An independent short/long arm (SLA) front suspension system that features low-
mass aluminum for the upper and lower control arms, as well as the knuckles
A multi-link rear suspension with a fully isolated sub frame
StabiliTrak electronic chassis control system is integrated with the car’s standard
four-channel ABS with the full-function traction control, as well as the hydraulic
brake assist and engine control systems.
A limited-slip differential
A 3.73 axle ratio on manual-transmission models
A 3.23 axle ratio on automatic-transmission models
A power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering system.
CTS-
V
Coupe safety and crash-avoidance features
CTS-
V
Coupe
is designed to enhance Cadillac’s reputation for providing safe occupant
environments in luxury vehicles. Features include:
Dual-stage driver front air bag
Segment-first dual depth front passenger air bag
Driver and front passenger side seat-mounted pelvic/thorax side air bags
Roof-rail side curtain air bags with rollover protection technology that cover front
and rear seating rows
Front safety belt pretensions
Tire pressure monitoring system
Body structure with strategically placed high-strength steel
Active head restraints for front seat occupants
Ultrasonic rear parking assist
Rearview camera system
Side blind zone alert.
OnStar details
OnStar is standard on CTS-
V
Coupe and includes one year of Directions and
Connections service. OnStar uses GPS and cellular phone technology to automatically
call for help in the event of crash. OnStar subscribers also can use the service to be
Good Samaritans by sending help to other motorists, and to call for help in other non-
crash emergencies. Additional features:
Directions and Connections service with Turn-by-Turn Navigation for easier route
guidance on all models. The feature is easy to use because all directions are
sent to the car by an advisor, without the need to stop.
Stolen Vehicle Assistance helps police track the vehicle.
My Cadillac and OnStar my Link mobile apps offer vehicle information and
OnStar services via the customer’s smartphone.
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