• In its sophomore year, the Catera received several upgrades.
• The entry-luxury sedan continued to be powered by the 3-liter dual overhead cam V-6 mated to the 4L30-E electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
• New standard features included an upgrade to the Bosch ABS/ASP 5.3 anti-lock brake and traction control system.
  • The previous system controlled engine output to keep the engine from overpowering the tires on slippery roads.
  • The enhanced system added brake control to the two rear wheels.
  • If one wheel slipped, the system appled the brake to that wheel, transferring drive torque to the wheel that had more traction.
• Other new features included three additional exterior colors: Sky, Cocoa, and Platinum, as well as the radio that now featured Theftlock as a security measure.
• Power outlets were modified to better accommodate cell phones and other accessories. and the outlets retained power with the key off.
• Also new in the event of an accident that activated front airbags the interior lights came on and the doors unlocked automatically 15 seconds after deployment.
• In addition, a new airbag warning label was applied to the passenger visor.
• Catera now offered OnStar in-vehicle communications system as optional equipment.
• Also new on the option list was a Bose entertainment system that included an in-dash, single slot CD player, radio data system (RDS), weather band, and Theftlock theft deterrent system.
• The PDS function received Digital data in the form of traffic reports or emergency broadcasts that could be monitored any time. even breaking into a CD or cassette in play.

Model	Style Number	Body Type	Seating	Factory Price	Shipping Weight	Production Total
VR5	R69	4-door Sedan	5	29995	3770	N/A

Engine type	54-degree, dual overhead cam V-6
Block	Cast iron
Cylinder heads	aluminum
Displacement	181 cu. in (3.0 liters)
Bore & Stroke	3.40 x 3.40 in
Compression ratio	10.0:1
Brake horesepower	200 @ 6000 rpm
Torque	192 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm
Fuel supply	Variable Dual-Ram induction system

Wheelbase	107.4 in
Overall length	194.0 in
Height	56.3 in
Width	70.3 in
Front tread	59.3 in
Rear tread	59.8 in
Standard Tires	Goodyear Eagle RS-a P225/55HR16

Transmission	4L30-E electronically controlled four-speed automatic transmission with overdrive
Steering	Recirculating ball, speed sensitive
Front suspension	MacPherson strut, lower control arms w/hydro bushing, coil spring, and stabilizer bar, gas preloaded dampers
Rear suspension	Multi-link, coil spring and stabilizer bar, gas preloaded dampers
Brakes	dual circuit front and rar disc w/Bosch anti-lock braking system
Body construction	integral body-frame
Fuel tank	18.0 gal

Heated seats	$400
Bose sound system	$973
Electric Sunroof	$995
Power rear sunshade	$295
Five-Spoke Chrome Wheels	$795

May 12/00; March 8/03