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Summary
We thoroughly enjoyed playing with the Cadillac Catera Sport and were surprised at its genuinely gutsy behavior. Pre-2000 models were simply not this good. Has Cadillac really delivered an authentic sports sedan? That may still be a matter of personal expectation, but one could argue that it has delivered the goods. The Catera is now better equipped than it ever has been to meet the competition head-on.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Catera ($31,305) |
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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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dual front and side airbags, front seatbelt tensioners, ABS, traction control standard |
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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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Ruesselsheim, Germany |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Catera ($31,305) |
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Standard Equipment:
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automatic climate control, AM/FM/cassette stereo, power windows, mirrors and locks, remote entry, security system, cruise control, anti-theft alarm, adjustable leather-trimmed steering wheel, cast aluminum wheels, On-Star navigation/communication system |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Sport package ($2,510) includes heated front seats, aluminum interior trim, ZJ1 handling suspension, P235/45HR17 all-season tires, rear spoiler; Bose sound system ($973), sunroof ($995) |
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Destination Charge:
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640 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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36423 |
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Layout:
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rear-wheel drive |
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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 @ 3400 |
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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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17/24 |
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Wheelbase:
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107.5 |
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Length/width/height:
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192.2/70.3/56.4 |
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Track, f/r:
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59.3/59.8 |
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Turning circle:
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33.47 |
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Seating capacity:
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5 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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38.7/54.9/42.2 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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38.4/55.2/37.5 |
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Cargo volume:
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14.5 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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1000 |
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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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5.2 |
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Curb weight:
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3815 |
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Tires:
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P235/45HR17 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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16.0 |
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