Cadillac Seville Models & History 2000
argely unchanged in outward appearance, Seville returned for 2000 with its two-sedan lineup:
- Seville Luxury Sedan (SLS)
- Seville Touring Sedan (STS)
2000 Seville
Like DeVille and Eldorado, however, their dual-overhead-cam 4.6-liter Northstar V-8s were significantly refined for improved smoothness and quieter operation as well as better mileage using regular fuel.
Horsepower ratings were among the highest in their class with 275 for the SLS and 300 for the STS.
Targeted by Cadillac to impact the global luxury-sedan market, Sevilles were veritable gadget-laden showcases of American automotive technology.
Standard were improved versions of both StabiliTrak and Cadillac’s Continuously Variable Road-Sensing Suspension (CVRSS) which, in combination with Magnasteer variable-assist, speed-sensitive power rack and pinion steering and the road-texture detection system, greatly enhanced vehicle performance, and passenger safety.
New for 2000 was a system to prevent deployment of the front-passenger air bag if the seat was empty or occupied by a small child.
Also new was an ultrasonic rear parking assist and GM’s advanced three-button OnStar communications service.
Performance Algorithm Shifting (PAS) allowed the four-speed automatic transmission to perform more like a manual transmission under spirited driving conditions.
Inside, Sevilles were even more luxurious than before with leather, optional Zebrano wood, improved interior storage, and advanced sound system, seats using inflatable air cells to adjust for comfort and support, and even optional massaging lumbar seats in the STS.
ENGINE
Feature | SLS | STS |
Engine type | 90° dual overhead cam Northstar V-8 | |
Construction | Aluminum block, cast iron cylinder liners, aluminum cylinder heads | |
Valves | 32 | |
Displacement | 4.6 liters | |
Bore & stroke | 93mm x 84mm | |
Compression ratio | 10.0:1 | |
Power | 205 kW @ 5600 rpm | 224 kW @ 6000 rpm |
Torque | 407 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 400 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
Valve lifters | Direct acting hydraulic tappets | |
Fuel supply | Tuned port fuel injection |
DRIVETRAIN
- Transmission : 4T80-E electronically controlled four-speed automatic overdrive
- Steering : Power-assisted rack-and-pinion, Magnasteer.
- Front Suspension : Independent MacPherson strut-type with coil springs, stabilizer bar, and electronic continuously variable road sensing suspension.
- Rear Suspension : Independent, multi-link, aluminum control arms, lateral toe links, coil springs, staabilizer bar w/automatic level control, StabiliTrak and electronic continuously variable road sensing suspension.
- Brakes : power front and rear disc w/four-channel anti-lock braking system and road texture detection
- Body Construction : Integral body-frame
- Fuel tank : 70.0 liters
CHASSIS
Feature | DeVille & D’Elegance | Sixty Special |
Wheelbase | 281mm | 295mm |
Overall length | 514mm | 512mm |
Height | 140mm | 140mm |
Width | 182mm | 182mm |
Front Tread | 153mm | 153mm |
Rear Tread | 152mm | 152mm |
Standard Tires | Michelin P205/70R14 | P205/70R14 |
OPTIONS
PHOTOS
2000 Cadillac Seville STS