General Motors had quite a bit to show at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show (CES), including a sneak peek for the Cadillac Celestiq concept. Set to preview the brand’s upcoming flagship EV sedan, the Celestiq will be built on the same modular Ultium platform that underpins the Lyriq SUV as well as models from other GM brands like Chevrolet, GMC and Buick.
According to Cadillac, the Celestiq will
boast “a dramatic presence, a low profile and rearward proportions,” with an
emphasis on luxury and technologies. Notable features include an all-wheel
drive electric powertrain, four-wheel steering and a large glass roof.
The last bit is prominently showcased in a
short video posted by the carmaker, and it features a four-quadrant,
suspended-particle-device smart glass. Based on the demonstration, the driver
and passengers will be able to individually set the level of transparency in
their respective quadrants. For example, the driver can opt to have their
section of the glass fully opaque, while passengers can choose to welcome
sunshine.
That’s not the only highlight of the
cabin, as the Celestiq will also sport a pillar-to-pillar “freeform” display
with active privacy function to help mitigate driver distraction. Even the rear
passengers get their own personalised displays, with additional screens on the
rear centre console for control over seat and entertainment settings.
As for the exterior, the Celestiq will
carry similar cues seen on the Lyriq, including the light-up grille, slim light
signatures, prominent vertical headlamps at the edges, and crafted taillights
at the rear. It will reportedly carry a fastback design and occupy quite a
sizeable footprint too.