EXPLORE THE ATSThere's only one way to create a world beater: compromise nothing. With
every feature developed to provide an exhilarating experience, the ATS,
coming summer 2012, sets a new standard for performance luxury sedans.
At a powerful 270 HP, the available 2.0L turbocharged ATS engine has
more horsepower than the 2012 BMW 328i (240 HP), 2012 Audi A4 2.0L Turbo
(211 HP) and the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C250 1.8L Turbo (201 HP). CLICK HERE FOR AN IN-DEPTH COMPARISON CHART
Every component of the all-new chassis was evaluated down to the gram to
reduce weight without sacrificing strength, durability or safety.
Lightweight magnesium and extensive use of aluminum make it remarkably
nimble.
Brilliant vertical LED light pipe signatures adorn the ATS from headlamp
to taillight and make for a distinct and unmistakable look day or
night.
The ATS offers selectable mode Magnetic Ride Control, one of the world's
fastest reacting suspensions, utilizing sensors to adjust shock
absorber response ten times faster than the blink of an eye.
Every interior detail defines luxury and refinement and is distinctly
driver-focused. To make the drive your own, we offer a choice of seven
distinct handcrafted interior environments.CADILLAC ATS VS. BMW 3 SERIESTo be the best, you have to beat the best. Every last detail of the
all-new ATS was expressly conceived and honed to go head-to-head with
the world's leading compact luxury sedans.
ABOUT GREEN HILL
Nestled in Germany's Eifel mountains lies the most formidable track on
earth. Built in the 1920s, the Nürburgring tests the mettle of both man
and machine, earning its moniker, The Green Hell.
2013 Cadillac ATS Priced from $33,990New luxury sport sedan launches this summerDETROIT - The all-new, rear-wheel-drive Cadillac ATS compact luxury sport sedan with a fuel-efficient 2.5L engine and next-generation six-speed transmission will be priced starting at $33,990, including destination charges. Highway fuel economy will be well over 30 mpg.
"The ATS enters a vehicle segment this year that's one of the most competitive in the market, from both a price and performance standpoint," said Don Butler, vice president of Cadillac Marketing. "ATS will bring a distinctive presence and compelling value while offering quick, nimble, fun-to-drive dynamics that will appeal to the lifestyles of modern luxury buyers and challenge the segment's status quo."
A mid-level model with a lightweight and powerful 2.0L turbocharged engine costs $35,795 including destination and will offer automatic and manual transmissions, and rear- or all-wheel drive.
Topping the engine range is a 3.6L V-6 with a preliminary rating of 320 horsepower, costing $42,090 including destination with an automatic transmission and standard content that includes CUE, leather 8-way power seats with memory, adaptive start and more. All-wheel drive will be available.
A full breakdown of availability and pricing of packages and options will be available later.
ATS goes on sale this summer, but already the new sport sedan is positively impacting Lansing, Mich., where more than 440 new employees have been hired at Cadillac's Lansing Grand River plant where the ATS will be assembled. A total of 600 new employees are expected to be part of Cadillac's $190 million investment in the facility.
A dedicated engineering team has traveled the globe refining and advancing the ATS to meet customer demands. The addition of advanced materials has reduced curb weight to less than 3,400 pounds, more than 100 pounds less than an Audi A4 or Merced