THIS one’s not going to get here until the end of next year but should be well worth a look if you want something different.

Aug 18 2008 Peter Hayward

Cadillac is bringing over the estate version of the ‘razor edge’ CTS saloon - and it’s not a bad £28,000 worth.

It's called the Sport Wagon and, in size, it should equate to the BMW 5-Series Touring or the Audi A6 Avant.

The company says it has been designed to emulate the sporting character of the saloon - which is not among the best - despite the extra loadspace.

Engines should be the same as those in the saloon - a 210bhp 2.8 V6 and a 307bhp 3.6-litre V6.

But, apparently, there will be a new V6 diesel with more than 200bhp which is being developed specially for Europe.

Four-wheel-drive is slated as an option and gearboxes will include six-speed auto and manual.

Interior

Features likely to be included are 19-inch alloys, a big internal hard drive for storing music, sat nav and full leather.

A panoramic sunroof will also be an option.

FAST FACTS

Cadillac CTS Sport Wagon 2.8 V6

Price: £28,000

Mechanical: 210bhp, 2,792cc, 6cyl petrol engine driving rear wheels via 6spd manual gearbox

Max speed: 125mph

0-62mph: 10 secs

Combined mpg: 25

Insurance group: N/A

CO2 emissions: N/A

BiK rating: N/A

Warranty: 3yrs/ 60,000 miles, 6yrs anti-rust

Marks: 8/10

Main rival: BMW 5 Touring