2017 Cadillac CTS-V - Redline: Review
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- Опубліковано 7 лют 2025
- Using the same supercharged 6.2L LT4 monster from the Corvette ZO6, Cadillac brings an assault rifle to the super sedan horsepower war typically dominated by German offerings. If you're bent on not buying something European, this all American 2017 CTS-V fits the bill quite nicely.
I sold cars for a year at a caddy dealership. The CTS-V is a monster. Incredibly fast. Luxurious. I sold 2 in my time at the dealership, both metalflake black over black. They suck gas and tires are only good for about 10,000 miles, but the performance value is excellent. I've flirted with getting one, but honestly at my age, I probably would wreck it.
This and the hellcat are some badass American super sedans!
DevPack I love both it if you want track performance go cts v
DevPack Yeah, and reliability - CTSV
i dont worry too much about reliability. Once the warranty runs out its time for a new car.
DevPack good for you !
I will need for GM and Dodge to make some of their sedans have performance versions because I have a Malibu and I love it but I would like to see the SS, comeback in cars like the impala or the Cruze which was the cobalt SS, or the Malibu because those were bad ass just like this Cadillac.
This is one of the few modern american sedans I would love to own/drive.
chipchip yep to bad I’m broke
I have a plebeian 2016 CTS-4. It's still nice as hell.
You can't deny this thing looks luxurious af, cadillac has stepped up there game
like people say, it's a corvette in a badass suit
@@mashedpotatoes209 RIP to the XLR 🥴 it would be crazy if Cadillac ever revived that
I have the 2014 CTS-V Sport and it's stupid fast. I couldn't imagine driving a 640HP car every day! Gorgeous.
Picked up one of these used with 13k miles today. I traded in my C7 corvette for it so it's my new daily driver. I already love this car.
Do you still have it? How do you like it after owning it for a while?
dream car
YTDC exposed my dad has it :)
YTDC exposed same
My grandpa got that car
Deffo shame I live UK and we dont get cadillac here I drive bmw f10
How? That's a ugly looking car and overpriced
This is one damn beast of a car! Love what Cadillac is doing with these (the ATS as well).
Damn yo Cadillac really stepping their game up
Wait until Hennessy gets it's share
Forreal. I'll take a Caddy over alot of European models rn.
@@thebabbler8867 .
Your reactions to this 2017 Cadillac CTS-V are just off the hook. I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE your reactions to this car. I in fact purchased the 2017 Cadillac CTS-V in Sept. 2016. A regional Cadillac Sales Manager told us that my car was the VERY 1st and ONLY Caddy to hit the ground (on the ENTIRE US east coast) in 2016. I live in the MD/DC/VA area. Our car came with an extraordinary story with the help of the actual President of Cadillac, Johan de Nysschen putting a rush on the build of my car. Anyway, when I watch your review, I have it on a LOOP, seriously. Thanks for your review on my super fun car.
Those suede seat backs are such a distinctive touch. I love it!!!!
I picked up my new 2017 CTS-V on 8DEC16. It looks exactly like the one he reviewed. I came out of an Audi S-8 and a CSL550 and neither can hold a candle to this. It's not only easy to drive quietly (my wife drives it often), but it's fantastic when pushed. The most fun is how the valets (I live in Palm Beach) around town just go nuts when you pull up. I prefer it to my 2013 911 Carrera.
I just want to thank you for your very honest and entertaining review. Your review played a large part in why I bought mine,
+1 It's also why I bought my ATS-V, though I wish I had gone with the CTS-V instead. The supercharger whine mixed with the V8 growl (and Sofyan's hilarious reactions to them) are mainly why I keeping coming back to watch this video. Sound-wise, this and the new CT5-V Blackwing are on a completely different level that only the LFA and Carrera GT's V10's could top.
The most underrated performance car nobody really talks about.
My dad just got this car yesterday! It's loud, 640 HP!
lucckkkyyy
Jordan Wendt my dad got one he upgraded it it’s freaking loud In the garage and it has 1000 hp
MB Garage well you don’t have to but he does have it
MB Garage how much hp does yours have then
MB Garage my dad has 1000
GM Is really on the come up!! Cadillac has come a long way!! Damn this car is beautiful.
I have never seen you giggle so much in a review!
i had a lot of fun watching this video. We picked up a regular 2016 CTS with a v6 and it is a blast to drive. I can't imagine how much more fun the supercharged v8 is. Maybe one day...
10:15 "This vehicle is due for a refresh" ... Cadillac just discontinued the best vehicle ever produced by the brand
The CTS and the ATS were the 2 best cars that Cadillac made, and recplacing them will be hard.
Finally! Really liking the recent Cadillacs. Great review as always!
What a badass machine. Those takeoffs were epic.
just got this car for my older brother. he was really happy. got my dad a cadi 5 months ago for his bday. got this for my bros 26th bday
God bless 'Merica. The sound of that v8 is so beast and without question American. This is a car that will stroll across the Barrett Jackson stage 50 years from now and the hammer will drop for over $1mm. The people of the future won't believe that we were once legally allowed to drive around in a 600hp supercharged machine like this. Yes - Tesla model S is faster and will probably continue to get even faster BUT I would much rather have this car - so much swagger and unapologetically bold. Well done.
Yeah but you can't really compare any car to a tesla... I've seen drag cars that are illegal on the road get smoke by a tesla! Caddilac will eventually come out with an electric Version
I test drove it a few days ago. Awesome supercharge no lag acceleration. It has a cool rearview mirror that also projects an image from the rear of the car to give a wider angle picture so there's no more blind spot. It also has cool auto parallel parking.
I've been wanting this car for years. Good review! Power and handling are just ridiculous and also fairly better in price than its rivals. Now, I need this car.
Cadillac & the audi have amazing power for their luxury cars. This car was cool. The power & space makes up for what it don't have in the inside
TheBigGuy3380 Dedicated winter tires. Problem solved.
Issa Vibez I mean they’re the same company lol. Cadillac reliable is terrible too if we being honest.
What a beast! American engineering at its best. Good job GM!
Great review!
if i was looking to get a full size super sedan, i would choose this over an E63, RS6/RS7, and M5, this just seems more unique and special
I Love the design of this car
Love this review. I also love the sound of that supercharged V8. I got a 2017 BRZ a couple months ago based off your review of it and could not be happier with it! Looking forward to more awesome car reviews!
Sofyan...Glad to see you this excited over domestic metal. Cadillac is definitely playing with and topping many of the compeitiion with this car. Great review Bud!!!
It’s amazing when you really get launch control to work. It will literally take off not spin that much. It took me a few times to get it right an you will definitely feel the difference
Excellent review! Now this is a Cadillac worthy of the badge!
If only the rest of Cadillac's portfolio had the same level of appeal and adrenalin rush this CTS-V and ATS-V have....
Great review. I had first test drove the ATS-V but after driving the CTS-V, it is the one I want! Thanks for not trashing the CUE system. It's been interesting to hear other reviewers complain about CUE being touch screen, when, everything involving electronics is touch screen! IPhone-Touch Screen, Android phone-Touch Screen! IPads-Touch Screen! Tablets-Touch Screen! So what is the big deal? The answer, The foreign auto industry know that Cadillac has hit a home run with the current ATS-V and CTS-V! They kick German autos in the butt! I haven't seen anyone do a comparison with a 2016 or 2017 CTS-V against a BMW M5. I wonder why? Now of course the talk is about the coming 2018 BMW M5! And that's my point! The ATS-V & CTS-V sent them to the drawing board! Thanks
The exhaust note you hear when sitting on the inside reminds me of the old E55 AMG with its supercharged V8. Loved that sound which means I really like this one too.
This is a perfect gentleman's car. V8, supercharged and ludacris! I wish it still had the manual option. Excellent car!
Half the time he's driving it I think he's going to wreck it lmao.
TheHvk yooooo I had that same feeling 😂😂😂😂my stomach sunk !
Same thing when I’m on it with with my dad I keep looking at the road so I can get ready lmao
Test drove the 2016 CADILLAC CTS-V on a track in NJ. WHAT A BEAST!!!! LOVE IT!!!
I feel my midlife crisis starting early looking at this car..
I'm 21... so I feel your pain!
IBENOUTMYMIND don't have kids note taken!
Getting one soon!! Definitely before i have kids lol, 21 & no kids yet🤘🏾🤘🏾
That rear kickout at 20:34 was just beautiful!
I dont know how you pick tracks but the intro song at the beginning was perfect.
Brad James We thought so too. Really suited the menacing look of the car ;)
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Too bad it looses so easily to HELLCAT.
Same goes for ZL1.
@Bigtruckseriesreview Motorsports your fucking drunk go home with your fatcat LMFAO
dotexe Black
CTSV and ZL1 got GANG RAPED by Hellcats.
RAPED ON CAMERA.
The CTSV and ZL1 tried to scream, but they got banged mercilessly.
Bigtruckseriesreview Motorsports lol the white hellcat vs the white cts v? the dumbass was trying to manul shift the car which is slower than letting the car do it, and the John Hennessey roll race a manual vs a 8-speed auto? wouldn't really call that fair lol the first one i could give you as we can see inside the cts although it was shifting slow as hell, but the second is just plain unfair autos will rape manual all day long, its like putting a normal R/T against a 8 speed vette.
"so if your fatter you can actually fit in this seat." I love the rawness and just doing your job right without trying to mofidy it for political correctness. well done.
This is my dream car, I currently work for a Chevy dealership, but I like the idea of a 4 door sports sedan for it's practical use and performance rolled into one and the SS Sedan is nice for 50k, but they have stopped production on it. Corvettes z06s and the Camaro ZL1 is nice for the same power, but I like that I can have a luxury 4 door sports sedan and a one badass mofo all in one car. Now if only I could afford such a BEAUTIFUL BEAST that is a whole different story.
"Having a Hard time getting the Rear Tires to Hook Up"
There's Winter Tires on the thing and its 50 deg F outside! lol
Sweet Car
I love the smaller wheel size and even just the design of the wheels. Very aggressive
And at about 17:35 the giggling like a child begins. Which is pretty much what all of us would be doing if we drove it. LMAO! :D
victor bozzo nice
😂😂😂😂
I love your reviews....this is a favorite....I could feel myself in the passenger's seat.
When you did the successful launch control run, I seriously saw your range drop from 90 to 87 mi. Just shows you how much of a gas guzzler this car really is.
Chris Capaccio gotta pay to play! Lol
The Hillary motto.
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Very true! Keep up the great reviews Sofyan!!!
Anyone buying a 100k 650 HP car cares little about gas guzzling lol...
Well.. I mean they care, but it's not like how people think.. They actually try and get new pumps to allow it to guzzle more gas! More gogo juice more bald eagles!
the intro music was a nice touch,the review was fantasic once again,excellent job cadillac with the quality of this monster!!
"If you're fatter, you can actually fit in to these seats!" 5:38 😅😅
Lol
This is the best looking ctsv of all years
that scream at 18:12 tho!!
Go to 20:30 and 25:58. Best part.
Nightbot yes and yes. Love to hear that supercharger whine...cannot be beat.
Supercharger power!!
Love the CTS-V...this is probably the best American performance engine being produced right now, even tho it's an old ass design. It holds up. That said, they never should've dropped the manual tho. I'd choose the ATS-V instead for the 6 speed. Plus that TT V6 is nothing to sneeze at. My only other complaint about this car is that there are too many unnecessary gimmicks, like all the motorized stuff. It just ads cost and possible failure points.
I can always find something bad to say about GM cars, but this is one I'd buy myself. Definitely above and beyond the competition for a great price. And btw Sofyan, you'd get some more subscribers if you tried some new camera angles or upgraded your camera equipment. While all the other car channels have progressed, yours seems to have stayed exactly the same. Not saying change your formula, but work on your camera work and editing.
Vikk 54 We actually did upgrade of camera equipment this month and you should start seeing a change in the video quality in our upcoming reviews. A lot of the B-Roll footage you're seeing in this video is our new Sony A7IIR with our new zoom lens attached. We also just upgraded our action cam on the interior to the Sony XDR-3000V. Appreciate the tips, we'll be experimenting with the angle shoots for future reviews.
I know this video is old, But this car is great.
Lol "I would like a bigger 10" screen"
The car is made for DRIVING😂
You paying for the premium version of the car you should get the premium system you clown
I really enjoyed your reaction to driving this car!!!! Merry Christmas
I'm ready to buy sir .... Oh I mean I got 13$ but we can work something out rigt
*DrinkMoWater* yeaa...we can work somthing out-(slowly unbotton my pants)-
😰 ... What is the only way I avoid this next interaction. .... *AND SCENE*
...!!
*DrinkMoWater* *DrinkMoBeer* sounds better lol
Drink Mo Beer
DrinkMoWater tell u what let's go in half u get it 6months than my turn i'm down
2:45. I bought a 2018 slightly used in 2022. Who ever owned it before me bought everything you could check off on this car. After owning it for about 2 months I will say that I have never gotten so many compliments on any other car I've owned. Everywhere I go people are looking at it. I'm so happy I got it. That aside. One thing I did was take off that stupid plastic over the engine. Got an aftermarket air filter, oil catch can. And yes I'm getting a Whipple 2.9 supercharger to replace that 1.7 weak charger on the engine. I think 1,000 HP is just to much to keep under the hood. 800 HP is all you really need to keep up with post any other car out there.
Sofyan, could you do a year in review video? One that states your favorite cars this year.
Sounds like fun, we MAY not be able to get it done before the New Year though.
I have liked every single CTS-V's! This one has an amazing design. Love the look. I can't stand is that damn touch sensitive buttons. Come on did they not try driving and try to change anything on the AC.
Yes this car looks SICK like you said. Especially the carbon fiber package. Great review, thanks!
That was fun to watch! Love it!!!
i love that digital dash looks so damn cool
American cars are so cool now, Germans falling off
Sad but true. BMW isn't quite as sporty as they used to be, and Merc... unreliable doesn't begin to cover it. Audi is the only one that seems to be on top of things. I suspect the transmission on this new V may be less than stellar but you gotta love modern GM small blocks. Powerful, reliable, and easy/cheap to work on. I'll still have to drive one before I can say anything about the suspension. Previous V's weren't great in that regard.
+John Caldes japanese ftw! hehe
Tard129 BMW is shit.
Juliet Kunai No... just no. Japanese luxury cars just aren't fun to drive. And yes I'm including the Lexus F series in that statement (LFA excluded).
and they are way overpriced for the performance you get. The hp and handling being offered by American entries is really making German cars look like rip offs.
I dont kno why these new models are never that appealing as of 1970's. They were so cool and classy, Neither Lincoln nor Cadillac has been able to maintain that class. They were so long and thin and classy. Mighty 79's.
here come all the Cadillac haters. the interior is nicer than anything offered by Lexus, Lincoln, Infiniti, Acura, or Buick and its right on par with BMW's 5 series (which admittedly is not at the top of its game) sure its not as Luxurious as Mercedes or Audi's offerings, but it does not need to be when it drives better, is far faster, and more of a drivers car than their (merc audi) offerings which cost FAR more.
Stop voting yourself up , goddamn it.
justin bouche are you a spokesperson for GM or something? You're on every video up their ass! Lol
Larry what are you talking about, and Vikk why do you follow me everywhere?
and wait a second, vikk you called me a Lexus fanboy last time... how can i be a GM fanboy if i am a Lexus fanboy O_o?
+justin bouche why do you have 11 accounts??!?!?!
this is best review video ever. Im going to buy this because of you. I just bought 2016 XTS. When I buy it I will tag you! Thanks
When did suede become luxury lol?
DO NOT spill sauce for your McNuggets on suede lol
Kyron Baxter hahaha
I think you mean BRUSHED LEATHER!
Actually it's ultra suede which is the most washable and durable fabric upholstery that you can buy.
where have you been? German automakers have been touting "Alcantara" trim in their high end cars for years. It's basically suede.
I test drove it a few days ago and I agree with you that it's not luxurious enough to be $100k, it's more like $80k. Also agree that it should have a flat bottom steering wheel.
I would change the rear tail light , it look to plain ordinary not eyes catching at all but front end is perfect
Aaliyah Khim I agree the taillights are so lackluster
Aaliyah Khim they’re actually beautiful in person especially at night
the glove box got a spot for my pistol that's dope!
Why do you guys always whine about CUE? While whining you futilely swipe at the volume slider. I understand your frustration. Here’s an idea… try looking at the steering wheel. Try the owners manual. Try being fair. There is a volume control by your right thumb.
Enjoyed the review. Jealous that I can't afford one (or test one). Love the look and power, can't believe you were spinning the tires through the first 3 gears. Probably better that I can't afford one or I'd lose my license in short order.
The E63 AMG is the best car in this segment but I think exterior wise this is the best and most aggressive looking.
The CTS-V is a better car than the E63 S now.
+Propel 2015 - "It's not better than the 2018 E 63S according to it's performance data."
I haven't seen anything yet that suggests the new E63 is faster than the CTS-V, or performs better in any way other than traction from a stop (AWD vs RWD). The CTS-V:
- is lighter
- has more power
- has more torque
- has superior magenride suspension
- has a superior lightweight chassis
- Is on one of the absolute best performance platforms on the planet (GM's Alpha platform)
So if you'd like to specify which laws of physics the E63 will be breaking in order to be faster than the CTS-V, please go ahead and list them. Otherwise, I don't see how your argument has a leg to stand on. And please, don't bother mentioning 0-60 times. Any idiot understands that an AWD car is always going to be faster 0-60 than a RWD car, especially with 600+ HP. That's just a matter of traction, not performance.
Then best E class ever built by Mercedes is still not going to be enough to beat the best performance sedan platform ever built by any company (GM's Alpha platform). If you doubt that, go ahead and look at lap times for any of the Alpha platform GM performance cars like the CTS-V, the ATS-V, and the 2016+ Camaro 1LE, SS 1LE, ZL1, ZL1 1LE.
Mercedes has their work cut out for them, to put it mildly. And so far, they have not been making AMG cars that are up to scratch against GM's performance cars.
+Propel 2015 - "All that suggests is that it's a "Superior" straight line car and that's it about it just like all American muscle."
That statement suggests you are entirely unfamiliar with how well the CTS-V handles. Go ahead and try to show me any E63 turning a better lap time than the 2016 CTS-V on any track in the world. When you completely fail to do that, then maybe you can explain what leads you to believe that the new E63 is somehow going to change that.
The E63 is more of a muscle car than the CTS-V is. The CTS-V is better balanced than the E63, on a better chassis with less weight, better suspension tuning and vastly superior Magneride suspension. Here's an example. This is the latest E63 model available, since the 2018 model is not out yet. Note that this is an E63 S model specifically.
2014 Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG S-model - 3:00.1
2016 Cadillac CTS-V - 2:56.8
So I assumed it was a GIVEN that you understood that the CTS-V already outperforms the E63 S in any kind of track, lapping or handling comparison. Apparently I overestimated your intelligence. And your ability to look things up on google.
"Mercedes will be fine as they always have been and they definitely don't need to look at GM's conglomerate line up of cars as a benchmark for fine automobiles."
You keep telling yourself that as GM's cars continue to beat Mercedes' ass in the performance arena. Now answer my questions regarding which laws of physics the E63 S will be breaking in order to outperform the CTS-V.
The question is, how much will that merc cost? Twice as much? Three times?
I like mercedes but the E class is something that doesn't woth it at all against this thing , we have one but I want this Cadillac
Lexus GSF and the V3 are the best of this generation. They throw down deeply!
Sweet car....
i love how Cadillac can pull off the 5 point grille while Acura always gave us a beak.
my (realistic) dream car ;)
Farman Shaikh lol me too , I want a lambo but I dont wanna buy one lol
This makes me a proud Cadillac owner 🤙🏽🙌🏽
wow you almost crashed into that mazda3 at 25:12 making that left turn.
Alexander Lao the visuals are sped up, you bitch
Looks normal speed to me and others :)
He has to keep up with the camera car
I would love to have one. Even used they cost alot.
For this much power, it should be AWD. The tail kicks out pretty hard lol
Victor C. While AWD would make it more grippy, especially from a start, some may argue that it'll not be as fun and it will add a few hundred pounds to the car. Right now, the CTS-V is the lightest of the super sedans on the market. Only the GS F is lighter and it has significantly less power.
Victor C. Yes, the weight and when the modes are set properly, I've heard that it will hook up nicely on the road because of the Pilot Super Sport
But it's murican
Agreed.... A $90k vehicle should be a year round option. The Germans have it figured out--Even the next M5 will be AWD. America always playing catch up.
AWD is unnecessary. It's year round the way it is now. And as I see it, Germany is catching up - they haven't mastered Cadillac's quality or performance.
I’m watching and I feel like I’m driving this damn car! Sounds amazing 👍
I hate this bing bing bing GM sound before engine start.
you would not buy a car over seatbelt reminder chime?
Sheth Jones No but for example ford has great bing bing sound...
Hahaha loved your video!! Thanx for a great review! Loved how excited you get when pressing down on that Gas pedal!! :)
This is one sexy looking car, but the inside could use some work.
ya but i think they nailed it in the most important peices of trim like that suede steering wheel and recaro seats. the cue system gets way more hate than it should. other than that theres asome cheap plastics like on the bottom of the door panel which is pretty much the same with every other manufactuer at the bottom of the door panel and then some plasitcs at the bottom of the center console. But ya the switches are crappy
but this car is all about the thrill when you put your foot down on that pedal.
Sweet ride.. my wife just got a 2013 ats 2.0T. I need this 2017 cts V..
i wana cts or ats v so badly :/ but im also 19 in college and have 3k in the bank acc lol
my familys pretty well off m8 not that well of but im driving a sports car with 400hp at 17 lol.
and im prob the best 19 year old driver ull ever see drive a sports car in my area too lol.
Alright for 1 i bought my car so lets get that straight. 2 its a 50k chevy ss. I worked for everything i bought buddy.
R. C.P mine would
Sofyan I believe u have never l.o.l. in any other of your videos like u did in this one...Loved your reactions...and dying to try one of these CTSVs
flat bottom steering wheel its not a track rat.. lets face it the people buying this car WILL not take it to the track.
This is the best Cadillac EVER made !!!
This feels like a waste if you don't track the car lmao.
It's not. This car does everything well.
it's a large sedan... it's not meant to be a track car. It's meant to be a daily driver that is fast as shit and can tear up a backroad if you want
All the American brands are back and better than ever.
wish you could review the 2016 GTR
Same here
Man...you look like you are having a serious ball! Good Review.
wtf is with this guy and flat bottom steering wheels
Going back thru all of these videos trying to decide which one to get lol. They are still expensive to this day!!
$100,000 for this car ??? Ridiculous ~
jahwangful $85,000 starting. This car is an extremely great bargain. Why would you say it is ridiculous?
R. C.P horsepower isnt everything lmao. You think this Cadillac will take on a gtr in a race?
K Az did you even read what he said? He said power AND features. The combination of both. Also, why the hell would you compare this to a GTR? Comparing a RWD luxury sports sedan to an AWD coupe? Really?
If BMW made this exact same car, they would charge $190,000 for it.
Tony Tsui The gap is getting smaller but the car is getting tremendously better every generation
I have this car in a 2019. I let my wife drive it and she's had it ever since.