2002
Cadillac Cien Concept
Its
powerful presence launches Cadillac into its second century of technology and
innovation. It's the 750 hp mid-engine Cadillac Cien concept car. This two-seat
luxury super car has revved up consumers and critics alike, earning Cadillac
the Best Concept Car Award from AutoWeek at the 2002 North American
International Auto Show in Detroit.
Cien
which means 100 in Spanish, has a low, sleek appearance, inspired by the latest F-22 Stealth fighter
aircraft. The dramatic silhouette is accentuated by Cadillac's characteristic
crisp edged feature line that runs the length of the body.
The
cabin features high-tech structural materials and Cadillac's leading-edge
technologies, including Night Vision and StabiliTrak, Additionally, the
interior of the Cien features a digital instrument display relaying all of the
vehicle's functions, including diagnostics and satellite navigation, to the
driver.
Cien's
7.5 liter, V12 powerplant is a new concept engine from GM Powertrain named the
Northstar XV12. The all-aluminum, dual overhead cam (DOHC) four-valve V12
engine generates 750 horsepower and 450 lb.-ft. of torque and features GM's
Displacement on Demand technology, which allows the engine to run seamlessly on
six cylinders at times to maximize fuel savings.
Cien
is fitted wîth a semi-automatic transmission, controlled by Formula 1-inspired
column-mounted electronic paddles.
The
cabin features high-tech structural materials and Cadillac's leading-edge
technologies: Night Vision, OnStar, StabiliTrak, and Últrasonic Rear Parking
Assist.
The
same emphasis on bold, trend-setting design that has set Cadillac apart in the
past is the essence of the Cien and Cadillac as it enters its second 100 years.
