Cadillac DTS

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Cadillac DTS

Manufacturer	General Motors
Production	2006–present
Assembly	Hamtramck, Michigan, United States
Predecessor	Cadillac DeVille
Class	Full-size luxury car
Body style(s)	4-door sedan
Layout	FF layout
Platform	K-body
Engine(s)	4.6 L L37 V8
Transmission(s)	4-speed automatic
Wheelbase	115.6 in (2936 mm)
Length	207.6 in (5273 mm)
Width	74.8 in (1900 mm)
Height	57.6 in (1463 mm)
Fuel capacity	18 US gallons (68.1 L; 15.0 imp gal)

The Cadillac DTS (DeVille Touring Sedan) is a full-size luxury sedan from the Cadillac luxury division of General Motors. The DTS replaces the Cadillac DeVille as that carmaker's largest luxury car for MY 2006, following the naming and styling direction set by the earlier CTS and STS. The Deville d'Elegance designation was replaced with the Cadillac DHS (Deville High-Luxury Sedan), which added several cabin comfort options to include power rear window sunshade and heated/massaging rear seats.

The design of the DTS was introduced in a unique way. A specially designed and outfitted presidential DTS limousine was used in the second inauguration of George W. Bush in the January 20, 2005 parade. While details of the vehicle, codenamed Stagecoach, are classified, it is presumed to be heavily armored and feature advanced communication equipment. The production DTS was shown at the 2005 Chicago Auto Show on February 9.

The DTS is manufactured at GM's Detroit/Hamtramck Assembly factory in Hamtramck, Michigan. The Luxury models are priced at US$41,990, while the Performance version is priced at US$50,490. The DTS is the best-selling full-size luxury car in North America.

One major feature change from the Deville to the DTS was the elimination of the standard 6-passenger seating configuration for non-limousine models. However, such capability remains an optional feature.

The Cadillac DTS is the largest sedan that General Motors offers. The DTS incorporates the K-platform as denoted by the 4th letter in the VIN, and is powered by the 32V Northstar V8, which produces 275 bhp (205 kW) in luxury trim. The DTS Performance Package horsepower increases this to 292 bhp (218 kW). The DTS has standard features such as six airbags, Xenon high power headlamps, leather seating, and power seats. Options include navigation system, Magnetic Ride Control (magnetic ride control on performance models only), moonroof, chrome wheels, heated/cooled seats even a heated steering wheel is an option. A fully loaded DTS will cost approximately $55,000(US) depending on color choice and options. A new DTS Platinum Edition was released in 2007 with special interior trim, badging and other luxury features. Also the DTS-L was released with much improved rear legroom^[1] and a longer rear C-pillar reminiscent of the older Fleetwood 75 Series. Stabli-track remains standard on all but the base unit to help handling and with 3 choice of leather seating surfaces. A hood ornament and a digital display are also available.

Limousine of former US President George W.Bush

Presidential State Car

A 2005 hand-crafted, armored, and stretched DTS was the Presidential State Car for the former President of the United States George W. Bush.

Its successor entered service with President Barack Obama on January 20, 2009. According to GM, the manufacturer, the "2009 Cadillac Presidential Limousine" is the first not to carry a specific model name.^[2][3] The vehicle is a combination of a Cadillac limousine body on the chassis/platform of a GMC Topkick commercial truck.^[3][4]

The Prime Minister of Canada also occasionally uses an armoured DTS.

Next Generation

The automotive press has reported that the next Cadillac DTS is expected to merge with the Cadillac STS to create a single flagship sedan for the brand.^[5] The original plan was reported to be a rear-drive sedan, powered by the new Ultra V8 engine (replacement for the Northstar), to bow for 2010.^[6] GM later stopped development of new North American Zeta-based models and canceled the Ultra V8 engine.^[7][8] A V-12 based on the Ultra V-8 was reported to be considered but cancelled some time ago.^[9] The direct competition of the DTS are full size RWD luxury cars and it still remains the largest full size FWD car on sales. Enthusiasts of GM vehicles are anticipating something to take the spot since the demise of the Cadillac Fleetwood to complete its performance line up. Cadillacs have been known as the most luxurious and technologically-advanced American cars on the road.

Most recent reports have stated Cadillac's new car will instead utilize the new Epsilon II-based Super Epsilon platform.^[10] Other reports maintain that Cadillac is still continuing with a rear-drive platform, perhaps an updated version of the GM Sigma platform Chinese Cadillac SLS. Instead of the Northstar or Ultra V-8, LS V8 engines would be used.^[11]

References

External links

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