With production of the Cadillac Celestiq limited to just 25 units for the 2025 model year, we’re more likely to see a Ferrari SF90 XX or Aston Martin Valhalla, statistically speaking. That reference point makes the spotting of the first customer-delivered Celestiq all the more spectacular – an occurrence that was highlighted by Cadillac President John Roth during a recent media briefing attended by Cadillac Society.
“We also delivered into our EV portfolio our first Celestiq, and I noticed that online, a few journalists have caught this vehicle live driving around the California roadways,” Roth said. “I know the delivery happened here at Cadillac House just a few weeks ago, and the owner couldn’t be prouder of taking delivery of this vehicle in California. So proud that he’s driving it and allowing it to be photographed by many of you in the marketplace.”
When probed, Roth maintained the anonymity of the owner of the tastefully specced Cadillac Celestiq.
“We won’t be revealing his name…but this one is on the road, and I know the overall experience with this vehicle has been just absolutely tremendous, and we’re super excited about delivery number two, three, four, and beyond as we move forward here in the coming weeks and months,” he said. Notably, Roth has recently gone on record to say that the luxury marque will likely never produce more than 250 Celestiq fastbacks in a given year.
The Celestiq in question has been seen gracing the streets of Los Angeles, flaunting its Dolce Metallic finish. With a brown-on-brown color combo, the hand-built fastback also features a two-tone interior combo of Cinnamon and Camellia-colored leather, which is accentuated by Rosewood trim.
We can’t help but wonder if the owner has had the pleasure of getting outside of the city limits and stretch the legs of the opulent fastback.
As a reminder, the Celestiq has a base MSRP of $340,000 and generate up to 655-horsepower and 646 pound-feet of torque thanks to its dual-motor all-wheel-drive propulsion system that draws power from a 111-kWh battery pack. The setup allows for sub-four-second zero-to-60 sprint time, and can deliver up to 300 miles per charge.
Michael C Hartman
I think it’s cool. I remember when the fat 1991 Caprice wagon came out. Everyone hated it, including me. Then I saw one that Thom Taylor built at the 1991 SEMA show, and I was hooked. Since then, I’ve owned 5. Next thing you know, everybody wanted one. They became the ultimate wagon for customizing and still are.
Rick H
But did you have to pay over $300,000 for it ?
Dougyfd
The exterior of this vehicle is hideous and no matter how much they hype it that’s never going to change.
Xabier
El problema está en no haber guardado la clientela europea.Soy todavía con mi excepcional CTS 2008 AWD de los escasos Cadillistas locales y esto es por negligencia en la gestión de la Marca. Saludos cordiales.
Zed06
Looking at that complete side view, are you sure this isn’t an updated Aztec? Maybe a Citroen?
GM Owner
So those cars (Aztek and Citroen) are your favorites?
Chris+Cummings
Ad hominem much?
Chris+Cummings
The profile is ungainly. The cut lines are all over the place. The rear quarter is too busy. And the view from directly behind is embarrassingly unremarkable for such a car. I’ve loved Cadillac since 1965, and I have looked forward in recent years to a new top-of-the-line aspirational model. The Celestique is disappointing.
Rick H
For me, this car is a hard pass. Both financially and design wise. My Blackwing has more going for it.