For 2009, Cadillac's STS and STS-V get mostly superficial changes following the 2008 refresh. Exterior colors Radiant Silver, Black Ice, and Blue Diamond Tricoat replace Blue Chip, Radiant Bronze, Light Platinum, and Sunset Blue. A speed limit notification has been added to navigation radio, and a Bluetooth interface is now available on non-navigation-equipped STS models. The Platinum Edition receives an alcantara ultra-microfiber headliner.
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For 2008, the Cadillac STS gets a much more powerful standard engine--a 302-horsepower, direct-injected V6--and a new six-speed automatic transmission standard across the model line. And making its debut for 2008 is a new STS Platinum Edition, which adds distinctive materials inside, with Tuscany leather and special chrome and wood accents. Two advanced-technology options, Lane Departure Warning Alert and Side Blind Zone Alert, help increase driver awareness and safety, and a head-up display and high-intensity discharge (HID) headlamps are now available on V6 models. Separately, the available Intellibeam headlamps switch between high and low beam as oncoming vehicles approach and pass. There's also a new Performance Handling Package, which adds an upgraded braking system, 18-inch alloy chrome-plated wheels, and summer performance tires, plus an active front steering feature on V8 AWD models. Flashy new polished aluminum 14-spoke, 18-inch wheels are also newly available. Otherwise there are a number of cosmetic changes, including new side marker lamps, a new grille and lower front fascia and intake, a new body-colored rear fascia, and polished aluminum exhaust tips.
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For 2007, the six-speed automatic transmission introduced last year on the high-performance Cadillac STS-V model is now standard on all V8 STS models, bringing improved acceleration yet more relaxed highway cruising.
SelectBrowse ListingsExpanding their sedan performance line in 2006, Cadillacs STS sedan became the recipient of some aggressive sport-themed touches. Featuring a larger grille comprised of polished stainless steel, lowered front fascia and rocker panels, pronounced rear spoiler as well as unique 10-spoke alloy wheels, the 2006 Cadillac STS-V was instantly defined from the non-performance model. Along with accenting the look of the sedan, aesthetic details also provided practical purposes by improving airflow for aerodynamics and cooling. A special hood was also found for the Cadillac STS-V created to provide clearance for the high-output engine. The supercharged 4.4-liter V-8 engine attached to the STS-V generated 469 horsepower and 439 pound-feet of torque making the car the most powerful production Cadillac sold until the 2008 CTS-V. The STS-V was the first Cadillac and General Motors vehicle to use a new six-speed automatic transmission that included Driver Shift Control. The Cadillac STS-Vs 0 to 60 mile-per-hour acceleration potential was rated at less than five seconds. Rear-wheel driven, Brembo disc brakes with anti-lock control, traction control and StailiTrak was in place to maintain competent handling manners for powerful sedan. Inside, passengers of the high-performance Cadillac four-door sedan rode in a cabin consisting of Olive Ash Burl wood and aluminum accents. Seating also featured suede inserts for an extra dose of luxury as well as race car-like feel. Shortly following the introduction of a refreshed and more powerful Cadillac CTS-V, production of the STS-V concluded. 2009 was the final year of available for the high-performance model of the Cadillac STS.
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