Cadillac Developing ATS-V to Take on M3

The CadillacCadillacUnited States of America, 1902 > present79 models
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ATSCadillac ATSUnited States of America, 2013 > present17 versions
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has won a variety of accolades including North American Car of the Year, and Cadillac is ready for the next step by making a high performance ATS-V version with even more power. In the same way that the ATS is aimed against the 3 SeriesBMW BMW 3 Series Gen.6 [F30/F31]Germany, 2012 > present115 versions
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and A4Seat AlteaSpain, 2003 > present133 versions
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, the ATS-V will go up against the M3BMW M3Germany, 2009 > present2 photos
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and S4Audi S4 S tronicGermany, 2012 > present15 photos
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The most likely powertrain option for the ATS-V is the new twin-turbo 3.6-liter V6 with 414hp and 430lb-ft of torque. It is a natural fit for the car because the standard ATS is already offered with the normally aspirated 3.6-liter V6.

Other likely upgrades include GM'sGMUnited States of America, 1998 > present8 models
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magnetic ride suspension, which is already optional on ATS, a limited-slip differential, also already an option, and brake upgrades.

The ATS-V is expected to be revealed in January at the North American International Auto Show.

Source: Autocar