The company will begin building the sedan in January, shipping the first units to showrooms for delivery by March. It will be built at the Detroit-Hamtramck Assembly plant, which currently serves as a primary production facility for the Chevrolet Volt and Cadillac ELR.
Pricing starts at $54,490 (including $995 freight) for the base trim, outfitted with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine that delivers 265 horsepower. Stepping up to the 335-horsepower 3.6-liter V6 with all-wheel drive brings the price to $56,490.
The top package is powered by an 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6, providing 400 horsepower and as many lb-ft of torque to all four wheels. The all-new engine carries a $8,900 premium, bringing the retail price up to $65,390.
GM is hoping the CT6′s rigid, lightweight chassis, active rear steering and available magnetic suspension will help the sedan compete with established German and Japanese luxury rivals. Other advanced features include a rear camera mirror and 34-speaker Bose ‘Panaray’ audio system.
The company promises to eventually add a plug-in hybrid powertrain, however pricing and a launch window remain unclear.
Live images by Brian Williams.
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