2017 Cadillac CT6 PHEV Launches In China
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The next chapter in Cadillac CT6 has launched in the China. The 2017 Cadillac CT6 PHEV has officially gone on sale in two variants and will provide even greater fuel savings with a combination of battery and gasoline power from a 2.0-liter LTG turbocharged four-cylinder.
When chugging along solely on electric power, the CT6 PHEV will go 30 miles, but 65 MPGe is estimated when combining petrol and battery power.
The Cadillac CT6 PHEV will also be fully charged after five hours or less when using a 220V charger.
Four transmission modes will be optional for the driver: all-electric drive, engine drive, hybrid drive and Regen on Demand. The Regen on Demand system can be further selected with one of three operating modes: Cruise, Sport and Hold.
Cruise is optimal for daily driving, while Sport mode sharpens steering and throttle input. Hold mode is made for long-distance highway driving, storing energy that can be used later under the Cruise mode in heavy urban traffic.
The CT6 will arrive in two variants, one priced at RMB 558,800 ($80,408) and RMB 658,800 ($94,798). The CT6 PHEV will make its way to North America in spring of 2017.
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Some people do a lot of moaning of how Cadillac’s CT6 is almost $60K and has a turbocharged 2.0L 4-cyl engine; but an article I read suggests this is the direction we’re headed for as the 2017 Porsche 718 Boxer S which has a top price of over $94K is powered by turbocharged 2.5L flat 4; thus, this also suggest that anyone who wants a V8 should order themselves a Camaro SS or 1LE.
I don’t see a problem with having a variety of engine choices.
At this price point and caliber of vehicle a client should be able to have choices including making a V8 available.
I still cannot wait to see how the new Escala design language is going to play out on future sedans, coupes, crossovers, and suvs.
It will be interesting. I like the current design more than I do Escala personally. However, the more I look at the Escala design, the more I think it might actually appeal to a broader audience. The current design is bold, while Escala is understated. I wouldn’t mind being seen driving an understated vehicle…but I’d prefer you know at first glance it’s a Cadillac.