Cadillac Chief Says Don't Expect A High-Performance Escalade - Business Insider
Since taking up the reins at Cadillac, long-time Audi exec and former boss of Infiniti Johan de Nysschen has been dropping plenty of hints about the American luxury brand’s future. Cadillac is in the midst of significant change, with the brand already announcing a new naming strategy plus a move of its headquarters to New York City. Beyond these models, de Nysschen has previously hinted at a replacement for the ELR and two new flagship models positioned above the CT6 (another sedan and a sporty model that some are already calling an XLR successor). Speaking with Car and Driver , de Nysschen said a diesel engine would be available in some Cadillac models “around 2019. ” He said the option was crucial for Cadillac’s global expansion, particularly in Europe. He wants to grow the V-series lineup to about five or six models, and he sees at least one of them being a high-riding model. During the recent interview, de Nysschen also touched once again on the possibility of a sporty model, perhaps even a dedicated sports car like the Porsche 911 or the Audi R8 and Mercedes-AMG GT. He said he can imagine Cadillac having such a car... Source: www.businessinsider.com
