2013 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe Review
2013 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe Review
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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Head-turning design
- stunning acceleration
- athletic handling.
Cons
- Poor rear visibility
- limited headroom with sunroof
- compromised trunk
- uncomfortable and unsupportive standard seats.
What’s new
The 2013 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe returns essentially unchanged.
Edmunds says
Sharp styling and strong performance are the 2013 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe's bright spots, but its many flaws cast a long shadow.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2013 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.45 per gallon for premium unleaded in Ohio.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Ohio
$342/mo for CTS-V Coupe Base
CTS-V Coupe Base
vs
$181/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
Vehicle overview
On appearances alone, the angular 2013 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe is like nothing else on the road. Its aggressively raked roofline gives the car a forward-leaning stance that makes you think of a predatory animal ready to pounce. This innovative design with its sharply beveled angles piques the interest of everyone who sees it. Like so many other things in life, however, this Cadillac's form trumps functionality.
Beneath its beautiful surface lie numerous compromises in function that might be too much for some to bear. Rear visibility is as poor as it gets, and the elevated rear deck and thick sailplane-style C-pillars will have you relying far too heavily on the rearview camera when you're reversing in tight quarters. On top of this, the rear window does little to shield backseat passengers from the heat of blinding sunlight. Just as troublesome is the trunk that is compromised by downward-swinging hinges, standard seats that are oddly shaped with annoying pressure points and an optional sunroof that limits headroom more than it should.
Of course, these are all complaints that relate to the conventional CTS Coupe. To the CTS-V's credit, at least you get a hearty boost in power output in the form of a 556-horsepower supercharged V8. The V-specification coupe's handling is also very impressive, though this heavyweight package lacks the responsiveness of its lighter rivals when it comes to overall maneuverability.
Stacked up against the likes of the similarly priced Audi RS5, BMW M3 and Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG, the 2013 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe may have the upper hand when it comes to brute power, but it falls well short when it comes to refinement. Of these cars, the CTS-V is more like a sports car, not a sporting coupe, and you must embrace its muscular, demanding personality for it to make sense as your daily ride.
Performance & mpg
The rear-wheel-drive 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is powered by a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 that produces 556 hp and 551 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed manual transmission is standard, and a six-speed automatic is a no-cost option. In Edmunds testing, a manual-equipped CTS-V Coupe went from zero to 60 mph in 4.2 seconds. EPA-estimated fuel economy is 14 mpg city/19 mpg highway and 16 mpg combined with the manual and 12/18/14 mpg with the automatic.
Safety
Standard safety features for the 2013 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe include high-performance antilock brakes, stability control and traction control, front-seat side airbags and side curtain airbags. Also standard are a rearview camera, a blind-spot warning system and GM's OnStar, which includes automatic crash notification, on-demand roadside assistance, an emergency button, stolen vehicle locator and active intervention, and remote door unlock. In Edmunds brake testing, the CTS-V stopped from 60 mph in an impressively short 104 feet, which is onpar with the finest sports cars in the world.
Driving
Of course, no one really needs a car with 556 hp. But you'll surely want one after you experience this Caddy. The 2013 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe has power to burn, and the supercharged V8 will put a huge grin on your face every time.
The CTS-V is no lightweight, yet it handles well, with the adaptive suspension keeping all four wheels solidly planted on the pavement. Driver confidence is further bolstered by accurate steering with crisp turn-in and adequate feedback, while the powerful Brembo brakes deliver consistent, linear stopping performance. Compared to cars like the BMW M3, however, the CTS-V feels much larger in tight corners and ultimately less agile.
Thankfully, the CTS-V's athletic handling does not come at the expense of ride comfort. When you equip a standard Cadillac CTS Coupe with its full complement of performance options, the car can feel harsh over anything but the smoothest of pavement. The CTS-V Coupe, on the other hand, benefits from its adaptive suspension, which allows you to tailor the damping to the conditions with Tour and Sport modes.
Interior
As with the sedan model, the interior of the 2013 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe features a pleasing angular theme to match the exterior edginess. Soft-touch materials are plentiful, accented by tasteful wood trim. The optional navigation system emerges from the top of the dash and retracts almost fully, leaving a small section visible as a touchscreen display for the audio system -- a smart and elegant solution.
Rear visibility is notably poor, forcing the driver to rely on the rearview camera and blind-spot warning systems. The optional tilt-only sunroof significantly limits front seat headroom even for those of average height. Rear seat passengers must always deal with a lack of headroom, and the raked rear window exposes them to direct sunlight. To make matters worse, the standard seats are both too firm and unsupportive, although the optional Recaro sport seats address this shortcoming.
Trunk space seems acceptable on paper, with 10.5 cubic feet of capacity, but the narrow access is troublesome for larger items. The large gooseneck hinges of the lid also swing far down into the space, crushing anything that might be in their way.
2013 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe models
The 2013 Cadillac CTS-V is a high-performance, four-passenger version of the Cadillac CTS Coupe, a car that is reviewed separately, as are the CTS-V sedan and wagon.
Standard features include 19-inch wheels, summer performance tires, high-performance brakes, a limited-slip differential, a magnetically controlled adaptive suspension, automatic and adaptive xenon headlamps with washers, foglamps, rear parking sensors, a blind-spot warning system and automatic wipers.
Comfort and convenience features include keyless ignition/entry, remote ignition, dual-zone automatic climate control, a cabin odor filtration system, heated eight-way power front seats, driver memory functions, a power tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, leather/faux-suede upholstery, a split-folding rear seat and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. Electronic features include Bluetooth phone connectivity, OnStar emergency communications, a rearview camera, a navigation system, real-time traffic and weather, a pop-up touchscreen interface and a 10-speaker Bose surround-sound audio system with a CD/DVD player, satellite radio, digital music storage, an auxiliary audio jack and an iPod/USB audio interface.
Options include a tilt-only sunroof, heated and ventilated Recaro sport seats, and faux suede covering the steering wheel and shifter.
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5 out of 5 stars
This car is outstanding
kwygon, 04/08/2011
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M)
You guys at edmunds must be on the German payroll. They make nothing that compares. In Motor Trend tests available on UTube it beats the M5 in every test. Drag race, road course, quarter mile, braking, 0 to 60. It rides better and is $30,000 less money. I guess you can tell I love mine. If you need more room buy the sedan. The rear view is fine. The mirrors are great and so is the back … up cam. Head room no problem.The ride is awesome, the seats are great and all the electronic toys are second to none. What a head turner. JD Powers rate BMW, Audi and the big M in the bottom 3 in first year customer satisfaction. I guess you forgot about that. I still can't believe GM build this car. Thank You
4.75 out of 5 stars
GM vs. the world...and GM won
Dr. Dub, 11/21/2010
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M)
I wanted the total package: V8, 400HP, 400TQ, RWD and all of the super sedan amenities. The CTS-V beat out the Lexus IS-F, Audi S5 and the Mercedes C63 AMG. The V is pure, automotive lust. Acceleration, braking and handling is incredible. Inside: leather, keyless, popup infotainment screen, back up camera, Bluetooth and remote start turns the HVAC and/or heated seats on for you, … depending on temp. The Recaros aren't worth $3500 over the base seats, which offer nice lateral support. The CTS-V coupe IS the total package. A perfect daily driver, luxury coupe or track car, its easily worth $80- 100k. I've only owned imported cars until now and it's nice having American muscle in my garage.
4.88 out of 5 stars
V...onderful to Drive
jrhii, 07/08/2012
2012 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M)
The CTS V Coupe is the best car I have ever driven...I can not wait to get in and fire it up every chance I can get.
I can honestly say the i truly have a smile on my face at all times.
The is also the best handling car I have ever owned
-- and I have had 5 BMWs, a Lexus (460) and a Mercedes e class.
But the V Coupe takes the cake as far as ultimate fun .... I read many
folks comments … against the V but I would bet nearly all have never driven the V.
Almost every time I stop I get questions, even at read lights and especially at a gas station (which unfortunately is a lot - LOL).
They all have questions.
The quality is fantastic and I have had no problems.
5 out of 5 stars
Hyper -Performance
CoJo, 08/27/2010
2011 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe 2dr Coupe (6.2L 8cyl S/C 6M)
I own a '09 CTS-V sedan. Test drove the '11 V-coupe at the Monticello Motor Club, Monticello, NY last Friday as I did the '09 in '08. I will own a coupe by the end of the year. Engine, transmission, suspension, and electronics are exactly the same. However, the coupe is even faster due to a 2" reduction in height, length, and 2" increase in width. Both are the first truly super … performance production luxury sedan and coupe of the 21st century - bar none! As I know from two years of experience with the "V" sedan nothing on the road, nothing, compares. In fact, I'm not sure which was more fun the MMC track drives or the 1500 miles round trip in less than two days to do so.
We have a limited number of reviews for the 2013 Cadillac CTS-V Coupe, so we've included reviews for other years of the CTS-V Coupe since its last redesign.
2013 CTS-V Coupe Highlights
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $63,215 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 16 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $342/month |
Seating | 4 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 10.5 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the CTS-V Coupe include:
- Back-up camera
- Blind Spot Monitoring
- Alarm
- Tire Pressure Warning
- Stability Control
- Post-collision safety system
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