Andy_Bangle Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 This car shares it's underpinning with the Opel/Vauxhall Ampera, Chevrolet Volt in the US. Don't expect to see it over here. Still, it looks better than the Leaf so that's a plus. “The ELR is an unprecedented combination of luxury, advanced engineering and progressive design in a coupe that is both sporty and environmentally friendly”, said Cadillac global vice president Bon Ferguson. “This is a pivotal moment in Cadillac’s history.” Measuring 4,724 mm (186.0 in) in length, 1,847 mm (72.7 in) in width and 1,420 mm (55.9 in) in height, the ELR is longer, wider and shorter than the Volt and, at 2,965 mm (106.1 in), it has a slightly longer wheelbase. Its hybrid powertrain comprises of a 16.5 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, a naturally-aspirated 84HP 1.4-liter gasoline engine that functions as a generator and two electric motors with a combined output of 181HP. While its 207HP maximum output isn’t exactly earth-moving, Cadillac claims that the 295 lb-ft (400 Nm) of torque, which are instantly available, is 12 percent more than the 3.6-liter V6 in the SRX crossover. The ELR will hit the 60 mph (96 km/h) mark from a standstill in “around 8 seconds” and reach a top speed 100 mph (160 km/h). It has an all-electric, zero-emissions range of 35 miles (56 km) while, when the gasoline motor kicks in, this is extended to 300 miles (480 km), so there are no worries about finding a charging station. Although the suspension layout is, by necessity, the same as the Volt’s, the wide front and rear tracks that measure 1,578 and 1,585 mm (62.1.62.4 in) respectively, the use of aluminum in the HiPer strut front suspension with hydraulic ride bushings, the CDC electronically controlled dampers and the 20-inch alloy wheels promise a more sporting drive. The Cadillac ELR will enter production in late 2013 and go on sale in the beginning of 2014. The company hasn’t announced official pricing yet, but estimates bring it close to US$60,000. Car & Driver contributing editor Csaba Csere had a chance to take a closer look at the ELR and talk to the people who created it. You can watch the very informative video, along with Cadillac’s promo clip, right after the break. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiser647 Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 Drop the batteries and fit a decent engine, as that coupe looks fab! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tipex Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 Where does the 207HP figure come from? It says the combined output of the two electric motors is 181HP, and the petrol engine isn't connected to the wheels? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy_Bangle Posted January 15, 2013 Author Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 Where does the 207HP figure come from? It says the combined output of the two electric motors is 181HP, and the petrol engine isn't connected to the wheels? God, make me read the press release again ... the 181HP is wrong, it should read 207. The ELR is powered by GM EREV technology, combining pure electric drive and an efficient, range-extending 1.4L gasoline-powered electric generator capable of 154 kW (207 hp) of total system power. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merlot Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 Struggling to comment on this one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tipex Posted January 15, 2013 Report Share Posted January 15, 2013 So does the 207HP figure include the petrol engine that is used as a generator? If so, that means the power available at the wheels is going to be significantly lower. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theduisbergkid Posted January 17, 2013 Report Share Posted January 17, 2013 I can see why Caddy don't sell anything over here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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