Cadillac’s V6 one of 10 best engines

Cadillac’s V6 one of 10 best engines

February 20, 2016
Cadillac XT5
Cadillac XT5

The all-new, 3.6L V6 powering several Cadillac models today was named one of Ward’s 10 Best Engines. The new V6 debuted in late 2015 on Cadillac’s 2016 ATS and CTS product lines.

The engine also will be offered on the upcoming CT6 range-topping sedan, and is the standard launch engine for the first-ever XT5 crossover launching in the first half of 2016.

WardsAuto reviewed 31 engines from 11 automakers in this year’s competition, which looked at power, fuel efficiency, new technology and refinement and compared it with data for similar engines and propulsion systems.

“The 3.6 delivers the kind of power and lusty exhaust note you associate with a V-8, for the price of a V-6. Plus, it’s loaded with advanced technology, including fuel-saving cylinder deactivation,” says Drew Winter, director, Content at WardsAuto.

The engine incorporates technologies for uncompromised efficiency and performance, including direct injection, continuously variable valve timing and, for the first time, Active Fuel Management (cylinder deactivation.) Active Fuel Management temporarily deactivates two cylinders in light-load driving conditions to enhance fuel efficiency and seamlessly reactivates them when the driver demands full power. All the above are supplemented by auto stop start and with an output range from 310 Hp to 335 Hp depending on application.

Cadillac has been a leading luxury auto brand since 1902. Today Cadillac is growing globally, driven by an expanding product portfolio featuring dramatic design and technology. Described as luxurious, having a bold and daring personality, being tough and strong as well as safe and powerful, Cadillac has maintained an iconic presence for over 85 years in the Middle East. The Cadillac portfolio in the Middle East features award-winning passenger cars ATS, CTS and XTS as well as the SRX crossover and Escalade SUV. Cadillac also offers customers a high-level aftersales service experience through the Premium Care Program. — SG


February 20, 2016
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