Cadillac CTS-V

Base price: $91,685 As tested: $105,035 The base CTS is a very accomplished mid-size luxury sedan. Toss in a supercharged Corvette engine, massive race-bred Brembo brakes, Magnetic Ride Control suspension for the best ride/handling balance in the industry and watch German supersedan makers duck for cover.

We like: The 640 horsepower supercharged V8 engine, the Magnetic Ride Control and the fact that it’s all wrapped in sumptuous luxury.

Engine: 6.2L V8 Supercharged Power/Torque: 640 hp @ 6,400 r.p.m./630 lb.-ft. @ 3,600 r.p.m.

NRC ratings L/100 km: 16.6 city/11.1 hwy. (premium)

What’s best: World-class performance, on road or on track.

What’s worst: German car snobs might still turn up their noses at you.

Value for money: In this field,

absolute best.