Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid

Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid is a Plug-in hybrid version of the Cadillac CT6, a full-size luxury vehicle produced by General Motors. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid was unveiled at the 2015 Shanghai Auto Show and was designed to compete with other luxury vehicles such as the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and the BMW 7 Series. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid was engineered by a team led by Travis Hester, the Executive Vice President of General Motors, and was manufactured at the SAIC-GM plant in Shanghai, China. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid was also showcased at the 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show and the 2017 Geneva Motor Show.

Introduction

The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid was introduced as a 2017 model and was available in several trim levels, including the Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid Premium Luxury and the Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid Platinum. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid was designed to provide a luxurious and environmentally friendly driving experience, with a range of up to 31 miles on electric power alone. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid was also equipped with a range of advanced safety features, including forward collision warning and lane departure warning, which were developed in partnership with Delphi Automotive and Bosch. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid was also recognized as one of the greenest vehicles of the year by the Green Car Journal and was awarded the Vincentric Best Value in America Award by Vincentric.

Design and Features

The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid features a sleek and aerodynamic design, with a drag coefficient of just 0.3, which was achieved through extensive testing at the General Motors Aerodynamics Laboratory and in partnership with NASA. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid also features a range of advanced infotainment and connectivity features, including an 8-inch touchscreen display and support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which were developed in partnership with Apple Inc. and Google. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid also features a range of premium materials and craftsmanship, including leather and wood trim, which were sourced from Italy and Germany. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid was also designed to provide a comfortable and quiet driving experience, with a range of advanced noise reduction features, including active noise control, which was developed in partnership with Harman International.

Powertrain and Performance

The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid is powered by a 2.0L turbocharged I4 engine and an electric motor, which provide a total system output of 335 horsepower and 432 lb-ft of torque. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid also features an 8-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive, which were developed in partnership with ZF Friedrichshafen and GKN Driveline. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid has a top speed of 150 mph and can accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 5.2 seconds, which is comparable to the Porsche Panamera and the Audi A8. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid also features a range of advanced regenerative braking features, which were developed in partnership with Continental AG and Bosch.

Safety and Technology

The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid features a range of advanced safety features, including forward collision warning and lane departure warning, which were developed in partnership with Delphi Automotive and Bosch. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid also features a range of advanced driver assistance systems, including adaptive cruise control and automatic parking, which were developed in partnership with Mobileye and Valeo. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid also features a range of advanced infotainment and connectivity features, including an 8-inch touchscreen display and support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, which were developed in partnership with Apple Inc. and Google. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid was also recognized as a Top Safety Pick+ by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety and was awarded the 5-star overall safety rating by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Production and Sales

The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid was produced at the SAIC-GM plant in Shanghai, China, and was available for sale in several countries, including the United States, China, and Canada. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid was priced from around $75,000 and was eligible for a range of tax credits and incentives, including the federal tax credit for plug-in electric vehicles and the California state rebate. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid was also recognized as one of the best electric vehicles of the year by the US News & World Report and was awarded the green car of the year award by the Green Car Journal. The Cadillac CT6 Plug-in Hybrid was also sold through a range of dealerships, including Cadillac of Beverly Hills and Cadillac of New York, which are owned by General Motors and Group 1 Automotive.

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