2014 Cadillac ELR review
Cadillac ELR highlights
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Pros
- Sharp, eye-catching styling
- Spacious cabin
- Frugal powertrain
Cons
- Gasoline engine can be rather loud
- Trunk can be difficult to access
- CUE interface is tricky to understand
Battery range (EPA estimate)
37 miles
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Cutting-edge powertrain in a sleek coupe body
The 2014 Cadillac ELR offers an appealing mix of luxury coupe and frugal plug-in hybrid. It’ll look great parked on your driveway, and you’ll love sitting inside the comfortable, premium interior. Behind the wheel, you’ll appreciate the zippy acceleration from the hybrid unit, as well as the minimal amount of trips to the pumps you’ll make. Throw in a strong mix of standard features and equipment, and the 2014 Cadillac ELR is a versatile vehicle that deserves your attention.
All Cadillac ELR years
- 2016
- 2014
5 reasons to buy the 2014 Cadillac ELR
1. Eye-catching coupe body
If you walk past the 2014 Cadillac ELR in the street, you’ll probably turn around and take a second look. It’s a sleek and stylish large coupe, with the nose showcasing the trademark Cadillac front grille and headlight design. This is the kind of car that comes with a large dose of curb appeal, so expect to turn heads on the street as you drive past.
2. Premium cabin
That sleek exterior gives way to a roomy cabin full of premium touches. There’s seating for up to four passengers, with front-seat occupants enjoying 42.9 inches of legroom, while those in the back get 33.6 inches. There are numerous styling touches, such as doors adorned with multilayered leather and suede, and a sleek dashboard design. You and your passengers will also appreciate the numerous creature comforts included as standard, like dual-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, and leather upholstery.
3. Clever and frugal powertrain
The 2014 ELR provides the ideal balance between performance and everyday versatility. Th hybrid powertrain consists of an electric motor outputting 157 horsepower, a lithium-ion battery pack, and a 1.4L four-cylinder gasoline engine producing 84 horsepower. This system works together to provide punchy acceleration for zipping through traffic, while also achieving an impressive EPA-estimated 82 MPGe combined.
4. Lots of standard features
The 2014 Cadillac ELR has a generous list of standard features and tech equipment that you and your passengers will love. Kit you'll find on every 2014 ELR includes Bluetooth® phone connectivity, the Cadillac User Experience™ (CUE) infotainment system with an eight-inch touchscreen display, a navigation system, and a ten-speaker Bose® sound system. Alongside the aforementioned comfort features, you’re sure to enjoy every mile in luxury and style.
5. Numerous driver convenience features
As part of that stacked list of standard features, the 2014 ELR also provides a great selection of driver convenience technologies for maximum peace of mind behind the wheel. Included as standard are front and rear parking sensors, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and the OnStar® emergency communications system.
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Ratings & reliability
Customer ratings
4.2 out of 5
10 customer reviews| 5 Stars | 6 |
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| 4 Stars | 2 |
| 3 Stars | 1 |
| 2 Stars | 0 |
| 1 Star | 1 |
Cadillac ELR features and specs
Base 2WD 2D Coupe
Standard Features
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- BOSE Sound System
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Automated Cruise Control
- Blind Spot Monitor
- CD Audio
Drive Wheels
Front wheel drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.4L
Horsepower
84
Torque (ft-lbs)
295
Engine type
Plug-in Hybrid
Fuel capacity
9.3
Wheelbase
106.1"
Overall length
186"
Width
72.7"
Height
55.9"
Leg room
F 42.2"/R 33.6"
Head room
F 36.9"/R 34.7"
Front tires
P245/40R20
Rear tires
P245/40R20
Seating capacity
4
Transmission
Automatic
2014 Cadillac ELR FAQ
The 2014 Cadillac ELR Base offers 31 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway + battery range of 37 miles. It is important to remember factors such as driving style, weather conditions, and the use of features such as Eco mode can impact fuel efficiency.
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