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A Sneek Peek at The 2008 Cadillac CTS
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A Sneek Peek at The 2008 Cadillac CTS
Ed Welburn, GM Vice President, Global Design (left) and Bob Lutz, GM Vice Chairman, Global Product Development, provide a sneak peek of the all-new 2008 Cadillac CTS, which will be fully revealed at Detroit’s North American International Auto Show in January. The performance luxury sedan is scheduled to begin production in late-summer of 2007, with worldwide sales to follow in the fall.
Cadillac’s first-generation CTS built a strong record of success on many levels since its inception in 2002. Cadillac sold more than 60,000 copies in the U.S. in 2005, compared to roughly 38,000 in 2002, an increase of more than 50% over that period. There are roughly 275,000 CTS owners worldwide, and industry researchers say they are among the most satisfied in the automotive market. AutoPacific rated CTS as the top Entry Luxury Car in its annual Vehicle Satisfaction Awards in 2006.
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chewy
- 12/19/2006 3:33:34 PM
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Yet another brand following the Audi/VW with a large trapezoid shaped front grill. Just as BMW did with the 3 series and other have done as well.
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carfan3
- 12/19/2006 3:37:12 PM
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difference is, cadillac makes it look good
EL34
- 12/19/2006 3:44:57 PM
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chewy, that type of grill is popular right now and Caddy have done a great job.
Autoegr525
- 12/19/2006 3:50:26 PM
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It's got a crease in the bumper, it doesnt have audi's trapezoid chrome trim around the whole thing...I always thought the big gray audi grille makes the car look like it has some stuble that needs shaving, like a goatee or a uh...maybe some of you catch my drift...anyway I agree caddy pulled it off way better than Audi does, even if they started that particular trend.
1995e34
- 12/19/2006 5:29:13 PM
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what bmw has the big trapezoidal grille? i must've missed that one
chewy
- 12/19/2006 5:33:43 PM
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Look at the outline of the BMW 3 series front, reminiscent of the Audi one.
1995e34
- 12/19/2006 5:52:03 PM
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ok, upon review, i see it a bit. it's a stretch, but yes i see what your saying.
Flight152
- 12/19/2006 3:43:24 PM
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I'm sorry, this thing is already horrible looking.
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EL34
- 12/19/2006 3:45:37 PM
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And what do you think is a good looking car so I can compare?
drakarula
- 12/19/2006 3:53:27 PM
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Bottom line it is a Cadillac. I would take the new Infiniti G35 any day!
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EL34
- 12/19/2006 3:58:41 PM
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I would take a Veyron over either anyday.
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/6/6b/Bugatti_veyron_in_Tokyo.jpg
chewy
- 12/19/2006 4:10:58 PM
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So would I.
1995e34
- 12/19/2006 5:56:23 PM
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i'd take a veyron, and sell the stupid thing. buy a house, a graduate degree, a trophy wife, lotsa baseball cards, some oysters, a race track, a gorilla, an m5, platinum teeth, liposuction, a butler, another trophy wife...and then laugh at the sucker that bought the veyron from me.
1995e34
- 12/19/2006 8:36:16 PM
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ok, i guess i'd just be happy i didn't have to insure the damn thing
paul3230
- 12/19/2006 11:38:42 PM
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why? Just because it's Japanese? The new G looks just like the old one.
blueice4589
- 12/19/2006 4:24:46 PM
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Looks Escalade-ish.
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SilverAero
- 12/19/2006 4:26:33 PM
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Looks good, would take it over any lexus, maybe a GS but we'll have to see. I like cadillac, these days it's got some character. Can't feel that in most Asian cars ive driven
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EL34
- 12/19/2006 4:28:58 PM
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This car is a winner for Caddy.
G35Lover
- 12/19/2006 4:58:31 PM
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GS is in a different category
carfan3
- 12/19/2006 5:04:16 PM
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how is the GS in a different category? they are the same size.
EL34
- 12/19/2006 5:19:25 PM
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G35 is the main competition.
paul3230
- 12/19/2006 11:42:25 PM
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Neon lights?? Dude..those's aren't neon..if anything they use LED's or eletroluminance panels for any particular type of background lighting. Have you seen the interior?? I would suggest sitting in the new 08 before making judgements about the interior is inferior to a Lexus. When you do that..and you feel the same way, then I'll respect that.
Larry
- 12/19/2006 4:44:31 PM
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Chewy, I don't think you understand, who wants to follow Audi the 9th rated luxury brand in terms sales popularity and reputation in the USA. Audi makes its money on people making a $1.50 a day in china, stop embarrassing yourself with these stupid comments, Audi is group of losers, always has been always will be. At least Cadillac use to be great.
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chewy
- 12/19/2006 5:13:52 PM
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Too bad that BMW has used Audi front trapezoid grill in the 3 series, and this Cadillac has used the Audi trapezoid grill as well. I see many companies taking Audi's controversial grill and using it on their fronts. Don't worry, Audi will gain quickly here in the states.
chewy
- 12/19/2006 5:26:58 PM
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I am sure that the Chinese that are buying the expensive Audis are making very nice money. Probably over 100,000 dollars a year.
1995e34
- 12/19/2006 6:17:50 PM
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cadillac has had their grille forever. it just grew...alot
EL34
- 12/19/2006 5:13:48 PM
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Here's more photo and of the interior!
http://www.leftlanenews.com/2006/04/02/breaking-gm-previews-2008-cadillac-cts/
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Loki123
- 12/19/2006 5:27:18 PM
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Acura MDX front crease is starting to look like this design (similar angles). Looks nice - muscular! Hopefully the sides and rear aren't overlooked by the design department. Seems like no one car has a 10 out of 10 front/sides/rear.
BMW 3 = 10/10 sides/front - but ugly rear
Infiniti M = 10/10 rear - but ugly front and sides
Escalade = 10/10 front - but ugly rear and sides
2008 Audi TT seems like it has the whole design package front/sides/rear.
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chewy
- 12/19/2006 5:51:00 PM
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The new TT is a very beautiful car for sure.
lexusis350
- 12/19/2006 5:42:26 PM
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It looks pretty good, for a domestic car. It also looks really small. Look how low the hood his compared to those guys kneeling next do it.
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EL34
- 12/19/2006 5:44:40 PM
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The CTS is the smallest Caddy.
lexusis350
- 12/19/2006 5:50:33 PM
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I know, but it looks a lot lower and smaller than the one before.
answer
- 12/19/2006 5:56:13 PM
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I really hope Cadillac doesn't offer this new one in the same metallic-orange color the first generation one was. That was ugly!
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1995e34
- 12/19/2006 5:59:52 PM
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dying to see the real thing.
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no1listensanyway
- 12/19/2006 6:26:39 PM
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I have an 06 CTS, its powerful, smooth and very reliable oh and it looks great. I know its not class leading, who cares it serves my purposes. Will buy again when the coupe comes out...
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Sauceboy01
- 12/19/2006 6:57:55 PM
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So far so good, I dont like American automobiles, but this is looking quite good. I'll make my judgment once i see the full car.
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Grambo
- 12/19/2006 7:02:01 PM
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I can't wait to see this car in full. I'm going to NAIAS just to check this car out.
Why are you using such a small image? If you look at the high-resolution image, it looks like it has LED headlights and seems to be identical to what we saw in the 60 minutes screen caps.
http://img179.imageshack.us/my.php?image=2008cadillacctsda8.jpg
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chewy
- 12/19/2006 7:56:04 PM
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Thanks for the high res.
SilverAero
- 12/19/2006 7:09:44 PM
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Looks really good, should be a nice alternative to alot of cars out there for people who like that edgy style, i do. Only thing i'm not feeling right now is that diagonal crease going from the bottom of the top grill to the bottom of the car. But i'll make my judgement on that later.
The CTS has such a huge fan base i'm pretty sure it's gonna sell no matter what
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mstangpny07
- 12/19/2006 7:47:06 PM
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Striking...
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paul3230
- 12/19/2006 11:37:50 PM
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Very striking..can't wait to see the whole thing
ej257
- 12/19/2006 7:55:28 PM
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Still looks like it was design by someone who only had a ruler, but nonetheless it looks better than the first generation. Great job GM, cant wait to see the rest of the car.
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Lexapeal
- 12/19/2006 9:13:02 PM
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For Lexus, its all about elegence in my opinion. Atleast for the time being it is. I think when they realize that you can make things go faster and look more racey and still have the excellent interior. They will be all over it. Just give it some time.
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EL34
- 12/19/2006 9:57:04 PM
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What's going on with the headlights, are they LED?
http://img179.imageshack.us/my.php?image=2008cadillacctsda8.jpg
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chewy
- 12/19/2006 10:24:17 PM
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No, maybe LED DRL or turn signals.
paul3230
- 12/19/2006 11:37:13 PM
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The low beams are HID and the high beams are LED w/ LED amber turnsignals
chewy
- 12/20/2006 1:30:19 AM
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Nah, can't just put LEDs and get a beam going. At best they are DRL like in the S6/S8.
huu76
- 12/19/2006 10:01:05 PM
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Everyone copying Audi/VW's big gulp grill eh? Do you remember the Chrysler Concorde and 300M?
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paul3230
- 12/19/2006 11:36:27 PM
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Hello? Cadillac's had "big" grills back in 50's
huu76
- 12/19/2006 10:01:58 PM
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Oh, and the trapezoid grille, from what I remember, was Honda's first. There could be other's, but I can't remember.
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EL34
- 12/20/2006 9:32:35 AM
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Which Honda and what year?
SixxFive
- 12/20/2006 12:36:12 AM
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Looks great! At first glance - presence and character - hope the rest looks even better.
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ToyotaLexus
- 12/20/2006 1:00:52 AM
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I hope they made the interior quality better because all i remember from the CTS was a squeaky interior and rough ride. Power is not bad. looks better than the old one but the grill really IS a bit big.
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EL34
- 12/20/2006 9:31:55 AM
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Not really, it's just Toyota makes little grills.
Agent63
- 12/20/2006 3:08:59 AM
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I think the new CTS will look more handsome than the current & outgoing model. It has the new design that resembles the new Escalade which IMO is a big hit for Cadillac. It looks a lot more luxurious than it's previous truck based interior aka cheapness. Now it's redone with better materials and it rides better. The new CTS should carry some of those traits along with traditional Cadillac luxury. It should sell quite well considering it is a domestic. People of all ages will like this new look. Who ever said Cadillacs are for old foggies? =p. IT should be interesting. The new CTS-V will look real muscular i'm assuming. Oh well, we'll have to wait for the final product to do final judgement.
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shaymasdaddy
- 12/20/2006 11:52:32 AM
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So far I like it. The front end is a little low but overall it looks promising. Cadillac has done a great job improving its quality to compete with the luxury elite (lexus, mercedes, bmw, etc). If the quality is as good as or better than my father's '05 STS which has been relatively trouble free, I would have no problem replacing my '01 525i with the '08 CTS.!!
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huu76
- 12/20/2006 10:09:42 PM
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EL34,
1997 Honda Accord and Civic had the original trapezoid with the little kink in the middle (actually 5 sides).
Since then, the grill has been getting progressively larger, especially on the Acuras but not to the extent of VW/Chrysler/Cadillac.
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1995e34
- 12/21/2006 2:31:50 PM
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so when did caddy start making a trapezoid grille?
S4cabriofoxone
- 12/22/2006 1:02:34 AM
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chewy, you are so, unbelievably biased. What happened?
This looks really nice! I can't wait to see the rest- perhaps, like BMW, this is the "refinement" stage of their dramatic design revolution?
This car is a total wildcard. It might even outperform the 3 Series, but I'm not jumping to conclusions.
It's spelled "Sneak" Peek, not "Sneek".
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huu76
- 12/23/2006 3:21:30 PM
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The 2nd gen Escalade was the first Caddy I think to have the new grille, followed by the CTS.
Correct me if I'm wrong but that was probably late 90s or early 2000.
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