 |  |  |  |  |
 |  |  |  |  |
 |  |  |  |  |
Image credits: © Cadillac. GM Corp.
2001 Cadillac Vizon Concept news, pictures, and information | ||
| Tweet | ||
Cadillac's 2001 concept car, the Vizón, slices boldly into the gap between sport utility vehicles and sport/performance wagons wîth sharp-edged Cadillac style. The Cadillac Vizón provides the functionality of a utility vehicle wîth the aesthetics, comfort and performance of a world-class sedan or wagon. It's a powerful, surefooted vehicle that surrounds the driver in modern luxury, style and connectivity. The Vizón seamlessly unites the best qualities of several different kinds of vehicle. It is versatile and functional, and like the Cadillac Evoq and Imaj show cars that immediately preceded it, remains the proud inheritor of the brand's latest blending of art and science.
The Vizón's four-passenger interior features leather seating wîth integrated heating and cooling. Passengers can enjoy infotainment systems such as a DVD player and built-in video screens. The driver's reconfigurable display panel, inspired by Bulgari jewelers, allows for tailoring information that appears on the instrument panel. The overall impression is calm, clean and pure, taking its inspiration from contemporary home and furniture design. The center console extends the length of the car's interior, forming a long box for skis and other activity cargo. This console also supports the front seating, eliminating unsightly and space-consuming rails from the floor under the seats.
The Vizón is powered by a 4.2-liter V8 Northstar engine. Road handling is assured in all conditions by all-wheel drive, now for the first time controlled by the StabiliTrak traction system. The suspension height can also be adjusted for different road and load conditions. While the features resemble an SÚV package, the Vizon delivers a very car-like ride as a result of this ingenious technology and a five-speed automatic transmission. (posted on conceptcarz.com) On the highway, an advanced cruise control system monitors traffic ahead and automatically adjusts the car's speed to maintain a safe following distance. When the obstruction clears, the Vizón resumes its set cruising speed.
The Cadillac Vizón's electronically operated liftgate rises to expose a very practical rear storage area. The load floor in the rear also lifts to form a shelf or to reveal even more storage tucked away. An integrated roof rack allows ease of transporting equipment for a weekend of skiing at a high-end resort or scuba gear for an exclusive underwater adventure. The large power sunroof opens two ways to maximize open-air sensations. The front portion of the panel angles upward for venting, while the larger rear panel retracts into the roof.
The artistic side of the Vizón's includes Bose speakers and a DVD player wîth a built-in screen for the rear passengers. Its science encompasses night vision, a rear-view video system, adaptive cruise control and the StabiliTrak traction control system. As the driver approaches the vehicle, a system called EZ Key identifies the owner through a chip embedded in the key fob; the car unlocks itself and sets seating and mirrors to the driver's position. As the engine starts, a sliding cover on the instrument panel opens to reveal a reconfigurable three-panel instrument display, which allows the driver to choose how and where data about the car is displayed. On the road, the latest version of the OnStar Virtual Advisor offers turn-by-turn navigation through a satellite speaker phone. Even the Vizón's exterior lighting is a blend of art and science. Xenon light projected through Fresnel lenses creates a sharp, slender vertical look for headlamps and taillights …a Cadillac signature.Source - Cadillac
The Vizón's four-passenger interior features leather seating wîth integrated heating and cooling. Passengers can enjoy infotainment systems such as a DVD player and built-in video screens. The driver's reconfigurable display panel, inspired by Bulgari jewelers, allows for tailoring information that appears on the instrument panel. The overall impression is calm, clean and pure, taking its inspiration from contemporary home and furniture design. The center console extends the length of the car's interior, forming a long box for skis and other activity cargo. This console also supports the front seating, eliminating unsightly and space-consuming rails from the floor under the seats.
The Vizón is powered by a 4.2-liter V8 Northstar engine. Road handling is assured in all conditions by all-wheel drive, now for the first time controlled by the StabiliTrak traction system. The suspension height can also be adjusted for different road and load conditions. While the features resemble an SÚV package, the Vizon delivers a very car-like ride as a result of this ingenious technology and a five-speed automatic transmission. (posted on conceptcarz.com) On the highway, an advanced cruise control system monitors traffic ahead and automatically adjusts the car's speed to maintain a safe following distance. When the obstruction clears, the Vizón resumes its set cruising speed.
The Cadillac Vizón's electronically operated liftgate rises to expose a very practical rear storage area. The load floor in the rear also lifts to form a shelf or to reveal even more storage tucked away. An integrated roof rack allows ease of transporting equipment for a weekend of skiing at a high-end resort or scuba gear for an exclusive underwater adventure. The large power sunroof opens two ways to maximize open-air sensations. The front portion of the panel angles upward for venting, while the larger rear panel retracts into the roof.The artistic side of the Vizón's includes Bose speakers and a DVD player wîth a built-in screen for the rear passengers. Its science encompasses night vision, a rear-view video system, adaptive cruise control and the StabiliTrak traction control system. As the driver approaches the vehicle, a system called EZ Key identifies the owner through a chip embedded in the key fob; the car unlocks itself and sets seating and mirrors to the driver's position. As the engine starts, a sliding cover on the instrument panel opens to reveal a reconfigurable three-panel instrument display, which allows the driver to choose how and where data about the car is displayed. On the road, the latest version of the OnStar Virtual Advisor offers turn-by-turn navigation through a satellite speaker phone. Even the Vizón's exterior lighting is a blend of art and science. Xenon light projected through Fresnel lenses creates a sharp, slender vertical look for headlamps and taillights …a Cadillac signature.Source - Cadillac
| GM TO MAKE DOOR UNLOCK, REMOTE START STANDARD | |
 | DETROIT – Remotely unlocking doors, activating horn and lights and remote start for factory-equipped vehicles are among services General Motors will make standard via smartphone for five years through the OnStar RemoteLink Mobile App. GM announced the new RemoteLink Key Fob Services program on Wednesday for OnStar-equipped 2014 Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac models – even if the owner declines to pay for other OnStar services. It is the broadest deployment of remote services offere...[Read more...] |
| 2013 ENCORE RECEIVES IIHS, NHTSA SAFETY ACCOLADES | |
 | DETROIT – The 2013 Encore luxury small crossover brings a smaller footprint and high efficiency to the Buick showroom, but the brand's newest model maintains the commitment to safety, joining all other current Buicks as an Insurance Institute for Highway Safety 2013 Top Safety Pick. The Encore with all-wheel drive also received a 5-star Overall Vehicle Score for safety from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration. With every model sharing the IIHS designation, Buick i...[Read more...] |
| Chevrolet Spark EV Lease as Low as $199 per Month | |
 | Could save owner average $150 monthly in fuel costs based on EPA assessments Chevrolet announced today a low mileage lease on the new 2014 Spark EV 1LT for as low as $199 per month* for 36 months, with $999 due at lease signing including security deposit (tax, title, license dealer fees extra), making the vehicle one of the most affordable EVs on the market. Spark EV's Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price starts at $27,495 – as low as $19,995 net of the full federal tax credit whi...[Read more...] |
| Gm And Onstar Recognized For Ingenuity | |
 | General Motors has won bronze and silver Edison Awards for two corporate initiatives, its global landfill-free program and OnStar Family Link service, respectively. The competition honors game-changing products, services and processes. 'These awards reaffirm our ability to lead in the transformation of the automotive industry with a commitment to innovation that benefits our customers around the globe,' said Jon Lauckner, GM chief technology officer and vice president of Global Research & Dev...[Read more...] |
| OnStar Makes 439 Million Connections… and Counting | |
 | Originally developed as an airbag deployment notification system on three 1997 Cadillac models, OnStar has evolved to offer unmatched safety and security services. Today OnStar also provides everyday services like Turn-by-Turn Navigation, Hands-Free Calling and the RemoteLink Mobile App, leading to more than 439 million interactions – and counting. Over the last 16 years, OnStar has assisted in 191,000 Automatic Crash Response calls. Here are some other numbers contributing to the gaudy stat...[Read more...] |
 2001
Cadillac
models |
| Cadillac Catera |
| Cadillac DeVille |
| Cadillac Eldorado |
| Cadillac LMP |
| Cadillac Seville |
| Similar Automakers | |
| Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Dodge | Ford |
| GMC | Hummer |
| Jeep | Lincoln |
| Mercury | Pontiac |
| Saturn | |
| Cadillac: 2001-2010 |
| Similar Automakers |
| Cadillac History |
| Other models by Cadillac |
| Manufacturer Website |
| Related Articles and Event Coverage |
| 2002 Cleveland OH |
| 2001 Detroit MI |
| 2001 New York NY |
| ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
© 1998-2012. All rights reserved. The material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
