The Cadillac Celestiq arrives because the marque’s new flagship EV, and the model hopes the mannequin reestablishes the corporate’s previous motto of being the “Normal of the World.” When the Celestiq goes into manufacturing in December 2023, pricing begins “north of $300,000,” based on the launch announcement.
Relying on how a buyer personalizes the machine, the associated fee could possibly be even larger. That determine places the Celestiq up in opposition to a few of the most opulent automobiles on the earth. To get a greater concept of what that value 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 in opposition to the Celestiq presently. The Cadillac has a projected output of 600 horsepower (447 kilowatts) and an estimated 300-mile vary. The Lucid Air is probably the most direct comparability for the time being by way of positioning. On the high of its vary, there’s the Sapphire grade for $249,000. Compared to the Cadillac, this three-motor Lucid provides 1,200 hp (895 kW) and would not but have a variety estimate.
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The desk beneath reveals how the Celestiq’s value compares to comparable automobiles. Maintain studying for extra rivals:
| Mannequin | Value |
| Cadillac Celestiq | $300,000+ |
| Lucid Air Sapphire | $249,000 |
| Mercedes-AMG EQS | $148,550 |
| Faraday Future FF91 | $150,000 – $200,000 (est.) |
| Bentley Flying Spur Hybrid | $208,000 |
| Rolls Royce Ghost | $332,500 |
Mercedes-Benz EQS
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Whereas it lacks the Celestiq’s handmade meeting, the Mercedes-Benz EQS additionally suits 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 capable of make 751 hp (560 kW) and 752 lb-ft (1,020 Nm) throughout increase mode. EPA-estimated vary numbers aren’t but out there.
Mercedes can also 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 thing goes effectively, then its FF 91 could possibly be on sale earlier than the tip of the 12 months. 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 as if Cadillac would love the Celestiq to enchantment to the identical patrons 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 provides an estimated 25-mile vary.
Rolls-Royce Ghost
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Equally, Cadillac may even hope that just a few potential Rolls-Royce Ghost clients go for a Celestiq as a substitute. Each of them have a considerable amount of ending by hand. Nonetheless, the Rolls just isn’t but out there as an EV or perhaps a PHEV. As an alternative, 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 moderately than a sedan, the British model opts for a coupe. We have no pricing particulars for the mannequin, but. The hypothesis goes that it has over 600 hp.
