Car Tech - 2013 Cadillac CTS-V Wagon

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  • Опубліковано 9 чер 2013
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    There is something oddly American about the 2013 Cadillac CTS-V Supercharged V8 wagon, even if you will pay for it at the pump.
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  • @XBMD86X
    @XBMD86X 10 років тому +47

    Wagons are amazing, they are so versatile, forget what Americans think I still love them. (I live in America as well by the way)

    • @tejano956brownsville6
      @tejano956brownsville6 7 років тому

      BMD86 Audi wagons though 😍😍😍😍🇺🇸❤️💯 I am also from America.

    • @Garf2O
      @Garf2O Рік тому

      People just dont care, they dont dislike them, they just dont care, the logic is why do you need a wagon when you probably already have a hatchback/SUV/truck anyway, of course wagons appeal to the quirky and can be cool but theres a reason why it sorta went away.

    • @Divine_Serpent_Geh
      @Divine_Serpent_Geh Рік тому

      @@Garf2O What those people don’t understand is why have an SUV? When in a wagon, you can have basically the same utility and space, better driving dynamics, better aerodynamics, less chance of rollover, less weight etc.
      It’s just stupid to me how an Escalade V exists, yet a car like this CTS V wagon is GONE.

  • @nbrigdan
    @nbrigdan 10 років тому +18

    The CTS-V wagon is simply a beast.

  • @vernonprice5986
    @vernonprice5986 10 років тому +32

    I like how this guy doesn't understand that Cadillac is making pure profit on every CTS-V sold, haha. It's like he doesn't understand what the word "dud" means. And that he doesn't understand why somebody would not want a sunroof (chassis rigidity, headroom, less weight), doesn't understand that the manual transmission is STANDARD, while the automatic is OPTIONAL, doesn't understand why there is a wagon version (hint: it's not for the Europeans), seems to place the value of the car entirely inside the sales numbers (low sales numbers must mean it's terrible and people hate it... which is why the Ferrari 458 is so awful) without even bothering to mention the fact that GM only needed to sell a couple hundred of them to be in the black, and they sold THOUSANDS.
    He complains about the infotainment stuff saying it's like a flashback in car tech... without acknowledging that's exactly what it is. This equipment was made available in the gen 2 CTS in 2008 and obviously developed before that. That's before the iPhone even EXISTED. The fact that it even works with an iPhone is basically a miracle. That's not an excuse, it's an explanation. This system was built right before the iPhone and a couple years before Android even existed, before bluetooth streaming existed from cell phones. Obviously Cadillac isn't going to replace the entire infotainment system on the outgoing CTS model. Oh and he also didn't mention that you can use your iPhone and the OnStar app to load addresses from your iPhone's built in contacts and send them to your nav system in the CTS-V. And he complains SO MUCH about the 30 pin connector. Was GM supposed to be able to see 5 years into the future and equip the car with a Lightning connector?
    I mean the entire review is presented from a negative viewpoint, and that combined with all the ignorance is really disappointing. You could have mentioned that this is the only high performance wagon you can buy in the US with the exception of the Merc E63 wagon which costs $40-50k more and doesn't come with a manual transmission, you could have mentioned how the CTS-V broke the world record for the fastest 4 door sedan on the Nurburgring, you could have mentioned that the CTS-V is the world's best performance bargain, delivering supercar performance for only $60k, but no. Just whining about how the wagon sucks and nobody wants one.

    • @BentlyBo4
      @BentlyBo4 10 років тому +5

      Thank you for typing my thoughts for me, you saved me a lot of time. Hat is off to you sir.

    • @hitman098
      @hitman098 10 років тому +5

      You should know that a car can go through refresh cycle to accommodate latest technology. It's ridiculous for a car at this price-point to not have basic technology that a fifteen thousand dollar subcompact has.

    • @vernonprice5986
      @vernonprice5986 10 років тому

      hitman098 What basic technology do you think this car doesn't have?

    • @hitman098
      @hitman098 10 років тому

      Vernon Price how about adding a usb instead of a archaic 30 pin connector? Also adding a modern infotainment system instead of than that crappy one that was shown here.

    • @vernonprice5986
      @vernonprice5986 10 років тому +1

      hitman098 It HAS USB. It's right there in the center console. The 30 pin adapter comes with the car, and it plugs into that USB port. And what, specifically, isn't modern enough about the infotainment system?
      More specifically, what specific changes do you think could be made with just a software upgrade that wouldn't involve redesigning the entire thing from scratch? And I should also point out that Cadillac already has a new system, it's called CUE.

  • @Flabernat
    @Flabernat 10 років тому +28

    The only Wagon I'd ever WANT to own! :)

    • @tylerc4229
      @tylerc4229 3 роки тому

      That or the v8 buick roadmaster

  • @ruskeee
    @ruskeee 10 років тому +27

    such a badass car

  • @WoofWoof2012
    @WoofWoof2012 10 років тому +34

    I own a 2012 CTS-V wagon. I had the dealer do an 18% performance upgrade (under warranty) and had the car lowered with a KW suspension kit (expensive but worth it). I added HRE wheels (10.5" on the rears...!) and I am yet to lose to ANY car. I eat up Ferraris, Lambos and Corvettes. It's hilarious. Great car overall. I like it more Han even my e63. The only negative - the tiny 18-gallon gas tank. Otherwise, who gives a damn about gas mileage. No one who buys this car worries about mpg. Go and buy a wussy Prius if you care about gas mileage.

    • @Shorty15c4007
      @Shorty15c4007 8 років тому

      +Maximus TheMagnificent What do you mean by 18% performance upgrade?

    • @skirmich
      @skirmich 8 років тому

      +UberTech They are replacing the S/C in this model (Under warranty) that adds about 1-2PSI more.. Its not really a performance upgrade but rather fixing the S/C to deliver full pressure.. It adds up more HP than the stated here.

    • @tylercouture216
      @tylercouture216 6 років тому

      skirmich so does it make zr1 numbers

    • @contrellbeal6850
      @contrellbeal6850 4 роки тому

      Not the gas mileage but the money you constantly spend on gas shld b a concern.

    • @gx7857
      @gx7857 4 роки тому

      Contrell Beal bro gas and mileage go hand in hand .

  • @madpistol
    @madpistol 8 років тому +8

    I don't want a normal station wagon. I'm glad they aren't really a thing anymore in the US.
    HOWEVER, this CTS-V wagon is really doing it for me. It's an awesome design that I definitely wouldn't mind having.

  • @TPfaffle
    @TPfaffle 10 років тому +22

    The wagon is fantastic. Much superior to the Sedan.

  • @markdemmerle5474
    @markdemmerle5474 10 років тому +8

    This car is beautiful. I will own one in 2014.

  • @ericswanson21
    @ericswanson21 10 років тому +5

    what a tool bag. I actually bought this car, and all I can say is that it is two scoops of complete awesomeness. I can't get into it without smiling every day. I haul my two kids, wife, and dogs in this thing while flying through twisties....what more do you want?

    • @user-yr7iz4ti3l
      @user-yr7iz4ti3l 10 років тому

      Im seriously thinking of buying one in the future. My only problem is I want it bumped to 700 HP

    • @vernonprice5986
      @vernonprice5986 10 років тому +1

      Mike Schmidt That's not a problem. Intake, headers+exhaust, upper and lower pullies with a good tune will EASILY get you to 700 HP. Probably more like 750.
      However, you should be aware that Cadillac has stopped making them and won't be making any more, ever. If you went to a Cadillac dealer TODAY, you MIGHT be able to order a new one if the ordering window hasn't closed yet, but I'm pretty sure they're done at this point. Your only option then will be trying to find a used one, which is going to be ridiculously difficult.
      Just saying, if you really want one, don't sit back and wait expecting to be able to find one later. From this point on, the V wagons are going to get real scarce.

    • @user-yr7iz4ti3l
      @user-yr7iz4ti3l 10 років тому

      Vernon Price Thanks Vern for the insight, I appreciate that.

    • @BornToBeFamed
      @BornToBeFamed 8 років тому

      +Vernon Price exactly i am trying to get one used in the next year or two. The prices are good for the autos the manuals are what cost as if they where new.

    • @ericswanson21
      @ericswanson21 8 років тому

      +TheKJProductionz + mike Schmidt If you are thinking of buying one I would say no time is better than now. Manuals are about the same as long as it doesn't come from a private party-who generally ask way higher than the car is worth. It will definitely appreciate one day, but right now their prices are falling.

  • @justinperkins4871
    @justinperkins4871 10 років тому +4

    Hey can you talk about the radio for a super long time, that'd be great. Not really here for the super wagon at all.

  • @aconfusedazn
    @aconfusedazn 11 років тому +1

    Brian, you're absolutely right. This car will be a future classic and collectable in the configuration you said.

    • @neilr1956
      @neilr1956 Рік тому

      It already is! Try buying a six speed v wagon!!!

  • @trentdawg2832
    @trentdawg2832 3 роки тому +1

    Hey this was filmed minutes from San quinton

  • @jaredcullop70
    @jaredcullop70 9 років тому +5

    This is exactly why you don't come to C|Net, the professional dorks, when you're looking for a car made of testicles and the semen of giants.

  • @vernonprice5986
    @vernonprice5986 11 років тому

    The engine, the suspension, the brakes, the chassis, the transmissions, the grilles and body cladding, the cooling system, the aero, the wheels and tires, yeah. Very similar except for all of those things.

  • @justsaynomoregopever8220
    @justsaynomoregopever8220 8 років тому

    Love this whole series.

  • @timmietz
    @timmietz 5 років тому +1

    Cars without the sunroofs are now worth more money!

  • @doubletapproductions
    @doubletapproductions 11 років тому +1

    Love my moms 2012 CTS-V wagon!!!

  • @frankjohn9533
    @frankjohn9533 3 місяці тому

    i love this car even today in 2024

  • @Sevan_UP
    @Sevan_UP 6 років тому +1

    The cts-v wagon actually looks sexy like the coupe and 4 door version.

  • @Tbland0930
    @Tbland0930 10 років тому +28

    I normally like his reviews, but he has no fucking clue what he is talking about on this one. Sorry, dad.

  • @gary_beniford
    @gary_beniford 9 років тому +2

    cooley is a great reviewer he makes the car impress him. all he does is talk pro and con and being a tech guy he knows exactly what technology he's dealing with and how well it's supposed to work.

  • @namegoeshere6386
    @namegoeshere6386 8 років тому +1

    1:56
    Is that CD smoking a cig..?

  • @cadsux
    @cadsux 10 років тому +3

    Actually, Brian Cooley is a fan of wagons. His daily ride is a late model Ford Country Squire wagon. He owns 2. He use to own other wagons like the Datsun 510 and the Accord wagon. His review was only critical of some of the tech in the cabin and the mpg, but it sure sounded like he enjoyed the drive and the power. His tone is on the sarcastic side, so it may come off as negative bias.

  • @kyledesiderio_
    @kyledesiderio_ 11 років тому

    Interesting paddles you have there

  • @FishingBenB
    @FishingBenB 7 років тому +1

    You're wrong! I love the Vagon.

  • @fatboy19831
    @fatboy19831 11 років тому

    One of the best American cars ever. Skip the sunroof and the auto. With the manual on the hwy you will get over 20 mpg. Under 1000 ctsv wagons out there so hold on to the one you have.

  • @benjamindover5567
    @benjamindover5567 4 роки тому +1

    I beg to differ I love this thing

  • @bcrogsnc
    @bcrogsnc 11 років тому

    and still a beautiful interior!

  • @Hondandoffroad
    @Hondandoffroad 10 років тому

    In love with this car

  • @strhopper1
    @strhopper1 11 років тому

    I have a 2009 G8 GT with a 6.0 V8 and My wife has a 2006 Trailblazer SS with a 6.0 V8.
    Personally love these big GM V8's. just a lot of fun to drive and never have to worry about lack of "passing" power. Downside is gas milage but well worth it imho.
    Just have to choose how you want to spend your money I guess ;-)

  • @strhopper1
    @strhopper1 11 років тому

    thanks for the heads up

  • @disciprine
    @disciprine 11 років тому

    took you long enough to review my car ;)
    tech is understandably old given it first came out in 2010 and the original cts-v it is based on came out in 2008. I get about 13.8 MPG a avg but it puts a smile on me face :)

  • @kun0608
    @kun0608 11 років тому

    The one and only wagon that I like

  • @misterbondage007
    @misterbondage007 10 років тому

    I like the styling. Gives it a sleeper car look.

  • @doubletapproductions
    @doubletapproductions 11 років тому

    Did you put your glasses on?

  • @vernonprice5986
    @vernonprice5986 11 років тому

    It's a CTS-V wagon. What did you think it was?

  • @xjlonelystar
    @xjlonelystar 11 років тому

    lol i watched a cadillac ad before this video...

  • @WoofWoof2012
    @WoofWoof2012 9 років тому

    Well, I'm about to list mine for sale on eBay this weekend. 23K miles, K&W coil overs professionally installed to lower the car 2" the RIGHT way(not just Eibach springs which messes up the handling - $4500), $12K worth of new HRE wheels/tires that were built for my wagon as a test fit(amazing stance - I get comments daily), etc. It has everything but a sunroof(I'm not a sunroof fan - rarely used any I've had).
    It's red on black. Keep a look-out. I'll likely try eBay and the CTS-V forum. Like selling any performance car, I'll be taking a major loss but such is life.

  • @4gegtyreeyuyeddffvyt
    @4gegtyreeyuyeddffvyt 11 років тому

    This wagon is bringing sexy back

  • @disciprine
    @disciprine 11 років тому

    While I like more features in the cue system. I'll take the buttons in this older system anytime over the capacative or excessive touchscreen control any day.

  • @KiaTia09
    @KiaTia09 11 років тому

    Wow glad I watched the whole video happy to hear you liked it. I have kids and like nice cars this could be the ticket for me like the others said when the bottom falls out of them they are a bit pricey,

  • @2-meanls3s56
    @2-meanls3s56 9 місяців тому

    Fast forwars to today, octuber 2023 and these things are selling for no less than 60k and the ones with the manual trans are sellimg for close to 100k or more. Glad i own one.

  • @NikoBell12
    @NikoBell12 11 років тому

    The RS6 Avant C7 is the CTS-V competitor. Not the RS4, that's why the RS4 is slower.

  • @Rhickey76
    @Rhickey76 10 років тому +1

    The wagon is my favorite body style.

  • @EriclolXD
    @EriclolXD 11 років тому

    7:32 Brian even laugh at his own comment haha! This car just have brutal ready horse power with that monster engine!

  • @brian9827
    @brian9827 11 років тому +1

    Well you can really tell that he is not getting payed to read a script, like most KBB videos. He states the problems in a car, that may or may not be an issue for you. You wouldn't go to a car dealership without having an idea on what car best suits you, would you?

  • @CounsilHan
    @CounsilHan 10 років тому

    Why wouldn't this car be in existence? It's brilliant! A sleeper wagon that can keep up with the best of them! It's mental, it makes no sense and thats why its fantastic.

  • @vernonprice5986
    @vernonprice5986 11 років тому

    I'm an American, and I don't think they suck. That's why I bought one. This one, in fact.

  • @Kongolox
    @Kongolox 11 років тому

    lovin it!

  • @Jpandes
    @Jpandes 7 років тому +12

    Ha, I just bought one of these duds.

    • @Len1977gt
      @Len1977gt 4 роки тому

      I bet your sorry now

  • @mykullee
    @mykullee 9 років тому

    what the hell is with the red Sentra doing in the intro 0:23

  • @pontiacGXPfan
    @pontiacGXPfan 6 років тому

    I've seen three of these in the four years since they built them

  • @specialk18701
    @specialk18701 10 років тому

    The best all around Car in the WORLD.

  • @JacobLovesSbDunks
    @JacobLovesSbDunks 11 років тому

    When did I say it had a poor engine? I said, "you don't need 100 more hp when you have AWD," which means my comment about needing AWD does relate to my original statement. 1 mpg difference really doesn't matter in a comparison, but I bring up age because a new car should be more efficient. I never said one was better; both have pros & cons.
    Lastly, I live in Germany now, which isn't so bad with snow, but I'm from & will likely go back to Alaska, and RWD is not good there, even w/ snow tires.

  • @noeapantoja
    @noeapantoja 11 років тому +1

    Brian Cooley I LOVE YOU!

  • @MrNvme90
    @MrNvme90 11 років тому

    I fucking love fast wagons. Something about them.

  • @JacobLovesSbDunks
    @JacobLovesSbDunks 11 років тому

    On the street, you don't need 100 more horsepower when you have AWD to get you going, as the 0-60 times are fairly close. By the way, the last RS4 (in the U.S.), got 13/20 mpg according to fueleconomy.gov
    Oops.

  • @steelman86
    @steelman86 7 років тому +9

    I too usually like his reviews but he is way off base with this review! The CTS V will quickly become a collector car in no time at all. Im waiting for my CTS sport wagon to arrive after searching for 8 months.sooooooooo excited!

  • @phil4977
    @phil4977 4 роки тому

    I’d love that in Australia

  • @jamesdavies6120
    @jamesdavies6120 11 років тому

    It has meta tag so it has HD radio

  • @Rockybalboa541
    @Rockybalboa541 11 років тому

    I actually really like the styling

  • @Pasashok
    @Pasashok 11 років тому

    Looks good

  • @mak450
    @mak450 11 років тому

    I love wagons, and this one is doing a alot of "it" for me. Has been for years now honestly.

  • @karigreyd2808
    @karigreyd2808 10 років тому +1

    Why is he complaining about the raido in a 550 hp monster? Who needs a radio with a big v8. This guy is not a car guy.

  • @heywhatdoyouthink
    @heywhatdoyouthink 10 років тому +2

    manly wagon that makes mustangs look feminine

  • @PunxsutawneyDave
    @PunxsutawneyDave 11 років тому

    Did Cooley just have a love/hate relationship with that wagon?

  • @lightbulbisbright
    @lightbulbisbright 11 років тому

    Amazing car

  • @Wiidude50
    @Wiidude50 11 років тому

    I love the CTS-V Wagon

  • @bcrogsnc
    @bcrogsnc 11 років тому

    I love it!

  • @WinstonLovesYou
    @WinstonLovesYou 11 років тому

    very nice

  • @angelopisacreta47
    @angelopisacreta47 2 роки тому +1

    Now they worth 30-40k

  • @JacobLovesSbDunks
    @JacobLovesSbDunks 11 років тому

    The RS4 may have worse mpg, but it's also a 6 year old car, and back then mpg didn't matter as much. A brand new car should be getting better gas mileage, but in all honesty if you can afford this car, you should be able to afford the gas.
    I think they're both awesome cars; i actually love the CTS-V. The reason I tend to like Audi more though is for the AWD, which comes in handy in cold climates like the one I live in.

  • @xXHEELTOEXx
    @xXHEELTOEXx 11 років тому

    Little secret...
    Anything with a manual, or the ability to be manual swapped, plus a low volume of production, can become a collectors car. Add in utility(20 years from now, this car will still haul MOST of the stuff my 2033 Mazda CX5 will), and it's almost a guarantee.

  • @joeylandis8735
    @joeylandis8735 7 років тому

    most beautiful car ever.

  • @athelton
    @athelton 11 років тому

    Low production, high horsepower and a NAV that hides sounds like it might be a good future collector car. Nav's from 2 yrs ago are already dated so having one that conceals is good for the future, just use a phone or a Tom Tom or something. I think if the bottom falls out on these price-wise I'll buy one.

  • @patrickmichael3384
    @patrickmichael3384 Рік тому

    My friend Paul drives this.

  • @benzuckerman3705
    @benzuckerman3705 11 років тому

    I have a 2008 cts - very similar to this car

  • @Veyronp87
    @Veyronp87 11 років тому

    what a badass automobile

  • @landon390
    @landon390 11 років тому

    Best one ever , Cooley

  • @EChid
    @EChid 11 років тому

    I wouldn't call this car a dud. "Dud" implies that Cadillac actually expected to sell it in large numbers, which they didn't. Caddy broke even on development for this specific model after selling the first 6 (I know right?), which they did without issue. Lord knows I wish I could afford one.

  • @jafjafahmad3661
    @jafjafahmad3661 11 років тому

    Super cool

  • @TheAdventureAuto
    @TheAdventureAuto 9 років тому

    I happen to LOVE this car...just way out of my price range. Im sure the reason it doesnt sell very well is because the people who can afford them arent into the wagon style. And with some nice exterior mods this car blows my mind with sex appeal.

    • @kevinwilliams2275
      @kevinwilliams2275 9 років тому

      Not many people feel the need for a fast wagon, I think it's cool as hell. Top Gear USA ran it against a Ferrari and it stomped it, pretty cool.

    • @nihselauto
      @nihselauto 9 років тому

      Turbo4Life1217 I think you can find some CTS-V for less. Autotrader and Cars.com are great for finding CTS-Vs.
      The new CTS-V will have a definite price increase.

    • @d1sturb3d119
      @d1sturb3d119 9 років тому

      Turbo4Life1217 Agreed. I'm debating between this and the Lexus ISF. The ISF is bulletproof but we want this to be the family car. My wife wanted an SUV but there's nothing fun about that. This meets it in the middle. Gives the same gas mileage as an SUV with twice the power and fun!

    • @kevinwilliams2275
      @kevinwilliams2275 9 років тому

      I would love to have one, I think if people knew what this car is all about and how rare they are, more people would buy them. Maybe I should look for a used one.

    • @d1sturb3d119
      @d1sturb3d119 9 років тому

      Kevin Williams Only thing scary is seeing all the issues some of these cars have. I took a look in the forums and it's not pretty. It not engine issues but things like the diff, supercharger, suspension, so still major dollar items. Compared to the ISF this is a little worry some.

  • @UncleAlpha1
    @UncleAlpha1 11 років тому

    Thats a camera attach to the car...bro.

  • @S62Uce
    @S62Uce 11 місяців тому

    Just picked up a 2011 v wagon thing is sweet it’s auto but only has 22k miles in 2023 😮

    • @kevinseverson1765
      @kevinseverson1765 11 місяців тому

      how do u like it so far? there’s one for sale with low miles for $56k

  • @vernonprice5986
    @vernonprice5986 11 років тому

    It's faster than the California, and as a bonus it costs 1/4 the price.

  • @trinisuprazee
    @trinisuprazee 11 років тому

    we dont do wagons aka estates in the US

  • @MrSDIAZ1991
    @MrSDIAZ1991 11 років тому

    I want one of those

  • @karigreyd2808
    @karigreyd2808 10 років тому +1

    Hey im american and i like the wagon the best out off all the cts v s.

  • @NamNguyen_
    @NamNguyen_ 10 років тому

    I like it!

  • @Geblarot96
    @Geblarot96 11 років тому +1

    Mechanic would be perfect for SOMEONE who really know how to drive it ;)

  • @Lyrical00Messiah
    @Lyrical00Messiah 11 років тому

    I usually don't like wagons and I still wouldn't buy one...but this one looks pretty good.

  • @lambchop777
    @lambchop777 10 років тому +4

    the only tech i need in my car is A/C and An am/fm radio

    • @BornToBeFamed
      @BornToBeFamed 8 років тому +1

      And aux thats all , I got gps on the cellular phone lol

  • @tokyoexpressway
    @tokyoexpressway 11 років тому

    Holy strut bar Batman!

  • @ERamos1993
    @ERamos1993 11 років тому

    Cooley could review STD's and i would still be interested

  • @trinisuprazee
    @trinisuprazee 11 років тому

    we don't do wagons aka estate cars in the US.

  • @kumbackquatsta
    @kumbackquatsta 11 років тому

    buttons are not paddles

  • @edgardoamado7008
    @edgardoamado7008 11 років тому

    Perfect every day car

  • @camshaft53149
    @camshaft53149 11 років тому

    I'd rather have the Wagon over any of the other 2 models.

  • @based_will
    @based_will 11 років тому

    I like it.