Cadillac's breathtaking Ciel Concept

Cadillac has unveiled the awe inspiring Cadillac Ciel concept car at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance in California.

The Cadillac Ciel – which means Sky in French - is an “open-air grand-touring car inspired by the natural beauty of the California coast,” according to the firm.

It is approximately 300mm longer than the Cadillac CTS saloon, the four-seat convertible concept is powered by a 3.6-litre twin-turbocharged V6 petrol engine, mated to a hybrid system.

The concept’s long and low proportions “evoke the spirit of the classics”, while the pillarless rear-hinged doors reveal a sweeping view of the “dramatic interior”.

Other features include 22-inch alloys, striking vertical LED headlamps front and back, a large shield grille and chrome accents.

Inside, the Ciel gets a floating centre console, transparent gauges and a “power-assisted transmission shifter”.

The heated and cooled seats offer a drawer for sun cream, sun-glasses and towels as well as “aromatherapy that is controlled from the rear armrest”.

Pull-out blankets are also available for all three passengers and retract automatically.

Cadillac global design director Clay Dean said: "Large, expressive luxury is innate to Cadillac and the Ciel recalls that heritage, while suggesting where the brand can go in the future.”