When the 2009 Cadillac CTS-V was unveiled earlier this year, Cadillac estimated its final output at 550 horsepower, but now it is confirmed and the car actually produces 556 horsepower.
The 2009 CTS-V is powered by a 6.2L supercharged V8 engine that puts out 556 horsepower and 551 lb-ft. of torque. Cadillac claims that the car will reach 0-60 mph in 3.9 seconds and the quarter mile in 12 seconds flat. The top speed when equipped with the six-speed automatic transmission is limited to 175 mph and the six-speed manual is capable of reaching 191 mph.
Full Story: Straightline
Related Stories:
2009 Cadillac CTS-V Does the Nurburgring in 7:59.32…Fastest Production Sedan to Date
Detroit Auto Show Preview: 2009 Cadillac CTS-V Unveiled with 550HP
Will the 2009 Corvette ZR1 Manage to Beat the Nissan GT-R’s Nurburgring Time?
Nissan GT-R Does the Nurburgring in under 7:30
