2017 Cadillac CTS-V 640 hp Road and Track Review - Road America 

This is the golden age of performance. 640 hp Caddies!!! 30k mustangs with 400+hp. Six or seven year old 100k+ cars with over 500hp for under 30k. Amazing

I LOVE American cars. They're so bloody gorgeous.

Probably the best car Cadillac has released in the past 25 years.

he gives a good review and is not annoying. good job

I am now adding to the description of this video so I don't have to keep replying individually to those that commenting about the middle console lid opening while on the track. For those who I haven't replied to, my car had a 2 way radio system hooked to it and it was plugged into the console with a fairly thick cable. I tried a few times to close it but didn't want to slam down too hard and risk damaging it hence the console lid staying open during my laps. It do admit, it does look kinda funny seeing it open and close during corners.

This is what happens when Cadillacs and Vettes have babies.

I own both a BMW and a Cadillac and as much as I love both cars, the Cadillac is an unacceptably amazing car, its grip, stability, power and most importantly the vibe that the Cadillac gives is one that I personally believe is very hard to out perform, Cadillac is simply a Superb car !

I had the chance to drive the 2016 CTS-V (and ATS-V) at the Cadillac Vseries Lab at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, TX last week. Prior to the test, I was pretty dead set that this car was no where close to any of the 4 M series BMW's I have owned in the past...how could it even compare to German crafted engineering, right? Well, all I can say, is that I after a full day at the track, I am a changed (and very happy) man. My next car WILL be a CTS-V, no question. Auf Wiedersehen BMW.

And it's American!!! Nice job GM...

I really like your reviews. They are brilliant. Thank you for making them.

bought mine in Nashville and drove it to Las Vegas, what a nice ride*** passing 4-8 cars with ease. 100mph feels slow and spanking CLK's Vette's M3's & Hell kitties is just pure entertainment.

I'm glad you have finally gotten the attention your reviews have long deserved. Well done

...very comprehensive and helpful review. You are informatively, hilariously, devilishly on point! I just subscribed!

The only Cadillac I would buy, and the first Caddy to ever catch my eye. Well done!

Good review. Don't be so critical of yourself, alot of people like your videos. You manage to give some feeling to the driving ,good job. Liked and Subscribed.

Nice review and I love how the console kept opening and closing from the lateral forces.

Great review. I like that you don't pretend to be an automotive expert. My favourite car was the CTS-V wagon, but after watching the reviews on the '16 V, I have a new favourite :)

Holy cow you did say 640 horsepower? I want one! this is stunning.

Best review right now for the cts-v...well done dude!!

saw this car at work absolutely stunning with the hugest rotors I've ever seen in our parking lot.

white is a great color for this car. That with the taste of the carbon fiber, i am impressed

I like your review style sir, keep up the good work! Good job on the track!

hey don't worry about it man great review and cadillac is getting better and better!

Hands down the greatest vehicle Cadillac has ever built period!! Ok maybe except for the Cien & the Sixteen but they never made production but still sexy vehicles none the less!! Interior looks so classy without being obnoxious! That hidden secret motorized compartment was my favorite features!!!

Cadillac is back baby

This auto is a "tour de force!" Thanks for the excellent review!

Cadillac is one of the few companies in the world who have managed to completely rejuvenate their line of cars and improve the quality and performance of every generation of their new line of cars. At this point i want a car that doesn't look like every other car and Cadillac stands out uniquely like a UFO

Center console doubles as a rev counter, Sick. Good reviewer!

Wow, this car looks amazing.

That engine sounds like it's not taking any prisoners. This car trumps the foreign competition. Good job G.M. !!!

Very nice review! enjoyed it!

Yeah Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham days are over.

I love what Cadillac is doing these days. :)

Soooooo, its a luxury 4door corvette?

Im not a big fan of modern American cars, but i have to say... This is a damn nice car!! Also the new CT6 looks damn nice! Nowadays, I see more often nice and good American rides.. keep them coming! THUMBS UP! 👍

I like all the new features of the CTS-V 640 . I certainly would like to have one!!

I'll say it as well: Good reviews and not with any annoying behaviour or comments. Thank you.

Glad you explained that... I was going to say that it reminded me of when the Cadillac Seville was being compared to a Mercedes sedan, and within minutes of being driven over the same road as the Merc, the Caddy's mirrors fell off. Oooops. I own an XLR and wouldn't sell it for anything. But, Cadillac has finally created a four door Vette, and it would be a nice addition. I like your reviews. You are not overly obnoxious and self indulgent. Or Russian. Good job.

Good review. This Cadillac is awesome!

Stunning and Luxurious, just WoW! 👍

7:10 dude you got a ghost trying to steal your shit sitting in your car!

Thorough, well presented... actually one of the best CTS-V reviews off the launch at Road America (and that's including the ones from the established outfits). Great work Brian. Been telling everyone about your channel lately!

New subscriber here. No, you are not a race driver lol. But that is fine, this was a very thorough review. Great car, no doubt about it. I don't know what it is going to take to get snobs to consider Cadillac over BMW or Mercedes, this car is proof GM has done all they can for that. It is way over my price range, but for sure if I won the lottery tomorrow this is the first four door on my list. Good looking, world-class performance and refinement, and American. What more could anyone want? Also, kudos to GM for eschewing carbon brakes. Sure, that helps on resale for a BMW or Mercedes, but there is no real-world advantage in performance and if you are a long term owner you don't want to pay to replace those.

First reviewer to know the hood was carbon fiber. Thank you for an informed review.

Outstanding review ! This new CTS V is a game changer for Cadillac, a true "Super Sports Sedan". Cadillac should make a two door Coupe, ala Elmirage. I'm anxious to see how BMW, Mercedes, and Audi are going to counter! I like the improved CUE. People forget that it can be operated via voice recognition. Plus, the new CT6 has a newer model with real buttons. It is only going to get better! Great shades you were wearing... may I ask the brand?

You got a like and a sub from me today, now I am on the prowl for a used second gen ctsv, as far as my research has gone recently, I got my eyes on the 2009... heard that the 2010 has issues with the transmission or some sort. I don't want to buy anything too new but any suggestions of which year to get that is not going to give me problems and have all the goodies the 2nd gen can offer!! And the price it will go for currently, I guess around 30k?

Really beautiful!

Great review. Dream car.

great review on the CTYS-V did you do one on the ATS-V yet?

@matthew von how do you know how it shifts if you ain't driven one? Don't be quick to judge till you experience it.

Great Review of a great car.

It looks beautiful in white. Great review.

Great review

I have an old 2011 CTS-V. it only has 556 HP 550 Torque. but it's so fun. I almost bought a 2016 V3 CTS-V but just could not justify the price vs performance gain. For now I'll stay with my V2. I do love all of the new options in the V3. If I had money to throw at cars I'd get a CT5-V Blackwing. Haha. Enough of my ramblings. Thanks for the video...I want one.

Definitely have to get one of these!

Beautiful, both the CTS-V and ATS-V have nearly perfect proportions. It's to bad there is no longer a CTS-V Coupe! BoooWhooo!

That CTS-V ain't no joke! Gotta get one and a C7 Z06

such a good looking car. I love it. to rich for my blood though. maybe in a few years on the used market

ultra beautiful

funny it said on the gauge 5.1 MPG. did you review the twin turbo V6?

This car is pretty badass and also happens to look good. How much is it?

just pure awesomeness👍

One beautiful American car!

great review!

Cadillac is just awesome!

La mejor union entre lujo y deportividad :)

Good review and really Nice car. Wish they sold these in England

Nice review man, wish i could have a go in that car =/

I LOVE IT... JUST LOVE IT!

Man. My dream car for sure. 2016 CTS V SEDAN > CTS V WAGON > ESCALADE. Hope my stocks perform well in Sept so that I can cash out and buy one. Worth this price.

Do you keep bumping the Console lid? or does it open on its own?

Funny how I see many comparing this to an S Class when it is clearly a E Class competitor. I have a 2009 SL550 and yes the interior is beautiful the power is very good and the shape (the last year it did not look like melted plastic) is to die for. I would love to have this big bad Cadillac in black. Beautiful car!!!

Mmmmm Elkhart lake what a track. The reason David Hobbs opened his dealerships in Wisconsin. He ran laps of the gods here back in the day

Why the center console lid wont stay close when road racing?

Great review. Gonna be a toss up between this and a hellcat loo

This is insane!

Does this car offer cylinder deactivation? Great review by the way.

beautiful I love it

I wish I could afford this car. I love this thing.

Cadillac Is FINALLY GETTING IT RIGHT !! w/ The Latest Product Releases, Their Really Stepping Up Their Game. The New Escalade , ATS & Now This Beast, Putting Out These Numbers..The CTS-V Should Definitely Turn Some Heads In Traffic. Looks Like Cadillac's Got That Swagger Back !!

that car is awesome

REPLACING MY c6 z WITH THIS! awesome!

@10:59-11:12 did you forget to close the center console? or is it a weak latch for the track speeds?

Please tell me they finally made it AWD

Beast.

Dream car.

Really like the optional mischievous ghost who likes to swing open the console lid at his discretion, what happens if he turns malignant?

8:38 console lid isn't closed :). good review awesome car :). Looks like someone already caught the lid... carry on lol :).

13:01 nice view for next generation of headlights

I hope to be able to afford this ctsv some day :D.

Are there any tracks in Western Canada where you can push your vehicle for some laps?>

I'd give a $1000.00 to do what you did that day, your a lucky guy man. Congrats.

Why's the center console lid flapping during the track segment?

American power sedans owning the market now.

Wow.. my next car at the end of 2018 if god willing

Has this reviewer ever been in the previous versions, new 6.2 liter engine? first rate interior fit and finish? I am warming to it even though it's more of a rehash of the previous versions. Driving the previous could be a handful to drive it never inspired confidence to go faster, I did anyway but it was alway's at the seat of my pants and I walk the streets of the South Bronx and Bed Sty do or die. I plan to test drive one all the same and am hoping there's a price adjustment so that it's not so close to its German counterparts. I had some Corsa's put on my V and that sounded awesome. Fuel economy, improved, zero to sixty improved, just barely on both and not for nothing the ATS-V seems to be more car for the money. He's doesn't feel comfortable driving it as fast as he can, I wonder why? The brakes are good but the regular seats are just comfy and I wonder if the new ones will creak and squeak like mine did right off the dealer lot. On the track the Michelins are useless after two hot laps and some of the options mentioned were on the Beemer and Benz back in 2010. I'm wondering if the V really can stick it to the Dodge Hell Cat? I do like the computer game graphics in the console. Its not very light and fluffy on the road, its a hard ride and there's very little difference between the drive modes. It didn't inspire courage when I was driving it and it turns out my passengers who've driven with me in many many powerful cars didn't feel to comfortable either I found out later. It was hard to get the car past one hundred and fifty on even the coolest day for some reason the car would bleed speed past one twenty. One Hundred Grand for a Caddy? I'm still on the fence with this one, should I splurge and get the CTS-V or opt for the smaller less powerful but very little difference in the numbers performance wise and get the ATS-V which I'm much more impressed with. I don't want to come off like I'm knocking the CTS-V, I'm just very disappointed there isn't much difference between the one I had and this one not to mention where's the latest innovations, its the same engine just with more BHP, it's not turbo charged, there isn't all wheel drive available and it looks a lot like the old gen with little changes especially the interior. I wanted the this version to be fantastic, inside and out dripping with technology thats practical, I do like the camera's that can record your deviltry but that may get you into trouble if you get into an accident. I've been a Caddy man since the eighties I was one of those young guy's driving his dads car, it all started with the STS, now back then that was a game changer, what a car. I have a couple of years before I decide what I'm going to do when it comes to my next ride so hopefully I'l have a change of heart, wow, a 100 grand for a Caddy, who'd have know. C'mon Cadillac, wow me, theres time and not for nothing the few fella's I know who have the last gen V aren't to impressed with the new one either and its along the same lines Im not. If I still had my V I'd be hard pressed to swap it out for the new one with not even one second quicker to sixty and where am I going to get to get the car to two hundred MPH? anyway you haven't lost me completely.....yet.

Looks sick... it's got a bit of a Nissan GTR face going there & there's nothing wrong with that! Not to mention all that power

@ 8:37 those G forces must be so intense that it popped open the arm compartment haha .... or a design flaw where it's placed ;)

Oh my god ! this "CTS-V" is really incroyable and so beautiful #CadillacImYourBiggestFan🇺🇸

As a current owner of two AMG cars, I will look at the Caddy when I get ready to trade one in. Kudos to Caddy....car looks way better than the last rendition......and its NOT a BMW......