New 2022 Cadillac ATS V Coupe, Review, Release Date

New 2022 Cadillac ATS V Coupe, Review, Release Date – The 2022 Cadillac ATS V Coupe is a small luxury sedan that screams “middle management.” It keeps its head down and punches in every day, waiting for that promotion. But will this aging employee ever be able to sit in a corner chair? The ATS was introduced in 2012, and the current Coupe is available since 2015. Since then, it has seen a lot of changes.

The most notable was in the engine department. Modern turbocharged compact units are now replacing old naturally aspirated powerplants. Although the ATS has many potentials, it is beginning to lose its edge as German competitors undergo complete redesigns and facelifts. The ATS Coupe is priced to rival the BMW 4 Series and Audi A5, which are both high-end, refined offerings at their best.

2022 Cadillac ATS V Redesign

Exterior Design

The 2022 Cadillac ATS V angular, almost utilitarian design was eye-catching when it first came out. However, over the years, the ATS has become a bit more pedestrian. The baby Caddy is still a beautiful car. However, without the ATS-V’s fanfare, the ATS Coupe has started to look more like a rental car than a road-racer. The standard wheels measure 18 inches in diameter.

However, you can choose larger 19-inch wheels (locknuts and even summer tires) as an option. The exterior features include body-colored power mirrors and a Galvanco chrome-accented grille. The base model has halogen headlights. Premium and Premium Luxury models have HIDs. The range consists of LED daytime running lamps. Premium and Luxury trims include a powered moonroof, automatic window wipers, and powered sunroofs.

Interior Design

Four people can be accommodated in relative comfort by the 2022 Cadillac ATS V Coupe. The exterior dimensions of the ATS Coupe hide a cramped interior. It can accommodate large passengers upfront but should be reserved for Danny Devito or your children. Although the front legroom is competitive at 42.3 inches, it can get a little tighter in the shoulder and headroom.

The headroom and legroom in the rear seats are 33.5 inches, while 35.1 inches is available for the head. Although materials are generally of high quality, some areas are made with harsh plastics, which betray Cadillac’s efforts to rival premium offerings. The upholstery feels premium, with the standard leatherette surface being upgraded to full leather in Jet Black, Light Platinum, or Morello Red. Each color is paired with a variety of wood, aluminum, or carbon fiber trimmings.

2022 Cadillac ATS V Engine

Cadillac will offer two engine options in the 2022 Cadillac ATS V Coupe. The 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine produces 272 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque in the base and luxury trims. Premium Luxury and Performance models come with a 3.6-liter V6 engine that produces 335 horsepower and 285 lb. ft. Turbocharged four-pot has all of its torque in one huge midrange blast, but it feels rough. The turbocharged four-pot is lighter than the other engine and can produce more power if the correct tuning software and hardware are used.

Although it has 63 horsepower more than the turbocharged version, the big six still makes ten lb-ft more torque. However, it feels more refined and relaxed. Both engines are mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission which does a fine job of shifting in town and on the freeway but don’t expect lightning-fast reactions when you yank on the steering-wheel-mounted shifter paddles. Premium Luxury models can have all-wheel drive, but otherwise, power is sent to rear wheels. The ATS coupe can accelerate from zero to sixty in the middle-five second range. If you need anything faster, you will need to upgrade to ATS-V.

2022 Cadillac ATS V Release Date And Price

The 2022 Cadillac ATS V Coupe’s MSRP is $38,995 for a base 2.0L Standard RWD Coupe. $41,395 will get you the Standard 2.0 AWD Coupe. The Luxury trim will cost $42,795, while the 2.0 RWD model will run you $44,795. The AWD version will run you $44,795.

Only Premium Luxury and Premium Performance trims are available for the 3.6 V6. RWD Premium Luxury starts at $48,395, and the AWD version is $50,395. The premium Premium Performance 3.6-liter V6 is available for $50,895. These prices do not include tax, title, dealer fees, or optional features.