2020 Cadillac CT4-V

CADILLAC INTRODUCES EXPRESSIVE, DYNAMIC 2020 CT4

•Award-winning rear-wheel-drive architecture offers a precise driving experience with an all-turbocharged propulsion portfolio
•Exterior features RWD proportions and an athletic stance
•Super Cruise available in calendar year 2020
•Sport sedan unveiled through immersive new social campaign

Cadillac takes the next step in the realignment of its sedan portfolio with the global introduction of the first-ever CT4 sport sedan. (concept carz)

Revealed to customers through a social media campaign that virtually puts viewers in the driver's seat simulating the car's liberating drive experience, the 2020 CT4 is poised to appeal to a new generation of sport-luxury customers.

The CT4 offers plenty for the senses, starting with its RWD proportions and an athletic design. A bold color-and-trim palette featuring 11 exterior color options along with eight distinct interior color, material and trim options, customers will have no trouble making a statement.

Driven by an all-turbocharged propulsion portfolio and leveraging Cadillac's award-winning rear-wheel-drive architecture (AWD available on every model), the CT4 delivers a driving experience unmatched by front-drive competitors. It also incorporates the latest Cadillac technologies, including available Super Cruise1 (available in calendar year 2020), the world's first true hands-free driver assistance feature for more than 200,000 miles of compatible highways in the Ú.S. and Canada.

RWD Proportions and Athletic Design

The CT4's sleek profile leverages the natural, long dash-to-front-axle proportional advantage of the rear-drive platform and, along with its wide stance, expresses presence, confidence and performance.

'We developed CT4 to appeal to youthful buyers in the luxury market who may be new to the Cadillac brand,' said Andrew Smith, executive director of global Cadillac design. 'The vehicle was intended to draw attention, using a combination of great proportions, taught surfacing and Cadillac family details that hint at the athletic driving experience this vehicle offers.'

Bright exterior accents, along with unique grilles (with premium hot foil-stampings on the grille elements) and fascias, distinguish the CT4 Luxury and Premium Luxury models. The Sport and V-Series models are differentiated by darker accents and performance-inspired details, including unique grilles, fascias, rocker extensions, rear spoiler and exclusive performance design wheels4.

Each trim also features LED exterior lighting including headlamps, tail lamps and signature vertical lights at all four corners.

Perfectly-Balanced Driving Dynamics


'Cadillac is dedicated to building the most exhilarating sport-luxury sedans,' said Rob Kotarak, Cadillac chief engineer. 'Every element of the CT4 is designed to bring innovative technologies right to the driver, providing discerning driving dynamics with cutting edge precision.'

Additional chassis and driving dynamics features:
•Bosch premium electric, rack-mounted power steering system.
•Capable, precise and more-dependable eBoost brakes with patented Duralife coated rotors.
•Brembo front brakes standard on Sport and V-Series models.
•ZF MVS (Multi-Valve System) passive dampers.
•All-Wheel Drive (AWD) available on all models.
•Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 (V-Series RWD).

Selectable vehicle drive modes are standard and allow customers to enhance their vehicle settings for different preferences and conditions. The modes, Tour, Sport, Snow/Ice and Track, are joined by new My Mode and V Mode (V-Series), which can alter the calibrations for transmission shifting, suspension, steering and brake feel, front/rear torque split (with AWD), vehicle sound character and other vehicle attributes.

Available Continental self-sealing tires are a segment-first and contribute to the CT4's balance of control in all conditions. They, along with the available run-flat tires, allow driving with most punctures that would otherwise sideline conventional tires requiring immediate replacement or repair.

Turbocharged Performance Choices


CT4 leverages Cadillac's proven turbocharging proficiency as the foundation for its spirited performance. The brand's 2.0L Twin-Scroll Turbo engine, with three-step sliding camshaft technology along with Active Fuel Management and automatic stop/start, is standard and SAE-certified at 237 hp (177 kW) and 258 lb.-ft of torque (350 Nm). It is backed by a sophisticated eight-speed automatic transmission. (posted on conceptcarz.com)

Cadillac's new 2.7L segment-first Dual-Volute Turbo engine is available on Premium Luxury and is standard on V-Series. Horsepower is estimated at 309 hp (230 kW) with 348 lb.-ft of torque (472 Nm) in the Premium Luxury model and 325 hp (242 kW) and 380 lb.-ft of torque (515 Nm) in the CT4-V. It is matched with a segment-exclusive 10-speed automatic transmission with Electronic Precision Shift.

Like the 2.0L Turbo engine, the 2.7L Turbo also features a three-step sliding camshaft design, along with Active Fuel Management and automatic stop/start. Additional technologies include:
•Active Thermal Management, which uses targeted engine heating and cooling to improve performance in hot and cold ambient temperatures.
•An integrated exhaust manifold, which recovers heat for faster engine and transmission warm-up, along with quicker turbo response.
•An efficient electric water pump enables continual cabin heating, even when the engine is off during stop/start events.
•Tandem solenoid starter enables a faster response from a stop/start event and enables a smoother drive-away.

Driver-Focused and Connected Cabin

Designed for a new generation of luxury sport sedan customers, the CT4's contemporary interior reflects sculptural, tactile forms and sophisticated details wrapped around a driver-centric cockpit that artistically incorporates the brand's signature technologies.

Ergonomically optimized and intuitive controls enhance driver confidence, while all the touchpoints in the cabin are crafted for a confident, high-tech sense of tactility. Additionally, sophisticated use of metal accents throughout enhances the décor and technology-driven ambience.

A high-definition, 8-inch-diagonal touchscreen is the centerpiece and focal point for the CT4's connectivity. It is mounted prominently in the center of the instrument panel with superb integration that flows with the interior's lines.

The CT4 benefits from GM's new digital vehicle platform, an all-new electronic architecture that enables the adoption of the company's next generation of technologies. The platform enables faster signal transmissions as well as continuous vehicle improvements through over-the-air updates and enhanced cybersecurity measures.

Authentic materials such as leather appointments enhance refinement, while a host of standard comfort and convenience features emphasize Cadillac's attention to detail:
•Keyless entry and push-button starting.
•Leather-wrapped steering wheel (heated steering wheel is available).
•Full-color dual-display driver information center.
•HD Rear Vision Camera.2
•LED interior lighting with stealth mode.
•Dual-zone automatic climate control with a humidity sensor, dust/particulate filter and rear-seat vents.
•Premium audio system with Active Noise Cancellation.

CT4-V Details

An additional V-Series variant was previewed at the Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix in June, representing the next step in Cadillac's V-Series performance legacy.

The CT4 Experience

The CT4 was unveiled to customers through an immersive social media campaign that kicked off with an interactive Instagram story, to be followed by multiple video clips on YouTube, Twitter and Instagram, all designed to appeal to viewers' sensory nature.

'The first-ever Cadillac CT4 changes the sport-luxury sedan game, fusing technology and performance in a distinctive design for customers who want to express themselves,' said Melissa Grady, Cadillac chief marketing officer. 'Because the CT4 is equal parts technology and performance, we wanted to reveal it in a way that would stimulate the senses and evoke emotions our customers might feel when behind the wheel.'

The 2020 CT4 will be available for ordering later this year. It will be manufactured at GM's Lansing Grand River facility, which received a $211-million investment to build the next-generation Cadillac sedans. Pricing and additional information will be announced closer to the start of regular production.

Source - Cadillac

Cadillac Reveals First-Ever CT4-V and CT5-V

Expanded lineup adds more choices for spirited performance. Highlights include available Super Cruise, AWD, Magnetic Ride Control 4.0, eLSD and new V-Mode

Driven by Cadillac's latest turbocharging technology and building on more than 15 years of performance credentials, the first-ever 2020 CT4-V and CT5-V were unveiled today, expanding choices for the brand's V-Series performance sub-brand.



'The new V-Series sedan lineup defines modern sophistication by combining luxury appointments with thoughtful technology and athletic refinement for the discerning enthusiast,' said Brandon Vivian, Cadillac executive chief engineer. 'We are inviting even more customers into the V-Series family by adding a new level of elevated performance between our Sport models and the ultimate, high-performance track capability that the V-Series has grown to represent.'

The first-ever CT4 and recently introduced CT5 represent Cadillac's realigned sedan portfolio, characterized by new proportions, innovative technologies and more appearance and performance choices. Each is built on Cadillac's award-winning rear-wheel-drive Alpha architecture, with the V-Series models developed to deliver the ultimate blend of performance, presence and road-going refinement.



Cadillac's exclusive Super Cruise1, the first true hands-free driver assistance feature for the freeway, is available on more than 130,000 miles of limited-access freeways in the Ú.S. and Canada. It will be available on both new V-Series models.

'The new lineup expands the V-Series ethos, drawing more customers into the Cadillac Performance family, and the newest Vs are focused on elevated athleticism and luxurious refinement for customers wanting a dynamic daily drive,' said Mark Reuss, GM president. 'And this is only the beginning of the V family. Cadillac's passion for performance shines on a racetrack. Stay tuned.'

Vehicle highlights
CT5-V — The first-ever CT5-V builds on the precision-focused details of the all-new luxury sedan introduced earlier this year to offer elevated road performance and an engaging driving experience.
◾Powered by Cadillac's high-output 3.0L Twin Turbo V-6 engine, which uses low-inertia turbochargers to enhance power production across the rpm band. It is rated at a Cadillac-estimated 355 horsepower (265 kW), pending SAE certification.
◾10-speed automatic transmission. (posted on conceptcarz.com)
◾Electronic limited-slip rear differential.
◾Standard RWD and available AWD.
◾V-Series performance chassis with Magnetic Ride Control 4.0.
◾Performance Traction Management.
◾Vehicle Control Mode with customizable V-Mode.
◾Brembo front braking system.
◾19-inch wheels and summer-only performance tires2 (all-season tires available with AWD).
◾Dark exterior accents and V-Series mesh grilles; unique rear diffuser and quad exhaust tips.
◾Super Cruise1 available.
◾Únique performance persona instrument cluster and V-Mode steering wheel control.

CT4-V — Developed for a new generation of sedan customers, the first-ever CT4 blends nimble handling and Cadillac's signature technology. The CT4-V takes these traits further, infusing the brand's racing DNA for a dynamic, responsive and exhilarating driving experience.
◾Powered by Cadillac's high-output 2.7L Turbo engine featuring a unique three-step sliding camshaft that helps optimize performance at all speeds. It is rated at a Cadillac-estimated 320 horsepower (239 kW), pending SAE certification.
◾10-speed automatic.
◾Limited-slip rear differential.
◾V-Series performance chassis with Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 (on RWD) or ZF MVS passive dampers (on AWD).
◾Vehicle Control Mode with customizable V-Mode.
◾Brembo front braking system.
◾18-inch wheels and summer-only performance tires2 (all-season tires available with AWD).
◾Near-perfect 50/50 weight distribution for an exceptional feeling of balance and control.
◾Dark exterior accents and V-Series mesh grilles; quad exhaust tips, unique rear spoiler design that helps reduce rear lift while increasing grip for the rear tires.
◾Super Cruise1 available.
◾Únique performance persona instrument cluster and V-Mode steering wheel control.

Source - Cadillac