Cadillac’s largest sedan, the 2017 CT6 introduces Cadillac’s first plug-in hybrid model following the disappointing ELR. The large CT6 plug-in hybrid is set to rival other electrified plug-in hybrid sedans, like the BMW 740e, Mercedes-Benz S 550e and Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid. We got to take a quick drive in the 2017 Cadillac CT6 plug-in hybrid and here are the five things we learned about the Cadillac’s latest electrified model:
5It’s a fuel efficient cruiser on the streets
In the past a large luxury sedan would generally be powered a large, gas guzzling V8, but times have changed. You can’t even get a V8 in the CT6 and the fact that a 2.0L turbocharged four-cylinder is an option is even more crazy. If you think that a four-cylinder hybrid powertrain is a mismatch for the large CT6, you’ll be surprised to hear that can reach 60 mph in only 5.2 seconds – that’s faster than a lot of “sports” cars and even then you can still average 62 mpg.
While the CT6 plug-in hybrid does manage to reach freeway speeds with ease, it isn’t really a sports sedan, but it doesn’t have to be. It’s lighter than its competition, can drive further in electric mode and with a $75,095 starting price, it’s cheaper than its German rivals.
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