I really like the look of this thing. But holy smokes - I bet that d-pillar blind spot could hide a semi. Jaeger
Ok this is a nice looking car.But that fact that Cadillac is comparing this car to the 5 series or the A6 is laughable. This car is in no way, shape or form close to those German legends. Pricing it in the same category does not and should not automatically enter it into the same realm as the above mentioned.This Caddy should be compared to the 3 series or A4 if anything. Unfortunately when you do this, you quickly price it out the contest. Lets be realistic, this car, as nice looking as it is, is not even on the same playing field as the 3 series or A4. Cadillac doesn't even take this car seriously. I have not seen one advertisement for the wagon...... the SRX and sedan are all over the place, but its clear that someone at Cadillac wants the wagon to fail.
I really prefer the sedan over the wagon.I really like the CTS but I hate wagons in any shape or form. Just hate them..
Quote from: ktm525 on July 13, 2010, 02:29:40 pmQuote from: Sir Osis of Liver on July 13, 2010, 02:00:05 pmQuote from: Winklovic on July 13, 2010, 12:49:41 pmWouldn't the giant pillar at the rear be the D-pillar?Yup, on a 5 door wagon or hatch, the farthest back pillar is the D. Farthest back on a 4 door sedan is the C.Where did the C pillar go on the wagon?Whoops. Found it. BTW that is a "proper" D pillar. I believe the D pillars or Cs are larger now because of safety requirements
Quote from: Sir Osis of Liver on July 13, 2010, 02:00:05 pmQuote from: Winklovic on July 13, 2010, 12:49:41 pmWouldn't the giant pillar at the rear be the D-pillar?Yup, on a 5 door wagon or hatch, the farthest back pillar is the D. Farthest back on a 4 door sedan is the C.Where did the C pillar go on the wagon?Whoops. Found it. BTW that is a "proper" D pillar.
Quote from: Winklovic on July 13, 2010, 12:49:41 pmWouldn't the giant pillar at the rear be the D-pillar?Yup, on a 5 door wagon or hatch, the farthest back pillar is the D. Farthest back on a 4 door sedan is the C.
Wouldn't the giant pillar at the rear be the D-pillar?
Quote from: Jaeger on July 13, 2010, 05:52:33 pmI really like the look of this thing. But holy smokes - I bet that d-pillar blind spot could hide a semi. JaegerThat's why you can rotate your head. Plus, follow these instructions: http://www.cartalk.com/content/features/mirrors/
Quote from: Winklovic on July 13, 2010, 06:13:22 pmQuote from: Jaeger on July 13, 2010, 05:52:33 pmI really like the look of this thing. But holy smokes - I bet that d-pillar blind spot could hide a semi. JaegerThat's why you can rotate your head. Plus, follow these instructions: http://www.cartalk.com/content/features/mirrors/No thanks. Even if my head could spin 360 I still couldn't see through metal. And I don't believe mirrors are a substitute for unobstructed (or rather, more minimally obstructed) rear / three quarter visibility.Jaeger
Why didn't Cadillac offer the 6 speed manual transmission (available on the sedan), on the "Sport" Wagon?
Quote from: carboy on July 13, 2010, 11:58:36 pmWhy didn't Cadillac offer the 6 speed manual transmission (available on the sedan), on the "Sport" Wagon?No clue. It's unfortunate, as I think the wagon/anti-SUV buyer may be more likely to select the manual.
Quote from: sirAQUAMAN64 on July 14, 2010, 10:03:59 amQuote from: carboy on July 13, 2010, 11:58:36 pmWhy didn't Cadillac offer the 6 speed manual transmission (available on the sedan), on the "Sport" Wagon?No clue. It's unfortunate, as I think the wagon/anti-SUV buyer may be more likely to select the manual.What was the take up of manual CTS sedans when it was offered? Almost zip (outside of the V series). Can't blame GM there. Audi doesn't offer a manual either.
Quote from: orestm on July 13, 2010, 12:37:51 pmOk this is a nice looking car.But that fact that Cadillac is comparing this car to the 5 series or the A6 is laughable. This car is in no way, shape or form close to those German legends. Pricing it in the same category does not and should not automatically enter it into the same realm as the above mentioned.This Caddy should be compared to the 3 series or A4 if anything. Unfortunately when you do this, you quickly price it out the contest. Lets be realistic, this car, as nice looking as it is, is not even on the same playing field as the 3 series or A4. Cadillac doesn't even take this car seriously. I have not seen one advertisement for the wagon...... the SRX and sedan are all over the place, but its clear that someone at Cadillac wants the wagon to fail.History tells us the Caddy will suffer from Chassis Thunk Syndrome.
Ok this is a nice looking car.But that fact that Cadillac is comparing this car to the 5 series or the A6 is laughable. This car is in no way, shape or form close to those German legends. Pricing it in the same category does not and should not automatically enter it into the same realm as the above mentioned.This Caddy should be compared to the 3 series or A4 if anything. Unfortunately when you do this, you quickly price it out the contest. Lets be realistic, this car, as nice looking as it is, is not even on the same playing field as the 3 series or A4. Cadillac doesn't even take this car seriously. I have not seen one advertisement for the wagon...... the SRX and sedan are all over the place, but its clear that someone at Cadillac wants the wagon to fail.History tells us the Caddy will suffer from Chassis Thunk Syndrome.
