Basic Specs

Base FromTBA
Unveiling 2009 Detroit auto show
Availability Expected 2014
Status In Development
Engine Range-extended electric
Body Style Coupe
Segment Luxury High-Performance Exotic Sport Electric
Size Compact
By Mark Kleis
Wednesday, Aug 17th, 2011 @ 5:45 pm

Cadillac wooed the world with a gorgeous concept at the 2009 Detroit Auto Show when it pulled the sheets from the Converj concept, only to later confirm the model would not head into production in 2010.

Luckily for Cadillac and EV enthusiasts everywhere, the folks at General Motors’ luxury brand had a change of heart, today confirming that a production version of the Converj concept is coming in the form of the Cadillac ELR.

While GM did officially confirm the ELR today, it also clarified that “development of the ELR is just underway, so details on performance, price and timing will be announced later.” While we may not have specs, we do know that the car is intended to offer a true performance and luxury experience, befitting of the Cadillac brand.

(More after video)

What is known, however, is that the ELR will find motivation from T-shaped lithium ion battery, an electric drive unit, and a four-cylinder engine-generator – like the Chevrolet Volt. Although the ELR will utilize a Voltec powertrain, it is expected that Cadillac will utilize a newer, more powerful version that is more befitting of a luxury performance coupe, possibly known as the Voltec 1.5.

Cadillac did not indicate when the ELR will come to market, but don’t expect its arrival any sooner than a late 2013 model year – at best.

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