Like many other manufacturers, Cadillac is increasingly turning into an SUV brand. But the Americans are still swearing allegiance to the limousine for the time being.
The American carmaker Cadillac is presenting the new sedan CT19 at the New York Auto Show (April 29-5). The four-door, which will probably start in 2020, will inherit the previous ATS and CTS series, which are currently only available in Germany in particularly powerful V versions.
While a few years ago Cadillac releases were characterized by rather avant-garde designs, the new CT5 comes across more like a good average type. Long, vertical LED daytime running lights and a beaded bonnet give the front character.
The new Cadillac wants to remain true to the core values of the brand with increased comfort. This is to be ensured, among other things, by acoustic optimization and a noise cancellation system, each of which minimizes background noise. In addition, the CT5 should offer a range of assistance systems that allow a high level of semi-automated driving on freeway journeys. In addition, a new infotainment system called CUE is used, with a giant tablet-style touchscreen in the center of the dashboard.
The new Cadillac model is based on GM's alpha architecture, which can be combined with either rear-wheel or all-wheel drive. There will be a choice of two supercharged petrol engines with a displacement of two or three liters. Standard transmission is a ten-speed automatic. Cadillac announces further details on the trade fair premiere.