Cadillac’s $300,000 Celestiq EV prioritizes an opulent experience

Cadillac has lastly supplied extra particulars for the Celestiq, and it is evident the EV prioritizes luxurious over uncooked energy. The custom-built sedan is now identified to incorporate a dual-motor 600HP powertrain, all-wheel drive and a 111kWh Ultium battery pack. The mix delivers a 0-60MPH dash in 3.8 seconds with an estimated 300-mile vary. That makes it one of many quickest vehicles “within the section,” in accordance with Cadillac, referencing vehicles just like the Mercedes-Maybach S Class. It will not make Lucid Air or Tesla Mannequin S Plaid homeowners seethe with envy. As a substitute, the main target is on consolation — this can be one of many gentler-riding electrical vehicles you may discover.

The Celestiq combines the softness of adaptive air suspension (a well-recognized sight in luxurious vehicles) with the fast-reacting Magnetic Journey Management borrowed from the CT5-V Blackwing. A “Cadillac-first” Lively Roll Management system produces a extra secure experience throughout turns, whereas particular 23-inch wheels and tires promise each exact dealing with and fewer highway noise. There are nods to efficiency, equivalent to an energetic rear spoiler and “out-of-phase” rear steering that improves low-speed agility, however this machine is not meant for observe days.

As referenced in July, the inside is not-so-subtly meant to spoil drivers who’d in any other case spring for autos just like the Mercedes EQS. The 55-inch sprint show and variable-tint “good glass” roof stay the signature options, however you can too count on a 38-speaker AKG sound system with spatial audio, three exterior audio system and energetic noise cancellation to hush the surface world. You too can count on the previously-touted Extremely Cruise hands-free driving, 12.6-inch seatback passenger shows, elaborate LED lighting and a brand new digicam system that gives crash recording and theft detection. Google providers like Assistant, Maps and the Play Retailer are built-in.

The Celestiq is now anticipated to enter manufacturing in December 2023, with a value “north” of $300,000. Even moreso than the Hummer EV, that is aimed squarely at very rich patrons who need to make a press release — together with individuals who may need a chauffeur do the driving. You may have to show to the Lyriq if you’d like a comparatively accessible electrical Cadillac. GM can be making extra inexpensive Ultium-based EVs like Chevy’s upcoming Silverado pickup and Equinox SUV, so you are not not noted if the Celestiq and different fashions are properly past your finances.