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What should be the primary criterion for young people to buy a car? For me, pleasing myself is the most important thing. At this age, there is no need to worry about the needs of the family, and there is no need to care about anyone's eyes, and an entry-level rear-drive car with the right price, passion and comfortable sitting is the perfect choice. However, looking at the entire automotive market, the layout of the back-drive always means high prices, which discourages many young people. However, the Cadillac CT4, which is based on the lightweight luxury rear-drive platform, breaks this "deadlock", as the only "rear-drive car" in the same class, cadillac CT4 stands out with an official guidance price of 239,700 yuan to 259,700 yuan, becoming the best choice for young people.
Distinctive personality: the mechanical beauty of the rear drive
For young consumers who pursue the pleasure of driving control, the personality of cadillac CT4 is very distinct, compared with other luxury brand entry-level models, Mercedes-Benz A-Class, Audi A3 and BMW 1 Series, although they have their own characteristics, are all front-drive models, and they are also discounted in handling. As the only "rear-drive car" in the same class, the biggest advantage of cadillac CT4 is the playful control experience brought by the rear-drive layout.
Cadillac CT4 is equipped with the unique RWD rear-wheel drive system of the same class, if the front drive is understood as a horse running on the front leg pulling the back leg, the rear drive can be understood as a horse running on the front leg with the back leg, so the rear drive model has a more powerful thrust and climbing ability than the front drive model, and has the advantage in cornering and ramp driving. With every deep throttle on the start, acceleration and climb, the RWD rear-drive system delivers a powerful pushback feel and a passionate driving feel.
At the same time, the front wheel of the front-drive model bears both the drive and the steering, and the vehicle's center of gravity is concentrated in the front, so the front wheel is easy to break through the grip limit when entering the corner, and it is also facing the problem of insufficient steering. The rear wheels of the rear-drive model are responsible for driving, the front wheels focus on steering, and the independent operation of driving and steering is more meticulous and reasonable, which also makes the CT4 have a larger front wheel steering angle and a minimum turning radius of 5.55 meters, so the steering control will be more agile and precise, thus bringing a light and calm driving experience.
Coupled with the mechanical variable gear ratio steering rack, the CT4 can achieve light and sporty steering control in a variety of situations. Variable transmission ratio steering rack refers to the rack close to the center position is denser, steering rack in this range of displacement is smaller, in order to improve the stability of the vehicle at high speed; and the two sides of the position of the rack is more sparse, in this range to rotate the steering wheel, the relative displacement of the rack will increase, so CT4 in the sharp steering can accelerate the steering response, so that the control is lighter, for such as U-turns, parking these daily high-frequency use scenarios, the body is also flexible. In addition, the CT4 is also equipped with SSPS adaptive electronic power steering system, which makes the steering silkier and the body more flexible. The seamless coordination of these three technologies brings ct4 a driving experience of "more accurate high-speed steering and more efficient low-speed steering", further highlighting the extraordinary advantages of the rear-drive layout.
Perfect structure: a large rear-end that combines handling and comfort
Large angle steering, one foot on the throttle to the end, want to drift has also become one of the reasons why many people prefer rear-drive models. But drift can not be equated with a good driving experience, running mountains, running track speed and passion is not the daily life of most car owners, Cadillac CT4 still needs to take care of daily driving. Therefore, in addition to the rear-drive system, the CT4 has also made great efforts in handling and comfort from many aspects such as body counterweight and powertrain.
The CT4 is a front-facing rear-drive model, so it has a longitudinal layout. Open the engine cover, you will find that the ct4 engine position is relatively backward, the gearbox is behind the front axle, thus achieving a 50:50 gold body counterweight, making the vehicle center of gravity more reasonable, steering will be more balanced.
Not only that, in the engine compartment of "little land", the longitudinal layout can save more space than the horizontal layout, and more advanced and complex suspension forms can be arranged. CT4 greatly optimized the chassis suspension, upgraded the traditional McPherson independent front suspension to a double-ball joint multi-link structure, improved the dynamic response speed of the whole vehicle, and obtained a better handling pleasure while ensuring smoothness, further strengthening the movement gene of CT4.
As a car full of driving pleasure, a "strong heart" is also one of the core elements. The Cadillac CT4 is equipped with a powertrain of 2.0T engine + 8AT transmission, with a maximum power of 174 kW, a peak torque of 350 Nm, and an official zero hundred acceleration of 6.9 seconds. Compared to the power level of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class, Audi A3 and BMW 1 Series, ct4 brings dimensionality reduction blows, even compared to the 34C.
Win with lightness: Run wildly, but also ensure safety
Based on a new generation of lightweight luxury rear-drive platform, the CT4 has made strict adjustments to the chassis and body structure, the light chassis brings more agile handling, and the solid and solid architecture can give you a full sense of security, making the CT4 a brisk and calm driving partner.
CT4, with such a powerful sports gene, must also be inseparable from the lightweight design that can improve handling and power performance. In terms of chassis design, CT4 uses aluminum alloy front and bottom control arms, aluminum alloy steering knuckles and other lightweight materials to minimize the quality of the spring, so that the suspension gives a faster response, stabilizes the body, better controls the tire attitude, and brings a more flexible sense of handling and a comfortable riding experience.
Of course, lightweight is not the same as a simple weight reduction, but through the optimization of the body structure, materials and connection process, under the premise of ensuring the strength and safety of the car, the advantages of lightweight design are exerted. Cadillac CT4's BFI one-piece high-strength body structure creates a smart combination of lightweight and high strength. In order to resist body side impacts, the CT4's body side frames are made of the strongest ultra-high strength thermoformed steel mixed with highly elastic materials. The bottom plate is based on the reinforcement structure, and the lightweight material is selected, thereby reducing the weight of the car. At the same time, the joint areas that require additional strength of the whole vehicle have increased the density of solder joints, and the structural gluing method has been adopted to strengthen the strength of the body. It can be said that the CT4 has both fish and bear paws, the lightweight chassis brings the driver a "man-car" driving experience, and the sturdy body firmly guards the safety of the driver.
Write at the end
Why do young people need a Cadillac CT4? Because it is the most expensive choice for self-satisfaction. Life needs passion, it accurately hits all the needs of young people for driving control, it is a big toy that gallops on the track, and it is also an everyday car that controls a full score. The only "rear-drive car" in the same class, the outstanding cross-level power level, the comfortable driving experience and the super high body strength, it is not only the soul partner that carries your dream of chasing the wind, but also the safety guardian god that accompanies you to grow and protect you.