It only seems reasonable that with more incoming Cadillacs, there will be V-series editions coming with them. Good news, because Cadillac says more V-series models will find their way into the portfolio with time.
The Detroit Bureau spoke with Dave Leone, Cadillac Chief Engineer, and he confirmed we will see more V products in the future. He also stressed that not every Cadillac will a see a true V-series, a smart move as to not dilute what the “V” badge has come to stand for. That means don’t hold your breath for an Escalade-V or SRX-V (XT5-V).
“The ‘V’ will be on more models than today,” he commented. “Don’t expect to see an Escalade-V, or an SRX-V. We will focus on platforms which lend themselves to performance driving.”
Where can you expect to see the V nomenclature? The CT6 is being debated inside Cadillac as you read this. Executives are fighting the idea of a CT6-V due to the absence of an M7 model. But let’s not forget, the CT6 may be sized like a 7-Series, but it tips the scales as if it were a 5-Series. Plus, if Cadillac is looking for a distinct American edge, a CT6-V seems like a great addition to the V-series lineup. In fact, we rendered it not too long ago.
Also expect an upcoming sub-ATS vehicle to wear a V-series badge once its ready for launch. Expect this model to compete with an S3 and CLA AMG, while remaining rear-wheel drive.
As for the Escalade and incoming XT5, the SRX crossover’s replacement, a Vsport badge will likely find its way onto those nameplates, which Leone describes as a “more well-behaved” upgrade than a true V-series. The Vsport badge is also likely to appear on the ATS in the not-so-distant future.
Are you ready for more Vs to join the likes of the 2016 ATS-V and CTS-V? Talk to us down below.
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I think they should have SRX-V (or XT5-V) just because if you look at the both the Benz and the BMW do offer sport variants of their M class and the X5 despite the fact both are rwd
Two things:
1. We need AWD. There should at least be AWD on the Vsport models. It’s a huge deal breaker here in the northeast and anywhere else that sees snow.
2. What would an ATS Vsport be? If I were designing it, I would give it a tuned down version of the new 3.0 TT (Around 375hp and 375 lbft of torque) with AWD and magnetic ride control. 0-60 around 4.5 seconds. And one thing cannot be forgotten: the digital gauge cluster! Build that and I will be first in line for it.
One cadillac exec was quoted a few months ago saying the ats vsport wouldn’t get new engines, but everything around it would be upgraded from suspension to the body and wheels etc.
I think cadillac should definitely consider an XT5 V at least to eat some sales from the countless other sport SUV’s. It’s the fastest growing segment and why not invest the most you can in that segment. Almost every brand is trying to enter the SUV/crossover segment everyone from Bentley to Lamborghini to rolls Royce. Even though cadillac wouldn’t compete with them but if there was a risk id take it would be in the SUV market
That Detroit Bureau site is really off the mark. They said the ATS-V has 400HP. Every one knows it has 464HP. How can a news outlet from Detroit of all places get that wrong?
The ATS debuted January 2012 as a 2013 model, on sale by fall 2012. The ATS-V debuted fall of 2014 as a 2016 model, on sale summer/fall of 2015. That’s only 2 years.
Cadillac takes way too long to release the V models, and it is costing them big time sales wise. Look at the ATS, its been out now since 2012, a mid life refresh is due, and the ATS-V is not yet on dealers lot! That’s just way too long. The new W205 C class, by comparison, was launched last year as a 2015 model, and dealers are already selling the W205 C63. Even the benchmarked M3/M4 is getting ready for its LCI update. 3 to 4 years between the regular model and the V equivalent is unacceptable
Completely agree Autopal, it has been way to long. They should have already done a ATS-V and a ATS-V Sport by this time.
ATS convertible could also work.
I say bring them on and furthermore bring them to Europe. I am so sick of M’s, AMG’s and S’s.