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2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ
There are no major changes to the Cadillac Celestiq for 2026. All models have a dual-motor all-wheel-drive electric powertrain making 655 horsepower, standard adaptive air suspension and rear-wheel steering, with an Ultium battery good for 303 miles of range. MSRP is an estimated $361,000. It has a 55-inch pillar-to-pillar display, and production is limited to roughly 400 units per year.
Current archiveChecked Aug. 28, 2026United States specification
PowertrainDual electric motors
Output655 hp
DrivetrainStandard AWD
Seating4
Decision answers16Trim, ownership and verification
What changed for 2026
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says there are no major changes to the Celestiq for 2026.
Pricing and powertrain for 2026
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists an estimated MSRP of $361,000. All models come with a dual-motor all-wheel-drive electric powertrain making 655 horsepower, drawing from an Ultium battery pack large enough for 303 miles of range per charge, with standard adaptive air suspension and rear-wheel steering.
AutoEdgeView (opens in a new tab) says the Celestiq shares its GM Ultium platform with the Hummer EV and Chevrolet Silverado EV, wrapped in bespoke coachwork with a 55-inch pillar-to-pillar display, with production limited to roughly 400 units per year.
How it compares to its closest rivals
AutoEdgeView (opens in a new tab) says the Celestiq isn't chasing Tesla Model S Plaid volume; instead it competes with the Rolls-Royce Spectre, Bentley's upcoming EV, and the upper echelon of the Mercedes-Benz EQS, with a distinctly American, tech-forward approach.
Questions buyers ask
What's new for the 2026 Cadillac Celestiq?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) says no major changes.
How much does the 2026 Cadillac Celestiq cost?
Car and Driver (opens in a new tab) lists an estimated MSRP of $361,000.
Research paths
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Record summary
What to know first
Every CELESTIQ is individually hand-built to order with a shared 655-horsepower dual-motor AWD powertrain; customization is in materials and appointments rather than a trim ladder.
Model-year note
There is no separate trim ladder. Every car is one configuration customized per buyer, built at roughly two units per day.
Trim map
How the lineup separates.
Trim descriptions identify the meaningful change from one trim to the next; individual options can still vary.
| Trim | Place in the lineup | Notable equipment |
|---|---|---|
| CELESTIQ | Only trim | Dual electric motors standard, 655 hp, standard AWD, 55-inch pillar-to-pillar HD LED display and dual 12.6-inch rear displays standard, 4-quadrant smart glass roof with Suspended Particle Device tech and Ultra Cruise hands-free driving standard |
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Only trim
CELESTIQ
- Dual electric motors standard, 655 hp, standard AWD
- 55-inch pillar-to-pillar HD LED display and dual 12.6-inch rear displays standard
- 4-quadrant smart glass roof with Suspended Particle Device tech and Ultra Cruise hands-free driving standard
Complete certification table
1 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50197CELESTIQ | Electric motor / not listedEV | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (A1) | Electricity | 84 | 77 | 81 | 303 mi |
Direct answers
16 questions tied to this model-year.
Each answer names its source.
Q01How many trims does the 2026 CELESTIQ come in?
The 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ (hand-built full-size electric sedan) is offered in one trim, CELESTIQ.
Source: Cadillac
Q02What are the 2026 CELESTIQ trims?
The 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ comes in one trim, CELESTIQ.
Source: Cadillac
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2026 CELESTIQ use?
The 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ is built around Dual electric motors, rated at 655 horsepower across its hand-built full-size electric sedan body style.
Source: Cadillac specifications
Q04Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2026 CELESTIQ?
The 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ is offered with Standard AWD.
Source: Cadillac specifications
Q05What changed for the 2026 CELESTIQ?
There is no separate trim ladder. Every car is one configuration customized per buyer, built at roughly two units per day.
Source: Cadillac model-year information
Q06How much cargo space does the 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ have, per EPA measurement?
The EPA lists 14 cubic feet of measured luggage or cargo volume for the 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q07What torque do the 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ's wheel nuts need?
The 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ owner's manual gives 140 lb-ft as the wheel-nut tightening torque. Source: 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q08What brake fluid, refrigerant and key-fob battery does the 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ use?
The 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ owner's manual names DOT 4 brake fluid. Source: 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q09How much cargo space does the 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ have?
Cargo volume is 31.6 cu ft. Documented for the 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ in Web search aggregate (Edmunds/KBB/GM research pages), read 2026-09-10.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q10What is the 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ's electric range?
EPA-estimated electric range is 303 mi. Documented for the 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ in Web search aggregate (Edmunds/KBB/GM research pages), read 2026-09-10.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q11Does the 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ come with roadside assistance?
Roadside assistance is included for 6 years / 70,000 miles. Documented for the 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ in Cadillac USA Roadside Assistance, read 2026-09-10.
Source: Manufacturer specifications and press materials
Q12How much does the 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ cost?
The base price is $423,050 including an $8,195 destination charge — an MSRP of $414,855 before that, and an increase of at least $60,000 from the prior model year. Customized builds run closer to $450,000.
Source: Autoblog and CarsDirect 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ research
Q13What powers the 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ?
GM's Ultium electric architecture with a 111-kWh battery and dual motors, producing a combined 655 horsepower and 646 lb-ft with all-wheel drive.
Source: Autoblog and CarsDirect 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ research
Q14How is the 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ built?
It is custom-commissioned and hand-assembled at the GM Global Technical Center in Warren, Michigan, with annual production limited to roughly 100-150 units.
Source: Autoblog and CarsDirect 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ research
Q15What ownership perks come with the 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ?
Eight years of connected services and a smart glass roof with a premium etched pattern design.
Source: Autoblog and CarsDirect 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ research
Q16How long does the 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ take to charge at home?
EPA lists 8 hours on a 240-volt Level 2 charger for the CELESTIQ.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ.
Exact-vehicle evidence desk
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Evidence behind the record
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Cadillac CELESTIQ official model pageManufacturer lineup, equipment and specifications
↗ (opens in a new tab)02FuelEconomy.gov vehicle dataEPA-certified configuration and fuel-economy records
↗ (opens in a new tab)03NHTSA vehicle data and recallsVIN attributes, safety campaigns and ratings
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