2016
Cadillac ELR

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Notable features

$10,000 price cut for 2016
More power, revised steering and suspension for 2016
Two-door luxury coupe
Range-extended electric drivetrain
39-mile EV range, 330-mile total range
5-hour recharge time on 240-volt service

The good & the bad

The good

Styling, inside and out
Top-notch interior materials
High-torque electric powertrain
20-inch wheels standard

The bad

Imperfect CUE multimedia system
Touch-sensitive control panels
Outward visibility
Limited trunk space
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Expert 2016 Cadillac ELR review

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Vehicle Overview

The Cadillac ELR is a range-extended luxury coupe that debuted as a 2014 model. It had the same plug-in battery-electric system as the 2011-2015 Chevrolet Volt.  Sales were so slow, however, that Cadillac did not produce a 2015 version. In response, Cadillac cut the base price for 2016 by $10,000 and has made improvements to the car.
New for 2016
Software changes boost combined horsepower from the engine and motor to 233 horsepower, and the ELR’s electric-only range is an estimated 39 miles. A new grille shows the new Cadillac crest, and the suspension, steering and brakes have been recalibrated for better performance, according to Cadillac. The standard OnStar emergency communication system includes 4G LTE internet connectivity and Wi-Fi hot spot capability.
Significant Standard Features

  • Plug-in range-extended battery-electric drivetrain
  • 39-mile electric-only range
  • Range-extending 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine
  • Lithium-ion battery pack recharge in about five hours on 240-volt service and 13 to 18 hours on 120-volt service
  • 20-inch aluminum wheels
  • 4G LTE and built-in Wi-Fi hot spot
  • Cadillac User Experience infotainment system
  • Blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • Performance Package with sport suspension, summer tires and performance brakes
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Premium full-leather seats

2016 Cadillac ELR review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

The Cadillac ELR is a range-extended luxury coupe that debuted as a 2014 model. It had the same plug-in battery-electric system as the 2011-2015 Chevrolet Volt.  Sales were so slow, however, that Cadillac did not produce a 2015 version. In response, Cadillac cut the base price for 2016 by $10,000 and has made improvements to the car.
New for 2016
Software changes boost combined horsepower from the engine and motor to 233 horsepower, and the ELR’s electric-only range is an estimated 39 miles. A new grille shows the new Cadillac crest, and the suspension, steering and brakes have been recalibrated for better performance, according to Cadillac. The standard OnStar emergency communication system includes 4G LTE internet connectivity and Wi-Fi hot spot capability.
Significant Standard Features

  • Plug-in range-extended battery-electric drivetrain
  • 39-mile electric-only range
  • Range-extending 1.4-liter four-cylinder engine
  • Lithium-ion battery pack recharge in about five hours on 240-volt service and 13 to 18 hours on 120-volt service
  • 20-inch aluminum wheels
  • 4G LTE and built-in Wi-Fi hot spot
  • Cadillac User Experience infotainment system
  • Blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • Performance Package with sport suspension, summer tires and performance brakes
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Premium full-leather seats

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
4 years / 50,000 miles
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Battery
8 years / 100,000 miles
Maintenance
4 years / 50,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
6 years / 70,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
5 years / less than 60,000 miles
Basic
New: 4 years / 50,000 miles bumper-to-bumper; CPO: One year / unlimited miles bumper-to-bumper
Dealer certification
172-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.9 / 5
Based on 13 reviews
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Comfort 4.8
Interior 5.0
Performance 4.8
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.9
Reliability 5.0

Most recent

  • By My first Cadi from Kingwood, TX
    Owns this car
    March 12, 2020

    auto reviwers are way way way off

    I just got my 2016 ELR with performance package and ACC, this car is amazing, nice quiet smooth friendly environment ride, and the look of the car is just stoning. Every day reading the manual I discover a new exiting feature like the "Competitive Driving Mode" which is even better performing than the Sport mode, so the car has five driving modes. The professionals auto reviewers are way way way off about this car when providing negative marks on it
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By JoeRinHouston from Houston, TX
    Owns this car
    December 21, 2019

    A car NOW well worth it

    I think the car does exactly what it is supposed to. It allows road trips without having to find charging stations. Although the generator can be loud and obnoxious, it is well worth it.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By VettesRule from Torrance, CA
    Test drove this car
    September 2, 2019

    Test drive made me want one!

    Very nice car with good power on electric motor (didn't get to experience the gas engine. Beautiful interior with carbon, alcantara and leather trim. Limited back seat space for tall people and a smallish trunk. I missed knobs on the infotainment system but the sound from the sound system was very good. Quite ride and very good brakes. Limited exterior color availability from used cars. Wish Cadillac still made this car!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
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  • By GZX from Cincinnati, OH
    Owns this car
    June 10, 2019

    ELR is awesome, Volt done the Cadillac way

    The car is Awesome, it is as fun to drive as it is good looking, this is what the Chevy Volt Concept was supposed to be. It is essentially a Gen1 Volt powertrain with a Cadillac body, suspension, interior and wheels. Rolls on 20's with much wider tires. If you commute <40 miles a day you will rarely use any gas, just plug in the ELR when you get home and in a few hours you are ready to roll for another 40 miles of clean silent driving.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By REM from OH
    Owns this car
    May 19, 2019

    Most amazing car Ever! And it’s USA/UNION MADE

    ELR is amazing! It’s electric range is 35-40, and then automatically switches to gas and adds driving range upto another 300 miles. And The warrantee is 100,000 miles on battery and drive train. It’s the most comfortable, smooth and quiet car I’ve ever drove. Just amazing
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Ron from Elgin il
    Owns this car
    April 8, 2019

    Nice car, very different, i love it

    Nice car, ride has different mode, never worry when battery dies, engine take over. Basically has two fuel guages, just dont let both of they go empty!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 3.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Vandavette1 from Orlando Florida
    Owns this car
    April 1, 2019

    I loved and I full recommend

    since this car came out as a prototype I fell in love with him, his lines and all his technological advances. I own two of them one in black and the other in silver in addition to a cadillac cts, the handle them is a delight and its acceleration is not as shown in videos on YouTube, it is also the only vehicle that is the same as the original prototype plus there are only Approximately 2,000 of them around the world. I'm a profession mechanic and I can guarantee you that this is a car that when you go on the street you turn heads. I have seen people taking pictures with my car in the parking lots and they even ask me if it is 2019, because they had never seen it before. This car with its refined lines and design will remain for a long time looking like a newly purchased car.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Lestat from chicago,il
    Owns this car
    January 7, 2019

    extremely reliable

    I get very good mileage. I can go without charging and get.. 33 to 35 mpg. I'm up on the empg or what ever, but in town I canf go weeks witnout getting gas. forgive the spelling.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By ELR owner from Wichita, KS
    Owns this car
    November 25, 2018

    Arguably better than Tesla

    I love the Tesla and it is definitely my second choice after the ELR. I think a used Cadillac ELR is a better purchase than a used Tesla for these 5 reasons 1) Tesla's have held their value so you can now get an ELR for a lot less money than a Tesla. You get more car for your money with the ELR. 2) I do 95% of my driving on electric alone. On the rare occasion I drive a long road trip, I run on gas. The Tesla requires stopping and waiting for recharge. 3) Tesla doesn't allow you to buy any parts and doesn't always allow other mechanics than their own to work on the cars. 4) Though taste is subjective, I think the interior on the ELR is much nicer than the Telsa interior. It has much nicer materials, lots of wood trim and leather. The minimalist interior of the Tesla is cool now since it's new, but after the newness wears off, it will just look plain and stark. 5) The large screen on the Tesla is cool, but I like actual buttons and knobs of the ELR much better than having to use the touch screen to do everything like in the Tesla. It's dangerous to have your eyes leave the road which a touch screen requires.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Rphmom13 from King Park, NY
    Owns this car
    July 5, 2017

    Love! SMOKING HOT!

    The ride is fabulous! Comfortable, smooth, classy. Best car I've ever owned. Love that it's electric. Does have a 9 gal gas tank. Gas is so efficient. I love the pick up on it too!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By House18 from MD/DC area.
    Owns this car
    May 22, 2017

    In love with my 2016 ELR.

    Miles: 5,100 after one year of driving. I am 6'3" tall. I could not be happier with this car. My dad owned a 1968 Coup de Ville with everything. Oh, to see the look on his face if he could see me driving this car. The car turns heads and is admired by people from all walks of life. (No exaggeration). It is stunningly beautiful and will never go out of style. Performance is very good especially manuvering around town under electric power. It has the extended range kit and I typically get betwwen 40-50 EV miles per charge, depending on ambient temperature. I drive 70% electric and have not even bothered to install a level 2 charger at home. I simply "top off" each night when I come home from work. My garage at work offers a free "juice" bar. My last gas powered highway trip was 36 MPG. Approximate cost to fill the 9 gallon tank with premimum fuel is $24.00. I generally will carry only a half tank of gas or less, unless I have an extended highway trip planned. Acceleration will push you back in the seat, off the line. The 233 HP produces more than enough power for high speed highway cruising, although top end speed as with most electrics, will not equal that of combustble engines you may be used to driving. Note: the 2016 ELR is a very different and much upgraded car from it's debut version in 2014. The engine, range, Cadillac Cue and Nav were all upgraded from 2014. (There was no 2015 ELR). My remarks pertain only to the 2016 model which I own. The car is extremely comfortable. However, as with any coupe it is at best, a three seater. One unexpected added bonus is that it has become a "Unicorn" and I expect that the value will hold or appreciate very nicely overtime. No matter for me either way, since I have no plan to ever sell this car. Best advice: Ignore any professional car review on the 2016 ELR and focus only on what OWNERS post in their reviews. You will see an overwhelmingly high satisfaction fact.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By eligal123 from Cape Coral Fl
    Owns this car
    May 21, 2017

    Excellent car

    Is good car don't have much cars like this car is fast and is saving gasoline is fun cars i like this car
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Having fun
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Cadillac ELR?

The 2016 Cadillac ELR is available in 1 trim level:

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What is the MPG of the 2016 Cadillac ELR?

The 2016 Cadillac ELR offers up to 31 MPG in city driving and 35 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What is the electric range of the 2016 Cadillac ELR?

The 2016 Cadillac ELR can travel 36 - 40 electric-only miles before the gas engine kicks on.

EPA-estimated range is the distance, or predicted distance, a new plug-in vehicle will travel on electric power before its battery charge is exhausted. Actual range will vary depending on driving conditions, trim level, driving habits, elevation changes, weather, accessory usage (lights, climate control), vehicle condition and other factors.

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Is the 2016 Cadillac ELR reliable?

The 2016 Cadillac ELR has an average reliability rating of 5.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Cadillac ELR owners.

Is the 2016 Cadillac ELR a good Coupe?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Cadillac ELR. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.9 / 5
Based on 13 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 5.0
  • Performance: 4.8
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.9
  • Reliability: 5.0

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