Cadillac CTS in Houston Texas
Reader’s Question:
A friend of mine suggested that I get a CTS for myself to use here in Texas. He kept bragging how powerful the thing was, and I’m already convinced that it is because of him. I’d like to find out what other features are there in the CTS.
Reggie
Houston, TX
Hi there, Mr. Reggie! Your friend was definitely right in pushing you to grab a CTS for yourself to drive around Texas. You should enjoy the rush of the 3.7 Liter V6 engines on these things. Just to add information for you. A standard model CTS gives you 262 hp while the direct injection model generates 302 hp. You can choose between manual-transmission or Hydra-matic transmission systems. To further enhance your driving experience, the CTS also has Stabilitrac, a computer controlled stability control system.
If you’re wondering what you’ll find inside the cabin, you will be amazed as well to find several interesting features. Available as an option, there is Bluetooth integration for your mobile phone. No need to hold the phone when receiving a call while driving. The sound system is more than great if you get an option to add the Bose surround sound system. You can also get the sound system with the option for a hard drive where you can store about 40 gigabytes (translated as: a lot) of music. There is also an available option for an electronic navigation system that’s most likely connected to a satellite map service. The device plots for you the directions, so you get to where you want to go without making wrong turns.
Best move is to schedule for a test drive for you to verify what you know about the car. Happy driving, Reggie.
Cadillac CTS Dealership Houston Texas
Reader’s Question:
I saw a Cadillac CTS the other day here in Houston, Texas and my girlfriend had to close my mouth to stop the drooling. Loved how the car looked. Care to tell me more about the car? I’d like the “ins” more than the “outs.”
Steve
Houston,TX
Hey, Steve-o, I drooled, too. Kidding aside, I do think you don’t have to think hard about the Cadillac CTS. I’ve seen some on the road and saw one in display. You’ll be sold as soon as you step inside your Houston, Texas Cadillac dealer. I will show you some points that will make you feel that you made a great choice.
First, let’s get started with the style of the CTS. Cadillac, in my humble opinion, still rules in the style and appeal section. The CTS is a marriage of style and rugged looks that makes it a true sport sedan. Then if we look under the hood, and go through the different trims available, you’ll expand your choices. Your options for an engine can either be a 3.6 Liter V6 VVT or a 3.6 Liter DI. Comparing horsepower between these two, the 304 hp at 6400 rpm from the Direct Injection engine rules it over its variable valve timing (VVT) brother by 40 hp. There’s also more torque for the DI variant. Standard transmission for these cars is manual but there’s an option to go automatic. I love how the 2008 CTS handles; curves are not an issue with the car. As far as interiors and creature comforts are concerned, I’d say that it’s pretty much standard in what you’ll find in cars today. You will get navigation, a decent stereo system, power seats, just to cite a few. Anyway, Steve, I do hope you finalize your plans to get a CTS. You won’t regret it.
2008 CTS Houston Texas
Reader’s Question:
We live in Houston, Texas and my dad is a Cadillac fan and is thinking about getting the 2008 CTS. Can you give me some insights on the features of this car?
Amie
Houston, TX
What this newly formed CTS offer was plentiful, what it was lacking was me behind the wheel full time. The car is balanced, super fluid powertrain and drivetrain. I had not driven that many other European stalwarts, but this was full of class and uniqueness. I call it eccentric, as I have never seen something that deviated from the cheese ball form, it was a look all its own. It was a stealth fighter Cadillac.
This car is quiet, clean fit and finish, superb ergonomics. The seats were really comfortable and its dash panels were soft to the touch. Finally, Cadillac has put the money where its mouth is, and won! I drove a model without the Direct Injection and the Smart Navigation system through the district streets of Houston. Although I’ve have seen the navigator work on a demo model, I must say it’s really revolutionary. Do you remember the globe in Geography class, that’s how it is detailed. You could almost think you can touch the screen and feel the mountains and rivers on the graphics, good job.
My all time favorite feature are the taillights, it’s just simply a work of art. Cadillac built it with the lights with led bullets and led light tubes; it was an awesome display of lighting. The crevices were tight, and the wheel bows flares out on the front and back, as it looked like an Italian design. The White Diamond metallic paint was fabulous as well.
Generally, I am impressed with the complete package. But I can’t do a review without spotting a couple of negatives. One complaint I had was the rear seats, I’m six foot tall and I just don’t feel that comfortable with my knees digging into the rear of the front seats. Cadillac should have also made the remote start feature a standard on all the models, not just for the Luxury Collection package. Price was indeed competitive with this test model’s price amounting just around 35,890, fully loaded DI models with navigator and AWD can hit the mid forty’s. That’s in line with the rest, base model just slightly cheaper than others as compared to other Houston Lexus Car Dealers.
2008 Cadillac CTS sports car Houston
Reader’s Question:
What makes the 2008 Cadillac CTS an outstanding sports car for luxury car lovers?
Julius
Houston, TX
The new 2008 Cadillac CTS – carries a powerful aluminum engine that transforms all torque through a six-speed manual gearbox and sends it to the rear wheels in classic, and highly predictable and controllable, front-engine/rear-drive arrangement. This four-door spotter appears like it could out-run the wind and trump any twisty road course it comes across.
This car made history in 2003 as the first rear-wheel-drive (RWD) vehicle in Cadillac’s fleet since 1979, and the first stocking a manual transmission for a RWD Caddy in 50 years.
For 2008, an overhaul for Generation 2.0 of CTS brings fresh and new package styling with an impressive front grille patterned after the Cadillac Sixteen concept car. The new CTS scores a wheel track that is two inches wider, with traction in conventional RWD or on-demand, all-wheel-drive (AWD). Its two power train choices culminate with a forceful new direct-injection V6.
The sedan’s aggressive face features a prominent horizontal louver panel in modern expository of the Cadillac egg-crate grille and piercing optics with stacked round high-intensity discharge (HID) xenon lamps that swivel in concert with the vehicle’s front wheels.
The CTS is packed with comprehensive safety measures which include air bags surrounding front-seat riders, which stretch like curtains in concealment above front and rear side windows. The top V6 for the CTS makes 304 horsepower at 6,300 rpm, with the torque peaking up to 293 lb-ft at 5,200 rpm. With the base V6 on board, the CTS works in RWD or AWD mode. However, RWD if you prefer the direct-injection V6, only RWD applies.
Cadillac establishes a MSRP for the 2008 CTS beginning at $32,245 for the base engine with the RWD format and manual shifter. If you want to add the automatic transmission, MSRP rises to $34,545. Packaged equipment brings more gear for higher price – a Luxury Collection, Premium Luxury Collection, Performance love One and Luxury Level Two.
Certainly, owning this masterpiece gives every passerby a head turn and be the envy along the busy highways of Houston, Texas. Check your local Cadillac dealer in town for a test drive and experience the power.
