The first CTS-V's T56 had skip-shift, which under light load blocked second and third gear to save fuel.
Median 201 hp across 299 similar cars
Lead trim: CTS-V 6.0 LS2
Cadillac CTS-VCTS-V Sigma · 2004–2007
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FactThe first CTS-V's T56 had skip-shift, which under light load blocked second and third gear to save fuel.
GM introduced the CTS-V in 2004 as a high-performance CTS to rival the BMW M3/M5, Audi S4/S6 and AMG sedans. On the rear-drive Sigma platform it needed its own engine cradle, with larger anti-roll bars, stiffer springs, six-lug hubs and 14-inch Brembo brakes. The 2004–2005 cars used the 5.7-litre LS6 V8 and the 2006–2007 cars the 6.0-litre LS2, both rated at 400 hp and 395 lb-ft, with a Tremec T56 six-speed manual. GM quoted 0–60 mph in 4.6 seconds, a 13.1-second quarter mile at 109 mph and a top speed of 163 mph.
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Trims & Figures
2 published trims in the catalogue. A blank is a figure not recorded, not zero.
| Trim | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–60 | Drive | Gearbox | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTS-V 5.7 LS6 | 2004–2005 | 5.7 L V8 | 400 hp | 395 lb-ft | 4.6 s | RWD | manual | — |
| CTS-V 6.0 LS2 | 2006–2007 | 6.0 L V8 | 400 hp | 395 lb-ft | 4.6 s | RWD | manual | — |
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This CTS-V was tested at 3.5 seconds to 60 mph despite weighing 4,145 lb, the heaviest hard-launching Cadillac yet.
A 2009 CTS-V lapped the Nürburgring in 7:59.32, the fastest documented production sedan on factory tyres until a Panamera Turbo beat it.
The first CTS-V's T56 had skip-shift, which under light load blocked second and third gear to save fuel.
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