Approximately 3,500 lbs to 3,900 lbs (depending on powertrain and drivetrain)
๐ก๏ธ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Overall Rating:
5-Star (typically for models equipped with specific safety features)
IIHS Top Safety Pick:
Awarded Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick+ in various years, dependent on specific crash test performance and equipment.
Active Features
Driver Assistance:
Available Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Alert, Front and Rear Park Assist, Side Blind Zone Alert, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Intellibeamยฎ headlamps.
Passive Features
Airbags:
Frontal airbags, side-impact airbags, knee airbags, head curtain airbags.
Seatbelts:
3-point seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters.
๐ก Technology Features
Infotainment
Caddy Caddy Caddy:
Cadillac CUE (Cadillac User Experience) infotainment system, featuring an 8-inch touchscreen, natural voice recognition, Bluetooth connectivity, USB ports, and optional navigation.
Apple Carplay Android Auto:
Available on later models/updates.
Driver Assistance
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available feature for intelligent speed management.
Parking Assist:
Front and rear parking sensors, available rear-view camera and surround vision.
Connectivity
Onstar:
Optional OnStarยฎ system with features like automatic crash response and turn-by-turn navigation.
Wi Fi Hotspot:
Available built-in 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot.
๐ง Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 7,500 to 10,000 miles or 12 months, depending on driving conditions and oil used. Refer to oil life monitor.
Air Filter Replacement:
Recommended every 45,000 miles or as needed based on inspection.
Cabin Filter Replacement:
Recommended every 22,500 miles or annually.
Spark Plug Replacement:
2.0T: ~100,000 miles. 3.6L V6: ~100,000 miles (refer to specific engine code).
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Spec:
Dexos1โข Gen 2 0W-20 synthetic engine oil (for 2.0T and 3.6L V6).
Turbocharger issues (oil leaks, wastegate problems on 2.0T), minor electrical gremlins, potential for water pump failure on some early 3.6L V6 engines, carbon buildup on intake valves for direct-injection engines, potential battery drain issues if not maintained properly.
๐ Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Cadillac Legacy:
Cadillac, an iconic American luxury automotive brand, known for innovation and premium vehicles since 1902.
Model Evolution
Ats Introduction:
Launched in 2012 as a 2013 model year vehicle to compete in the growing compact luxury sedan market.
Ats Updates:
Received updates including revised powertrains, technology enhancements, and styling tweaks throughout its production run.
Ats V Introduction:
The high-performance ATS-V variant was introduced for the 2015 model year, featuring a potent twin-turbo V6 and track-focused chassis enhancements.
Production
Production Location:
Lansing Grand River Assembly Plant, Lansing, Michigan, USA.
Production End Year:
2019
๐ Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Motor Trend Car Of The Year:
Competed for, but did not win, MotorTrend Car of the Year.
Car And Driver 10 Best:
Received Car and Driver's 10Best awards in multiple years, recognized for its driving dynamics and value proposition.
Ratings
Vehicle Dynamics Critics:
Widely praised by automotive critics for its chassis tuning, steering feel, and overall performance, particularly in RWD configurations.
Certifications
Certification Statement:
This manual is a professional-grade service document essential for maintaining and repairing the Cadillac ATS.