Detroit 2013: Cadillac ELR

The new fuel-saving wonders of General Motors, the Cadillac ELR, has now been officially presented to the world public in Detroit. The car leans visually quite exactly to the design study Converj, which was introduced a few years ago. The wedge shape of the car is here to be generally the most striking design feature represents But otherwise, the new darling of the Americans to look pretty. Sweeping wheel arches, a snapping for air grille and plenty of chrome make for a dynamic appearance.

The drive concept the engineers how the GM brand colleagues at Opel Ampera or the Chevrolet Volt, an electric drive with a range-extender. This allows the vehicle rolling in. At first well 56 km all-electric before a 1.4-liter internal combustion engine switches on, which then, in conjunction with other electrical components for the required driving power. All in all, making the Caddy 210 hp and pushes the driver thanks to its powerful 400 Nm of torque in the seats. The lithium-ion battery pack has a capacity of 16.5 kWh. In about 4.5 hours, this should then be fully loaded. Cadillac indicates that the owner of the ELR can thus go on an approximately 480-kilometer journey.

Using an app for PC and Smartphone, the driver can then check the condition of the batteries and control other vehicle functions. In-car environment itself provides the proprietary operating concept CUE (Cadillac User Experience) the driver with important information. When stepping into the cabin passengers of any amount will be flattered leather and wood trim. In early 2014, the market in the U.S. is provided. A little later, should the electric coupe will be available in Europe and China. Whether and when exactly the vehicle is in Germany at the start is not yet known.

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Detroit 2013: Cadillac ELR 2013-01-18T18:46:00-08:00 Rating: 4.5 Diposkan Oleh: Bolets