For immediate releaseCADILLAC ATS SEDANVehicle Highlights: All-new, lightweight, rear-wheel-drive architecture with one of the lowest curb weights inthe segment – less than 3,400 pounds (1,542 kg) Broad lineup of engines, including two four-cylinders and a V-6 for North America,capitalizes on lightweight structure for performance with efficiency Cadillac CUE, a comprehensive, in-vehicle experience that merges intuitive design withauto industry-first controls and commands for information and entertainment data2013 CADILLAC ATS CHALLENGES THE WORLD’S BEST COMPACT LUXURY CARSThe all-new 2013 Cadillac ATS compact luxury sports sedan is the brand’s entry into the world’smost significant luxury car segment and is designed to challenge the world’s best premium cars.Its sophisticated driving experience is enhanced with Cadillac CUE, a comprehensive, in-vehicleuser experience that merges intuitive design with industry-first controls and commands forinformation and media data.Developed on an all-new, lightweight rear-drive architecture, the ATS reflects a new expressionof Cadillac’s Art & Science execution philosophy, centered on a foundation of driving dynamicsand mass efficiency. It is the most agile and lightweight Cadillac, with one of the lowest curbweights in the segment – less than 3,400 pounds (1,542 kg). All-wheel drive is available.Germany’s famed Nürburgring served as one of the key testing grounds, along with additionalroads, race tracks and laboratories around the globe, where ATS engineers balancedperformance with Cadillac’s trademark refinement. Contributing components and featuresinclude: 50/50 weight balance Cadillac’s first five-link independent rear suspension using lightweight, high-strengthsteel and efficient straight link designs A multi-link double-pivot MacPherson-strut front suspension with direct-acting stabilizerbar Driver-adjustable FE3 sport suspension with Magnetic Ride Control real-time damping Underbody aerodynamic shields Premium (belt driven) electric variable-effort steering gear from ZF Steering Systems Four-channel ABS with available Brembo performance brakes Available all-wheel drive.The ATS is offered as a well-equipped standard model and in Luxury, Performance andPremium collections. A broad lineup of engines – including two four-cylinders and a V-6 forNorth America – delivers strong power to the ATS and capitalizes on the car’s lightweightstructure to complement its performance with efficiency. The optional engines include an all-new2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder rated at 272 horsepower (203 kW) and Cadillac’s award-winning 3.6L V-6, estimated at 321 horsepower (239 kW).ATS design and exterior features