2009 Cadillac CTS-V Consumer Reviews

Incredible Sleeper

Written by: Jmos77 on 11/02/2009

Vehicle

2009 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M)

Review

I just traded my M3 for the CTS-V and the car is simply amazing. THe power and torque are scary at times and the magnetic suspension offers a perfect balance of comfort and touring. This is by far the fastest car I have ever owned so be prepared to buy a radar detector for keeping this car at speed is impossible. The biggest surprise for me is how beautiful the interior is. The hand stiched dash and the ambient light along with the skyview sunroof makes for a fantastic place to spend time. The fit and finish are very surprising as well and I love the white diamond paint on my car. Bottom line GM hit a homerun and if you need a 4 fast sedan then look no further. Can't beat the price too

Favorite Features

Power, TORQUE, Ambient light in dash, adaptive headlights, white diamond paint, Navigation screen, Ipod interface, Skyview sunroof, Magnetic suspension, POWER, TORQUE, POWER TORQUE. Interior is very classy looks fantastic, surprisingly good handling, exhaust note, THE PERFECT SLEEPER, BUY ONE

Suggested Improvements

This car needs a backup camera, BOSE stereo not as good as others I have heard, Wider rear tires for traction, Standard seats are comfy but need more lateral support, sterring is a little too vague even in sport mode, slight drone when in 6th gear.

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Lovin my V

Written by: Lovin the V on 10/20/2009

Vehicle

2009 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M)

Review

What else can I say other than, "I absolutely love this car. Wahoo!!!"

Favorite Features

The acceleration is my favority feature. The nighttime interior lighting is way cool.

Suggested Improvements

Cell phonebook interface would be great enhancement. Audi's MMI would be a good benchmark to strive for. And, most importantly, a rear view camera please...

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Awesome car with radio turned up

Written by: HappywithGM on 10/12/2009

Vehicle

2009 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M)

Review

Traded in 2008 BMW M3 coupe for full boat 09 CTS-V auto. Have been watching this car prior to ever purchasing the M3 but needed more space - so I made the move. Looks are terrific and simply unparralled by the competition. What I did notice about this car is the obvious thrust / torque that goes with its monster engine. But I noticed that the car starts to handle and steer better as you increase speed. The suspension seems to set-up better, steering more response and crisp. My only grip is (don't forget, coming out of M3) is that there are a lot more creeks and noices coming from interior parts and the seats. Great car for GM, yes, DNA of the best cars on the road, not yet.

Favorite Features

Recaro seats a must, exterior styling, wheels

Suggested Improvements

Pad interior parts to reduce noise, ad a little more weight to steering effort - a little numb. That's it

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"Life, liberty & the pursuit"

Written by: Ziggerman on 10/06/2009

Vehicle

2009 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M)

Review

Finally pulled the trigger on the CTS-V as I could not refuse the almost $11,000 in discounts GM offers at this time on this model year. I cannot comment on reliability, yet, but I can tell you that you should NOT test-drive it unless there is a chance that you can afford to buy it. My test drive took 20 minutes with a smiling sales guy pressed into the seat and it was the most visceral and yet sublime experience I ever had in an automobile. External styling, interior, engine, suspension, brakes, steering feel, infotainment system...everything is a work of art. Cadillac absolutely hit a home-run and may have made the finest American car ever.

Favorite Features

Engine, engine, engine...556HP, 551 torque, engine, engine, 6.2l V8... :) :) The question on this car is rather what is NOT your favorite....

Suggested Improvements

Radar cruise control, HUD, rear-view camera.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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New Meaning To Driving!

Written by: Barry on 07/29/2009

Vehicle

2009 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M)

Review

Now my 21st car & all else in past fails compared to my new CTS-V. I had my doubts with a American made car & it's quality.I wasn't sure I needed this much HP? I for sure never spent over $70,000 for any car before, until now! All I can say is this car is a work of art & gives new meaning to sport & luxury! I'm thrilled I bought it & it's worth every penny!!

Favorite Features

Inside is just gorgeous, love the suede.Navigation is excellent compared to most cars.Ipod works terrific & sounds great! Cooled seats are nice. To many items to list would take all night!

Suggested Improvements

Larger gas tank.Grip handle front passenger side.Why only in back seats is beyond me?

4 out 5 people found this review helpful

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I can't believe this is an American car

Written by: neuronbob on 07/28/2009

Vehicle

2009 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M)

Review

I am a 20-year loyal Honda/Acura buyer, so I bought this car with some trepidation as I have high expectations from my cars. I am NOT sorry I bought this car four months and 4500 miles ago, trading up from my beloved Acura RL. It lives up to EVERY bit of hype heaped upon it in the auto media. It is FAST, it is QUIET inside, the interior is high-quality, and the car is STEALTHY in that cops won't notice this car AT ALL. The torque is everywhere you want it to be. There are few buttons and they are large and intuitive. I didn't buy the car for gas mileage but it sure could use another gallon in the tank. Range is 240 miles in mixed 50-50 city/freeway driving, less when fooling around.

Favorite Features

STEALTH car! TORQUE everywhere; excellent exterior styling; relatively few buttons, simply laid out; regular seats are so comfortable; usable trunk; awesome brakes; large moonroof; Magnetic Ride Control; it drives like a Cadi when the wife is around, drives like a beast when she's not.

Suggested Improvements

Needs another gallon in the gas tank STAT; refine Bluetooth so that phone calls take fewer commands like in my previous Acura; locking gas cap; Edmunds needs to correct the review choices-- 2009 CTS-V has 6AT and 6MT, and I own the 6AT.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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'09 V -- Solid performer, if not green

Written by: s4ologist on 07/12/2009

Vehicle

2009 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M)

Review

6sp manual with recaros, now with Hennessey intake, AR Headers, tune (about 615 HP -- 521 to the rear wheels per dyno). Car is a blast, but traction is an issue, even in 104 degree weather. Just have to get over the fact that you can't floor it in 1st or 2nd in any weather without blowing the tires completely. 3rd gear hooks up in 90+ degree weather, and we'll see about cooler days this fall! Interior is very nice, but there is a bit more interior noise than in an audi I owned. 14-15 MPG average really isn't that bad for a 600HP sedan. Gadgets are very nice. The 8 inch nav touch screen is impressive. Excellent toy if scaring three passengers on the way to lunch is your cup of tea!

Favorite Features

The manual transmission is pretty much perfect.

Suggested Improvements

Larger tread in the back (325s would likely hook up better). Lose the highly restrictive intake and exhaust (that's what I did to gain 57HP to the ground)!

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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The best - ever, so far

Written by: Joe Kopacz on 06/22/2009

Vehicle

2009 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M)

Review

When you get behind the wheel of this monster already cranked-up (thank you remote start) you really know how a jet-jockey must feel getting into the cockpit of their already fired-up jet. Strap yourself down, select the manner in which you choose to drive and take off! I do wear my silk scarf when ever I can before taking off. Power, speed, and control at levels unheard of with a production line manufactured 4 door sedan - bar none! Then there are the looks. Talk about a phallic symbol on a testosterone high. Just point me in the general direction and get out of my way. This baby will get there and get there with maximum Velocity; which is exactly what the V in CTS-V stands for.

Favorite Features

6.2L supercharged engine, transmission, suspension, Brembo brakes, exterior light package and interior illumination, cockpit style presentation of gauges and controls, Recaro seats, and panoramic electric sun roof w/ sun shade. Oh, plus, the 40 gigabit navigation/5.1 Bose sound/CD/bluetooth system.

Suggested Improvements

Put in the Corvette ZR-1, 638hp supercharged LS9 engine and leave the rest alone! We know it will fit because the LSA 556hp motor in it now is exactly the same with a bigger Supercharger (2.3L vs 1.9L) and a few different type and size of internal metal parts. In fact, offer it as the only option.

4 out 5 people found this review helpful

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CTS V Wow Wow Wow

Written by: Doug St.Mary on 06/06/2009

Vehicle

2009 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M)

Review

Absolutely blown away by this car. Folks this is better than my 2005 Porsche C4S. I cannot believe how much power and straight line tracking this car delivers.

Favorite Features

Engine, Seats, Compliant Ride. Nothing I have driven for 3x the price compares!!

Suggested Improvements

Zero, Please don't discontinue!!!!

5 out 6 people found this review helpful

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The Stealth 4Door ZR-1, eats M5'5

Written by: vperl on 05/25/2009

Vehicle

2009 Cadillac CTS-V 4dr Sedan (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M)

Review

The V is by any standards the best vehicle in it's grouping, the very best. Sheer power, handling, and the excellent overall build is fantastic. If you have an M5 shame on you for not buying American steel, and to top if off the Cops do not have a clue about this vehicle. Can blow the doors off most anything on the road and the stealth factor kicks hindend.

Favorite Features

Navigation system rocks, and the interior is so well appointed, and designed taillights are also sun like. The standard features are way too many to mention, rainsensor wipers work great, the adaptive headlights, heated and cooled seats, and the Audio system with USB, insert USB drive with music

Suggested Improvements

2010 is getting a interior wood trim, maybe just minor tweets, but the job was done right in 2009, get on the bus with the rest buy the 2009 V

7 out 8 people found this review helpful

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