2014 Cadillac ELR - Jay Leno's Garage

[@BillDeFalcoGFE]

I owned, drove, and loved my fully loaded Black on Black 2014 ELR for 6 years. I bought it in 2017 from a Caddy Dealer in White Plains, NY - they never sold it and retained it as a Fleet Vehicle with 11k miles and it was in Mint Condition when I bought it for $34k. Cadillac only made 2,403 of the 2014 ELRs and I was one of the very lucky people to have owned one of Cadillac's very first EVs. No ELRs were made in 2015 but then Cadillac rolled out a much improved ELR in 2016 in which they boosted the Torque from 295 ft-lbs in the 2014 model to 373 ft-lbs for the 2016 model - making it a Pocket Rocket! However, only 530 of the awesome 2016 models were made - and I am one of the very proud, and very happy owners of this truly awesome automobile - a Mint Condition fully loaded model with a gleaming Gloss White exterior and a Gorgeous Two-Tone Cashmere Interior. It is everything that I loved about the 2014 model - and so much more! Sadly, ELR production ended with the 2016 model which is without question, the most awesome car that Cadillac has ever made! Because of the very limited production run of the 2016 ELR with only 530 made - very few people will ever be able to experience what an absolutely amazing car the 2016 Cadillac ELR is - a one-of-a-kind exceptional Luxury Hybrid EV with no match in the entire world!

[@markw208]

I think you talked me into buying a 2016. Thanks

[@TheHomeExpert5]

I think that that is the most beautiful Cadillac of all time.

[@iroc341]

Still one of the coolest cars on the road. Driving a 2018 volt now. Come on Caddy, build this again and market it correctly !

[@n.b.p.davenport7066]

Do they still make those?

[@fabulouspoet]

@@n.b.p.davenport7066 they do not

[@Kia_Soulless]

​@@n.b.p.davenport7066 I wish :( I saw one a couple days ago

[@ojobee]

Just imagine if this was made 100% electric and they hit $20k market.

[@toyota420xp]

It's a car nobody wanted it was too impractical and too expensive starting at like 75k less than 3k sold

[@lormadtulio]

I purchased this car this past fall, a 2016 Cadillac ELR (with the Kona leather seats, and the Performance Package) with < 24k miles. This car drives really, Really well. Jay calls it a hybrid (plug in hybrid), but Cadillac called it an Extended Range Vehicle. It runs on Electric only, then when it depletes the battery, the fuel is burned to power the generator (yes, there are settings to alter the driving modes, but for the most part, Tour mode does just that). On a full charge (10 hours L1 120VAC, or 4 hours on L2 240VAC charging station) with temperatures > 34-36F I can get a projected 39miles of electric only driving range but I get more like 43miles in the real world. I haven't had a need to purchase fuel in those operating temperatures. I drive it in the winter as a backup car, and the cold weather alters the range down to about 26miles - 28miles with temperatures well below 28F. Several things come into play, but for the most part fuel is used to warm up the cabin interior when it gets simply too cold to operate on Electricity mode. You are also using more electricity because of the cold temperatures, the rear defroster, the heated steering and heated seats, the HVAC system that runs at a higher speed etc. Out on the open road, it is pretty silent, and very quiet for several reasons: Aerodynamic shape, built like a tank, insulation, noise cancellation technology. In the city it is smooth, taut, quiet as well because of the weight (>4000lbs), built like a tank, electronic suspension dampers. I believe this is the closest halo vehicle / Auto Show Car design, that didn't alter from the original concept and put into production with little if any changes of any modern day vehicle in the last 20 years. So it looks beyond amazing, ahead of it's time, and today many folks mistaken it for a 2022-2023 production vehicle. Parking sensors front and rear, blind spot detector, backup hidden object detection, full LED bulbs used throughout 98% of the vehicle (I changed the backup bulb and rear license plate bulb to LED), interior door handles are electric to open the doors, the door handles are hidden, automatic door/trunk unlocking by remote presence (you can leave the remote in your pocket or purse, and the vehicle will unlock or lock on it's own), electric Glove Box Opening lmao... The caveats for me, are few. No, I wouldn't of paid 76K USD when this vehicle was new, so I can't say this was a problem for me now since I purchased it used and well below half of the original asking price. The rear seats and rear cabin are for people small adults only, or any big kid under 14 years of age. In either case, it would be for short trips, and I wouldn't expect anybody to sit back there for any kind of long drives.

[@The8BitGuy]

I don't think you understand how this works. yes you can press the brake for regen too. They just give you a neat "gimmick" that allows you to regen without taking your foot away from the gas pedal and also you don't have to worry about pressing the brake so hard that you are engaging the brake pads. So it gives a little extra control, but the regular method still works too.

[@Maidoumurnot]

If you don’t want to take your foot off the gas pedal it won’t fully regen dah

[@misterfixit5186]

Won't be getting any Regen on the freeway.... especially with the adaptive cruise control

[@karenvanhorn6028]

I love mine, it’s red and beautiful. Just got back from almost a 1900 mile trip and I love driving my car it’s so comfortable and easy to drive

[@miagi84]

Nice! How many miles you have on it?

[@colechapman6976]

Still a fantastic-looking vehicle. It definitely does not look like it is from 2014 in 2023, and I think that speaks to this car's style. It does look like it came out yesterday

[@runforit420]

So much better than Doug DeMuro's complaints about this car...

[@faizzdb]

Doug reviewed the car more recently after it flopped its all around an alright car yeah but for how much they were asking it made no sense to buy it new so it flopped

[@pauldavis4287]

I don’t care what it cost in 2014. I’m buying one now and for $20K I’m getting one of the most futuristic looking EVs on the road, and look Ma! No charging stations!🤠

[@andrelemalle]

Thanks for doing The Garage. The way in which Jay Leno loves cars offers me a vicarious life that comes with a cost that I can afford. There are lots of car sites, but it is Jay's informed interest, and seemingly genuine love for design and history, that makes The Garage a place I really enjoy hanging out. Again..thanks

[@redvenomweb]

I just traded in my 2016 ELR 2 weeks ago, after 5 years and 40k miles. I previously had a 1st-gen and 2nd-gen Volt. The ELR is one of the prettiest cars I've ever seen, and I constantly received compliments. From a practicality standpoint, it was pretty rough losing the hatchback of the Volts; despite its fuel efficiency, the ELR definitely has the usability of a sportscar (unfortunately). Ultimately, I needed a car with more everyday practicality, and I also wanted something with AWD for the snow. I ended up replacing the ELR with a BMW i4. But I'll always remember my years with the ELR... it was a car I loved from the moment the Converj concept was shown.

[@sonyab523]

ELR's with low mileage are 30-40k. It's a no brainer to get one of these now.

[@danwat1234]

@Maxs Raving Music 2016 is the year to get. Much improved over 2014. More power, faster infotainment, etc.

[@trbwhocares8127]

sonyab523 I just got a white 2016 one recently

[@michaelmcdonald9847]

Not really. Lmao.

[@L33tSkE3t]

That's a bad idea, they have known system issues and they aren't exactly good cars. Not fast or particularly economical or ecological

[@pauldavis4287]

What’s so ecologically unsound about getting 32mpg?

[@The8BitGuy]

It is. But they also give you this gimmick in case you would rather use it instead of the brake pedal.

[@Karmy.]

Wow an old 8BG comment with 3 likes and no replies

[@3000-g2g]

@@Karmy. looks like he's replying to someone but i can't figure out who

[@Karmy.]

@@3000-g2g yeah

[@zackzander4425]

I don't really care for the car, but Leno is the man!

[@jonathanrockey687]

Simp

[@dirtymonkey03]

This must be the most beautiful car I've ever seen!

[@yamahr1]

I have a 2016 ELR and I love it. Jay, I hope you got a chance to drive or even buy a '16 ELR, especially with the Performance package. The upgrade in power is very noticeable, and they really tweaked the whole car nicely. I drove the '14 model on several occasions and it wasn't enough to push me over the top despite the sexy body, but in 2016 they basically fixed everything, including the balky CUE system in the original. It's a shame Cadillac didn't stick with the ELR, because especially the 2016 model was definitely one of the nicest cars they ever made, and one of the best and most advanced cars under 6 figures anywhere. I think Johan (the current president of Cadillac) just never stood behind the ELR, for whatever reason.

[@berendh.1952]

Rare and weird: could become a valuable classic in the future...

[@201950201950]

I love this car! It looks like a million dollars. I test drove it and now I'm so jaded that no other car will do. The ELR felt so good to sit in and on top of that it's a cutting edge extended range vehicle. I would love to hyper mile in it. I will not rest until I have one.

[@cmbadass]

+jesse diaz I have a 2012 Volt. They are in the 12k range now used. The ELR is around 30k used.

[@cmbadass]

+sdskygazer awesome man! Welcome to Voltec. It's a great drivetrain.

[@201950201950]

It's a great system. I think its sad how the media put out so much misinformation about the volt. Its like they want America to fail.

[@201950201950]

really wow that cool. I'd get it . good luck man

[@FunkkyPanda69]

3 years later, you should check out Doug Demuros review on it lol

[@WorldwideWyatt]

Jay is awesome. You can tell he really respects every car and their makers.

[@craijona]

Finally, a gorgeous hybrid!

[@fortyserialk3491]

I drive one today….with gas prices rising…..I afford premium….I live in Colorado and keep up with semi trucks when the road are covered in snow….self-charging when coming into mountain towns

[@EzzyMo]

Wow! That's a fantastic looking machine. I love it's stance and detail.

[@aww9050]

I've never been a fan of hybrids, but this may be the exception. It's gorgeous.

[@srirachasauce8430]

finally a cool hybrid, thank you cadillac!

[@ScottZ370]

Such a clean design, very neat and well proportioned, its almost as clean as it is to drive

[@DeL-sm8bl]

LMAO Doug Demuro's review brought me here. That GM guy is actually all serious and saying everything with a straight face. I'd like to hear what he has to say about the ELR now. That entire project team should have been fired.

[@Atombender]

Also here because of Doug. Jay never really badmouthes cars, no matter how shitty they are.

[@gcopp81]

yes... but.. what does ELR standfor?

[@ericwilmot857]

@@gcopp81 Extended Long Range. Because it's all electric then after a gas engine takes over

[@2ndRick]

I personally believe that the Jay Leno's Garage channel is one of the best channels on KZbin, and easily a top 5 automotive program considering ANY media (up there w/ Car Talk on NPR, Top Gear, etc). I think that his choice to retire from late night a couple years ago was a good move, and should be reconsidered. It would give a young hip comic a chance at building a show, and free up Jay from the tired late night host routine and allow him to focus on his true labor of love.

[@billdefalco9380]

Jay Leno made an excellent observation when he said near this beginning of this video: "You can't sell something before its time". In my opinion Jay definitely hit the nail square on the head as to why less than 3,000 of these remarkable automobiles were built before the production line was shut down. As the proud owner of a gorgeous 2014 Cadillac ELR, I'd like to share with you what so many of the folks who looked at the ELR simply did not see. Let me begin by adding a Correction to the EPA Electric Driving Range spec of 37 miles. In the hands of a skilled driver who knows and fully understands how to drive a car with this remarkable dual motor electric drive and regenerative braking technology, it is possible to realize an Electric Vehicle Driving Range (EVR) of 45 miles - as I am getting on my fully loaded stunningly beautiful rich deep-gloss midnight-black Cadillac ELR. The on-board gasoline powered electric generator totally eliminates the range anxiety of the all-electric cars, such as the Teslas, by allowing you to fill up at any gas station and be right back on the road in just minutes, as opposed to being down for Hours at a time to re-charge the batteries in the 100% electric vehicles. This excellent and well thought out battery-powered electric drive / gas-fueled electric generator backup concept makes futuristic electric drive a logical and practical fit within our current "pit stop" quick refuel and go infrastructure, and it allows you to take very long trips well in excess of 1,000 miles, in the same time as it takes in convention automobiles - something that no Tesla or any other all-electric vehicle can do! The 2014 Cadillac ELR is so much more than a just a 2014 Chevy Volt with a different body. For openers, its drop-dead gorgeous "Bat Mobile" like styling delivers a stunning look that will virtually never go out of style. The awesome styling is so exceptional, that the Cadillac ELR has been ranked among the world's Top Ten Best Styled Automobiles in history! The stand-out futuristic styling will endure well into the future, and because of the limited production run of this remarkable vehicle, where a total of only 2.958 were manufactured, it is destined to become a highly sought after and very rare collector's car. Beyond the superior exterior styling of the ELR (as compared to the Volt) and the world class luxury interior with loads of real wood and other rich appointments, and so many other exceptional features that are not found in the Volt (including dual 12-way power front seats) both the power output and performance of the ELR have been significantly tweaked-up over the Volt. The ELR has 40 more horsepower for a total of 209, and more significantly, it has 20 more foot-pounds of torque, for a total of 295 ft. lbs. that delivers brisk and exhilarating acceleration that leave the Volt in the dust and which makes for an exceptionally enjoyable driving experience, bolstered by the Active Suspension Control of the ELR (also not found in the Volt). The Sport Mode increases the accelerator pedal response, tightens up the steering response and firms up the suspension for an amazing driving experience that spoils you and makes you never want to go back to driving conventional cars. In summary, even when you are not in Sport Mode, the brisk acceleration from the tweaked up horsepower and torque over the Volt, and ride, handling and cornering of the ELR is nothing short of spectacular. If car buyers in the luxury automobile segment were more informed and taught how to properly drive this amazing high performance luxury car, they would have been drawn to it in droves, and Cadillac would have been hard-pressed to keep up with the sales demand. The ELR truly is one of the best examples of Excellence in Design, Styling, Luxury, Advanced Cutting-Edge Technology and Heart-Throbbing Performance ever to emerge from Cadillac. It's such a shame that so many of the people in the luxury car buying segment were not properly enlightened to fully understand and appreciate this remarkable GEM of truly exceptional and outstanding futuristic luxury automobile from Cadillac - whose reputation for innovating parts standardization through manufacturing the world's best high-precision, top of the line superior-quality automobiles gave birth to the assembly concept of building cars. I've said a mouth full here - but now that you are enlightened, you need only to get behind the wheel of an ELR and with a little coaching - you'll be in for a driving experience that will totally blow you away and make you a believer. Had Cadillac specially trained their sales people in the art of properly and effectively presenting the ELR - it would have been a smashing run-away sales success. When Cadillac created the ELR they hit such an immense Grand Slam Home Run, that it went way over the heads of the vast majority of car buyers, but I am so glad and so fortunate to be among the elite few who kept a close eye on that grand slam, and landed one of the limited 2.954 copies of this epic automobile into my garage! In the final analysis, it's actually possible to sell a car lie this before its time - to a knowledgeable, well informed, enlightened and very astute car buyer - like me!

[@dhemrick]

As the owner of a 2014 ELR, I wholeheartedly concur with this excellent assessment. The ELR is a fantastic car that unfortunately goes over the heads of most people. But for those of us who get it, we understand exactly how amazing this gem of a car really is. Jay drew a very good comparison to the Chrysler Airflow. It was way ahead of it's time and people didn't get it, but now we take for granted the aerodynamic styling, unibody construction, and safety features that the Airflow had a good 20 to 50 years before those became the de-facto standard for all other cars.

[@browngreen933]

My friend just bought a 2016 ELR. Now I'm hooked too!

[@MrRustybear3]

Absolutely beautiful looking hybrid! Love to own one of these someday...have the Cadillac ATS Turbo which at the present gives me decent power and gas mileage for the money. Cadillac has come a long way, baby!

[@osirus8887]

Don't believe those who comment here that haven't owned a elr THESE CARS ARE AWESOME state of the technology 250mpg ride and handle great .DONT HATE IF YOU DONT KNOW!!!

[@fishkings423]

OSIRUS 888 The Cadillac Elr is overpriced and fails to deliver anything good for a car that costs 76,000 and with that money your better off buying a Tesla Model S or a Jaguar I Pace,

[@dixonsmith1580]

Fish Kings but a used one for 20k is pretty damn good.

[@williamcooper4126]

This is a step into the future for Cadillac. Glad to see American cars embracing modern technology.

[@tazntpa]

I got up to 49 EV on my ELR using Regen Paddles a couple times so far!

[@OreElect1]

awesome video. Thanks Jay & crew. The ELR looks to me a Jay must have.

[@ThinkingBetter]

I tend to agree, my primary motivation for the Model S is that it allows 200+ miles on one charge with super performance. Had I needed city only driving, it would have been OK with smaller battery. Now, one thing that a large battery does is actually help increase the horsepower. The Model S P85 has 416 max horsepower only thanks to the number of 18650 battery cells working in parallel at max acceleration. Less capacity = less horsepower.

[@TheDisgruntledMechanic]

I love my 2011 Volt. I wanted an ELR but too much $$$$!!

[@fouremedia2128]

Get one now they’re $20k now

[@bellagrace9812]

I have the Cadillac CTS Coupe Premium and to me it was the best looking car I've seen, but I hate the hard Recarro seats and the front tires being smaller than the rear tires causes the front tires to wear out quicker. At 38,000 miles I've been through 2 sets of front tires. My next car will be the ELR, it is absolutely stunning!!! Buying used with low miles can save you quite a bit of money. I bought my CTS Coupe with 10,000 miles and saved $30,000. The ELR is amazing, I just wish it came with a sunroof, can't believe they left it out.

[@MEG63115]

This might sound silly, I wish the grill had baffles that opened when it is parked. I hate the look of the grill with no open spaces

[@MEG63115]

Agree, I let it go with the Volt - it's a chevy utilitarian. I expect more from Cadillac design "standard of the world"

[@funky3ddy]

Michael Gillin They should have ditched the grill all together and thought about something else. Why have something useless and not functional? Just move on. I also wonder, why these cars look like puffy buns? Wouldn't lower profile make them more aerodynamic? E.g. Stingray (fish) is flat for a reason, and I believe water can be compared to air..

[@danwat1234]

Michael Gillin Plastidip the fake grill blue or red, it looks great

[@faznout]

I never really cared for small Cadillacs because to me they take away from the idea of a Cadillac and it's known history. But this car was a nice and cool looking vehicle. Too bad it didn't do well in sales and it was dropped.

[@jamelmoore4356]

This Caddy is so beautiful! It has the unique styling of the CTS coupe, which is great. While I prefer the tech the Tesla has to offer, I personally think Voltec is an overall better technology. As Jay pointed out it frees you of the range anxiety simply by having a gasoline tank. I just hope GM provides more electric range down the line......

[@onoff314]

Commend cadilac for making the first truly good looking hybrid vehicle!

[@bagelboi66]

Can you believe the general has sold nearly 400 of them so far?!

[@AarenLepper]

R.I.P Cadillac ELR great car but the price killed it

[@mmacphersonn]

Trippy Scene Kid price and the range

[@AJ-ye7ei]

Thats my friend's uncle. It's amazing

[@SirJamesDTech]

I laugh in so many hybrid discussions, a main feature is always the friggin headlights

[@SirJamesDTech]

I betcha in the marketing ads, the headlights were a main feature...not THE main one.

[@DanvonVolksburg]

Great video and car I miss a sight of the whole. Interior plus trunk. Cheers Dan

[@scotttisdale2773]

Tesla model S kills this thing in every category.

[@snowshredder102]

Apples to oranges. This is a plug in hybrid, therefore range anxiety is eliminated. If you're comparing just the battery size, then yes the Tesla is superior.

[@scotttisdale2773]

snowshredder102 I cannot completely disagree with you, but tell that to everyone that thinks this car is actually a competitor for the model S. Even Leno mentions Tesla in this video. It is going to attract a similar demographic so the two should be compared. The Tesla is not just superior in battery size, but the performace, acceleration, size (storage etc), and style (which I know is subjective) as well. Also the infotainment center and most of all safety. The "range anxiety" is minimized when you start with 265+ miles on your car everyday.

[@snowshredder102]

I do admit that the range on the Tesla is amazing for purely electric. Unfortunately those numbers you pulled up is under extreme circumstances (no music, no AC/heater) and grandma style driving. Personally, I couldn't care less about fast accelerations on a Tesla as it would deplete the battery very fast (which defeats the whole purpose of buying electric). The infrastructure for charging stations is rapidly growing, but it still has a long way to go and if you live anywhere not in California then you will have to be careful how you travel. That being said, the Tesla is an amazing car and really has been unquestionable leader in all electric cars, it just is a car that still caters to a smaller portion to the population until it's more practical.

[@scotttisdale2773]

snowshredder102 Again, you make some valid points, but try test driving the Tesla and tell me you don't appreciate the acceleration. As far as travel goes, yes you need to be careful right now if you plan a road trip in a location that is currently lacking superchargers, but when the supercharger network is complete and more infrastructure is built in cities, malls, hotels etc to accommodate EV's, that problem will disappear. For everyday purposes you don't even have to think about it. No more trips to the gas station either. Right now you are also correct that it caters to a small portion of the population, but I'd argue that that is more because of price than practicality. Tesla as a company has had plans to roll out a more "financially friendly" car since inception. They need to build a brand, acceptance and desire first. That is exactly what the model S is for.

[@im1greatman]

This is nothing more than a Chevy Volt with a Cadillac badge. Not worth the money at all.

[@danwat1234]

7:10 INCORRECT, the engine will connect directly to the wheels in charge sustain mode at certain speeds, I believe >40MPH, for efficiency's sake. Parallel hybrid operation has it's place. I don't think the ELR is worth it, even the faster 2016 ELR.. Because there is no hatch, way less customizability through fan following. No trailer hitch for towing, the headlights do not curl around to the side of the vehicle, so they wouldn't help illuminate dark corners of a neighborhood for instance like the Volt can if you hack the DRLs to run whenever the headlights are on too, not just when the headlights are off, and switchback LEDs for the front turn signals. I don't think the LED headlights in the ELR can change angles to look around bends of the road, but I could be wrong there. If they don't not as good as Audi/BMW LED implementation. The ELR is quicker, has more safety tech and more comfort, but it so much less practical, and the 2016 ELR is so rare (maybe a couple hundred 2016s made, only about 2400 2014 ELRs made).?), it would be dramatic if it got damaged. And I think in many ways, a first generation Volt looks better than an ELR.

[@adam1othman]

honestly cadillac should do something retro.... a modern 59 would be so cool

[@GOINFINITI]

I love this new ELR - it is really gorgeous and fantastically designed. I would certainly love to have one. Greetings from Europe ;)

[@gedisdiop]

Love this car. I can't see EVER buying an import. I hate it when people bash American cars. However, something I noticed that made me cringe a bit. At about 10:50 into the video, Jay was making a right hand turn, and had his signal. It was on fast flash, indicating a burned out bulb. As the car has all LED illumination, I would suspect a more serious problem. For Cadillac to send this car out for a test drive by a celebrated car guy, I would like to think that whoever was involved from Cadillac would have checked out all systems before sending it out. Did anyone else notice this ?

[@maflagulator]

Being that we can't truly see that Jay has his turn signal on, and yes that audio does appear to be coming from him being mic'd up in the car. However the film crew is in the lane to his left, and making what might be an improper turn from a non-turning lane in order to get this footage. Perhaps it was their vehicle that has a bulb out and is doing the 'Fast Flash' that you hear. If it really is a 'Fast Flash' happening in the ELR, and that's the worst thing to happen in an early production demo vehicle for this show, I'm not too worried. I'll be worried when my ELR, with its LED lamps, does the Fast Flash.

[@isaacwright7219]

I Enjoy The Evolution, And Technology, That All Of The Auto. Manufacturing, Companies Have Contributed, To These Modern, Comfortable, And Great Performing Machines!!!

[@Dannot101]

This is just an overpriced Chevy / Opel .

[@notsocialatall]

BMW's naming makes perfect sense to me, the first number indicates the positioning of the car, a lower first number means the car is lower positioned, for example the 3 series is lower positioned than the 5 series and so on. Then we have the 2nd and 3rd number, which indicate the engine specs. Again, a lower number means lower specs. Then we also have additional letters: a "d" obviously means the car is a Diesel, the "x" means its 4 wheel drive. Mercedes uses a similar system.

[@JoaquimPlug]

"What does ELR stand for?" - "Absolutely nothing." :)

[@O-cDxA]

E lectrically L imited R ange

[@dori-]

E lectric L emon R oadster

[@dori-]

E lectronic L iability R isk

[@TheKrasnaludek]

Cadillac looks great; sales are up, because they're not afraid to go in a different style direction than all the Asian clone mobiles. Looks great!

[@papasquat355]

Doug DeMuro made a much more fair review.

[@The8BitGuy]

Quite the contrary. I'm glad to see the days of the "old man's" car that looks like a boat on wheels is over. Bring on the modern era!

[@mboiko]

Used 2014 ELR's right now go for around $30K...

[@solidust573]

Now they're $20k -almost within striking distance 😊👍

[@donaldmiller3004]

Got mine for 15

[@kens97sto171]

Yep.. exactly right. I have no problem with buying for image, if you got the money to spend fine. But for 1/3 the price you can get a really nice car.. and by using one that's already built your saving the world a little too. It's really pretty amazing what you can buy for less than $5K or even $2K if you are mechanically inclined and can work on it yourself.

[@carlosmalave540]

For the money, the Cadillac ELR doesn't make sense. When for the same money you can get a nicely equipped Tesla Model S. The Tesla Model S outperforms this caddy in all categories , including interior and storage space. If I had the money , I would go with tesla.

[@rantanamo]

I keep reading this argument, but none of the car reviews tend to totally agree. This car driven the right way has incredible range compared to the Tesla. None of the range anxiety. Its much nicer inside, is actually crash rated and hasn't had the fire problems the Tesla has. The reviews on the Tesla touchscreen tend to be worse than the CUE reviews which seem to be getting better with each vehicle. As just a vehicle to own, I'd rather own the Cadillac right now. There are Cadillac dealers everywhere. I'd certainly trust a problem to get fixed quicker by them. And yes, I know two Tesla S owners. Cool car, but its not as nice as I would expect for the price, while if you've been in a CTS or XTS(similar interior to this) they have much nicer interiors.

[@ScottaHemi440]

until you run out of power in the middle of rural america cause you forgot to charge the tesla XD plus the ELR just looks nice! and if you want a car with bigger interior or sportier preformance there's a whole range of Cadillacs to choose from! ATS to Escalade! Tesla is just... Tesla... it needs to do everything because it doesn't have alternatives.

[@Alvord1430]

ChevRcr454 Nobody forgets to charge their electric car. Jesus.. It's always plugged in when not in use.

[@ScottaHemi440]

nobody??? really... people forget to do such mundane things ALL THE TIME. and you can't plug it in if there's no plug in available...

[@Alvord1430]

ChevRcr454 And you can't gas it up if there is no gas station available. It doesn't have anything to do with the type of fuel.

[@DesuVR]

Besides the Fisker, this is the best looking hybrid there is, and it's a COUPE! Great job Cadillac!

[@traviswestberg597]

How about... E: Electric L: Long R: Range

[@directorjustin]

Travis Westberg I like it, but it might be a little misleading. The electric range is relatively short.

[@traviswestberg597]

You are not wrong. How about: E: Electric L: Lackluster R: Range ?

[@directorjustin]

Travis Westberg Haha, perfect.

[@arispelius600]

Travis Westberg I always thought of it as Extended Long Range.

[@crsp76691]

I just bought a 17 volt!! Love it. I built a 68 firebird with an lsx conversion but i equally love driving my elect car and not having to buy fuel.

[@Pranks313]

I work at the gm plant that built it. It was built with a lot of pride!

[@billd5211]

+Pranks313 I love the volt, that's great to hear, i just wish they sold more!

[@Pranks313]

+Bill Dingo Believe me, we do too. Job security. However, people would rather buy the foreign and get the Prius....

[@billd5211]

+Pranks313 I honestly think the volt is so much nicer and such a better car. I really wish that chevy put that identical powertrain into the equinox. What a hit that would be

[@billd5211]

+Pranks313 so since they don't build that many are you on that production line all the time or do you build another model? I'm not sure where volt is built

[@vdxx]

They want us to drive electric cars , but they are so expensive for the middle class ..only for rich people !!!

[@Alvord1430]

Not true. I just bought a Nissan Leaf for $24,000. Average new car purchase is more than $30K now. Caddies and Teslas are for rich guys.

[@vdxx]

Thats to much money these days,now that im forced to pay $280 a month for obamacare so i can't buy any car..!!

[@Chuckers84]

飛馬座 X must suck to have no money eh? poor ass

[@vdxx]

Its Ok i got my health !!!!

[@Bobbybeb]

Who is they?

[@ConsciousRobot]

Never been a fan of Cadillac, but I love the design of this one

[@curtisburnham8099]

absolutely beautiful car but plenty of h.p. Jay??!! I beg to differ.... So when the 39 mile electric battery range is diminished your left with an 86 horsepower gas motor going from barely over 200h.p. down to 86 h.p. All of this "horsepower" for just under 80k.. no thanks

[@787brx8]

It doesn't go down to 84 horsepower once the gas engine comes on. It still has A buffer in the battery to maintain that higher horsepower number. Most people don't drive with the gas pedal all way to the floor constantly. So only 86 horsepower is needed to recharge the battery.

[@BlancGivre]

It's an electric drive motor! -- No HP! -- Constant 295 lb/ft of torque for the 2014/15 model and 373 lb/ft for the 2016 model. A C5 Corvette Z06 has 400 lb⋅ft (542 N⋅m) of torque at 4,800 rpm.

[@XDangerDaveX]

BMW started to dispatch from the traditional numbers indicating the displacement size. For example, the new 328 is actually a 2.0 turbo, the new 335 is actually a 3.0 turbo, the new 550 is actually a 4.4 (I think). This is a relatively new development and I don't think they "advertise" this to the American market because on average we're not necessarily big fans of small displacement turbocharged engines.

[@EricGrover]

This is nice...:)

[@jonjonboi3701]

Cadillacs are really nice the interior is very nice. Keep up the good work Cadillac

[@das2033]

ELR electric luxury roadster

[@anarchosolar]

The TESLA ROADSTER 2.5 is an outstanding car I have never loved a ride more.

[@ryanbarbolt3691]

It has horrible power....actually, a 39 mile range and then less than 200 gas hp. For 65 grand? GARBAGE

[@BlancGivre]

HP is meaningless, it's the torque that counts and this car has plenty of instant torque.

[@TralfazConstruction]

Cutting-edge side glass; shades of Astro Ventilation! Love the ELR.

[@nckeller]

For the price I'd still prefer the Tesla...

[@hdaviator9181]

Tesla is a different technology. This isn't a fully electric car, which makes it better for people who live in places where that infrastructure is not yet in place. This also has bit more range than the Tesla.

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

Aviator is absolutely right. America's infrastructure is not good enough for full EV yet. Not until more regular gas stations offer a charging point. Here's my opinion: EVERY MAJOR REST STOP should have a charge

[@terryp007100]

BigTruck, Maybe you should be taxed at 100% for 6 months to pay for the first charging point. :)

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

It should be installed by the owners as a convenience to get you to stop there.

[@JoseDuran-qj8ei]

Not all of us can afford this car!! Geez, what I wouldn't do for a used one. I love the ELR!!!

[@chonaV]

The drag coefficient rate of my Infiniti Q50 is .26. Way better than this, lol.

[@lickdacat2]

Its much better than driving a Yugo.

[@DammitWrongName]

Nether Warrior you're wrong by thinking Infiniti is an overpriced Nissan, they're owned by the same company just like Volkswagen owns Bugatti but you wouldn't say a Bugatti is an overpriced Volkswagen. it's not the same thing, most of the time they're on completely different platforms, fwd vs rwd, it is not like this elr that is a reworked volt, for the most part Infinitis are completely different cars than anything Nissan sells

[@eduardogatoify]

Jay is back!

[@calthmlikiseethm704]

This car was such a total failure and yet the review sounds like it's some kind of good deal this car was so poor they had to lower the price by $10,000 and they skipped a whole model year you can get one with very few miles for around $25,000 yet it originally cost $76,000

[@torocars9227]

calthmlikiseethm for $25k luxury car is a steal. my daily drive is 40 miles both ways. this means im paying only $5 per week to drive to and from work. Also im avoiding traffic because of hov car pool lane access saving valuable time. no other luxury car even today, can do what i mentioned above at this price point.

[@kc0rock]

Converge spin-off to this hybrid... that Chrylser 1934 airflow looks great of Jay's... CF drag 0.305 though there are older cars with lower drag... shuttle carry-over of the fins... art and science in motion and Cadillac is at the top of their game... Tesla got a nice mention by Jay, a true 100 mile range electric vehicle...

[@xdragosx]

0.305 ? thats kinda bad

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

$75,000 WOULD YOU BUY THE ELR or the CTS-V COUPE?

[@katewilson2737]

CAUSE YOU CAN!!! Just like Jay Leno!

[@algergonzalez]

This is a horrible car, it only came out two years and production stopped. Jay should be better at telling us what he really thinks. Of course, GM helps him so... there you have it!

[@moaski]

I love what Cadillac has been doing lately.

[@n8neiTen8n]

FWD? What a waste...

[@blucivicsi1999]

AWSOME, I want one so bad!!

[@honchoryanc]

that car sucks

[@woostar88]

This classic look is back. Loving the new Cadillac line ups. Cts v will be my next car.

[@JakeRipplinger]

ugly! compared to telsa and other cadillacs

[@JakeRipplinger]

phoney grille is tacky

[@danwat1234]

and the Chevy Volt looks better

[@YangSword9x]

Jake Ripplinger agreed, silver makes this car look blocky/cheap. I prefer the premium black version of this XLR over any other tesla or car, in terms of looks & $100,000 price range. Only car that could change my mind would be a Lamborghini !

[@CJLeTeff]

Nice promo Jay! Glad to see an American classic coming into its own!

[@JohnInSale]

I hope they decide to make a RHD version for the UK, Japan, Australia, South Africa, India and Ireland etc as it's a car that would sell well with their improved image !!!

[@333angeleyes]

I've never watched this show before, but I see I've been missing out. A few of those questions he asked I have never seen asked about this car and I have watched dozens of reviews and interviews on this car.

[@syyenergy7]

Does it have a duel-point distributor and a 4 bbl carb?

[@PETERLINNAH]

I LOVE this car. I have a 2004 Cadillac Deville that is the best car I have ever owned. Now, Cadillac has the highest tech cars out there. I like Tesla too, but the expensive, heavy, all- electric drive is a bit much. I think the Volt and the ELR have the best balance - electric drive for the first 35-40 miles (perfect for my daily commute) - then gas generated electric power for longer trips if needed. And NEVER any worries about running out of juice.

[@818SMERK818]

Jay Leno is the best!!

[@gpcaraudio]

best looking hybrid yet

[@DiedrichKnickerbocker1783]

I just watched 24hrs of Le Mans for 2012 and hybrids were kicking ass. Which means fun in cars will not die once gas only cars go bye bye.

[@radomiriz]

Love your passion for cars Jay. That Cadillac is a good-looking car.

[@mwhite112393]

You're a bit wrong... the S Class you're referring to was just unveiled earlier this month. The ELR was unveiled back in January and was conceptualized way back in 2009.

[@BlackouTTProductions]

I can’t believe I’ve never heard of this. Can’t wait to see them come out with a sexy all electric vehicle

[@stirlingfromla]

I thought I'd never say this (about a Cadillac), but I'm impressed, and will go look at one of these.

[@Billykid514]

Another great video Jay!

[@rueben44]

OMG it is so stunning and well crafted that I just cream when I see it. The front grill is real it has slits under each black chrome chiclets.