2016 Cadillac ATS-V
04-27-15, 09:12 AM
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On this episode of Ignition, presented by Tire Rack, Carlos Lago tests and reviews the new ATS-V, Cadillac’s open assault on the BMW M3. In the ATS-V’s arsenal are more power and torque from its twin-turbo V-6, adjustable dampers, an electronically controlled differential, a clever 8-speed automatic, and very sticky Michelin Pilot Super Sport tires. Through a drive on the road and a trip to the Circuit of the Americas track, we find out of the ATS-V has what it takes.
Hotshoe Conor Daly takes the new 2016 Cadillac ATS-V around Circuit of the Americas outside Austin, while being timed and filmed by the Performance Data Recorder software.
Autoblog's Basem Wasef heads to teh Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas to put the all-new Cadillac ATS-V through its paces.
05-04-15, 07:51 PM
#49
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Excellent video. Yes, as a chief engineer, he represents the company, but he doesn't talk or sound like a typical salesman. For the sport-sedan enthusiast, he gives some sound reasons why this car is worth considering. He doesn't mention the BMW M3 specifically, but it's obvious what the ATS-V is targeted against.
The ATS has sometimes been criticized for its price, But when one looks at the materials, engineering, and design that went into this V-version, it's apparent what you're paying for. It's so complex, though, that it seems like it would be a PITA for technicians to service or repair. And that race-car-stiff suspension would indeed be responsive on a glass-smooth pavement surface, but it also would not be something for rough roads or potholes.
The ATS has sometimes been criticized for its price, But when one looks at the materials, engineering, and design that went into this V-version, it's apparent what you're paying for. It's so complex, though, that it seems like it would be a PITA for technicians to service or repair. And that race-car-stiff suspension would indeed be responsive on a glass-smooth pavement surface, but it also would not be something for rough roads or potholes.
05-06-15, 08:16 PM
#50
Excellent video. Yes, as a chief engineer, he represents the company, but he doesn't talk or sound like a typical salesman. For the sport-sedan enthusiast, he gives some sound reasons why this car is worth considering. He doesn't mention the BMW M3 specifically, but it's obvious what the ATS-V is targeted against.
The ATS has sometimes been criticized for its price, But when one looks at the materials, engineering, and design that went into this V-version, it's apparent what you're paying for. It's so complex, though, that it seems like it would be a PITA for technicians to service or repair. And that race-car-stiff suspension would indeed be responsive on a glass-smooth pavement surface, but it also would not be something for rough roads or potholes.
The ATS has sometimes been criticized for its price, But when one looks at the materials, engineering, and design that went into this V-version, it's apparent what you're paying for. It's so complex, though, that it seems like it would be a PITA for technicians to service or repair. And that race-car-stiff suspension would indeed be responsive on a glass-smooth pavement surface, but it also would not be something for rough roads or potholes.
If the magnetic shocks are anything like the ones from the previous gen CTS-V...then even the potholed roads feel like they are glass smooth.
05-07-15, 05:26 AM
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05-07-15, 09:00 AM
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05-09-15, 09:22 PM
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05-24-15, 09:53 PM
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05-24-15, 10:09 PM
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Agreed. And, though the article said that the ATS was originally designed for a a V8, I'm not convinced that there will be enough room underhood to cram that big 7.0L in (as you note, though....we'll see). It fits in a Corvette, of course, but we know that Corvettes are designed for big-block V8s.
05-24-15, 10:39 PM
#60
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Agreed. And, though the article said that the ATS was originally designed for a a V8, I'm not convinced that there will be enough room underhood to cram that big 7.0L in (as you note, though....we'll see). It fits in a Corvette, of course, but we know that Corvettes are designed for big-block V8s.