Cadillac ELR (Converj)

[NigelM]

But it's still only a hybrid....basically a sexier Volt. I understand why the traditional auto makers are going in that direction but when (real) EV's become more mass market a car that runs 40 miles on batteries is going to look pitiful. I spoke to a number of people this weekend looking at the Model S and it is being viewed as a real alternative to a mid-market family car; sure it's more expensive than most "family cars" but people were seriously talking about being able to charge it for less than the cost of one gallon of gas and how it would be worth the trade off to pay more upfront.

 

[doug]

Cadillac ELR: More Details On How the Volt Will Become a Caddy (Hint: More Power)

 

[vfx]

Cadillac ELR: More Details On How the Volt Will Become a Caddy (Hint: More Power)

The Volt should have been a Cadillac all along. Top down like Tesla. Justify the cost.

 

[doug]

The Volt should have been a Cadillac all along. Top down like Tesla. Justify the cost.

Perhaps. That decision was likely made for political reasons.

 

[ManuVince]

Some fresh news about the ELR :
Camouflaged Cadillac ELR spotted on the road

 

[dpeilow]

Cadillac ELR Production Scheduled To Begin Late 2013

 

[doug]

This car is an easy win.

 

[AnOutsider]

Looks like a real unveil on January 15th:

Cadillac to reveal 2014 ELR electric coupe on January 15th

 

[dpeilow]

New Cadillac ELR Information

 

[dpeilow]

Teaser

2014 Cadillac ELR (Gallery Photo #8)

Rumour is a 120kW (160 bhp) motor.

This is a leak:

2014 Cadillac ELR First Photos | Car Style Blog

 

[doug]

Looking good.

 

[qwk]

I wonder what the price will be? That dash and center screen is so 10 years ago, compared to the S.

 

[doug]

I wonder what the price will be? That dash and center screen is so 10 years ago, compared to the S.

I think it looks classic meets high tech. Seems nicely integrated to me. Price is rumors to be around $55K. I guess we find out tomorrow.

 

[AnOutsider]

Interior doesn't "grab" me, but interested in hearing all the details.

 

[AnOutsider]

The lithium-ion battery pack is refined (read: a bit lighter) versus the Volt's unit, though basically the same, and the ELR has the same 1.4-liter gasoline engine for use as a range-extender, as well. Total electric-only range for the car is estimated at 35 miles (the Volt gets 37); recharging takes about 12 hours on a 120v charger, and about 4.5 hours on a 240v charging station.

Why such a long recharge time for such a short distance battery?

 

[dpeilow]

2014 Cadillac ELR is making green sexy in Detroit

Because it's a 16A charger like the Volt. Disappointing they didn't go to 32, but it's rarely a problem for me.

 

[yobigd20]

I wonder what the price will be? That dash and center screen is so 10 years ago, compared to the S.

According to this article, the Cadillac ELR will be between $60,000-$70,000. http://washpost.bloomberg.com/Story?docId=1376-MGH9GQ1A1I4H01-0CRB5GD4HGO2KTSORL6PT0NEDQ

Sorry, but $70k for a car that has only a 35-mile range 16kWh lithium-ion battery (same size as Volt) AND it still uses gas too? ... it'll flop worse than the Volt.

Unfortunately that article also called Tesla an 'unprofitable luxury electric-car start-up' ... I guess it's technically true so far, but not long term.

 

[Al Sherman]

So basically, it's a really nice looking Volt?

 

[brianman]

So basically, it's a really nice looking Volt?

Sounds like the Karma business model.

 

[SoCalGuy]

Other articles have hinted at $55K price point in which case this is a slam dunk. The luxury appointments and features go beyond what people expect at that price point, its got great styling AND its electric. Slam dunk. I'll be in line for one at that price. I agree, though, if the price point is materially higher, then value proposition just isn't there. Kudos to Cadillac/GM for the ELR - the Volt was a great car and this takes it a step further.