The Cadillac Sollei concept recalls the Cadillac‘s past models particularly the Ciel from 2011 and the classic Eldorado from the 1950s. The choice of Manila Cream paint, a color used in Cadillac models from 1957 and 1958 pays homage to Cadillac’s golden age.
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The Cadillac Sollei’s design is characterized by its clean lines, broad shoulders and a long, elegant body. The lack of conventional door handles replaced by thin buttons.
The Cadillac Sollei features a metallic roof called Daybreak designed to allow sunlight to flood the interior, enhancing the open-air experience.
The taillights which stretch across the rear in a single bar. Measuring 5.68 feet, the coupe-style doors not only enhance the car’s silhouette but also promise easy access even though their size might challenge parking in tight spaces.
From the aluminum windshield frame to the billet aluminum grill header, every metallic element is true to form. Named after the Northern and Southern Lights, the Aurora finish used on metal surfaces reflects Cadillac’s approach to design.
The Cadillac Sollei features hand-cut, hand-laid wood veneers with an open-pore finish. The leather seats with a sunburst motif, showcase Cadillac’s attention to detail.
The interior is adorned with Nappa leather with a pink iridescent pigment that creates a color-changing effect. A unique feature of the Cadillac Sollei is its appeal to bird-watching enthusiasts with custom metal and leather-wrapped cases for 3D-printed bird calls and a leather-bound journal with hand-painted bird illustrations.
A 55-inch, pillar-to-pillar dash-spanning display dominates the dashboard, providing both driver and passengers with a digital experience. The front and rear command consoles are designed for intuitive interaction.
The Cadillac Sollei is built on General Motors’ new Ultium platform, the same one used for the Celestiq. This versatile electric vehicle architecture supports Cadillac’s transition to electric mobility.
Sharing the platform and cabin design with the Celestiq underlines Cadillac’s strategic use of shared technologies to innovate and reduce production complexities.
The Cadillac Sollei exemplifies Cadillac’s new direction in near-limitless customization options. This approach allows customers to tailor their vehicles to show personal tastes and lifestyles.
While the Cadillac Sollei is currently a concept, Cadillac’s focus on bespoke design suggests that a limited production run could be possible similar to the Rolls-Royce Droptail.
The Cadillac Sollei features a 55-inch screen that spans the entire width of the dashboard combining driver information, infotainment and passenger displays into a great experience.
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The interior showcases five different types of natural open-pore wood veneers, hand-cut and arranged. This craftsmanship is visible in door panels and other elements.
The seats boast a sunburst motif with Fine Nappa leather featuring a pink iridescent pigment that mimics a sunrise. The perforation, quilting and embroidery highlight the sun-inspired theme.
Cadillac introduces Fine Mycelium, a bio-based material derived from mushroom roots as an alternative to traditional leather. This material is used for charging mats and door pockets.
The boucle fabric used for carpeting adds texture and warmth, matching the color of the roof material and enhancing the light, airy feel of the interior.
The center console features a beverage cooler with a power glass door, a crystal decanter and tumblers with a sunrise pattern. The Cadillac goddess is subtly etched into the base of the decanter.
A unique feature is the custom bird-watching set, complete with a metal and leather-wrapped case for four 3D-printed acrylic bird calls, a leather-bound journal and a tool roll for pens and pencils.
The Cadillac Sollei has ambient lighting with multiple zones and 126 color options per zone. This allows owners to personalize the interior ambiance to their preference.
Lighting sequences inside the car incorporate a sunburst motif, reinforcing the Sollei’s theme of sun and leisure.
By positioning the Cadillac Sollei as a luxury 2+2 convertible, Cadillac plans to rival high-end brands like Rolls-Royce, Mercedes-Benz and Bentley.
It’s been nearly 50 years since Cadillac last offered a convertible, the El Dorado and 15 years since the XLR. The Cadillac Sollei’s introduction addresses a gap in Cadillac’s lineup.
Cadillac’s plans to reinvigorate its presence in the British market with models like the Optiq and Lyriq align with the Cadillac Sollei’s debut.
While not officially confirmed for production, the Cadillac Sollei is expected to be positioned as a high-end alternative to the Celestiq with pricing likely exceeding $300,000.
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