The Cadillac ATS — one of the segment’s underdogs — is nearing the end of its life cycle. The ATS sedan will retire after the 2018 model year and the coupe won’t last for much longer. Cadillac is updating the ATS-V for possibly the last time with more content and a higher price tag, according to a recent report.
The 2019 ATS-V starts at $68,790 after Cadillac adds a mandatory $995 destination charge, according to website CarsDirect. That figure represents a not-insignificant $4,000 increase over the 2018 model.
Cadillac spokesperson JL Lavina told CarsDirect the price increase is accompanied by more standard features. The ATS-V notably comes with the carbon fiber package, which brings carbon fiber inserts in the hood, the front splitter, and the rear diffuser, among other add-ons. The firm charged $5,000 for the package last year.
There are no changes to report under the hood. The ATS-V still uses a twin-turbocharged, 3.6-liter V6 engine that makes 464 horsepower and 445 pound-feet of torque. It spins the rear wheels through a six-speed manual transmission. Customers who prefer an eight-speed automatic need to spend an extra $2,000.
The 2019 Cadillac ATS-V will reach showrooms in the coming weeks. Cadillac hasn’t confirmed the information reported by CarsDirect yet but we won’t have to wait long to find out if it’s accurate.
The Cadillac ATS -- one of the segment's underdogs -- is nearing the end of its life cycle. The ATS sedan will retire after the 2018 model year and the coupe won't last for much longer. Cadillac is updating the ATS-V for possibly the last time with more content and a higher price tag, according to a recent report.
The 2019 ATS-V starts at $68,790 after Cadillac adds a mandatory $995 destination charge, according to website CarsDirect. That figure represents a not-insignificant $4,000 increase over the 2018 model.
Cadillac spokesperson JL Lavina told CarsDirect the price increase is accompanied by more standard features. The ATS-V notably comes with the carbon fiber package, which brings carbon fiber inserts in the hood, the front splitter, and the rear diffuser, among other add-ons. The firm charged $5,000 for the package last year.
There are no changes to report under the hood. The ATS-V still uses a twin-turbocharged, 3.6-liter V6 engine that makes 464 horsepower and 445 pound-feet of torque. It spins the rear wheels through a six-speed manual transmission. Customers who prefer an eight-speed automatic need to spend an extra $2,000.
The 2019 Cadillac ATS-V will reach showrooms in the coming weeks. Cadillac hasn't confirmed the information reported by CarsDirect yet but we won't have to wait long to find out if it's accurate.
