Car Clash: 2014 Cadillac ELR vs. Chevy Volt
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After more leaks than an old watering pail, Cadillac has finally told all on the 2014 ELR.
As expected, the extended-range Caddy will utilize the Voltec powertrain, and yes — it will be more powerful (and heavier) than the Chevy Volt. The ELR will also contain a more capable suspension system when compared to the Volt (HiPer Strut in the front, Z-Link in the rear) while incorporating a high-quality interior comprised of cut-and-sew accented leather with sueded microfiber, chrome, wood and available carbon fiber finishes. But the Caddy is also likely to cost more than the Chevy that kicked off the extended-range Voltec program. So, which one do you pick?
Cast your vote in the poll and sound off in the comments just below.
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The Volt reigns supreme. Juat give it three-across seating and an entry-level
model.
At nine inches longer, two-and-a-half inches wider than Volt – with 80 less miles
en-total range between fillup/plugin, I can’t see the $20,000 markup. ELR
still isn’t going to be considered a performance coupe at 8 sec. 0-60…
The ELR has all the wrappings of a slick coupe with eco cred
for the retiree who spends a lot of time playing golf. Electric cupholders
do not impress me. What would impress me is more Voltec
in platforms people actually NEED, like a CUV, 5 passenger sedan
and mid-size/fullsized pickup trucks.
Higher efficiency in the battery pack is a must, and give me
more, not less efficiency for a higher pricetag. At ELR’s price
an entry-level Tesla Model S makes tons more sense in
every category – performance, seating, style and
using the least amount of foreign crude oil possible.
I agree, but I think the ELR is a great move by GM, its going to make them alot of money, probably 10k per car.
The acceleration is off by about a second of where I thought it needed to be. Everything else is fine. I don’t think it is right to expect a Caddy to have better Eco than a Chevy. Just like Lexus does not offer better Eco than a Toyota. It should offer better performance and luxury and that’s what it does. I just wish it was a little more on the performance.
@ Babersher – Yes, but first they must sell them. The ELR is a small coupe with
even less rear seat space than an already cramped Volt.
The mid-level Tesla Model S with 230 mile All Electric Range will run $56-59,000 and the lowest-level Model S will undercut the ELR.
The Model S seats 5 comfortably with loads of cargo space in the frunk ( front trunk ), and even has optional kid’s seats for the rear hatch area to increase seating to 7.
Model S is a stunning design with classic cues and 0-60 times humbling ELR.
Both are made in USA so why would anyone buy the ELR? It’s actually no contest.
ELR was given a GO by GM to stretch out production at Hamtramck where it’ll roll
down the line with Volts, Amperas and overflow Malibu production. With Ford’s
Energis coming online to reduce Volt sales – there has to be more on that
line to avoid further plant shutdowns as we saw in ’12. It’s not gonna work
because the audience for ELR is just to small and limited – mark my words.
ELR needed something more than a flashy interior to stand out. It either needed
much better 0-60 or extended AER. Sadly, as much as I love Voltec and EREVs,
ELR stands clearly to be another Chrysler Crossfire.
Here are suggestions for the ELR:
RWD
Lighter weight possibly use more carbon
Smaller but more powerful turbo engine
Flat battery instead of T-shaped for stiffness