Cadillac has really stepped up it's game...

[Sal Collaziano]

Here's a nice, long, in-depth video review of the Cadillac ATS-V - America's high performance BMW M3 competitor. What do you think?

https://youtu.be/SkQiJ8sB0rs

 

[RickA1]

Ha! He didn't like the back up camera resolution

Didn't watch the whole thing, but here's a couple of things I didn't like:

-Alcantara wheel. Really??? That would be a deal breaker for me.

-Don't care for the shiny plastic console.

-Looks like a Bose sound system? Have not heard one I like so far.

Good power and must drive nicely. didn't get to that part. I do like the lines. Looks sharp. I'll try to watch the full thing later.

 

[Sal Collaziano]

Ha! He didn't like the back up camera resolution

Didn't watch the whole thing, but here's a couple of things I didn't like:

-Alcantara wheel. Really??? That would be a deal breaker for me.

-Don't care for the shiny plastic console.

-Looks like a Bose sound system? Have not heard one I like so far.

Good power and must drive nicely. didn't get to that part. I do like the lines. Looks sharp. I'll try to watch the full thing later.

I've never had an Alcantara steering wheel. Why would that be a deal breaker for you? I can't imagine Bose being very good either but a lot of people say they sound good these days. I think GM needs a better "brand name" for their high end vehicles. That too is a part of the luxury experience (exclusivity)...

 

[RickA1]

I've never had an Alcantara steering wheel. Why would that be a deal breaker for you?

Maybe because I don't like Alcantara....not even in the seats. I've never had an Alcantara wheel either but I'm sure I wouldn't like the feel/looks of it.

 

[chris41]

I owned 2 CTS's prior (2011 & 2013) and both were very nice cars. Unfortunately, they were actually my wife's car and she decided to move on. I find it somewhat amusing the car comparisons on this forum because I could never afford a new high end vehicle often used as a comparison to my Genesis.

My Genesis is a bargain for the price I paid for it, so that is one reason why I love it so much. I considered a slightly used Cadillac ATS and XTS just before I bought my Genesis. The ATS had every option except heated seats...kind of weird but explained why it wasn't selling. After looking at one up close, I realized how small it was and the interior just didn't look anything special.

Anything above a Mercedes C class or BMW 5, Audi A5 with all the options I prefer, is just simply a lot of money. I would have to settle for used.

 

[Sal Collaziano]

I'd definitely take any Genesis over the ATS except for the ATS-V. I do like that car quite a bit. The ATS IS indeed very small - especially in the back. The CTS is a very nice car and certainly compares to the Genesis Sedan.

I owned 2 CTS's prior (2011 & 2013) and both were very nice cars. Unfortunately, they were actually my wife's car and she decided to move on. I find it somewhat amusing the car comparisons on this forum because I could never afford a new high end vehicle often used as a comparison to my Genesis.

My Genesis is a bargain for the price I paid for it, so that is one reason why I love it so much. I considered a slightly used Cadillac ATS and XTS just before I bought my Genesis. The ATS had every option except heated seats...kind of weird but explained why it wasn't selling. After looking at one up close, I realized how small it was and the interior just didn't look anything special.

Anything above a Mercedes C class or BMW 5, Audi A5 with all the options I prefer, is just simply a lot of money. I would have to settle for used.

 

[5 Timer]

The ATS-V is a sweet ride, but in a whole different category if you are trying to draw comparisons to a 2nd generation Genesis.
Amazing power for a V-6 and handling is phenomenal. I like them, but they are just a tad too small for me - and I can't wean myself off of a V-8.

Loved the alcantara steering wheel on my previous CTS-V. Wish it was available for my Genesis.
Lust after the 3rd generation of the CTS-V after owning both a V-1 and a V-2. but they priced them out of my reach.

 

[Sal Collaziano]

The ATS-V is a sweet ride, but in a whole different category if you are trying to draw comparisons to a 2nd generation Genesis.
Amazing power for a V-6 and handling is phenomenal. I like them, but they are just a tad too small for me - and I can't wean myself off of a V-8.

Loved the alcantara steering wheel on my previous CTS-V. Wish it was available for my Genesis.
Lust after the 3rd generation of the CTS-V after owning both a V-1 and a V-2. but they priced them out of my reach.

In this case I'm not sure you "get what you pay for". The Genesis is pretty impressive for the price... Oh, wait - you're talking about the third generation CTS-V. That's one hell of a car...