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Codenamed internally as the GMX 206, the Cadillac CTS Wagon has clearly gone beyond the consideration phase within GM's hallowed halls and is actively being developed. This prototype was just caught by spy photographers and the profile is unmistakable evidence that the CTS will soon get some extra cargo space. Cadillac's plan to expand the CTS into a full-fledged lineup that can compete with the likes of the the BMW 3-Series and Audi A4 hinges on producing more variants than just the sedan. The CTS Coupe Concept was introduced at the Detroit Auto Show in January, so it's no surprise that we're seeing the wagon in development now and we would expect a convertible version of the coupe eventually, as well. Sources say that Cadillac will build around 10,000 - 12,000 units of the CTS wagon at the same Lansing Grand River Assembly Plant as the sedan and coupe, with most of those being earmarked for sale in Europe. And we have to say that the Family Truckster has never looked so sharp.
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 3)
TriShield @ Apr 25th 2008 3:05PM
It's going to be an extremely sharp car and hopefully a good seller for GM.
It's still a shame we aren't getting the Holden Sportwagon over here through Pontiac though. I'd be much more interested in a G8 GT wagon than the CTS.
Ligor @ Apr 25th 2008 3:24PM
when are they going to put this up for sale
i want mine in black please, now
TBlueMax @ Apr 25th 2008 4:50PM
TriShield - I share your sentiments about and enthusiasm for the CTS wagon and what could have been a G8 Wagon. However, after seeing the spy shots of this newest Caddy, I'm having a tough time holding a grudge against GM for not bringing over the Holden wagon, even if the CTS wagon will come in a slightly smaller package.
I'm not sure how Caddy will position this against the Saab 9'3 SportCombi but I'm dying to find out. The drivetrain options will likely be enough to distinguish the two within GM's product portfolio.
Torrent @ Apr 25th 2008 6:54PM
Ever think we'll get a convertible?
Ken @ Apr 25th 2008 3:07PM
If its handsome enough, i could see lux cars like these possibly attracting some of those big lux suv buyers away from them and getting into these lux wagons....here's to hoping!
DKB_SATX @ Apr 25th 2008 4:49PM
I wonder how many SRX owners will consider this for their new Caddy? I wondered why they didn't update the SRX when they updated the CTS with a new platform, since the SRX was based off the old CTS.
The SRX was a non-starter for me... if I wanted a tall-tippy wagon I wouldn't be so spiteful that Subaru has left me with only the Outback version of the Legacy Wagon as a possible replacement for my Legacy GT. This car, with a reasonable ride height and CTS style has real potential.
Xcountryflyer @ Apr 25th 2008 10:25PM
Hopefully it will sell. Cadillac's SRX is such a clunker.
Huecifer @ Apr 25th 2008 3:14PM
Has cadillac ever made a wagon?
Jared @ Apr 25th 2008 3:27PM
Recently in Europe Cadillac has been selling wagon versions of the Euro-only BLS: http://autoreview.belproject.com/item/357
It appears that most (all?) of the Cadillac station wagons built in the US were aftermarket conversions.
DJ @ Apr 25th 2008 3:34PM
Has cadillac ever made a wagon?
Yes.....they're called hearses.
Jared @ Apr 25th 2008 3:49PM
I believe the hearses are not made by Cadillac, but are instead aftermarket conversions:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cadillac_Commercial_Chassis
For example, here is one current coachbuilder: http://www.hearse.com
WestSiderRider @ Apr 25th 2008 3:23PM
I love wagons! I hope to see more high performance wagons like the S4 Avant. In case BMW is reading this, please make a 335i or 335xi wagon! Can you imagine a CTS-V wagon?! Pure awesomeness.
Brent @ Apr 25th 2008 3:24PM
I can imagine a Dodge Magnum SRT-8.
PAT @ Apr 25th 2008 3:24PM
Now give me a damn diesel or hybrid, and I will buy one!
Richard @ Apr 25th 2008 3:27PM
I love a wagon.
This - if the AWD is performance oriented (read rear-biased torque distribution) - could be my next purchase.
Unless Subaru sees the trend and re-introduces a Legacy GT Wagon.
sjg @ Apr 25th 2008 3:30PM
Sign me up. I'm just not sure what the market is like for wagons with performance/attitude. They sound like a great idea but how well do they sell? Sure the BMW wagons get some attention but how much volume is there? The Magnum is gone (too bad...I feel like it was neglected). I love my Legacy GT Wagon but Subaru has killed that. There was the V70R for a little while but none of these seem to last very long. I wish Cadillac luck though because this could be a great car...I just don't know how much of a success it would be.
DKB_SATX @ Apr 25th 2008 4:46PM
Well, since Subaru really doesn't even market the Legacy in the US, to say nothing of our wagons, it's not much of a surprise that they claim they don't sell. What was interesting to me when I bought my '05 was that it was one of 3 manual-transmission GT wagons at a dealer anywhere in Texas, and this was in March of '05. So, they don't offer any MT supply, then turn around and say "No one buys this car with a stick" and drop the manual before dropping the Legacy wagon altogether.
The Forester has gotten BIGGER and they've cursed it by not just offering the turbo engine only with an auto, but using the clunky 4-speed auto from the Impreza rather than the less-awful 5-speed from the Legacy line. So, no new Subarus in my future unless they come around. At least this Caddy has potential, I think the new CTS is sharp but didn't have room for the dog. Choice is a good thing.
Richard @ Apr 25th 2008 5:39PM
I predict that SUV sales will drop and wagon sales will increase.
I just paid $3.84 per gallon for premium here in RI and though I don't have to, it is hard to feed a whole family and a giant dinosaur juice drinker at the same time.
Ergo, wagon sales will increase.
oldraven @ Apr 25th 2008 3:34PM
NICE!!!!!
Franz @ Apr 25th 2008 3:34PM
I love wagons, but if the poor sales numbers of the Dodge Magnum are anything to go by, a lot of Americans aren't gonna be too keen on this. I hope for GM's sake this does well.