Cadillac Celestiq: the most exclusive saloon from the American manufacturer, built in ultra-limited production

The Cadillac Celestiq represents General Motors’ most ambitious bet in the field of electric vehicles, standing apart from the rest in virtually every category of its specification sheet. Its length is even greater than that of an Escalade, which already turns heads with its dimensions, and its price places it within reach of very few buyers. This should come as no surprise, since this model is the most luxurious and technologically advanced vehicle Cadillac has ever produced.

The exclusivity of this saloon from the American manufacturer will also be even greater than what was announced at its unveiling a few years ago.

According to the company itself, only 25 units of the Celestiq will roll off General Motors’ assembly line this year. Not one more, not one less. Most of these 25 units already have an owner, but a few are still available for those customers who are interested and have the necessary budget.

This announcement therefore contradicts the company’s initial statements. When the Celestiq was presented in 2022, Tony Roma, Cadillac’s chief engineer for high-performance vehicles, asserted that demand already far exceeded production capacity for the first year. Two and a half years later, the reality is now very different, with some potential buyers who may have given up after waiting so long.

If you missed out on one this year, you’ll have another chance next year

In any case, production of this luxury electric saloon is expected to increase significantly by 2026, provided there is sufficient demand, of course. According to a company spokesperson, today fewer than two units are being assembled per day. This makes it clear that it is an ultra-limited production vehicle.

As might be expected, the Celestiq’s exclusivity is also reflected in its price. Although the American manufacturer has not revealed specific figures on what must be paid to acquire this luxury electric saloon, anyone considering buying one should be prepared for a base price of no less than 300 thousand dollars. That amount could also increase significantly as customization options are added.

There is no doubt, therefore, that at such an inaccessible price the Celestiq will not be a sales success. That will not, however, be a problem for the brand, since the Celestiq aims to show the world how far Cadillac can go in the world of electric mobility when there are no restrictions on costs or a sales volume to meet.