Cadillac ups the stakes with 2015 ATS Coupe

Cadillac’s first-ever compact luxury Coupe will offer drivers the choice of rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, and the power from a 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder or a 3,6-litre six cylinder.

In all combinations, the Cadillac ATS Coupe takes advantage of its lightweight and strong structure to deliver exhilarating performance with efficiency, with a segment-leading power-to-weight ratio.

“The 2015 Cadillac ATS Coupe is a natural step in the brand’s progression, and another fun-to-drive and technologically advanced product for a new generation of drivers extending our target groups,” said Uwe Ellinghaus, chief marketing officer, Global Cadillac. “It is an exclusively distinctive American alternative, unique in its class, yet delivering a sporty and sophisticated driving experience rivaling the world’s best.

“Like the sedan, the ATS Coupé’s driving dynamics are rooted in mass efficiency, which helps make it one of Cadillac’s lightest and most agile models ever – and the lightest car in the compact luxury Coupé segment.

The 2.0L Turbo engine is upgraded from the current ATS sport sedan to deliver nearly 14 per cent more torque, taking it to 400Nm . This gives the standard ATS Coupe an advantage in power and weight over similarly equipped Coupes such as the BMW 428i. Greater torque means greater pulling power, for a greater feeling of responsiveness at low speeds, and helps the Cadillac ATS Coupé achieve an estimated 0-60 time of 5,6 seconds.

“More power with less weight is always a better combination for performance, and the ATS Coupé offers one of the best power-to-weight ratios in the segment, making it feel lighter, more direct and responsive,” said David Leone, Cadillac executive chief engineer.  “Elements that contribute to the Cadillac ATS Coupé’s balanced performance and responsive characteristics include: nearly perfect 50/50 weight balance and low center of gravity, five-link independent rear suspension featuring lightweight, high-strength steel and efficient straight- link designs, a multi-link double-pivot MacPherson-strut front suspension with direct-acting stabiliser barUnderbody aerodynamic shields, belt-driven electric variable-effort steering gear from ZF Steering Systems, Brembo front brakes and 18-inch aluminum wheels.

A driver-adjustable FE3 sport suspension is available and includes Magnetic Ride Control, a mechanical limited-slip differential, high-capacity engine cooling system and 18-inch summer-performance tyres. Magnetic Ride Control is a real-time damping system that delivers more precise body motion control. It “reads” the road and can change damping every millisecond.

Bold lighting elements are a Cadillac signature feature and the Cadillac ATS Coupé advances that tradition with available light-emitting diode, or LED, headlamps with Adaptive Forward Lighting.

Inside, the sedan’s driver-focused cabin carries over to the Coupé, featuring handcrafted cut-and-sewn upholstered interior combinations, decorative stitching and authentic materials, including leather, aluminium, carbon fibre and wood and choices of interior themes.

OnStar 4G LTE connectivity with built-in Wi-Fi hotspot, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity with natural voice recognition, Text-to-voice that converts incoming text messages to speech and reads them over the audio system speakers and much more.

The 12-speaker surround sound upgrade is available on Standard and Luxury, and it is included with Performance and Premium collections. Additional technologies include the capability to remotely start the engine or lower the windows with the key fob or the owner’s smartphone.

Power-dense power trains includes a standard 2,0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder and available 3,6 litre V-6. The award-winning 2.0L Turbo is rated at 203kW and 400Nm. The award-winning 3,6-litre V-6 is rated at 239kW and 373Nm).

Both engines feature direct injection and dual overhead camshafts with continuously variable valve timing, which help optimise power and efficiency, as well as reduce emissions. And each is matched with the Hydra-Matic 6L45 six-speed automatic transmission with tap-shift control.  A six-speed manual is also available with the 2.0L Turbo.

Cadillac’s advanced crash-avoidance systems, such as automatic braking, can pre-fill and automatically apply braking in response to potential hazards. Among the most sophisticated of the features is front- and rear automatic braking. It relies on radar, camera and ultrasonic technology to help the driver prevent front and  rear low-speed collisions.
The Driver Assist package is available on Performance and Premium collections and includes all of the Driver Awareness package content, plus: full-Speed Range Adaptive Cruise Control, Automatic Collision Preparation, Motorised safety belts, Electronic Park Brake, Front and Rear Automatic Braking, Enhanced Side Blind Zone Alert – new to Cadillac for 2015, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert and Full-colour head-up display.

Source: Netcarshow.com