Cadillac’s largest sedan, the 2017 CT6 introduces Cadillac’s first plug-in hybrid model following the disappointing ELR. The large CT6 plug-in hybrid is set to rival other electrified plug-in hybrid sedans, like the BMW 740e, Mercedes-Benz S 550e and Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid. We got to take a quick drive in the 2017 Cadillac CT6 plug-in hybrid and here are the five things we learned about the Cadillac’s latest electrified model:
3Regen On Demand and three driving modes
There are three driver selectable modes: Tour, Sport and Hold. Tour mode is the standard driving mode, but if you want a sportier driving experience you can select the Sport mode. In Sport mode, the steering is tighter and the powertrain is more responsive. Hold mode is perfect if you want to be able to decide when the CT6 plug-in uses its battery power. For example, you could use hold mode when you are on the freeway, which is usually more efficient than on the city streets and then save the battery power for the city center.
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The Regen on Demand system lets you select between four levels of deceleration to recuperate as much energy as you want to go back into the battery. You can select between the four modes via the steering wheel mounted paddle shifts or by putting the shifter into M mode.
