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Cadillac prices 2009 CTS-V from $59,995
by Chris Shunk on Oct 17th 2008 at 10:29AM 
Click above for high-res gallery of the 2009 Cadillac CTS-V
The Cadillac CTS-V has already proven that its impressive power stats translate nicely to the track with sub-8 minute 'Ring times and a 0-60 time of 3.9 seconds. The General is also positioning its new 556-hp halo sedan as a performance bargain, having announced today that it will go on sale around November 1 with a starting price of just $59,995. That's more than $40,000 cheaper than the less powerful XLR-V, and we'd argue the CTS-V is more attractive with its v2.0 Art and Science styling and works much better as a daily driver with its back seat and usable trunk. The CTS-V also makes the larger $80,900 STS-V sedan completely irrelevant considering its 86-hp power advantage, improved aesthetics and quicker moves. Even the vaunted BMW M5 with its higher starting price of $83,900 and less powerful 500-hp 5.0L V10 engine can't touch the CTS-V in price or performance.
Gallery: 2009 Cadillac CTS-V
[Source: GM]
PRESS RELEASE
Cadillac's All-New 2009 CTS-V Ready For Launch
The 2009 CTS-V, Cadillac's 556-hp expression of ultimate performance and luxury, begins production this month with initial sales beginning around November 1. The latest in the brand's V-Series of high performance models, the new CTS-V is intended to reach the top of the world's most desirable luxury cars, at a starting price of $59,995 in the US market.
"The launch of the new CTS-V presents a compelling proposition for luxury and performance enthusiasts," says Mark McNabb, North America vice president, Cadillac/Premium Channel. "The CTS-V is a strong statement about Cadillac design and technology and a new member in the club of the highest performing luxury cars."
The CTS-V, based on Cadillac's critically acclaimed CTS sports sedan, expresses the full extent of the brand's dramatic design and technology. Designed to enter the stratosphere of the world's fastest and most exclusive luxury sedans, CTS-V includes advanced performance technology such as a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine and Magnetic Ride Control, the world's fastest reacting suspension.
The new CTS-V comes standard with a nearly complete collection of features, including a hand-crafted cabin, a 6-speed manual transmission and a Bose surround sound system with a 40-gigabyte hard drive with a USB port. In addition there are a few options available, including a new 6-speed automatic transmission with steering wheel mounted shift buttons, 14-way adjustable Recaro performance seats, microfiber interior accents and a large "Ultra-View" sunroof.
"Along with the new Escalade Hybrid, the CTS-V is a key aspect in Cadillac's ongoing renaissance, with dramatic designs and very sophisticated technologies for luxury consumers," McNabb said. "These two new high-tech Cadillac models pave the way for a series of new Cadillac models coming in 2009, including the upcoming CTS Sport Wagon and SRX Crossover."
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Reader Comments (Page 1 of 7)
nastinupe 10:34AM (10/17/2008)
Who cares... I'd still get the M5 just because it looks better and IS NOT a Caddy.
Image is everything. Stuffing a 556 hp engine in a car isn't impressing me. If that's all that mattered, I'd be at the Nissan dealer right now trading in my 2006 911 C4S for a GT-R.
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BigMcLargeHuge 10:41AM (10/17/2008)
I think the front of the Caddy looks better than the BMW. Not sold on the rear though.
PhattyDre16 10:46AM (10/17/2008)
They didn't just "stuff" a powerful engine in there. They also "stuffed" a lot of high tech suspension components, a world class interior, and other advanced drive train components like asymmetrical drive shafts. It beat the M5 in the 'Ring by a half a minute for a reason.
Dave 10:56AM (10/17/2008)
That is you opinion but the mystique of the BMW has worn off with all the yuppies driving them.
I like the looks of the CTS much better than a beemer, and I find the XLR better looking than the CTS on top of that.
Shiftright 10:52AM (10/17/2008)
Don't get me wrong, I love the M5. It's sexy, finely detailed, well built and superbly engineered, but you could slap a BMW badge on a Yugo and park it next to a CTS and the BMW faithful would flock to the Yugo...Snob appeal is hard to create, and is seemingly unaffected by facts and figures. Aesthetics are a personal choice, but there is simply no argument anymore against the Caddy vs an M, period. I would also wager the Caddy will be more reliable and even when it breaks will be much easier to fix.
elpepe 10:59AM (10/17/2008)
If I might be so eloquent..... current 5 series = barf!
its headlights = http://jabotsboutique.com/lfrms23.jpg
Shipey 11:15AM (10/17/2008)
You're totally right. Image is EVERYTHING.
The M5 says "I will totally impress your neighbors."
This Caddy says "Performance is King. F the neighbors."
Amien 11:55AM (10/17/2008)
You're a dumbass, not because "image" or whatever is important to you, but because you assume that is the same for everyone else as well.
Given the choice, i'd trade/(choose one over the other)/sell my 911 for a GT-R and my M5 for the CTS-V, then look at the money i have left over/saved and laugh at people like you.
I might be a minority though...oh wait...
nastinupe 12:01PM (10/17/2008)
Actually, I'm not the dumbass. IMHO the M5 "looks" better than the CTS-V. And trust me, once you get into the 500 hp range, you'll be happy. Like I said before, I don't think that I would pay $83k for a new M5, but since used ones are in that price range now, I would opt for a used M5 over a new CTS-V. That's just me.
And like I said about my 997 C4S, that's also my opinion. I think that the GT-R looks like a box and the interior lookers ricer as well. I have seen several in person and I was not the least bit impressed. I love my 911 and wouldn't give it up for almost any car in the world... expect a handfull.
The take home message. Power and speed isn't everything. Sometimes you go with what feels better and what fits your personality best. I don't race with numbers in a mag or on autoblog. And I certainatly don't decide what car I'm going to purchase solely on what a car does at "The Ring".
If that were the case, I'd be lining up to get the Colbalt SS Turbo.
Big Rocket 1:01PM (10/17/2008)
@nastinupe: Regarding aesthetics, you are certainly entitled to your opinion that the BMW M5 looks good. Here is mine: When I do my business in the bathroom, I produce crap with plenty of flame surfacing. I don't have the intestinal fortitude to accept flame surfacing for my car.
Randy915 1:42PM (10/17/2008)
Some of you are dead wrong, image *IS* everything. Most Buyers of nuclear powered saloons are never going to take it to the track because that's not what these cars are truly meant to do. There are Evos and pocket rockets for that. So your 0.1 faster 0-60 time, factory Nurburing lap achievements or slightly better(?) suspencion doesn't matter much in the REAL WORLD.
So, what's more classy and sexy? Driving by in a M5 or in a CTS-V (which most pedestrians don't even know WTF it is)? I'll put my money on the M5.
And that earlier yuppie comment is just plain jealousy.
jv2k 1:53PM (10/17/2008)
Am I the only one who thinks BMWs are bland as hell? The entire lineup looks almost identical. Granted it's a nice homologous look, but BMW could use a car that looks different.
An M5 looks like any other boring bland luxury sedan, and only enthusiasts can tell the difference between it and it's under performing siblings.
Comparing the price of a new car to the price of a used one is stupid. Even if you were to do that, then if you were to wait a few years the CTS-V would be even CHEAPER than the M5. Also when it comes to used cars the caddie starts off more reliable and is a lot cheaper to repair when something goes wrong.
I also love how you changed your opinion from what was essentially "Who care the m5 is better" to "Well numbers don't matter and I drive what fits my personality best". You said something stupid and got your ass handed back to you. Saying "no you see I meant everyone is allowed to have different opinions but I prefer this car" isn't going to change that.
jv2k 2:02PM (10/17/2008)
------Some of you are dead wrong, image *IS* everything. Most Buyers of nuclear powered saloons are never going to take it to the track because that's not what these cars are truly meant to do. There are Evos and pocket rockets for that. So your 0.1 faster 0-60 time, factory Nurburing lap achievements or slightly better(?) suspencion doesn't matter much in the REAL WORLD.-----------
Then why are you buying a 500hp sports car? You can save a lot of money for both cars if you get the lower models. If performance doesn't matter than don't get the performance car.
-----------------So, what's more classy and sexy? Driving by in a M5 or in a CTS-V (which most pedestrians don't even know WTF it is)? -----------
The stylish Cadillac or the bland looking bmw. Hard choice here.
------And that earlier yuppie comment is just plain jealousy.-------
No it's a fact. Yuppies do buy BMWs. A lot of them too. They don't know anything about cars and only buy it because it's a BMW.
Doesn't make BMW a bad brand, and it doesn't make their cars bad. Yuppies do flock to BMW, though.
nastinupe 2:04PM (10/17/2008)
@Randy915
Thanks for the support. These guys are some retards. Do they really by 4 door cars to race? I love the look and stance of an M5. It looks very professional and classy.
It's just like the new G8. Yea, it can be put up against the 5 Series, but come on. What does that say about you when you pull up to a nice resturant in a G8 compared to a 550? I know people talk about numbers, but cars are like clothes or your oocupation and what you wear and what you do really defines who are you and your status is society.
It's not about how much money you make. Women would rather marry a doctor that makes $200,000 a year than date a contractor for construction that makes $275,000 because of the doctor's title and status. That means something and I guess you guys just don't get it.
So go out and get your Sti's and Cobalt SS turbos and fly past my M5 on the way to that dinner party. Just remember that the party won't start until I pull up.
Big Rocket 2:42PM (10/17/2008)
@nastinupe: Calling others retarded. Thinking you're the center of attention at dinner parties. Have you ever wondered where the stigma of arrogant BMW jerks come from?
Coffee Jones 3:09PM (10/17/2008)
Most pedestrians won't know what an M5 is either. They'll see the badge on the front, the aero work, and the shine of the paint and...
That's as far as 95% of non car geek people go.
Amien 3:19PM (10/17/2008)
@nastinupe
Hey, last i heared you guys moved on to Audi's, what gives?
AndrewGTO 4:19PM (10/17/2008)
You buy a car for your preferences and tastes. It's an opinion argument which is just dumb. Like debating which is a better color, red or blue.
As far as "image is everything", that is subjective. If your like most people (especially here on the east coast Tri-state area of the US), that is mostly the case. People drive a car for their "image". Emblem conscious people want " Look at me, I drive a BMW".
IMO: I buy a car to meet my needs, and how it drives for me. For 20k less and better performance, I'm sure I'd end up in the Caddy. I can give an F what people think.
Neil 4:39PM (10/17/2008)
brand whore
innoc3nt 4:41PM (10/17/2008)
I guess I'm the only one who prefers the styling of the M5, particularly in front. I think it looks so sleek and muscular, while the CTS-V looks decidedly crude with all it's inorganic bulges and chrome.
I prefer the CTS-V's rear styling, though, and I'd rather have the CTS-V, EVEN FOR THE SAME PRICE, because from everything I've heard, it's simply the better car. Coming from someone who used to drive an '04 530i.