Is the ATSL front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive?

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StNadia

07/29/25 11:06pm

ATSL is rear-wheel drive, and it is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine across the entire lineup. This engine has a maximum power output of 205 kilowatts and a maximum torque of 400 Newton-meters. The engine used in the ATSL features direct fuel injection technology and is constructed with an aluminum alloy cylinder head and block. The ATSL is a sporty mid-size sedan under the Cadillac brand, with an overall design style consistent with the standard wheelbase version. It features a wider front grille, and the small grille details within the mesh give it a very three-dimensional and dynamic appearance. In terms of body dimensions, the ATSL measures 4730mm in length, 1824mm in width, and 1421mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2860mm.

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DiSophie

08/16/25 1:07am

Driving a Cadillac ATS-L feels special because it's a rear-wheel-drive car. When you step on the gas to accelerate, you can clearly feel the body sink backward, especially when turning in the rain—extra attention to steering control is needed. I've driven my friend's front-wheel-drive car, which feels more stable, but the ATS-L's rear-wheel-drive gives a more thrilling push-back sensation. Rear-wheel-drive cars usually have a longitudinally mounted engine, so the engine bay is spacious, making it very clear when you pop the hood for repairs. However, you really need to be careful in snowy conditions—last winter, I experienced wheel spin when starting on a slope, and it was only resolved after switching to snow tires. The sporty performance of rear-wheel drive is indeed exhilarating, but daily maintenance requires more diligence.

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