The Cadillac Ciel is a hybrid electric

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created by

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and unveiled at the 2011 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance. The Ciel has a twin-turbocharged 3.6-liter direct injection V6 producing and a hybrid system using

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technology. The Ciel is a four-seat convertible with a

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of . It was developed at GM Design's North Hollywood Design Center. The Ciel comes with rear suicide doors, and the interior features a smooth wooden

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with a simple gauge look. The word "Ciel" is French for "sky"- which is what the designers had in mind when they made the vehicle. In 2012 and early 2013, Cadillac contemplated developing a production car based on the Ciel. However, in July 2013, they decided not to pursue the venture. At the 2013 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, Cadillac unveiled a new concept, the Cadillac Elmiraj, which is similar in design to the Ciel, except it is a coupe. Both vehicles were designed by Niki Smart. The Cadillac Ciel was featured in the 2015 film '' Entourage'' as a gift from talent agent Ari Gold to the main character Vincent Chase for the success of his directorial debut in the fictional movie, ''Hyde''.

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Ciel Convertibles Full-size vehicles Hybrid electric cars Luxury vehicles Rear-wheel-drive vehicles Cars introduced in 2011 Cars discontinued in 2011 {{modern-auto-stub

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