WHAT ARE THE GEAR RATIOS IN THE CTS-V?
Gear-Ratio-MPH/1000-Max MPH 1st-2.97:1-6.9-45 2nd-2.07:1-9.9-65 3rd-1.43:1-14.4-93 4th-1.00:1-20.5-134 5th-0.84:1-24.5-159 6th-0.56:1-30.7-163 REV-3.28:1 Same 1-6 ratios as a Z06, but different than a regular C5 and F-bodies. Tremec T56 (M12) Type: six speed rear-wheel-drive, manual overdrive transmission Maximum engine torque: 400 lb-ft (542 Nm) Maximum validated gross vehicle weight: 4000 lb (1680 kg) Case material: aluminum Center distance: 85mm Fluid type: DEXRON III Transmission weight: wet: 54.9 kg (121 lb) Fluid capacity (approximate) dry: 3.8L (4.0 qt) *Combination of double-cone and triple-cone synchronizers on all forward gears. *Needle bearings on all forward gearsets *5th and 6th gear synchros located on countershaft (allowing selection of 5 & 6 without affecting 1 – 4) contributing to easier shifting.