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There is no B-pillar, for a clean look.
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steroid-enhanced visuals drive home the point that the CTS-V means serious business
Autoblog »
Some of you will call it modern, edgy and unique. Others will figure that if it were silver and had a giant paper banner coming out of the sunroof, it might double as the parade float version of a giant, chocolate Hershey's Kiss.
Edmunds »
The flying wedge that is the coupe is more visually expressive, and perhaps even more polarizing.
AutoWeek »
A bulging power dome hood, "obsidian" black headlight bezels, and pronounced rocker-panel sills add to the menacing look.
Consumer Guide »
STYLING | 9 out of 10
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There is no B-pillar, for a clean look.
Popular Mechanics
steroid-enhanced visuals drive home the point that the CTS-V means serious business
Autoblog
Some of you will call it modern, edgy and unique. Others will figure that if it were silver and had a giant paper banner coming out of the sunroof, it might double as the parade float version of a giant, chocolate Hershey's Kiss.
Edmunds
The flying wedge that is the coupe is more visually expressive, and perhaps even more polarizing.
AutoWeek
A bulging power dome hood, "obsidian" black headlight bezels, and pronounced rocker-panel sills add to the menacing look.
Consumer Guide
Subtlety is not the Cadillac CTS-V's strong suit, in any regard, but perhaps least of all in style. A gaping mesh grille, flared fenders, large wheels, and a general ambience of menacing speed are the key takeaways at first glance.
Inside, the CTS-V is a bit more refined, but still isn't shy of chrome accents or V-themed design elements. LED accent lighting makes the car feel rather posh at night, and the retracting navigation screen on equipped cars is positively James Bond.
The cut-and-sew leather upholstery and wood trim is well-done, too, but feels at odds with some of the switchgear, which looks and feels more plasticky and cheap than it should. Overall, however, the effect is dramatic and sharp, though it will appeal to a different personality type than the cooler, more starkly-styled German offerings will.
Conclusion
Whether Sedan, Coupe, or Sport Wagon, the 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is a dramatic, stylish car with a strong street presence.