Cadillac ELR first generation

Cadillac ELR first generation
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The Cadillac ELR first generation (2014–2016): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 3 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: Delta II, Voltec · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,720 mm TC4,724 mm
Width1,850 mm TC1,847 mm
Height1,420 mm TC1,420 mm
Wheelbase2,690 mm TC2,695 mm
Front track1,580 mm TC–
Rear track1,590 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,837–1,846 kg TC1,846 kg
Seats and space
Boot space–255 L
Luggage space (EPA)311 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,350 L EPA–
Performance
Torque–400 Nm
Electric motor power117–174 kW NRCan–
Electric
Battery capacity (usable)–16.5–17.1 kWh
Charging time at 240 V5.0 h EPA–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, fr, pl), US EPA fuel economy data, Natural Resources Canada. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

21 complaints for model years 2014–2016. 1 crash · 1 injury

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 3 versions of the Cadillac ELR first generation

United States 1 version

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2014–2016PHEV1.4 LPlug-in hybridContinuously variable (CVT)Front-wheel drive30–33 MPG (7.1–7.8 L/100 km) EPA57–65 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂Electric range
2016Subcompact1.4 LPlug-in hybridContinuously variable (CVT)7.4–7.8 L/100 km 5-cycle57–65 g/km58–64 km
2014Compact1.4 LPlug-in hybridContinuously variable (CVT)7.2 L/100 km 5-cycle50 g/km59 km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.