| Cadillac Ciel | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Cadillac |
| Production | 2011 (concept car) |
| Designer | Niki Smart |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Concept car |
| Body style | 4-doorconvertible |
| Layout | Rear-wheel drive |
| Related | Cadillac Elmiraj |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | Twin-turbocharged 3.6 L direct injectionV6 |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 125 in (3,200 mm) |
| Chronology | |
| Successor | Cadillac Elmiraj |
TheCadillac Ciel is ahybrid electricconcept car created byCadillac and unveiled at the 2011Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. The Ciel has a twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter direct injection V6 producing 425 hp (317 kW)[1] and a hybrid system usinglithium-ion battery technology.[2][3] The Ciel is a four-seat convertible with awheelbase of 125 inches (3,200 mm). It was developed at GM Design's North Hollywood Design Center.[4]
The Ciel has rearsuicide doors, and the interior features a smooth woodendashboard with a simple gauge look. The word "Ciel" is French for "sky"- which is what the designers had in mind when they made the vehicle.
In 2012 and early 2013, Cadillac contemplated developing a production car based on the Ciel. However, in July 2013, they decided not to pursue the venture.[5]
At the 2013Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, Cadillac unveiled a new concept, theElmiraj, which is similar in design to the Ciel, except it is a coupe. Both vehicles were designed byNiki Smart.
The Cadillac Ciel was featured in the 2015 filmEntourage as a gift from talent agentAri Gold to the main characterVincent Chase for the success of his directorial debut in the fictional movie,Hyde.
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