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| 2007 Cadillac DTS |
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| • Front wheel drive and excellent safety features. |
• Spacious cabin. |
• Can provide a wider range of transmissions. |
| • Firmer suspension tuning with automatic-adjusting shock absorbers. |
• OnStar system. |
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| • Six-passenger capacity. |
• Stabilitrak makes for optimal ride quality. |
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| Overview |
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| Retro body style |
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| The Cadillac DTS continues unchanged for 2007. In tune with Cadillac’s nouveau ‘art and science’ school of thought (read techno-art) the 2007 Cadillac DTS has a fashion-forward body with a retro soul.
Adorned with a host of high-end gadgetry and luxury features this front-wheel-drive sedan is a consummate all American car and carves a middle ground between form and function. Accounting for a greater percentage of Cadillac’s sales, the DeVille has a worthy successor in the 2007 Cadillac DTS.
The DTS which is the DeVille rechristened was given significant upgrades for 2007. Changes include a new front and rear sheet metal and fascia, spanking new interior, updated chassis components, and a refurbished structure.
The DTS is available in just one model with various optional packages. The Luxury I Standard offers an optional Sun and Sound Package with a power-tilt sunroof with index-sliding, express-open features, and interior shade, an in-dash 6-disc CD changer, and a programmable 3-channel Universal Home Remote.
For 2007, the Cadillac DTS features three new exterior colors, Mystic Gray, Gold Mist, and Cognac Frost. New interior colors include Cocoa with Cashmere and Cocoa with shale accents.
It competes with Buick Park Avenue, BMW 7-Series, Lincoln Town Car, Lexus LS 430, Jaguar XJ Series, and Mercedes-Benz S-Class. It has a basic warranty of 42 months or 43,600 miles.
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| Engine and Performance |
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| Sophisticated engine technology |
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| The DTS is Caddy’s largest car, which offers a choice of 4 packages, of which, Luxury I Standard, Luxury II, and Luxury III are equipped with a 4.6-liter (L) Northstar V8 engine that churns out 275 horsepower (hp) and 295 pound-feet (lb-ft.) of torque. Fuel economy amounts to 17/25 mpg (city/highway). The upgraded DTS Performance has a 4.6L Northstar V8 NHP engine that generates 292 hp and 288 lb-ft of torque. It achieves 17/24 mpg (city/highway).
A standard 4-speed automatic transmission (AT) with front-wheel-drive (FWD) and a driver shift control ensures a smooth ride quality. The DTS has a towing capacity of 1000 lbs.
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| Signature Cadillac exterior design |
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| Cadillac’s crest and wreath logo hold pride of place at the center of its chrome grille. ‘Useable technology’ is the underlying theme here, as Team Cadillac flirts with some ‘haute couture engineering wizardry’ and delivers a line of aerodynamic cars that partner style with functionality.
A re-contoured stiffened-body structure and a laminated steel dash dampen noise from the engine compartment.
The DTS with its star spangled pair of Xenon headlamps, chrome trims on the sides, and sculpted fluidity of linear shapes and angles, throughout its restyled structure rendering a polished gleaming aura, add to its spectacular silhouette and give it an intrinsically European appeal.
Standard amenities on the Luxury I Standard comprises of a laminated front and rear side glass, a grille with a satin nickel finish, bi-functional xenon HID headlamps, illuminated entry, LED tail-lamps, outside rearview, dual-power heated mirrors, P235/55SR17 Blackwall continental all-season tires, and 17-inch aluminum machined finish wheels.
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| Comfort, Controls & Convenience |
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| Minimalist – contemporary interiors |
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| Usable technology sashays alongside ornate accompaniments in leather, wood, and chrome. Interior appointments with plenty of legroom in both the five-and-six passenger models ensure a comfortable ride.
All cars are outfitted with absolutely top notch standard and optional features. Power front seats, one-touch windows, leather upholstery, tri-zone automatic climate control, OnStar, and bi-xenon headlamps are standard on all trims.
The DTS Luxury I Standard has an all-speed traction control, 4-wheel disc brakes, speed-sensitive magnasteer steering, a solar sensing climate control, CD/MP3 player, power seating, and more.
The DTS Luxury II features XM Satellite Radio, a memory package for two drivers, a heated steering wheel, StabiliTrak with brake assist, ultrasonic front and rear parking assist, and more.
The DTS Luxury III has a wood heated-leather steering wheel with power tilt and memory capability, a Bose premium sound system, a 6 disc in-dash CD changer, and more.
The DTS Performance has 9-spoke, 18-inch machined aluminum wheels with H-rated all-season tires, and more.
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| Driving Impressions |
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| The 2007 Cadillac DTS stirs up an aesthetic allure with riding pleasure and is a glutton for track. A separate cradle mounts the DTS engine and insulates the cabin from noise and other disruptions.
A softly tuned suspension, an upgraded chassis with hollow spring stabilizer bars, an auto-leveling element to the rear suspension, Stabilitrak, and Magnasteer are among some of the standard and optional features that ensure that the ride is smooth sailing.
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| Safety |
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| Cutting edge safety features |
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| The DTS is covered for almost all contingencies. It is armored with a variety of standard and optional safety features. Some of these include a PASS-Key III immobilizer with an audible content theft-deterrent system, safety belts, an OnStar System with Cadillac virtual advisor, a keyless entry/remote access with panic button and trunk release, power programmable automatic locks with central locking and rear-door child safety locks, front/side impact airbags, and front/side curtain airbags.
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