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Summary
Catera is undeniably a quality product, one that offers the amenities and road manners of its best rivals at a reasonable price. Where it comes up a trifle short are in the purely subjective areas--exterior style and engine response, both qualities where the 3-Series BMW in particular handily outscores the small Cadillac--best left up to the individual customer. On the other hand, this is the roomiest car in its class, attractively appointed, nicely finished and exceptionally well equipped. The only way to know for certain what your reactions will be, of course, is to go for a test drive. But if you're in the market for a modestly-priced luxury/sport sedan, we think the Catera offers exceptional value. And if your image of Cadillac is based on the wallowing land yachts of yesteryear, we think you'll find the Catera is a pleasant surprise.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Engines:
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3.0-liter dohc 24v V6 |
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Transmissions:
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4-speed automatic |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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ABS, dual airbags, front side airbags |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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Basic Warranty:
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4 years/50,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Russelsheim, Germany |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Catera |
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Standard Equipment:
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Automatic climate control a/c, AM/FM/cassette audio, power seats,power windows, power mirrors, keyless remote entry, traction control, automatic load-leveling, rear-seat pass-through, aluminum alloy wheels |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Leather seats, chrome wheels, premium AM/FM/CD audio system, power sunroof, garage-door opener |
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Destination Charge:
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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37645 |
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Layout:
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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200 @ 6000 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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192 @ 3600 |
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Transmission:
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4-speed automatic |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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19/26 |
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Wheelbase:
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107.4 |
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Length/width/height:
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193.8/70.3/57.4 |
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Track, f/r:
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59.1/59.8 |
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Turning circle:
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36.2 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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38.6/54.9/42.0 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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37.8/55.0/38.2 |
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Cargo volume:
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16.6 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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Independent |
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Suspension, r:
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Independent |
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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3770 |
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Tires:
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P225/55R-16 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc |
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Fuel capacity:
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18.0 |
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