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2013 Cadillac ATS

General Motors has debut the 2013 Cadillac ATS at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show, it is a American definition of compact luxury midsize sedan.

2013 Cadillac ATS is a light, luxurious, powerful and fuel-efficient sports car, it is Smaller than Cadillac CTS sedan. From the photos the new ATS features Cadillac’s latest Arts & Science styling with sharp creases and flowing lines. The headlights are jewel-like, while the taillight feature light pipes that complement the integrated LED rear spoiler. Dual chrome exhaust tips peek out from below the bumper, with the center-mounted backup light mounted between them.

Customer can choose three engine choices: a 200-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder, 270-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter engine or 318-hp 3.5-liter V6. The engine is equiped with a six-speed manual and automatic transmissions and all-wheel-drive are available.

According to the official, the first production will rolled down the line at the Lansing Grand River Assembly plant in Michigan just before Christmas. The 2013 ATS will launch as a sedan only, but coupe, convertible and wagon versions will be not rolled out recently. There will also be V-series versions.

The 2013 Cadillac ATS faces a challenge in becoming a player in the luxury compact segment: For example, BMW sold 93,000 of its outgoing 3 series last year in the U.S. The price  will start at $35,795, including destination charges.