2010 Cadillac CTS 3.0L Eco Lux

New for 2010, the Cadillac CTS 3.0L Eco Lux sedan comes equipped with tire-wheel enhancements and other exterior components designed to improve aerodynamics and fuel efficiency. Inside, the CTS 3.0L Eco Lux sedan also includes a number of standard features not found on the Base CTS, such as leather-trimmed seats, heated front seats, a power-adjustable driver's seat with memory, wood interior trim, and Bluetooth. In addition, the 8-speaker Bose AM/FM audio system includes a 6-CD in-dash player, as well as an MP3 input jack and a three-month trial of XM satellite radio. Other standard features for the CTS 3.0L Eco Lux include a leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel, dual-zone electronic climate control, remote keyless entry, and OnStar with turn-by-turn navigation, roadside assistance, and emergency services. Options include a 10-speaker Bose 5.1 surround sound audio system and a hard-drive-based navigation system. Dual-stage front, front seat-mounted side-impact, and front and rear head curtain side-impact airbags come standard.

For power, the 2010 CTS 3.0L Eco Lux features a newly updated 3.0-liter V6, which provides improved performance and lower emissions than the previous year's engine. The new direct-injection V6 generates 270 hp, an increase of 7 hp over the previous year's base engine, and 223 lb-ft of torque. The engine links to an electronically controlled Hydra-Matic six-speed automatic transmission with a manual-shift feature. GM estimates fuel economy numbers of 18/27 mpg for the new V6 engine, which runs on regular unleaded gasoline. Safety- and performance-related features include the StabiliTrak electronic stability control system and four-wheel antilock brakes with brake assist and traction control. The 2010 CTS 3.0L Eco Lux rides on new 17-inch polished cast aluminum wheels with Michelin all-season tires.

By R. Feeman