At the end of the week, the CTS-V is the first Cadillac I've wanted since the mid-60s Eldorado. Its wickedly cool styling, awesome performance and practical proportions give it few true competitors. It's not cheap, at just a hair under its European rivals, but it also smokes them all from zero to hero while still looking pretty fleet on its feet through the corners. OK Cadillac, you've got me sold.

Specifications:

• Price Range (MSRP): $70,000 - $76,025
• Transport and PDI: $1,050
• Body Type: 4-door sedan
• Layout: front engine, RWD
• Engine: 400 hp, 395 lb-ft of torque, 5.7-L, 16-valve, V8
• Transmission: 6-spd manual
• Brakes (front/rear): disc/disc, ABS
• Cargo Cap (trunk): 362 L (12.8 cu ft)
• Curb Weight: 1,744 kg (3,845 lbs)
• Acceleration (0 - 100 km/h): 4.8 seconds
• Top Speed: 250 km/h
• Fuel Economy (city/hwy): N/A
• Warranty (mo/km): 48/80,000 comprehensive
• Direct Competitors: Audi S4, BMW M3, Chrysler 300C, Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG, Volvo S60R
• Web Site: www.gmcanada.com

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