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April 3, 2008 http://www.thecarconnection.com/fullreview/cadillac_sts-v_2006

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Few stories we’ve ever run on TheCarConnection.com have ever generated as much reader feedback as our original scoop on the formation of Cadillac’s performance-based V-Series. The general response, other than a few cranky skeptics, was “about time.”

 

The first offering in the line-up was the CTS-V, appropriate enough considering the base sedan ushered in Caddy’s edgy Art & Science styling theme, setting in motion one of the most significant, design-driven turnarounds in domestic automotive history.

 

Now, the luxury maker is readying two more V-Series offerings, the XLR-V, which we reviewed a few weeks back, and the STS-V, the 469-horsepower spin-off of Cadillac’s flagship sedan. That’s a neck-snapping leap from the standard V-8 model’s 320-hp Northstar engine, and as with anything Caddy will designate with the flying-V badge, that means 0-60 times comfortably under the five-second mark.

 

Fast may be fun, but when you’re spending this kind of money, you’re looking for a lot more than just muscle. A truly world-class luxury sports sedan needs to deliver a blend of acceleration, handling, and, of course, all the high-line accoutrements one would get from competitors like the Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG.

 

With its knife-sharp lines, the CTS remains a traffic-stopper, even three years after its debut. In today’s crowded market, that’s no easy feat. The STS doesn’t have quite the visual arrest. It’s a little more refined, in a sanded-down way. Oh, it’s handsome enough, but without the raw power. In V-trim, things look a little better, the big sedan getting a menacingly refined stainless steel mesh grill and mesh lower air intake. There are new, ten-spoke aluminum wheels and modest, lower aero treatment.

 

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GET CURRENT PRICING GET AN INSURANCE QUOTE     Few stories we’ve ever run on TheCarConnection.com have ever generated as much reader feedback as our original scoop on the formation of Cadillac’s performance-based V-Series. The general response, other than a few cranky skeptics, was “about time.”   The first offering in the line-up was the CTS-V, appropriate enough considering the base sedan ushered in Caddy’s edgy Art & Science styling theme, setting in motion one of the most significant, design-driven turnarounds in domestic automotive history.   Now, the luxury maker is readying two more V-Series offerings, the XLR-V, which we reviewed a few weeks back, and the STS-V, the 469-horsepower spin-off of Cadillac’s flagship sedan. That’s a neck-snapping leap from the standard V-8 model’s 320-hp Northstar engine, and as with anything Caddy will designate with the flying-V badge, that means 0-60 times comfortably under the five-second mark.   Fast may be fun, but when you’re spending this kind of money, you’re looking for a lot more than just muscle. A truly world-class luxury sports sedan needs to deliver a blend of acceleration, handling, and, of course, all the high-line accoutrements one would get from competitors like the Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG.   With its knife-sharp lines, the CTS remains a traffic-stopper, even three years after its debut. In today’s crowded market, that’s no easy feat. The STS doesn’t have quite the visual arrest. It’s a little more refined, in a sanded-down way. Oh, it’s handsome enough, but without the raw power. In V-trim, things look a little better, the big sedan getting a menacingly refined stainless steel mesh grill and mesh lower air intake. There are new, ten-spoke aluminum wheels and modest, lower aero treatment.   JD Power buttonGET J.D. Power Circle ratings for new cars and trucks GET CURRENT PRICING GET AN INSURANCE QUOTE Few stories we’ve ever run on TheCarConnection.com have ever generated as much reader feedback as our original scoop on the formation of Cadillac’s performance-based V-Series. The general response, other than ...