First drive: 2016 Cadillac CTS-V [Review] - LeftLane News
But with the launch of the ATS-V, which now goes head-to-head with the M3, the CTS-V has finally found its lot in life as a direct rival to the M5. With its purpose now clearly defined, we packed our bags for Elkhart Lake's famed Road America... But the higher-ups at General Motors didn't want a four-door Cadillac upstaging the company's flagship performance coupe, so the CTS-V's power ratings stand at 640 horsepower and 630 lb-ft of torque, down 10 and 20, respectively, from the Z06.... Though not a dual-clutch setup, Cadillac says the unit can swap gears in as little as 150 milliseconds. Drivers can either leave the eight speed in Drive or take control via the steering wheel mounted paddle shifters, which are crafted out of genuine magnesium. There are also several drive modes to choose from, including Sport and Track settings. With the Track mode engaged, there are several more sub-settings available that alter the car's traction and stability control systems. Source: www.leftlanenews.com
