The all-new 2013 Cadillac XTS has been unveiled at the Los Angeles Auto Show.
Designed to sit above the CTS in Cadillac’s line-up, the XTS replaces both the STS and full-size DTS models. The focus may be very much on luxury and interior space, but the XTS also boasts some advanced technology.
Magnetic Ride Control, for example, comes fitted as standard. Unlike conventional dampers, the shock absorbers are filled with a magneto-rheological fluid that contains minute iron particles. By applying a magnetic charge to these, the damping characteristics can be adjusted every five milliseconds in response to changing road surface conditions.
The chassis also features rear air suspension and a HiPer Strut set-up for the front. One of the claimed advantages of the latter is reduced torque-steer, which could be useful as the XTS is front-wheel drive (although a Haldex all-wheel drive system with electronically-controlled limited slip differential will also be offered).
For the time being at least, the only engine option is a direct injection 300 bhp (224 kW / 304 PS) 3.6 litre V6 that’s connected to a Hydra-Matic 6T70 six-speed automatic transmission. Buyers switching from the STS might miss their V8, but the XTS drivetrain promises to be much more efficient.
On the inside, the highlight is a new control system called CUE. Based around an eight-inch dashboard screen, it’s designed to respond to touch, voice and even gestures. One benefit is a less cluttered fascia, and consequently the centre stack has only seven buttons. Also available will be a 12.3” configurable display that allows the driver to select one of four themes.
Production of the 2013 Cadillac XTS is planned to commence during spring 2012. Pricing has yet to be announced.
Images © GM Corp.
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Designed to sit above the CTS in Cadillac’s line-up, the XTS replaces both the STS and full-size DTS models. The focus may be very much on luxury and interior space, but the XTS also boasts some advanced technology.
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| 2013 Cadillac XTS. |
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Magnetic Ride Control, for example, comes fitted as standard. Unlike conventional dampers, the shock absorbers are filled with a magneto-rheological fluid that contains minute iron particles. By applying a magnetic charge to these, the damping characteristics can be adjusted every five milliseconds in response to changing road surface conditions.
The chassis also features rear air suspension and a HiPer Strut set-up for the front. One of the claimed advantages of the latter is reduced torque-steer, which could be useful as the XTS is front-wheel drive (although a Haldex all-wheel drive system with electronically-controlled limited slip differential will also be offered).
For the time being at least, the only engine option is a direct injection 300 bhp (224 kW / 304 PS) 3.6 litre V6 that’s connected to a Hydra-Matic 6T70 six-speed automatic transmission. Buyers switching from the STS might miss their V8, but the XTS drivetrain promises to be much more efficient.
On the inside, the highlight is a new control system called CUE. Based around an eight-inch dashboard screen, it’s designed to respond to touch, voice and even gestures. One benefit is a less cluttered fascia, and consequently the centre stack has only seven buttons. Also available will be a 12.3” configurable display that allows the driver to select one of four themes.
Production of the 2013 Cadillac XTS is planned to commence during spring 2012. Pricing has yet to be announced.
| 2013 Cadillac XTS - Preliminary Technical Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Body | |
| Style | Four-door, five-passenger sedan |
| EPA vehicle class | Full-size sedan |
| Engine | |
| Type | 3.6 litre V6 VVT DI |
| Displacement | 217 cu in / 3,564 cc |
| Bore and stroke | 3.70 x 3.37 in / 94.0 x 85.6 mm |
| Block material | Aluminium |
| Cylinder head material | Cast aluminium |
| Valve gear | DOHC with four valves per cylinder; continuously variable valve timing |
| Ignition system | Individual coil-on-plug; individual cylinder knock control |
| Fuel delivery | Direct injection |
| Compression ratio | 11.5:1 |
| Power | 300 bhp (224 kW / 304 PS) @ 6,800 rpm (est.) |
| Torque | 358 Nm (264 lb/ft) @ 5,300 rpm (est.) |
| Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Emissions controls | Dual close-coupled catalysts and single under-floor catalyst; variable valve timing; evaporative system |
| Est. fuel economy FWD City | 17 mpg US (20.4 mpg Imp. / 13.8 l/100km) |
| Est. fuel economy FWD Highway | 28 mpg US (33.6 mpg Imp. / 8.4 l/100km) |
| Est. fuel economy AWD City | 17 mpg US (20.4 mpg Imp. / 13.8 l/100km) |
| Est. fuel economy AWD Highway | 27 mpg US (32.4 mpg Imp. / 8.7 l/100km) |
| Transmission | |
| Type | Hydra-Matic 6T70 six-speed automatic |
| Gear ratios (:1) | First 4.48; Second 2.87; Third 1.84; Fourth 1.41; Fifth 1.00; Sixth 0.74; Reverse 2.88 |
| Final drive ratio | 2.77 |
| Chassis | |
| Front suspension | HiPer strut coil-over-spring; twin-tube dampers with gas-charged valving; monotube Magnetic Ride Control struts |
| Rear suspension | Linked ‘H’-arm with air shocks and Magnetic Ride Control |
| Steering type | Hydraulic power; variable-effort rack-and-pinion |
| Steering ratio | 15.3 |
| Steering wheel turns, lock-to-lock | 2.64 |
| Turning circle | 38.7 ft /11.8 m |
| Brakes | |
| Type | Split, dual-circuit four-wheel-disc with power assist |
| Disc diameter x thickness front | 13.6 x 1.2 in / 345 x 20 mm (vented) |
| Disc diameter x thickness rear | 12.4 x 0.9 in / 315 x 23 mm (solid) |
| Wheels and Tyres | |
| Wheel size and type | 19” painted aluminium with chrome inserts; 19” polished aluminium; 20” premium-painted aluminium; 20” polished aluminium with chrome inserts |
| Tyre size | P245/45R19 all-season blackwall; P245/40R20 all-season blackwall |
| Exterior dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 111.7 in / 2,837 mm |
| Overall length | 202.0 in / 5,131 mm |
| Overall width | 72.9 in / 1,851 mm |
| Overall height | 59.1 in / 1,501 mm |
| Track front | 61.7 in / 1,567 mm |
| Track rear | 62.0 in / 1,576 mm |
| Curb weight | FWD 3,995 lb / 1,812 kg; AWD 4,180 lb / 1,896 kg |
| Trailer towing maximum | 1,000 lb / 454 kg |
| Interior dimensions | |
| Seating capacity | 5 (2 front / 3 rear) |
| Headroom front | 39.0 in / 990 mm |
| Headroom rear | 37.8 in / 960 mm |
| Legroom front | 42.1 in / 1,069 mm |
| Legroom rear | 40.0 in / 1,016 mm |
| Shoulder room front | 57.9 in / 1,470 mm |
| Shoulder room rear | 56.3 in / 1,430 mm |
| Hip room front | 55.1 in / 1,400 mm |
| Hip room rear | 54.3 in / 1,379 mm |
| EPA interior volume | 122.2 cu ft / 3,458 litres |
| Passenger volume | 104.2 cu ft / 2,949 litres |
| Cargo volume | 18 cu ft / 509 litres |
| Fuel capacity FWD | 18.6 gal. / 70.5 litres |
| Fuel capacity AWD | 19.5 gal / 74.0 litres |
Images © GM Corp.
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