Cadillac 2014 ELR Electric Coupe

Cadillac unveils the 2014 ELR the sleek luxury coupe features the first application of Extended Range Electric Vehicle technology by a full-line luxury automotive brand.The ELR delivers on the promise of the Converj Concept on which it is based. The exterior establishes a new, progressive proportion for the brand while the interior introduces a new design theme that will define future Cadillac models, emphasizing modern elegance, technology and precisely crafted details.

Industry-leading Extended Range Electric Vehicle (EREV) technology provides full driving range exceeding 300 miles (480 km), combining pure electric driving and an efficient, range-extending generator.The industry-leading, proven EREV technology is uniquely tuned for Cadillac in the ELR. Most daily commutes will require zero gasoline with zero emissions.The new Cadillac makes good use of the basic running gear from the Chevrolet Volt, including the 1.4-liter range-extending gas engine, a 15.6-kWh lithium-ion battery pack, and an electric drive motor that offers 295 pound-feet of torque, and a total system output of 207 horsepower.

Specifications :

Model : 2014 Cadillac ELR
Type : Rechargeable energy storage system comprising multiple linked modules
Battery chemistry :  Lithium-ion
Energy : 16.5-kWh
Type : 1.4L DOHC I-4
Displacement (cu in / cc) : 85.3 / 1398
Bore & stroke (in / mm): 2.89 x 3.25 / 73.4 x 82.6
Output (kW / hp @ rpm) : 63 / 84 @ 4800
Max engine speed (rpm) : 4800
Type : Electric, two-wheel, front-drive
120 V (travel charger) : About 12hours (actual charge times may vary)
240 V (charging station) : About 4.5 hours (actual charge times may vary)
Top speed (mph) :100

The ELR is powered by GM EREV technology, combining pure electric drive and an efficient, range-extending 1.4L gasoline-powered electric generator capable of 154 kW (207 hp) of total system power.The ELR's battery is a T-shaped, 16.5 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, located along the center line of the vehicle, between the front and rear wheels for optimal weight distribution. The 5.5-foot-long (1.6 m), 435-pound (198 kg) pack supplies energy to an advanced electric drive unit capable of 295 lb.-ft. of instant torque (400 Nm) to propel the vehicle.Using only the energy stored in the battery, the ELR will deliver a GM-estimated range of about 35 miles (56 km) of pure electric driving, depending on terrain, driving techniques and temperature.Charging the ELR's battery can be done with a 120V electrical outlet or a dedicated 240V charging station. The vehicle can be completely recharged in about 4.5 hours using a 240V outlet, depending on the outside temperature.