2013 Cadillac ATS Premium (3.6 & 2.0T) Start Up, Exhaust, and In Depth Review

[@TSmith]

One of the best reviews, in my opinion, of this car. Didn't sound biased and I felt like you either took the time to learn the vehicles features or you already knew about them. Wish more reviews were like this.

[@treylennon4858]

I love this car and I found a 2014 2.0T with less than 35,000k for $15,600. I can't wait to call it mine!

[@cme1sthotmail]

Get it for $10,000 -Tell them it is rear wheel drive and they will never sell it in the Winter. Save the money for gas.

[@EVILAKUMA]

Good price check for history

[@anthonyb2559]

Trey Lennon good luck🙏🏾

[@Shineinpoverty]

@@cme1sthotmail I remember driving in snow a rwd, I mean the road was empty and it felt pretty safe. Not to mention I played all NFS game series.

[@adamhayden5152]

@@ShineinpovertyI have a rwd ats that’s making 330 wheel hp on e50 FBO car and tuned. My winter car is down so I’ve been driving my ats with all season on it and it’s been no problem.

[@LocDawgd]

I'd sure as hell take an ATS over any comparable Merc, Audi, or Lexus.

[@luismagana1742]

Amen

[@clo20091]

And the car I want is Cadillac Esclade

[@loranowzaradanbarkes9447]

LocDawgd k

[@loranowzaradanbarkes9447]

LocDawgd k

[@jeffhorton8737]

LocDawgd right

[@KingKola01]

I just bought the 3.6 performance version. and wow this is one of the est car reviews i've ever seen. You went over almost every single thing about the car.

[@CarefreeRambler]

Excellent review. Congrats. For the ones interested in owning, this is the best driver centric car in its class. ATS should be driven to understand what it's offering. I'm planning to buy the 2018 model since ATS is getting CUE 3. Go past the Consumer Reports reviews and do your own research to find how amazing this car is, for it's class. For the German badge lovers, buy whatever makes you happy.

[@cedricm5153]

I've gotta say. I love Saabkyle and Alex on Cars reviews. Both very professional and detailed, with only one minor difference between the two.

[@DaveLopezMixing]

Great review. I just bought this vehicle used, and your review told me more about the car than the dealer I purchased it from. Thanks!

[@goodlyboony]

Two years, baby! Just you wait; I'm gonna getcha!

[@bigmoneyboss7898]

One more year for me!!

[@valonademi2853]

2 months for me as soon as i get my intermediate

[@youngboi_yt]

Did you got it

[@inhawaii4941]

2 year later. Did you buy it?

[@raymonddav5281]

It's been two years

[@colenkas44]

Cadillacs used to appeal to only old people but not anymore. The brand has completely changed and for the better. This car is just as good as any BMW 3 series or Audi a4.

[@quanbrooklynkid7776]

Yea

[@NDSautomotive]

I test drove a ATS and I was really surprised. It was smooth and gave great power for a four cylinder. And the car was really attractive. I was in a red light and I look around and every body looking at the car from each corner. I felt proud of having this car. But there aiming I don't like is the sensitive touches in the CUE system.

[@WOV86]

was deciding between A4, C Class, and this a couple months ago. I chose ATS for the enfotainment system, power, and its beauty. Gorgeous car in person. So far pretty happy with it and getting lots of compliments.

[@SwitchedDreams]

Hows the car doing? 😄

[@WOV86]

@@SwitchedDreams 🥴 looking to move on but she’s still running strong

[@chasechildress2720]

​@@WOV86how is reliability after 9 years or so any big issues to note?

[@PanameraTurboSEHybrid]

My sister bought a silver premium 3.6 v6 with the black chrome trim. She had all windows tinted double tinted 20% and windshield @ 20%. Its a beauty.

[@JeffBazell]

Gorgeous car. I bought one. The 2.0 Turbo, AWD. Red with red leather interior. Amazing technology.

[@davidhenriquez6144]

Jeff Bazell how do you like it so far?good on gas with plenty of acceleration?any electrical problem.great choice brother and congratulations.did you get the one with parking assist?

[@LuisMartinez-yn1st]

Jeff Bazell how do you like it bro ? Have you had any problems with it ?

[@chefe2152]

Jeff Bazell how is your experience with it so far? Any trips to garage?

[@EVILAKUMA]

Emil Niec woderimg the same thing...i made a post on cadillac forums 2013 ats as i am in a middle of a transaction and i need to know...i got sold on the looks

[@KCMrecordings]

Toronto_NDN as an ATS owner myself, I'll admit it's had two major problems that needed warranty work. 1, the intercoler for the turbos needed to be replaced (noticed my engine temp running slightly higher than normal). 2, my cue system stopped responding to touch input. Lucky for me, I had the 50k bumper to bumper warranty along with the 70k power train. If the powertrain does fail, I'm dropping a v8 in it lol. Also I can't speak on the awd system or auto as I have the rwd manual. I will say this though, if you maintain the interior well, that leather will last decades (have the red interior and haven't seen any color changing/fading). Caddy uses true premium materials unlike the Germans and their "MB -Tex" leather. Going on 5 years and the interior looks like the day it was bought, minus some wear on the drivers seat, and some self inflicted scuffs on the will plates from uncaring friends.

[@ApocTheLegend]

I think I've finally found my temp car til my new lease starts. Less than $15k for one of these babies I cant pass that up

[@norcalguaponorcalguapo6773]

How. R u likening it. I have the same mindset I am thinking the same. How is gas milage? I would be driving 120 miles a day

[@tyler6636]

NorCalguapo NorCalguapo hey i just got one with 100k miles for $14k and it’s amazing definitely the best car you can get for cheap. i have the 3.6 liter v6 engine and i get 25 MPH avg w city & highway driving spilt evenly. and that’s with 91 octane premium fuel. altho the 3.6 is nice and has an amazing growl; i never find myself using the power. (i’m 21 but drive this caddy like an old man), so i wish i would have opted for one of the 2 liters which has even better MPG; possibly even 30 avg on the base 2 liter.

[@ApocTheLegend]

@@norcalguaponorcalguapo6773 i actually ended up going with a 2013 audi a5

[@sickfoo5506]

@@tyler6636 how is often do you maintenance and have you had any issues?

[@tyler6636]

@@sickfoo5506 hey i got high mileage maintenance done, i usually take my car to the mechanic for an inspection about 2-4 times a year & just get done the services he recommends! I do however have an oil leak on my rear differential that needs to be attended to. Other than that no issues. Make sure you have a pre-purchase inspection done on whatever car you’re buying by a mechanic you trust, cadillac or not.

[@MrAlton01]

One of the first things I do when I am sick or have a snowday is watch saabkyle :)

[@adrianfrazier9202]

I bought the 3.6 ATS a few years ago. I love it. You have to be pretty good with computers to get the album art to display from your usb drive.

[@DaudJamshaid]

Sorry I just saw this message. How do you display cover art?

[@ianscheurer]

@@DaudJamshaid you say that like he texted you

[@pinballrick6031]

@@ianscheurer You say that like you were texting him

[@Schrittwieser]

I just bought a 2013 ATS dealer loaner 3600 miles, great car at a great price. I love it.

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

Ten years ago today! Still my nice 2nd car.

[@ACESFC21]

Excellent review. I just ordered myself an ATS 2.0T....Unfortunetly I have to wait almost 3 months to get it. The one complaint I have is the gauge cluster seems dull in comparison to the rest of the interior.

[@i4ROFL]

One of the best things to come out of GM since the T/A. I wish it had more unique styling, but in this case it's the innovation that did me in. A great review of a great car. Thanks for taking the time to film this one Kyle!

[@Trades46]

The ATS is a very nice car. I brought a C350 because my family's preference for Mercedes, but the Cadillac is highly attractive in design and power-train. I didn't like it too much back then, but the design is starting to grow on me. (Unlike the F30 3er)

[@DailyDriver.]

I miss this style saabkyle04 stuff

[@zacharybishop6595]

3:13 Actually sounds amazing

[@pistolierer]

I would love to see Kyle do a review on either a 80's or a 90's Chrysler Imperial. Those cars are sweet and don't get the respect that they deserve.

[@JurgenDX]

I'm an european who grew up around merc's bmw's and audi's but i must say,this car looks fantastic!

[@CHEVROLETPOWER89]

My brother just bought this car for his 19th birthday, of course the 3.6 I love the vehicle

[@4162920010]

this was the best review i have watched for any car

[@kensterpotts]

Like always Kyle a great video. It's always interesting to see what Cadillac and other luxury brands are going to come out with next. Great video

[@TerryFilming]

I'd like to agree with that-- My few friends in Germany will say they don't see the luxury of a BMW, Mercedes, or Audi mainly due to the fact they see this type of luxury every day when they're out. Same way for Lexus in Japan.

[@GTPTENN]

I’m buying this car on my 16th birthday 🙌🏾

[@daniel27560]

you mean your parents are

[@papajhonsreal]

Yeah, sure

[@ArthurSperotto]

I don't see why not! It is and has been classy since the beginning of the 20th century!

[@SJSharkWannabe]

The ATS is definitely one of the best Cadillacs I've test driven in recent memory, but of course no new Caddy will ever measure up to the Fleetwood/Brougham :)

[@kdu8004]

Who needs test drives when you have saabkyle.

[@ArthurSperotto]

I hope so!! The Tahoe and the Suburban are great vehicles, they just lacked a little better finish. That's what the Escalade gives them! Sure it's a lot more expensive because of that, but if you consider the Platinum version, it's REALLY worth it. Overall, agreed with everything you said. :-) P.S.: Sorry for taking this long a** time to reply...

[@fanaticcar1]

Kyle, you have the BEST YT channel! I watch your videos every day and I promise you, I won't get tired of them ! ! ! :D

[@DanielBlaney]

This is a great car. If you want something bigger though, the cts is also good to look at. If you want something like an m3, the cts-v is much faster and handles better for less money and offers more interior space as well.

[@Trades46]

I love how the 3.6 V6 sounds. It has a low growl missing from a lot of new compact executive sedans. I'd argue it sounds better than the C350 3.5 DI 302hp V6; oddly enough I actually think the older C350 3.5 MPI 272hp V6 sounds BETTER than the newer more powerful DI unit. On the flipside, the 2.0T sounds meh at best. The car is fine and I think it's the better overall engine for the ATS (adequate power & good fuel economy), but it doesn't sound as special. Plus, having driven the C350 302hp V6 for sometime, it be hard to settle for a 4cyl again. I wish Cadillac equip their motors with start-stop function though.

[@IKhanNot]

I actually agree. I have an 06 C280 with the M272 V6 and it sounds great and feels very smooth. It doesn't clatter about like the new DI motor and weirdly enough the Cadillac DI motors are much quieter than the German offerings.

[@pontiacGXPfan]

I used to drive this car. The V6 sounds a lot like an old VQ V6.....love it

[@kingfarticusreturns6371]

There's just no substitute for a naturally aspirated V6. Numbers don't tell the whole story. The smoothness and the linearity of the acceleration, not to mention the sound more than offset any concessions in the 0-60 0-100 numbers game some of these 2.0 turbos win. And besides, accelerating from 0-60 on a closed course misses the point. Roads are rarely straight. I'm much rather have the V6 going up a mountain pass than a stupid 2.0 turbo.

[@ArthurSperotto]

In your opinion. In the opinion of 99% of the world (including me), it's awesome.

[@aaroonsanchez123456]

Love this guys videos men. He provides all the information needed. He is the Manual of every car!!

[@RomeBEn20]

That Kenny G part was soooo heavenly...

[@DemonsSoulsSuperPro]

Have you seen it? Not only is it fast as hell, but it will haul all your groceries too. Win/win in my book son.

[@MrJkboy21]

Man I rode in a lot cars but don’t no car has a smooth ride like the Cadillac man it feel like I was on a plain went over couple Bumps speed bumps still felt smooth this car is very well built man damn I love the way a Cadillac feels on the rode man😫💯💯💯

[@SiegePerilousEsauMaltomite]

A damn good review here, folks. MALT LIQUOR

[@badcandy24]

YES VLADIMIR DANK WEED

[@marc1093280]

What I would like to see happen to the ATS is this: 2.0T I4 @ $34,500 with dual-exhaust and CUE standard 3.6L TT V6 detuned to 380 HP and 380 lbs-ft of torque @ $43,000 ATS-V @ $55,000 - 3.6L TT V6, but a naturally-aspirated DOHC V8 would be also be nice

[@uqh95]

Not a fan of American cars, but this shows that there is still hope for our market...

[@xXFL4WL3Ss]

Saabkyle04 when are you going to have a review on the new 2014 CTS??

[@RODikUlus]

Very good video with information. I looked at another on the ATS where the reviewer showed the center pass through, and actually said there was no folding down seats. Upon just seeing this, I have to admit I got excited. Thinking about getting this car. I think that Cadillac will put an 8 speed in later to replace the 6 speed, and I hope they change the guage cluster to an all digital configurable one like in the XTS.

[@Assassin8295]

Why did I subscribe to you? Oh yeah you make the best car reviews in the world!

[@archechme]

Yes, this car is lovely it really is. I love the interior, and the shape on the exterior. Only problem is, it's engine just isn't powerful enough and does need a V8 option to give it true competition with the RS4/ M3/ C63 AMG.. In which I'd think it'd be too similar to compare.

[@ironhide959]

I love how all the music thats playing throughout the review is all awesome, great job man!

[@fanaticcar1]

Actually I'm from Europe and I see these 3 cars every day, too. But probably I'd take the Cadillac over them, because it looks much more impressive and people don't see them at every corner of the streets here. The design is so fantastic...

[@Metroplexkickz]

Best cadillac made in a long time

[@xXYASXx]

man , you are very trusted source in saudi arabia :)

[@jordanpark8980]

my aunt has this car in silver. the interior is really comfortable

[@zp8290]

Thumbs up lol, I love the 06 C-classes. And yeah the 3800 is legendary... refined and reliable... yeah I don't think anything shoulda been bailed out. No banks, no auto companies. It would have been shitty but come on. If I were you I wouldn't have wanted to pay to bail out companies that were so careless & reckless

[@troymeyer123123]

It's really nice to see Cadillac isn't just making cars for people 65-deceased anymore!

[@princephan]

Great review, beautiful car, attention to detail from the reviewer, & Prince music, plus you're in NC

[@hairylarry6167]

This car is a real fooler. It is very fast. Luxury and speed at the same time.

[@TheLoneDrinkerUK]

Critics have said that the turbo 4 doesn't sound great compared to the competition but coming from a country where inline fours are the norm, that engine note doesn't sound too bad.

[@Bzapp725]

This car and the review are equally fantastic

[@JaguarSoundBlaster]

I've been waiting so long for this video..the wait was worth it.. thanks kyle

[@ada98a1]

I just bought a 2014 3.6 RWD Luxury, Love it!!!

[@kevinmcdonald2286]

You do great reviews, but you read the engines on the cars too much, and when you drive them, you don't comment on how they handle or drive to you, but keep up the good work, thank you

[@knhl1808]

This new ATS is really nice! I also love Kyle's very detailed review on it! Way to go Kyle, I love your videos :-)

[@rompn4x]

Nice to see Cadillac building a 3-series fighter.

[@pontiacGXPfan]

I like that the V6 runs on 87 unleaded. Good luck feeding that to a BMW

[@dave1745]

Gotta say excellent paint finish. Can see reflections like looking in a mirror. Nice car

[@mihirghate4997]

Very cool video!!! You are my favourite person on KZbin

[@Ambi1021]

I'm definitely getting this car.

[@1234krise]

In ten years......

[@scorpionic3599]

+Kristofer Christensen eight years to go

[@bigstuntnsp]

World Wrestling Videos next year for me I want to have the 3.6l 0-60 in the 4's with light mods and I'll be satisfied

[@RisingTied72]

Blah Blah Blah I'm Tessa Brooks 7 now

[@wronky]

only 5 more years

[@manoman0]

Me, having gone from Cadillac to Audi was truly a step backwards.

[@SSPanzee]

Kyle I appreciate what you're doing. Can see the work you connect with passion KEEP IT UP MAN ;)

[@Pcgamingfixes]

mini gets pretty creative with their bings and bongs.

[@FoodyTunes]

This is such a perfect car. And it's a proven reliable General Motors product! I wish I had the money to buy this car! Oh well, my Pontiac Torrent AWD and my GMC Acadia AWD will do the trick for now. But man

[@NikoBell12]

Beige interiors with wooden trim are NOT disgusting. I personally like all types of combinations(as long as they're not as ridiculous as blue and yellow lol), but I'd rather him show the other interior. Still an awesome video though.

[@rgrndu]

My Challengers' CD player is conveniently located behind the touch screen. Cadillac putting the CD player in the glove compartment looks like an afterthought. Still a beautiful car inside and out.

[@STIRKDAWG]

Although I still use CDs LIKE IT'S MY JOB, for most people (especially the demographic within this ATS segment, a CD player IS an afterthought) .

[@Gabriel2.0]

I always like your videos before watching them

[@MrThestig8]

Black is a striking interior color.

[@NikoBell12]

Very awesome car. You should have showed more of the 2.0T interior though. I just love that tanned leather with the beautiful looking wood grain. But black leather, aluminum trim and black piano veneer is good as well I guess.

[@kmann1994]

Not bad for an AMERICAN car? Son, do you understand how many awards this car is winning? This car is great from any perspective.

[@MrStaton352]

Great video bro. I love all your vids, but the fact that your from my home state makes it that much better. I'm in Florida right now but, i miss NC badly. I try to subscribe to anyone from our great state. Oh yea next year is our year GO PANTHERS!!!!!

[@YaBoiScrumpo]

Thanks for sharing a good story. A Merc fanboi flagged you spam. Agreed. Goodbye Merc, hello Caddy.

[@theblackberrykid]

This is beautiful. Thanks for reviewing this Kyle, I was hoping you would!

[@s5866137]

Great car! This year there are 3 new models I'd like to watch their competition: Lexus New IS/Inifiniti Q50/Cadillac ATX~ I think you could have a challenge of doing a same class competition video!

[@stretchjosh]

Like watching your videos lol, I like cars so just watching the videos gives me my daily dose of car info lol

[@IKhanNot]

Loud is fine especially when it comes to the 3800 SC. That's a bulletproof reliable motor and at the least it's very refined. It's the grainy sound I dislike on the Caddy motor. I have an 06 MBZ C280 and it has a refined and quiet motor. The exhaust is the bit making the sound not the trashing of the motor. It's interesting to hear your take on GM and the bailout.

[@drunkdunmer9]

I was never a fan of American cars, but I love GM's chime

[@DSNCB919]

I cant find the 2014 cts review

[@BearKire]

Drove this car from Denver to LA this summer, with detours etc -- total 2500 miles. I´m used to european cars, and have driven the DTS and Lincoln TownCar beforehand. The interior quality still does not compare to Mercedes, BMW or Audi. I think we got the 2.0 liter engine with 6(or 7)speed transmission, too small for this car. It changed down a gear even with the lightest touch on the pedal, makes it annoying while on cruise control. Not the best car I have driven, but I still love it.

[@brucec43]

The negative vs competitors I"ve found so far is that the gauge cluster isn't as visible in daylight.

[@bumblebeeiscamaro]

This is Motoring 2013's Car Of The Year! It was just revealed last Saturday!

[@LeshVarg]

good to warm up the car before getting in during the winter time.

[@michaelkawaguchi1411]

I actually want this car for my first car its perfect!

[@NotesofNate]

Hope you will review the new 2016 ATS LGX 3.6 v6

[@bigstuntnsp]

solostream it's slower than the previous 3.6l. I'm going to get 13-15 3.6 ats next year

[@Daniel28021991]

Today I was at my GM dealer and I drove one of this ATS, it's a very nice car. I wont one but its a little bit to expensive for me, mayby I'm going to buy a uses one in 5 years.

[@IKhanNot]

You'll get an off lease GM CPO in 2 or 3 years for half of what it costs new. Resale value sucks on these cars but that's a good thing for people like you and me who like to buy a bit cheaper :) Right now a 2010 CTS 3.6DI is going for a good price and it has all the goodies like navi, upgraded wheels and the FE3 sport suspension suspension.

[@Kevin09210]

the v6 sounds so much better :)

[@AkonRobinho]

my dad is gonna buy me this in just a few weeks!

[@trey3ful]

Can you do a in-dept tour of the 2013 Toyota Avalon as well as the 2013 Lexus ES?

[@MarchettiAutomobili]

That exhaust sound is pretty nice! :o

[@DigableDude]

I'm impressed! nice job Caddy!