Put traction-heavy all-wheel drive (AWD) into the already nimble 2012 Cadillac CTS Coupe Base AWD and ride the storms in comfort and elegance. Though boasting a mere 10.5 cubic feet of trunk space, this eye-catching 2-door nevertheless offers a wealth of standard amenities, like leatherette upholstery, power-adjustable front seats, 18-inch alloy wheels and heated, power-adjustable outside mirrors, as well as split-folding rear seatbacks. Then there are such traditional comforts and conveniences as power windows and remote keyless entry and ignition, cruise control, telescoping tilt-wheel steering and dual-zone climate control with Sun Sensor auto lighting and climate control adjustment. A leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob are complemented by simulated carbon-fiber cabin accents, while 8 Bose premium speakers pump sounds from the single-CD player and the standard satellite radio. Finally, OnStar Directions and Connections, integrated with Bluetooth hands-free technology, is also standard for this AWD coupe. Options-wise, meantime, a rear spoiler and wheel locks are the only items of note.
The ubiquitous direct-injected (DI) 3.6-liter V6 powerplant is the sole engine offering in the 2012 CTS Coupe Base AWD. Mated with the standard 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission, the six-banger throws out 318 hp, 14 more than last year's version, and 275 lb-ft of torque. Mileage is a respectable 18 mpg city/27 highway with variable valve timing (VVT), and a mechanical center differential and limited-slip center and rear differentials shift power from the wheels that slip to the wheels that grip.
Standard safety features aboard the 2012 CTS Coupe Base AWD include 4-wheel antilock brakes (ABS), traction and stability control, front and rear head airbags, active front headrests and front side-mounted airbags. All this is bolstered by standard daytime running lights, a post-collision safety system and OnStar Emergency Service, Airbag Deployment Notification and Stolen Vehicle Tracking.
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