Used 2016 Cadillac ELR Consumer Reviews

Wow - Get One If You Can Find One

I'd never bought an electric car before, so I researched the heck out of this thing before I bought it. I probably read every review and watched every video review out there. Then I went out and drove the car. Going in, I expected it to be very much a mixed bag, with some big compromises I might be able to live with given the heavily discounted price. What I found instead was an absolutely stellar car that just didn't fit the conventional narrative and has really slipped through the cracks. Is it a modern sports car? No. But it has plenty of power, nice handling, etc. The disconnect between what some reviewers said and the car's actual performance was breathtaking. In the kind of driving we all do in the real world, it will give you absolutely nothing to complain about. It looks like it ought to be able to take on a Porsche 911 and it isn't that fast, but that is the only way in which the driving dynamics will disappoint you. Is it a eco-warrior statement car? No. No one will actually realize that you are driving something that is better for the environment than a Prius. So people who want to wear that on their sleeves will hate it because it doesn't make an eco-statement. Also, it is far too plush and luxurious to give off that "I'm sacrificing for the good of the planet" vibe. Is it a traditional luxury car? Not really. It is much more sporty and nimble than a traditional luxury car. The ride is smooth and well-composed, not floaty at all. However, the interior is all luxury car, and the levels of quiet are better than any luxury car I've ever seen. What it really is, is a car purpose-built for the real and relatively uninteresting driving we actually do in the real world. You don't need a huge V8 to putter along in commuter traffic. You don't need a bone-crushing suspension that handles well but beats you up every mile when you only see those twisty car commercial roads in car commercials. In the real world, quiet matters. In the real world, power matters but only up to a point. In the real world, handling and ride quality need to be thoughtfully balanced. In the real world, you shouldn't waste gas getting to work, even when it is cheap. The ELR does every one of those things well, all while looking absolutely amazing. Yes, the backseat is tiny. Yes, it should not have sold for $80k initially. But that is about as far as the legitimate criticisms go. With gas prices low, these things are selling for absolutely absurd prices. They are very rare, so finding one can be a challenge. But if you land one, you will end up with an amazing bargain.

The perfect electric personal luxury coupe v.2

Having leased a 2014 Cadillac ELR (and 2011 Chevy Volt before it), the bar was already set very high. Contrary to the comments of many online detractors, the ELR is -not- simply a dressed up Volt. As any EV advocate should tell you, the fact that the Volt and ELR have the same powertrain configuration does not mean they are the same car. That would be like arguing that any internal combustion engine vehicle (ICEV) is the same as any other because they both have similar engines and transmissions. In an EV, what is a battery but the EV analog to an ICEV gas tank? No one would argue two cars are the same because they have the same gas tank. And the electric motor (be it in a Tesla, Leaf or Volt) is very similar in design from the original EV1 days, so it is more of a one size fits all part far more than the engine and transmission which need to be properly mated to the vehicle application. Lastly, the ICE in the Volt and ELR are designed primarily to provide electricity rather than mechanical energy (although it does that too in limited circumstances). What differentiates the Volt and ELR, then is the software and performance tuning (and the fact that the electric motor is more robust to handle the extra hp and torque). The Volt and ELR provide vastly different driving experiences. Other than the fact that both are silent, you would never confuse driving one for the other. I had previously said that the 2014 ELR was the perfect electric personal luxury coupe. It may not be as fast as a Model S, but it had plenty of torque. Also, whereas the Model S is beautiful, practical, spacious sedan, the beauty of the ELR is that it is the opposite: it is designed to be a personal car first and foremost, not a family car. It is not practical, nor is it intended to be. The 2014 ELR was -exactly- what I wanted: a personal car that can transport my family in a pinch. In my opinion, it is one of the most beautiful expressions of automotive design in history, both inside and out. I thought I could not be happier with the 2014 ELR... ... until I drove the 2016 ELR. Cadillac increased its performance, refined its handling, upgraded its CUE infotainment system with faster processing, more features, and enhanced the interface, and lowered the price. I had to have it, so I managed to transfer my 2014 ELR lease, and leased a new one. After having an ELR for 2 years, I still enjoy simply looking at it. The new '16 ELR is the perfect expression of Cadillac's Art & Science design theme, and is an absolute joy to drive. I cannot praise it enough.

ELECTRIC LUXURY ROADSTER

That's what ELR stands for. Coming from a Volt, I found a 2014 with 9000 miles on it as a great "owners" car considering my lease is coming up very quickly. It's a head turner, people gather around it, they look, they stare and while it's OK with me, it gets unnerving after while. I watch where I park, especially at places like the supermarket, home depot, etc. It is rare to see on the road. It's a partner when you want to drive it in an economical fashion. It's FASTER than the Volt. It handles BETTER than the volt. Forget about passengers. Forget about lots of storage. I took my 65" TV home in my Volt. Forget about it with the ELR. It screams success, it's a very special car. I hate to drive it in the rain, I hate it when it gets dirty, I wax it all the time. I get 40+ miles on EV alone. On gas, I dont compete with MPG as I just floor it. Engine sounds a bit loud, it's ok. 20's from the factory and it's all good. Update.....it's 8/25/17 now.... Still get stares, looks and endless compliments. I now own a '16 GTR Nismo and I get just as much looks and compliments On the ELR as the GTR. Reliable, fun and top of the food chain feelings.

Sold ELR as 3g connections die

Purchased this car from the dealer that had used it for 10,000 miles as a loaner but had not charged the batteries regularly. Lifetime mileage was only 38 mpg when I picked it up but has increased to 65.5 while I drove the next 13000 miles. The performance is a little better than the Chevrolet Volt due to suspension and computer improvements. The availability of power seats, adaptive cruise control, and general luxury interior was justification for trading a 2 year old car and extending payments 2 more years. Adjusting seats while traveling is easy and helps with old age arthritis. Not as practical for hauling as the hatchback Volt but we always have a truck to get things done. I have been using the car locally and most months I don’t buy gas. Last summer took a 1500 mile trip without plugging in and averaged 37 mpg, mostly 70+ mph. Update 2021, lifetime mpg up to 82.6 but only 35000 total miles. Replaced tires 5 years after installation at factory and had to replace expensive 12volt battery due to electronic glitches when car was unused . No problem in over a year. 2021 update - still drives well. Had oil change when computer said only 17% life left. Cadillac charges a lot for service but they seem to get things right. Never have had the auto windshield wipers work as expected. Sold this car after using it for 5 years, 10 months . Sold it for about $6000 less than I paid for it.

I still love it after a year

One year ago I bought a new, no mile, 2014 Model with every option and Kona brown interior. It stickered for over 82K and I bought it for 46k plus tax and registration. I got a $2,000 check from the state, a $500 rebate from the electric company and the $7,500 federal rebate brought the price down another 10 grand to 36k plus tax and registration. The car is simply stunning. It's beautiful inside and out. Whenever I park it I still look back and smile. It's a joy to drive, all the electronics are simple to operate, suspension is superb, plenty of power and the interior is just gorgeous, comfortable and just works. I usually get around 45 miles one a charge. My commute is 44 miles and when I get home unless it's really cold I will still have one or two miles left or will have just run out of charge a mile or so away. When I drive on the weekends the gas engine gets great mileage and I have never been able to hear when it turns on or off. I still get compliments everywhere I go. I have almost 13k miles on the odometer now and have not had one mechanical failure of any sort. Trouble free and stylish-just love this car.

ELR beats Tesla S hands down!!

I wanted a luxury electric car and thought Tesla was the way to go UNTIL I saw the CADILLAC ELR. This car is the way to go if you are looking for a high end electric car that is fun to drive and practical. The all electric cars concerned me since you HAD to plan a long distance trip around charging. The ELS, however has a 9 gallon gas tank there to power the generator to make more electricity- how awesome is that!!! (It is NOT a hybrid with a gasoline engine). My only fault is with the rear seat size - but lets face it, the population that drives an ELR is not running kids to dance lessons - you are way past that! (or have a mini van for the "family car".) Update 6/2017 --- I have since traded this ELR in for a new XT5 since I get a new car every two or three years tops. Unfortunately the ELR didn't catch with Tesla buyers as a BETTER electric car, yet it remained a "head turner" right until the end. I still maintain that until technology puts a charging station at every "gas station" and that electric charging time does not exceed the the time to gas-up, (5-min.) that an electric car with a back up gasoline source to power the generator when you exhaust the charge is the only way to go.

Love my 2016 ELR

After several years of looking at the usual cast of long-range plug-ins (Tesla S and 3, Volt, etc), I finally test drove an off lease 2016 ELR when I saw one in our area. (60 miles away). It took 15 seconds of driving the car to make a decision-a beautiful interior, fantastic sound system, great acceleration, spectacular design-instant joy. With 16k miles (off lease), it was about the cost of a new Volt (32K). After 6 months owning and using the car every day, it is still like a mini-vacation when I close the door and start driving. The interior is all Cadillac-it is beautiful. We have owned several Cadillacs (cars and SUVs) as well as several other cars (Infinity, BMW)-the interior of the ELR is gorgeous and the seats/feel driving are similar to the CTS4 we owned and loved-though with instant torque and about 4-5x the gas mileage! I have a 35 mile round trip commute and never use gas despite using the standard wall plug in charger which takes exactly 20 seconds a day to plug in to the car. Although not necessary for my driving, the game of using paddles instead of brakes to see how far you can go on the battery is actually pretty addictive. So far 45 miles is my best. I also use the car to drive long distances and the ability to not think about charging has been awesome. Even in straight up gas mode, the car gets pretty spectacular mileage without really trying (34-36 mpg in my experience)-remember this is a 3000+lb Cadillac! After 6 months and about 10K driving (filling the gas tank about once a month), I have averaged about 79 mpg in mixed use with a number of 200+ mile trips. Acceleration and power are great in "either" mode (as it is all mediated through the electric drive train) and the heralded engine noise is actually pretty sedate unless you are flooring the car when the battery is empty. If a throaty engine sound when hitting the gas is what you seek, this is not the car for you. The trunk has more than enough room to handle a full hockey equipment bag (about 2 golf bags in size)-though my sticks require using one of the fold down seats. With both seats down, there is actually a lot of unobstructed room -though you may feel some guilt sullying the car. I bought the car in Mid-New Jersey (Gold Coast Cadillac -who were great) but live in the Philadelphia area and have found getting the car serviced was not an issue-something I was worried about given the low numbers produced. Overall, my ELR has proven to be a spectacular car. Absolutely love driving it. Perhaps overpriced when first introduced and with a pretty amusing (courtesy Neil McDonough)/polarizing marketing campaign, they are a great option if you can find one.

Best car I've ever owned!

This car is hands down the best car I've ever had. I have gotten up to 50 miles on an electric charge. I average around 40mpg or more on the generator, no range anxiety of that of a Tesla. It has a super high end interior, the bose system rocks and the seats are comfortable. Its has ever tech feature you need. The acceleration is strong on the low end. The weight distribution is good, since the weight of the batteries are in the center of the car. Handles like a dream, stops on a dime. The styling is a thing of beauty. I love the car, no complaints whatsoever.

You Should Road Test a 2016

There are great deals available. The ELR is discontinued and will certainly become a collectors item. As battery technology improves, it is conceivable ELR battery replacement will become available. This is a car to keep... My 2016 Sport is fast, comfortable, provides great MPGe and is an overall thrill to drive all the time. Cadillac has no idea about marketing and have made a huge mistake by ending its life. I took it to a Cadillac event in NJ recently and everyone was incredibly impressed. Every new Caddy should have a plug-in option and offer technology upgrades as they become available, similar to Tesla. Also, the idiot auto bloggers and journalists haven't a clue when it comes to what people want. It is not always about 0-100. There is not 1 test on a 2016 ELR I can find.

Dr Tasso Pappas recommends 1 a day 4 work and play

In over 30000 miles I have fallen in love with this auto. These are the most comfortable front seats I have ever seen!,,, The headrests are the best in my 20 years of many new and used cars. I commute 1000 a week and with using my level 2 charger overnight I average 54 miles per gallon. The stereo sounds amazing. The CUE system beats that of my Buick and my Yukon. The ElR. Is an impressive vehicle. The seats are simply the best in comfort of any vehicle I have owned. Although the lack lateral support, the comfort is a 10. The ride is a good balance between sport and cruising. No issues besides a need to replace the intellibeam sensor. We also own a BMW i3 and GM's quality and implementation of hybrid technology is dramatically better. Great vehicle.

2014 ELR Off-Lease Steal

While I did get an ELR with 42,000 miles, it also came with a $57,300 discount! Should also be noted that the gas motor currently has only about 9000 miles on it so this vehicle should easily surpass 250,000 combined miles as long as the electric motor is as good as they seem to be. Wonderful car for a commute of 10-15 miles to work each day. Can also plug in while at work and still run errands after work without worrying about running out of charge. Have been going about 4 months and 4000 miles on each tank of gas. The range does drop from 40 to 30 miles in the winter time and the vehicle does run the gas engine when it is cold outside to maintain winter HVAC needs. Would be nice if the winter engine use settings could be adjusted. Overall a great car for someone who doesn't need a back seat for anything more than emergency use.

The Ultimate Commuter Car

The ELR makes my commute so much nicer. It is quiet, it is smooth, it has an amazing sound system, and it's economical. Without too much effort, I can make my 40 mile round trip on electric only. This isn't a fun car you want to rip up mountain roads in; that's not what it's designed to do. It's designed to cart you around town in a quiet, luxurious cocoon that is still responsive and fun to drive. Having the engine backup is vital. There's no way I could do an EV with less than 100 miles of range without being constantly paranoid that I'd run out of juice. The ELR solves that problem. You can milk the batteries for all they've got, then the motor kicks in to keep you going.

Electric Luxury Roadster...the ELR is all that

Quite simply having owned BMW's, Corvette's etc (I love these cars BTW)....The ELR is the greatest car ever. Show stopping styling, luxurious interior, innovative technology. I regularly have strangers ask what it is. Several people have photographed it. In the first 1200 miles I have put on it. my gas consumption is is 0. Need I say more...get one while you can!

The best car I have ever owned

I bought the ElR as an impulse buyer. I saw it thought it had great lines and bought it. I have owned a number of luxury cars over the years from Cadillacs to Lincolns to BMWs this is the best car by far. The volt technology provides great mileage the interior is the best I have owned. The truck offers good room while the backseat is tied is appointed with luxury.

This is an excellent car

Anyone looking at this car probably has a clue... don't buy this (used at least 3 year old car at the time of this writing) if you want a: 1: Pickup truck and need the room 2: need a van or big hatchback because you haul so much stuff 3: This is to be your only car unless you never haul anything of size 4: Have 3 kids that you need to haul around 5: Need a testosterone boost and an extension of your manhood with asphalt burning acceleration and/or big Porsche engine sounds 6: Really want some long range EV and don't care about the fact that you have a range extending gas engine or don't care about range anxiety. Do think about one of these cars (2016) if you want a drop dead great looking car that pictures can't accurately display how nice this car looks in person, with an interior quality that can only be bested by a car costing 3 times it's price when new. If you like regen type driving like a Volt, i3, IPace, you got it in L mode, but with the regen on demand paddle you get regen at double the rate of the normal one pedal driving- it's excellent and highly useful. I never even see dirt on my front wheels from the usual brake pad dust/brake fluid vapor like on most cars. Using the regen paddle and normal regen type of driving makes using the brake a rarity. Car is so reliable, problems are rare and few. Drives great and Voltec technology is very well thought out. Car is way better than I even imagined. Super happy with it! Don't believe idiot reviews from car magazine writers. If you understand what the car is all about before you buy and are okay with it, you will be a happy ELR owner. The reviews on this site are wrong! Here's what they say: Still has a lofty base price - No matter now, at used they're an exc deal! noisy gasoline engine - I don't even notice mine, unless going up steep hill claustrophobic backseat - Untrue, anyone under 5-10" can fit just fine tiny trunk with narrow access - Not THAT small, there's way smaller touchscreen can be slow to respond - Nope -2016 fixed all that. continued use of the original Chevrolet Volt powertrain. Not true, it's way tweaked and way better, so that's just not a good statement making it sound the same - it's not! All in all, I would highly recommend this car to folks wanting a 2 door, maybe no kids, especially with normal 50 mile and under driving per day. regen paddle ALONE will make me keep this car for a long time, not even counting it's great looks! It even came with great looking wheels - a rarity on cars.

Awesome value used

Super mpg! Ghostly quiet. This car is a piece of bold American art. Original retail price was too high but second hand a steal. Already becoming a collectors target. Way ahead of its time. Check out the original commercial on YouTube.

Awseome Cadiallac ELR

The 2014 Cadillac is a joy to drive. it has all the features you would expect in a luxury car and also the responsiveness of a sports car. This vehicle is well engineered. The only negative is it takes over twelve hours to fully recharge the electric battery unless you have the upgraded charging unit.

8 months... Still love it!

This car is a dream to drive and is so easy to live with on a daily basis! I still can't believe it's discontinued.

Love it!

I knew this would be an awesome car. Mis-understood by the market. I have owned several Cadis. This one has the nicest interior. Show stopping exterior. There is lots of talk out there about lack of horsepower. I am thrilled with the "pick-up". Being electric, the torque is really awesome! I can punch holes in traffic easily and I leave everyone in the dust at stoplights. Does NOT feel underpowered at all. My commute to work allows me to use electric only. WOW!

A Great Auto

This vehicle is without doubt the finest one I have ever owned. And it goes without saying, it is the most beautiful.

Luxurious Economy/Comfort with Style

Style like no other modern day automobile. Great comfort for two and super economical to drive. Blind spots are not as bad as you might think and, of course, the back-up camera helps. Performance is very good, handling is great, ride is adjustable - four settings from touring to all out performance and mountain driving with the tip of the finger. Wind noise is non existent but a little road noise is present with the Z rated performance tires currently on the car. I will opt for good all season radials when replacement is required. I bought mine used with 55000 miles last September (2019) so the "big" depreciation was gone. Price was less than a later model Chevy Camaro but there is no comparison between the two. Because so few were built (about 2500 2014 models) they could become somewhat of a collectable. I'll probably never see that in my lifetime but who knows. In the meantime I will enjoy it all I can.

ELR

ELR is the future. Great two door commuter car or for the weekend. Inside comfort is nice. I like the combo of touch screen and buttond. Seats are very comfortable. I think a price of $60 k to $65 k is fair for this 2 door luxury futuristic coup.

Excellent car. Underrated by critics.

Beautiful car, very luxurious. Lots of thumbs up from other cars on the road. Electric driving with no range anxiety.

Upgraded from the 2014 to a 2016 ELR

I really like this car. Had the 2014 , went through a few others (CT5, and the electric CT6). The ELR is just more fun. Looks great and always draws a crowd, Don't believe the "professional reviews, this car has plenty of acceleration. Look at what the owners say. All 5 star. I have a 220 plug at work so for my commute I never buy gas or pay for electric. Company gets a tax break, so we all win. Interior is the best of any car I have owned. Traded a Porsche Boxter S for it, and could not be happier. Go get one, if you can find one of the 3000 Caddi made. If you do you will own one of the most limited edition luxury cars on the road. Oh, it is a green vehicle as well. So feel good about you!

2016 Cadillac ELR

Great car. Upgraded from Volt and very happy with purchase

Great car

Love it. For short commutes on the battery or long hauls on the motor generator, a very comfortable and economical ride and the transition from spent battery to motor generator is seamless at any speed. Great styling and performance. Can't believe they've discontinued it. LOVE IT!!!!

Sweet unique ride

I've owned a number of cars. Most of them sporty - fast. The ELR is not a great cornering car, and it isn't a hot rod. It is a very nice smooth and mostly quiet ride with a nice sound system. I feel like I'm driving a cloud, surrounded by comfort. I bought this unique car through Vroom which I would NEVER do again. The car is very nice, but Vroom drops the ball on so many levels.

Rolling Archtecture for the Gas-Elect Transition

The ELR will bridge the gap until I receive my 1,000-mile-per-charge all-electric Aptera (google it). The ELR replaced my all-electric Chevy Bolt, used around town, AND my Prius, used for extended trips where the Bolt was impractical due to charging times. Now both jobs are handled by the ELR. When I'm in town, which is 95 percent of the time, I'm using 100 percent wind-generated electricity purchased from Arcadia Power and delivered to my house. Extended cross-country trips begin with 40-50 all-electric miles and then the car behaves like a typical hybrid. On all gas, it gets 45 mpg at 65 mph and 37 mpg at 80, very respectable for such a heavy, safe car. I have had it for 3 years and nearly 30,000 miles and the repair cost has been $0, not surprising since underneath the MOMA-worthy body, meaning mechanically, it's a Chevy Volt, well-respected by now for its reliability. That's good because only 2,900 ELRs were ever made (in 2014 and 2016), of which perhaps 2,500 survive, yet mechanical parts are quite plentiful as are mechanics who know how to install them. I think the ELR is one of the more beautiful automotive designs in existence and I am quite sure that eventually it will be appreciated as such. Most admirers speak of the exterior. But the interior is equally beautiful and daringly creative, with cascading layers of leather. As others have mentioned, the weak point is the back seat, where it's all form and no function, best suited for kids and contortionists. A better design would have deleted the seats and incorporated that space into the trunk, also on the small side. Although in fairness, once you're back there, if you can get back there, it's not as bad as I'm making it sound. Due to its stiff suspension, huge tires, and low, heavy (batteries) center of gravity, the handling is crisp and solid with minimal body roll. The car feels safe. The gas motor serves as a generator. When the car is running on its batteries the motor is off. I would estimate 50 percent of my car's miles have been driven on electricity only. So the motor has only seen half the miles that show on the odometer (78,000 as of this writing) and therefore the motor should last twice as many chassis miles as in a pure gas car. That's no small thing yet it is rarely mentioned as a plus with a PHEV. I don't use the mechanical (foot) brakes except to hold the car at a light. Regeneration provides all the braking necessary. The brake pads, at 78,000 miles, have no visible wear and will no doubt last the life of the car. For nearly 20 years I drove a first-generation Honda Insight hybrid heroically, getting 70 mpg average for 200,000 miles, and often getting 90-115 mpg on highway trips of 300-plus miles. It was a very green and very ugly vehicle. The ELR is a transition car that doesn't pollute around town and is a stunningly beautiful piece of art. It's a delight to look at and be in, especially after the Insight. I don't know what the future will bring, but based on my 3 years of experience, I would recommend this as a transitional car, if you can find one, while you, too, await your Aptera (which will be 3x as efficient as a Tesla Model S).

Amazing!!!

I’ve had two cadi’s... My 2016 elr is by far the best yet... Amazing that they discontinued this beast!!! The looks I get driving this beautiful car, is satisfying for sure... Can’t wait to see what they come up with next...

Smitten!

Well, I acquired this on one of those screaming lease deals...zero down/$499 a month. The sticker price was too expensive for me to consider to buy, but I thought it was a unique vehicle, and having gone through a Nissan Leaf and two Ford C-Max Energis, I wanted to stick with a plug-in; the freedom from gasoline stations is a subtle lifestyle enhancement that I would never trade away...AND, remember the commercial about the Chevy Volt owner who puts gas into her car so seldom that she forgets how...? ME! I forget all the time...but they put the gas tank release in the door so it isn’t in the most intuitive spot... So far, I have averaged 115MPG over the life of the lease. Three years ago I started my life with this car and was sort of troubled by the exclusivity, the beauty, the speed, the quietness...everything about this car is meant to make you feel calmer, and stress free—except the looks. Everyone asks about it, gawks at it, drools over it, insists there is a “V” version. This car is way too fine a vehicle for a fifty-something dad. Now, three years later, with the lease about to expire, I am paralyzed at the thought of a day without this gorgeous car. What am I to do? Buy it? Or Buy a new, lesser car? Decisions decisions. I have a few gripes. 1. The USB port is inside a cubby that my hand does not fit into (thus, being a dad does have its rewards). 2. A manual parking break...really? Even my wife’s Kia engineered that away. 3. No ventilated seats...??? Again, Kia...

Why did they stop producing the best looking caddy

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GREAT CAR

Dream Come True

Love, love, love this car! Beautiful automobile, often get comments about the looks of the car, it has been very reliable, and very comfortable. I bought it used, for about 1/3 the list price. It charges overnight, electrically goes about 38-45 miles (which covers 99% of our typical trips) but has a gas engine to extend our range as needed. This car is perfect for us...

Very nice car

I picked up the car with no charge and quickly noticed how good the milage was with no charge. Dispute other reviews, the car is quiet in EV mode and when the motor/generator is on. This car rides so smooth and attracts much attention, I look forward to driving it more and more. Thank you.

beautiful car

only trouble is that the doors are so long you have to be carefull parking. fantastic car!

50,000 miles

2 problems: both fixed under original warranty: 1. CUE touchscreen failed; 2. battery coolant sensor failed. Now gets 30 mi on battery alone. Always used 110v charging. Hardly ever use gas. Year-old gas trigger mode where car runs on gas-only until you refuel.

Great car

This car is fun to drive. Smooth ride great handling. The mpg is better than I thought I'd get.

Like commuting in a Spa

I was looking for a PHEV in 2018 and bought a used 2016 ELR instead of a 2018 Volt. It was wonderful. As a hybrid I got 33-34 mpg which is the best mileage a Cadillac ever got. I commuted for 5 years on primarily electric (and charged overnight on a regular 110V and standard charger) and almost never bought gas. I did monthly 100+ mile trips to the shore and 300+mile trips to Boston and NYC on occasion for business which absolutely sold me on the PHEV concept -no range angst and still got great mileage on long trips. Sadly, when I bought a PHEV SUV last year that can tow a boat, I only drove the ELR on an intermittent basis-though I kept it over a year because I still loved to drive it and just loved to look at it-it is beautiful. If you see a red 2016 2 owner ELR, 1 accident (prior owner), 42K miles -seriously consider buying it -it was very well cared for, has lots of miles left to go, and is still a fantastic car way ahead of it's time