Cadillac CTS-V

[Aquineas]

Looks/sounds meaner than a junkyard dog. ExBmwGuy, I believe your car is here (if I recall correctly, you were kinda/sorta being tempted by the C7 Corvette).

http://jalopnik.com/here-is-the-smoky-2016-cadillac-cts-v-burnout-youve-bee-1674597501/all

 

[suntzuaow]

If Hyundai doesn't come out with a new R-SPEC with at least 600hp, the Cadillac will be my next ride.

 

[suntzuaow]

85k!!!!!!!!!! Yikes!! Come on Hyundai N division, where's our 2017 R-Spec with 600 ponies for 65k?

 

[MIKES3]

I think its going to be a while before you see this.

Those CTS-V coupes are no Joke

 

[Buford T Justice]

Hyundai has no factory racing team, without it we will never see a car from them that could hold a candle to any of the Vs.

It's why our "sport sedans" don't really have much of that "sport" thing going on.

 

[svensk]

I would do just terrible things to get my hands on a CTS-V wagon!!

 

[YEH]

Hyundai has no factory racing team, without it we will never see a car from them that could hold a candle to any of the Vs.

It's why our "sport sedans" don't really have much of that "sport" thing going on.

Actually, Hyundai does have a Motorsport arm - which is focused on WRC.

http://motorsport.hyundai.com/en/main


And they did hire the former head of BMW's M-division.

But that's not the reason why the Genesis (if and when Hyundai develops a performance variant) won't be able to beat the CTS-V.

The problem for the Genesis is size and weight (with the Genesis, Hyundai was going more after luxo-cruiser a la E Class than the CTS or earlier 5 Series models).

In terms of sport/handling - the upcoming Kia GT will have a better chance (but being based on the Genesis bones, will still be handicapped).

Both the Optima and Koup won their respective classes in the Pirelli World Challenge last year (the Optima beating entries from Porsche and Aston).

Hyundai and Kia have top-notch chassis engineering talent in their Australian divisions - but unfortunately, we get the dumbed-down US-tuned versions.

Anyway - forget the CTS-V (not that I would turn one down).

There's an even more powerful performance version of the CTS in the works - which should be totally wicked.

 

[kn5owa]

I think its going to be a while before you see this.

Those CTS-V coupes are no Joke

When I was car shopping - I favored the Cadillacs. - used to have a Coupe De Ville.

And I love V8's.

But my Genny 5.0 is OK - maybe a Caddy next time around

I'm also looking at Jaguar Type F's - that would be a real change.

 

[YEH]

I would do just terrible things to get my hands on a CTS-V wagon!!

Prefer the wagon over the coupe or sedan - just looks better.

 

[Sal Collaziano]

I would not be surprised to see a Genesis N-Sedan with a ridiculous amount of horsepower ala Dodge Hellcat... Due to weight - it would be a similar experience to the Dodge cars but still attract heaps of attention to the brand.

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[scottdk]

Since we're on the wagon topic!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9MGmwhmLP8

 

[suntzuaow]

What time frame? If and when this could happen.

 

[05king]

Watch the new motorweek with the new CTS-V. That car is wicked. Its a 4 door Corvette. I just sold my 2013 XTS (just a std 6 cylinder) and to me hands down the best interior I have ever seen!

 

[Sinstr]

I sold my Rspc sedan earlier this year and bought a CTS-V. The two cars are not even in the same class. I miss my Genesis for the interior comfort and refinement. The V is fast, and handles and stops well, but comfort and technology is lagging compared to the Genesis R=Spec I had (2013). I did a 1800 mile road trip in the V to run Tail of the Dragon, and it was uncomfortable to say the least. After the trip, I parked the car in the garage for a few weeks and didn't want to get in and drive it. Compared to the Gumball we did using the Genesis, that was great and its a perfect vehicle for that type of road trip. But the V I can track, and with the minor mods I have done, the car is just a monster on the street. Below is a vid of my V on the track, I kick it up about 1:30 min mark to let the tires and brakes warm up.
I was also invited to Homestead to drive the new 2016 CTS-V on the track. t
The 2016 has the comfort and refinement of the Genesis, but at a 6 figure cost.

So, back to lurking as I am searching for a 2013/2014 CPO R-Spc for a DD and dump the cheap DD I bought.


https://youtu.be/hAHal-p51x8

 

[5 Timer]

The V is fast, and handles and stops well, but comfort and technology is lagging compared to the Genesis R=Spec I had (2013). I did a 1800 mile road trip in the V to run Tail of the Dragon, and it was uncomfortable to say the least.

You are one of the very few I've ever heard say that their V was uncomfortable.
Do you have the base seats or the Recaros?
I had a V-1 for 4 yrs and a V-2 for 6 yrs. Loved them both and was never uncomfortable. My 2015 Genesis is definitely a cushier ride and suits my aging bones (70+yrs), but I still miss the power/handling of the V.
Maybe I'll rethink it after a few of the 3rd generation Vs start showing up on the used car market.

This video makes me start lusting for a V-3. Pretty stout for stock.
V-3 acceleration

 

[Tailwalker]

Stay tuned guys, that's all I can say at the moment. 600hp would require way too much modification for our existing platform. Now, 450whp(ish) is entirely feasible on stock internals and tranny....or so I've heard

Sinstr, PM me when you get back on. Got something you'll love...