To the members of a certain generation, who grew up when all the competent road cars were imported, a pukka sports sedan from Cadillac is just about unthinkable. Well, my brothers and sisters, think harder. If the Berlin Wall can crumble, and the Soviet Union behind it; and if you can hold more computing power in the palm of your hand than went to the moon with Neil Armstrong, then maybe Cadillac might offer an authentic road car. The Catera deserves a chance. This new-generation Cadillac certainly packs the right credentials. Designed and developed in Europe (the Holy Land of Sports Sedans) Catera has a powerful six-cylinder motor, rear-wheel drive, and a taut independent suspension, just like a BMW 3 Series or a Mercedes-Benz C-Class. The Catera is balanced and predictable when navigating a snaky set of curves, but energetic at high speed for long stretches on a freeway. Catera also has the plush interior features of an American luxury car along with a lot of sophisticated safety hardware. In many ways, it can be considered a unique car.

2001 Cadillac Catera
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Overview
Specs & Features
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque | 3.0L V-6 / 200 HP / 192 ft.lbs. |
Drive Type | Rear-wheel |
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined | 17 / 24 / 20 Mpg |
Brakes | 4-wheel Disc |
Front Suspension | Strut |
Rear Suspension | Independent Multi-link |
Spare Tire And Wheel | Full-size Steel |
Fuel Tank | 16.0 Gal. |
Recommended Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded |
Average Cost To Fill Tank | $61 |
Maximum Cargo Volume | 52.0 Cu.ft. |
Passenger Volume | 98 Cu.ft. |
Exterior Length | 192.2 " |
Exterior Width | 70.3 " |
Exterior Height | 56.4 " |
Front Headroom | 38.7 " |
Rear Headroom | 38.4 " |
Front Legroom | 42.2 " |
Rear Legroom | 37.5 " |
Front Shoulder Room | 54.6 " |
Rear Shoulder Room | 55.9 " |
Front Hip Room | |
Rear Hip Room | |
Curb Weight | 3,770 Lbs. |
Wheel Base | 107 " |
Turning Radius | 18.1 ' |
Door Count | 4 Doors |
Wheels | 16.0 " Silver Aluminum |
Paint | Clearcoat Monotone |
Exterior Mirrors | Dual Power Remote Heated |
Bumpers | Body-colored |
Grille Moldings | Chrome |
Rear Spoiler | Wing |
Exhaust | Dual Stainless Steel With Chrome Tailpipe Finish |
Passenger Capacity | 5 |
Seat Trim | Leather |
Front Seat Type | Bucket |
Heated Front Seats | Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion |
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls | (8-way Power) |
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls | 6-way (2-way Power) / (8-way Power) |
Front Armrests | (8-way Power) |
Rear Armrests | Center With Pass-thru |
Rear Seats | 40-20-40 Bench |
Radio | Am Stereo/fm, Clock, Seek-scan / Bose Am Stereo/fm, Seek-scan |
Speakers | 8 / 8 Bose |
Radio Steering Wheel Controls | |
Apple Car Play | |
Android Auto | |
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity |
Steering Wheel Type | Tilt |
Climate Control | Automatic Air Conditioning |
Cruise Control | |
Sun Roof | Express Open/close |
Rearview Mirror | Auto-dimming Day-night |
One Touch Open Window | Front And Rear |
Tinted Windows | Light |
Vanity Mirrors | Dual Illuminated |
Remote Keyless Entry | Keyfob (all Doors) |
Power Outlets | 3 |
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Front Impact Airbags | Driver And Passenger |
Driver Side Impact Airbags | Seat Mounted |
Knee Airbag | |
Passenger Side Impact Airbag | Seat Mounted |
Rear Side Airbag | |
Seatbelt Pretensioners | Front |
Anti-Lock Brakes | 4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs) |
Forward Collision Warning | |
Blind Spot Sensor | |
Lane Departure Warning | |
Autonomous Cruise Control | |
Pedestrian Detection | |
Driver Attention Alert | |
Daytime Running Lights | |
Auto High Beams | |
Adaptive Headlights | |
Parking Sensors | |
Security Systems | Security System |
Panic Alarm | |
Ignition Disable | Pass-key |
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Major Components Months | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Included Maintenance Months | 12 Months / 12,000 Miles |
Roadside Assistance Months | 48 Months / 50,000 Miles |
Corrosion Perforation | 72 Months / 100,000 Miles |
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