Cadillac Launches Two New Vehicles This Summer

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Wed May 27, 2009 6:00am EDT

All-new SRX Crossover starts at $34,155

CTS Sport Wagon strengthens CTS model lineup

DETROIT, May 27 /PRNewswire/ -- Cadillac's model lineup expands with two
dramatically-designed new luxury vehicles that also bring new dimensions of
versatility and efficiency to the marketplace. Cadillac announced today that
the 2010 SRX Crossover, scheduled to begin production this summer, will be
priced aggressively starting at $34,155. 

Later this summer, the acclaimed CTS family will expand again with the arrival
of the CTS Sport Wagon. Together with the all-new SRX, these two dynamic new
Cadillac models are in sync with the changing priorities of today's luxury
consumers. 

"In a tough market the new SRX and CTS Sport Wagon are the right products at
the right time, says Steve Shannon," executive director of marketing for
Cadillac. "They offer new dimensions of versatility and fuel efficiency, along
with Cadillac's signature design and technical features." 

The all-new SRX launches into the strong luxury crossover vehicle segment, a
category that now accounts for nearly one-fourth of all luxury vehicles sold
in the U.S. market. The SRX features new downsized and fuel efficient engines
in a completely redesigned vehicle that delivers a dynamic alternative in
terms of visual appeal and driving character.  

"We believe the Cadillac SRX offers emotional appeal to a segment previously
devoid of much of that," says Shannon.  "At the same time, it also has very
practical new features such as advanced All-Wheel-Drive, and an efficient
standard 3.0-liter Direct Injection V6 engine. And with an entry price of
$34,155 the new SRX presents an attractive offer to consumers, while taking on
the traditional segment leader aggressively."  

The new CTS Sport Wagon offers the same design and technical features of
Cadillac's centerpiece model, the CTS sport sedan - but in a wagon body style
that effectively doubles the car's cargo space. The new Sport Wagon includes
the same 3.0-liter Direct Injection engine that serves as the standard engine
in the new SRX.  In the Sport Wagon, highway fuel economy is estimated to
reach 28 mpg.  

Both the new SRX and CTS Sport Wagon will be presented in a special video
webcast from one of Cadillac's design studios. Visit
www.cadillacstudiolive.com for an inside look at the highlights of both new
models.  

About GM
General Motors Corp. (NYSE: GM), one of the world's largest automakers, was
founded in 1908, and today manufactures cars and trucks in 34 countries.  With
its global headquarters in Detroit, GM employs 235,000 people in every major
region of the world, and sells and services vehicles in some 140 countries. 
In 2008, GM sold 8.35 million cars and trucks globally under the following
brands:  Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, GM Daewoo, Holden, Hummer, Opel,
Pontiac, Saab, Saturn, Vauxhall and Wuling.  GM's largest national market is
the United States, followed by China, Brazil, the United Kingdom, Canada,
Russia and Germany.  GM's OnStar subsidiary is the industry leader in vehicle
safety, security and information services.  More information on GM can be
found at www.gm.com.

About Cadillac
Cadillac is a division of General Motors Corp., and a leading luxury auto
brand since 1902. In recent years, Cadillac has engineered an historic
renaissance led by dramatic new designs and global expansion. More information
on Cadillac can be found at www.cadillac.com. 


SOURCE  General Motors Corporation

Klaus-Peter Martin, Cadillac Communications, +1-313-667-8600,
klaus-peter.martin@gm.com; or David Caldwell, Cadillac Communications,
+1-313-665-7252, david.caldwell@gm.com
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