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Rumormill: Cadillac Volt coming to Detroit?
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Through some circumstantial evidence, "rumblings" and tea leave-reading, Autoweek has come to the conclusion that General Motors may unveil a new Cadillac model at the Detroit Auto Show powered by the Chevrolet Volt's range-extending hybrid powertrain.
Rumors of a Caddy-badged Volt have been circulated since earlier this year, with Bob Lutz and other GM execs hinting at the possibility of new hybrid model joining the Cadillac line-up. Lutz told reports back in September that "there's definitely room" for an eco-conscious Caddy and that "there's going to have to be some kind of dramatic environmental statement" from GM's luxury brand. So what form could it take?
Opel and Vauxhall versions of the Volt are already planned, but a Cadillac variant would likely be a small- to mid-size crossover. Just such a vehicle is slated to arrive in the second quarter of 2009 – the next generation SRX -- inspired by the Provoq concept unveiled earlier this year. While the Volt is supposed to carry a price tag of around $40,000, the range-extended, plug-in hybrid CUV from Cadillac would be priced significantly higher, and that could help GM recoup some of the costs associated with the Volt's advanced drivetrain development. We'll know for sure in a few weeks time.
Gallery: Cadillac Provoq Fuel Cell Concept
[Source: Autoweek]
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
arturo 8:07PM (12/18/2008)
so when is the volt coming out anyways! for now the only volt I know is a dog who apparently has superpowers but in the real world it has none. I hope this doesn't happen to chevy's volt.
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Andre 8:26PM (12/18/2008)
LOL, That's Bolt the super dog not Volt
Sea Urchin 8:26PM (12/18/2008)
I have to say that if done right this could really pay off. I think Volt has a chance to be a good car, but more importantly this car (if priced accordingly) has a chance to enter a relatively competition free area, luxury, stylish CUVs that are hybrids, dimonated by Lexus 400h, which is pretty much the only car in the segment. I think GM should hit those segments now where competition is small, like Camaro, which is going head to head with Challenger and Mustang............but that is a field that has no Hondas, Toyotas and Nissans (for now)
Verytuscan 8:08PM (12/18/2008)
Looks like a Saturn Vue to me.
Thank you OPEL!
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arturo 8:11PM (12/18/2008)
well maybe because it might be base on the same platform Fonsie. Just like the Escalade and Tahoe and many others.
happy_penguin 8:15PM (12/18/2008)
I see that you're not only stupid but blind as well.
Conundrum 8:16PM (12/18/2008)
If it is Theta based, the Saturn VUE dual mode hybrid system should be an option too.
sk 8:24PM (12/18/2008)
Conundrum, it is not Theta based. It is a Theta II platform which is based on the Epsilon II architecture. It has more in common with the new Opel Insignia than with the Opel Antara/Saturn Vue CUV. The only other CUV that will share this platform is SAAB's upcoming 9-4.
dinnercoat 8:23PM (12/18/2008)
This would actually make sense and be good for the environment as rich folk who would normally start/shut-off their Caddy Escalades cold to grab a bottle of Perrier from the store 1 mile away, can now instead do so in a Caddy Volt (or as I suggest they name it, the Voltàge cos it you know, sounds upscale) and not burn any gas!
-warning-
This was a silly post made out of boredom. If you were offended in anyway by this post, experts suggest that you re-evaluate your life and moral compass.
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Michael 7:31AM (12/19/2008)
I love Perrier...
Torrent 8:33PM (12/18/2008)
Good, so maybe people won't get mad over paying 40K for one.
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Franz 8:36PM (12/18/2008)
You beat me to it. lol
why not the LS2LS7? 9:30PM (12/18/2008)
I won't. Although I don't want a crossover, I want a sedan or wagon.
Temple 9:48PM (12/18/2008)
$40,000? Hope that's inaccurate. Almost sounds like they put the "Cadillac" badge on it just so it can charge the insane price. Its like the Cadillac Cimarron/Chevrolet Cavalier all over again.
Dr. Nick 8:36PM (12/18/2008)
Cimarron City!
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Gary 9:46PM (12/18/2008)
WHY do people keep bringing that name up? Nobody cares. That's over 20 years ago now.
Auari 8:40PM (12/18/2008)
I think this idea is a real smart move, on the other hand the Volt...... stupid.
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Craig 5:23AM (12/19/2008)
Can you give some reasons as to why you think (or don't) think the Volt is a silly idea?
RayJ 8:50PM (12/18/2008)
DUH! There is a reason Cadillac used to premier all new technology from GM...because their customers can afford it and Cadillac gets the good press. To be honest this should have come out first. Then the Volt could be priced lower than the proposed $40 profitably.
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geo.stewart 8:51PM (12/18/2008)
tea-leave? really?
either tea-leaf or tea-leaves. I suppose this is similar to the latest phenomonon of typing 'of' instead of 'have' that seems to be cropping up more and more.
Is this a screwed on phonics side effect?
I'm done with my little rant now. i feel better.
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