Designed at GM's North Hollywood Advanced Design Center under the direction of Frank Saucedo, the
Cadillac Hybrid Concept Car Urban Luxury Concept looks exactly like what it purports to be: a baby Cadillac with a smaller-than-usual footprint, plus lots of room inside and a frugal hybrid powertrain under the hood. The Urban Luxury Concept comes with a wheelbase of just over 97 inches, while measuring an overall length of 151 inches, width of 68.1 inches and a height of less than 57 inches.
Cadillac Hybrid Concept Car Urban Luxury Concept'The Cadillac Hybrid Concept Car Urban Luxury Concept celebrates its scale with intelligent, innovative content that makes it unique regardless of its size,' said Clay Dean, Director of GM North American Advanced
Design and
Cadillac Brand Champion. 'It has a small exterior footprint, but is roomy inside.' Engineers have developed a
concept hybrid propulsion system for the
Cadillac Hybrid Concept Car Urban Luxury Concept that includes a turbocharged 1.0L three-cylinder engine employing electric assist technology, engine start-stop function, brake energy regeneration and a dry dual-clutch transmission. Based on extensive
prototype and production experience, a combination of these technologies could offer projected fuel economy of 56 mpg in the city and 65 mpg on the highway, in a vehicle of the size and configuration of the Urban Luxury Concept.
A large windshield and twin skylights create an open, airy feeling and enhance the perception of spaciousness inside with seating for four. A minimalist approach blends with refined materials, colors and lighting. These elements combine to create a passenger space that conveys the new perception of luxury: small, exquisitely detailed and fitted with the latest in digital technology. The front row passenger seat slides and reclines to offer a relaxing seating position. When folded flat, the seat's rear panel offers modern parents a conveniently integrated
Orbit Baby SmartHub™ docking station within reach.
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The technology behind the unique touch pad controls is ergonomically tucked around the steering wheel to deliver real-time feedback for an efficient commute. The right-hand touch pad is hidden until deployed or detached by the passenger, who can interact online without compromising the driver's control. Via the on-board network, a passenger can request destination directions or audio playlists be integrated in the driver controls. Also woven into the system is OnStar with advanced voice recognition interaction, which allows the driver to do more without taking his or her eyes off the road or hands off the steering wheel.
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Befitting its role as a
Cadillac Cars, the Urban Luxury Concept's interior materials convey luxury through quality and advanced technology. Blue and grey leather dominates the interior space and is contrasted by fabric selected for its high-tech look and feel, and usually found in
couture fashion. It is used on the seats, as well as parts of the instrument panel and door panels. The interior is finished with
carbon-color wood inlays, brushed aluminum accents and ceramic materials. Ambient lighting conveys an
upscale aura that is complemented by the
ultra-modern Tanzanite glow of the touch-screen displays.
