Cadillac Celestiq Begins At Over $300,000: See How That Compares

The Cadillac Celestiq arrives because the marque’s new flagship EV, and the model hopes the mannequin reestablishes the corporate’s outdated motto of being the “Normal of the World.” When the Celestiq goes into manufacturing in December 2023, pricing begins “north of $300,000,” in accordance with the launch announcement.

Relying on how a buyer personalizes the machine, the associated fee may very well be even greater. That determine places the Celestiq up towards among the most opulent automobiles on the earth. To get a greater concept of what that worth will get you, take a look at the swanky sedan in our Cadillac Celestiq debut article.

There are just a few entries within the ultra-luxury EV phase to compete towards the Celestiq presently. The Cadillac has a projected output of 600 horsepower (447 kilowatts) and an estimated 300-mile vary. The Lucid Air is essentially the most direct comparability in the intervening time when it comes to positioning. On the high of its vary, there’s the Sapphire grade for $249,000. Compared to the Cadillac, this three-motor Lucid gives 1,200 hp (895 kW) and does not but have a variety estimate.

The desk beneath exhibits how the Celestiq’s worth compares to related automobiles. Hold studying for extra rivals:

Mercedes-Benz EQS

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Whereas it lacks the Celestiq’s handmade meeting, the Mercedes-Benz EQS additionally matches the position of an expensive electrical sedan with loads of room for 4 occupants. The AMG variant is the present range-topper, and it is in a position to make 751 hp (560 kW) and 752 lb-ft (1,020 Nm) throughout enhance mode. EPA-estimated vary numbers aren’t but accessible.

Mercedes can be engaged on the Maybach EQS SUV that prioritizes luxurious over efficiency. It must be much more costly than the AMG sedan.

Faraday Future FF 91

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Faraday Future seems to be rising from the brink of chapter. If every little thing goes effectively, then its FF 91 may very well be on sale earlier than the top of the yr. The car blends sedan, wagon, and crossover styling cues. Its powertrain produces 1,050 hp (783 kW) and has an EPA-estimated vary of 381 miles. Relying on the mannequin costs are $150,000 to $200,000. 

Bentley Flying Spur

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Whereas not an EV, it looks like Cadillac would really like the Celestiq to attraction to the identical consumers because the Bentley Flying Spur sedan, particularly the plug-in hybrid model. The mannequin has a twin-turbo 2.9-liter V6 making 536 hp (400 kW) and 553 lb-ft (750 Nm). The 18.0-kilowatt-hour (14.1-kWh usable) batter pack gives an estimated 25-mile vary.

Rolls-Royce Ghost

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Equally, Cadillac would possibly even hope that a number of potential Rolls-Royce Ghost clients go for a  Celestiq as an alternative. Each of them have a considerable amount of ending by hand. Nevertheless, the Rolls will not be but accessible as an EV or perhaps a PHEV. As a substitute, it boasts a twin-turbo 6.8-liter V12 making 563 hp (420 kW) and 627 lb-ft (850 Nm).

Rolls-Royce Spectre

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Rolls-Royce is engaged on an EV, however somewhat than a sedan, the British model opts for a coupe. We haven’t any pricing particulars for the mannequin, but. The hypothesis goes that it has over 600 hp.