Cadillac Catera. 1997–2001 (prod. 95,000 approx.). F/R, 2962 cm³ (V6 DOHC). Re-grilled Opel Omega MV6, and softened up dynamically. Well made, probably better than US Caddys. Sport model for 1999. Facelift for 2000 brought stiffer suspension for buyers who might want European handling, but it was a case of too little, too late. A good car, but failed to capture new customers for Cadillac.

Manufacturing location: Rüsselsheim, Germany

Marque: Cadillac | Successor: Cadillac CTS (2003–7)