Robert Hall

Also, the Impala's growth is limited by the LaCrosse...I can't see GM allowing a Chevy that is bigger than a Buick...

The BMW 128, though, still has a 230hp 6 cyl in the US...don't know if it will get the 4 cyl for 2013, but the ATS will compete with the 1 series also (sort of, since a 4dr 1 series isn't offered).

Current wheelbase is 110.5 and the LaCrosse is 111.7 Should have same wheelbase as the XTS. Part of the problem with the back seat in the current car is that the seat cushions in the front are so low it's hard to get your feet under the seat in front with shoes on. Interesting..I had forgotten the current W Impala had such a short wheelbase....odd with the Epsilon IIs that the wheelbases are so short even on the 'long' wb versions.

Looks like a vinyl top over a roof cap w/ an opera window...thing is, Checker did at one time offer a padded top w/ oval opera windows...seen pics of them...there is a silver one around here w/ a black padded top w/ oval opera windows.

Voice regcognition/interaction like the iPhone's Siri could be useful for a lot of in-car telematics..

I wonder if the wheelbase will be shorter than the current car, though...I couldn't see it being longer than the Lacrosse or XTS (111.x inches)>

Ok..so if the Buick version is based on the Opel version, this is going to be probably around the size of Ford's upcoming B-Max (Fiesta-based CUV) or the Sportage.. Smaller than the Edge, CR-V, etc...kind of a subcompact CUV.

Not just calling, though..people use their phone in the car to read email, update Facebook, play games, text, etc.

But why even bother? The A4, 328i, and C250 all have turbo 4's standard. The ATS should make the thro 4 standard. Who wants a Cadillac with a base model Malibu engine? Even if it has 210 hp who cares, it won't have the 252 lb-ft an A4 has. The 2.5 will be for the entry level model I assume so they can keep the starting price at 29,995. Again, it is a Cadillac, cheap isn't supposed to be what they are selling. 328i starts at $34,600, the C250 starts at $34,800. I'd say $34,700 would be a nice starting point for the 2.0T and dump the 2.5. It's GM though..if they don't undercut the competition, people will whine....it also has to compete w/ the 1-series and the upcoming A-class...

Interesting..didn't realize they still made the Pathfinder..it and the Xterra and the Armada seem invisible in the market...

It wouldn't surprise me if the new V8 replaces that one also.

Stop it with the obsessing about the past engine choices. The point of the thread is the new engine. Lots of improvements.

The greenhouse reminds me a lot of the Ram.

But why even bother? The A4, 328i, and C250 all have turbo 4's standard. The ATS should make the thro 4 standard. Who wants a Cadillac with a base model Malibu engine? Even if it has 210 hp who cares, it won't have the 252 lb-ft an A4 has. The 2.5 will be for the entry level model I assume so they can keep the starting price at 29,995.

Was just speculation...it just seems for most engines, there are power rating variations for different models.

Why just 317 from the LFX when it makes 323 in the Camaro? I would agree, and hope that you're right, on the 2.5. Probably different intake or exhaust..and the Camaro is probably 300-500lbs heavier, so it needs more power..

Cool..let us know what you think of it..been hearing a lot of good pre-release buzz about this phone

Maybe the base engine will be the new 2.0 turbo...

It does seem odd that Buick will have a compact CUV and Chevy doesn't... unless Chevy will also get a version of this later.

Cool...I've read about them in CA, don't think I've ever seen one in person...interesting how the taillights extend way up the rear quarters...not unlike a detail seen on some cars today. What is that engine...a flat 6?

I assume they will also have a diesel for Europe.

Looking forward to those...recently found the HW '12 Camaro ZL1..

Greenhouse looks like the XTS.

Will be interesting to see a comparo w/ this and the Cruze and Focus...

Noticed that...wonder if there is going to be a hatchback version or the sedan will have a rear wiper available..it's been done before, but uncommon...