved. The V6 engines have AWD . You can find more information about the engines.
A level of chassis will be very interesting solutions in the range of Cadillac CT6, starting with the lightweight construction of the entire vehicle, being aluminum one of the most abundant materials . The different versions of the model offered AWD systems on demand, piloted suspension or direction on the rear axle . These solutions make the new flagship American offers a better dynamic performance and greater maneuverability.
Gran technological burden
All CT6 is the new technology. It is the most advanced of Cadillac car, where the brand has put all eggs in one basket. Everything seen so far is a breakthrough for the brand and the high technological component of this big sedan continues with equipment available .
vision cameras are one of its strengths . Have a vision system 360 to facilitate maneuvering, but is also capable of capturing images as we drive or when the alarm. It also has a night vision system and an electronic mirror with camera. No missing support systems automa’tica driving as emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, blind spot warning and assistant lane departure.
A level infotainment goes well served with a Touchscreen 10.2 “ which can also be controlled from a Touchpad. You can have a Bose sound system 34 speakers and there is even a WiFi hotspot with 4G.
A representation sedan has to pamper occupants , and that the Cadillac CT6 with its interior quality, available equipment and comfort solutions applied. Heated and ventilated seats are a reality for all passengers. In the rear seat backrests recline electrically to take a position comfortable journey. A option package for the rear seats with footrest, lumbar adjustment, massage function controls for multimedia equipment and everything mentioned above. Nor missing two screens 10 “retractable on the backs of the front seats.
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