Overview & Reviews

The 2014 Cadillac ELR is an all-new plug-in hybrid coupe.

• Low monthly fuel cost.
• Luxurious interior accommodates drivers of all sizes
• Bold, contemporary styling

• Frustrating CUE interface.
• Tight backseat
• Big price tag
• Small trunk with narrow opening
• Noisy gasoline engine

User Reviews:

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  Wow - Get One If You Can Find One - 2014 Cadillac ELR
  By BigW - November 6 - 5:34 pm

  Id never bought an electric car before, so I researched the heck out of this thing before I bought it. I probably read every review and watched every video review out there. Then I went out and drove the car. Going in, I expected it to be very much a mixed bag, with some big compromises I might be able to live with given the heavily discounted price. What I found instead was an absolutely stellar car that just didnt fit the conventional narrative and has really slipped through the cracks. Is it a modern sports car? No. But it has plenty of power, nice handling, etc. The disconnect between what some reviewers said and the cars actual performance was breathtaking. In the kind of driving we all do in the real world, it will give you absolutely nothing to complain about. It looks like it ought to be able to take on a Porsche 911 and it isnt that fast, but that is the only way in which the driving dynamics will disappoint you. Is it a eco-warrior statement car? No. No one will actually realize that you are driving something that is better for the environment than a Prius. So people who want to wear that on their sleeves will hate it because it doesnt make an eco-statement. Also, it is far too plush and luxurious to give off that "Im sacrificing for the good of the planet" vibe. Is it a traditional luxury car? Not really. It is much more sporty and nimble than a traditional luxury car. The ride is smooth and well-composed, not floaty at all. However, the interior is all luxury car, and the levels of quiet are better than any luxury car Ive ever seen. What it really is, is a car purpose-built for the real and relatively uninteresting driving we actually do in the real world. You dont need a huge V8 to putter along in commuter traffic. You dont need a bone-crushing suspension that handles well but beats you up every mile when you only see those twisty car commercial roads in car commercials. In the real world, quiet matters. In the real world, power matters but only up to a point. In the real world, handling and ride quality need to be thoughtfully balanced. In the real world, you shouldnt waste gas getting to work, even when it is cheap. The ELR does every one of those things well, all while looking absolutely amazing. Yes, the backseat is tiny. Yes, it should not have sold for $80k initially. But that is about as far as the legitimate criticisms go. With gas prices low, these things are selling for absolutely absurd prices. They are very rare, so finding one can be a challenge. But if you land one, you will end up with an amazing bargain.

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  The Ultimate Commuter Car - 2014 Cadillac ELR
  By profrob - October 30 - 12:33 am

  The ELR makes my commute so much nicer. It is quiet, it is smooth, it has an amazing sound system, and its economical. Without too much effort, I can make my 40 mile round trip on electric only. This isnt a fun car you want to rip up mountain roads in thats not what its designed to do. Its designed to cart you around town in a quiet, luxurious cocoon that is still responsive and fun to drive. Having the engine backup is vital. Theres no way I could do an EV with less than 100 miles of range without being constantly paranoid that Id run out of juice. The ELR solves that problem. You can milk the batteries for all theyve got, then the motor kicks in to keep you going.

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  ELR beats Tesla S hands down!! - 2014 Cadillac ELR
  By rowley123 - June 13 - 8:08 am

  I wanted a luxury electric car and thought Tesla was the way to go UNTIL I saw the CADILLAC ELR. This car is the way to go if you are looking for a high end electric car that is fun to drive and practical. The all electric cars concerned me since you HAD to plan a long distance trip around charging. The ELS, however has a 9 gallon gas tank there to power the generator to make more electricity- how awesome is that!!! (It is NOT a hybrid with a gasoline engine). My only fault is with the rear seat size - but lets face it, the population that drives an ELR is not running kids to dance lessons - you are way past that! (or have a mini van for the "family car".)