Having launched for the 2016 model year, the high-performance Cadillac CTS-V Sedan gets a few new features and updates for the 2017 model year.
The most notable 2017 CTS-V changes are new features that include:
- Following Distance Indicator
- Rear Camera Mirror, which is included in the available Luxury Package
- Auto ventilated seats
- Cadillac CUE updates that include CUE Collection and Teen Driver:
- Collection provides access to browse, select and install apps to your vehicle. Apps include Pandora, iHeart Radio, The Weather Channel and more (data plan rates may apply)
- Teen Driver is a configurable feature that lets you activate customizable vehicle settings associated with a key fob to encourage safe driving behavior. It can limit certain vehicle features, and it prevents certain safety systems from being turned off. An in-vehicle report gives you information on your teen’s driving habits and helps you to continue to coach your new driver
- Android Auto (launched interim 2016 model year)
In addition, the 2017 Cadillac CTS-VÂ LPO-level features are deleted and two new ones are added:
Deleted LPO Features
- Summer/Winter Mat Package
- Premium carpeted floor mats
New LPO Features
- Morello Fiber Carbon interior trim kit
- Outdoor vehicle cover
Finally, the Jet Black with Saffron accents interior is restricted from being configured with the Red Obsession Tintcoat exterior, and the Luxury Package now includes the much-praised Cadillac Rear Camera Mirror.
Following are GM’s official RPO-level changes to the 2017 Cadillac CTS-V Sedan:
Deletions
- (PCN) LPO, Summer/Winter Mat Package
- (VYW) LPO, Premium carpeted floor mats
New Features
- (UE4) Following Distance Indicator
- (DRZ) Rear Camera Mirror (Included with available [Y40] Luxury Package)
- Auto ventilated seat functionality
- LPO Accessories:
- (WCZ) Morello Fiber Carbon Interior Trim Kit
- (RWJ) Outdoor vehicle cover
Changes
- Interior colors (HG2)/(HG9) Jet Black with Saffron accents restricted from exterior color (G7E) Red Obsession Tintcoat
- Updated Cadillac CUE (Info 2.6 version), includes Collection and Teen Driver:
- Collection — Access to browse, select and install apps to your vehicle. Apps include Pandora, iHeart Radio, The Weather Channel and more (data plan rates may apply)
- Teen Driver — Configurable feature that lets you activate customizable vehicle settings associated with a key fob to encourage safe driving behavior. It can limit certain vehicle features, and it prevents certain safety systems from being turned off. An in-vehicle report gives you information on your teen’s driving habits and helps you to continue to coach your new driver
- Android Auto (launched interim 16MY)
- (Y40) Luxury Package now includes (DRZ) Rear Camera Mirror
The changes and updates in store for the 2017 CTS-V differ from those of the non-V 2017 Cadillac CTS — which is getting a midcycle enhancement/refresh. For more on changes to the non-V Cadillac CTS, see 2017 Cadillac CTS changes and updates.