Despite the disaster that was the “Caddy that Ziggs” (cough, not really, cough) Catera we’re actually pretty excited about this news. Cadillac has passed down the word that a rear drive four banger model is bound for U.S. sales. There’s a chance the car will come with forced induction, and odds are that the lower power numbers will result in a manual gear box. Turbo four sedan + third pedal = hooning glory. Well, maybe not glory, but at least a heaping amount of fun. Especially if the engine is a turbocharged EcoTec unit. The car will be positioned under the CTS and should hit show rooms by late 2010 as a 2011 model. Maybe by that time fuel prices will be so steep even hardcore Caddy lovers will see the benefit of a smaller displacement. See? Gas prices aren’t all bad. [Motor Authority]




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