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Cadillac LYRIQ 2027
- Drive Type: RWD, AWD
- Body Type: 4-door SUV / fastback crossover
- Self Driving: Level 2 Plus
- Airbags: Yes
PROS
- Native NACS port is now built in, granting access to over 25,000 Tesla Superchargers across North America
- EPA range of 326 miles on the RWD variant is competitive within the mid-luxury EV SUV segment
- The LYRIQ's pricing remains relatively flat entering 2027, and at a base of $59,400 it undercuts several European rivals
CONS
- The 400-volt architecture limits average DC fast charging performance compared to 800-volt platforms
- The LYRIQ has no official distributor in Nigeria, Kenya, or West Africa, meaning buyers face grey-market import costs
The 2027 Cadillac LYRIQ is a mid-size all-electric luxury crossover SUV produced by General Motors under the Cadillac brand, positioned in the mid-tier of Cadillac’s expanding EV lineup — above the smaller OPTIQ and below the larger CELESTIQ. It rides on GM’s BEV3 platform and is offered in both rear-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive configurations across multiple trims, with a dedicated performance variant, the LYRIQ-V, sitting at the top of the range. The 2027 model year introduces a native NACS charging port — the most significant technical change for this generation — giving owners direct access to Tesla Supercharger infrastructure without an adapter.
Powertrain & Charging
The 2027 LYRIQ is powered by a 102 kWh battery. The single motor RWD variant carries an EPA-estimated range of up to 326 miles (~525 km), while the dual motor AWD models are rated at 319 miles (~513 km). The high-performance LYRIQ-V is rated at 285 miles (~459 km). All range figures are EPA-cycle. The onboard AC charger is rated at 11.5 kW as standard, with an available upgrade to 19.2 kW on select trims when paired with a compatible 100-amp home circuit. Peak DC fast charging is rated at up to 190 kW. Cadillac quotes approximately 37–41 minutes for a 10–80% DC fast charge under ideal conditions, though real-world average power over a 10–80% session is closer to 90–110 kW due to the 400-volt architecture, which causes the charge rate to taper significantly above 60–70% state of charge. EPA range figures for the 2027 model year had not yet been officially published at time of writing; the figures cited here carry over from the confirmed 2026 ratings and are expected to remain unchanged.
Pricing, Fit & Context
The 2027 LYRIQ starts at $59,400 for the base Luxury and Sport trims in the United States, with the Premium Luxury beginning at $63,400 and the Signature Sport topping the non-V range at $68,500. AWD adds $3,500 to any trim. Nigerian, Kenyan, and South African pricing is not officially available — the LYRIQ does not have a confirmed grey-market import presence at scale in West Africa, though individual parallel imports into Lagos are not uncommon. Rough landed cost estimates in Nigeria would place the base trim in the ₦120–140 million range depending on port charges, duties, and clearing costs, though this is unconfirmed and subject to exchange rate variation.
The LYRIQ suits a buyer in a major Nigerian or South African city who wants a premium American EV with a recognisable luxury badge, has access to home charging, and does not depend on public fast-charging infrastructure for daily use. Within the Cadillac ecosystem, it sits between the smaller OPTIQ (from $50,900) and the larger, more expensive ESCALADE IQ. External competition at similar price points includes the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV and the BMW iX xDrive40 — both of which are priced comparably and more likely to have official distributor presence in South Africa and Kenya. The closest direct comparison model for spec and price is the Mercedes-Benz EQE 350+ SUV, which occupies the same $60,000–$65,000 entry luxury EV SUV bracket with a comparable range rating
Cadillac LYRIQ 2027 Photos
Full Electric Vehicle Specifications
MODEL
| Full Model Name | Cadillac LYRIQ |
| Generation | 2nd generation update (same BEV3 platform, refreshed for 2027) |
| Segment / Class | Mid-size luxury electric SUV |
| Available Trims / Variants | Luxury (RWD / AWD), Sport (RWD / AWD), Premium Luxury (RWD / AWD), Premium Sport (AWD), Signature Luxury (AWD), Signature Sport (AWD), LYRIQ-V (AWD) |
| Powertrain Options | Single-motor RWD · Dual-motor AWD · LYRIQ-V dual-motor AWD (performance) |
| Additional Notes | 2027 is a carryover year with no major platform or feature changes |
LAUNCH
| Reveal Date | 2027 is a running-change update |
| Launch Year | 2027 (MY) |
| Availability Status | On sale — dealer orders open |
| Brand / Manufacturer | Cadillac / General Motors |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Assembly Country | USA (Spring Hill, Tennessee) |
| Markets Available | United States (primary); Canada; select export markets |
| Grey Market Import | Possible via individual import agents into Lagos, Nairobi, Johannesburg — no official channels |
| Base Price (USD) | From $59,400 (Luxury RWD); up to $68,500 (Signature Sport AWD); LYRIQ-V priced above this range |
| Additional Notes | $200 increase over 2026 for most trims; AWD adds $3,500 across the lineup |
BATTERY
| Battery Capacity | ~102 kWh usable |
| Battery Chemistry | NMC (Nickel Manganese Cobalt) — GM Ultium cells |
| Battery Architecture | 400V |
| Thermal Management | Liquid-cooled |
| Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) | 326 miles (525 km) RWD · 319 miles (514 km) AWD · 285 miles (459 km) LYRIQ-V — EPA cycle |
| Energy Consumption | approx. 28–30 kWh/100 mi |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging (Max kW) | 11.5 kW standard; 19.2 kW available on select trims (requires 100A home circuit) |
| DC Charging (Max kW) | Up to 190 kW peak |
| Charging Time (10–80%) | ~37–41 minutes under ideal conditions per Cadillac; real-world average charge rate is closer to 90–110 kW over the session due to 400V taper |
| Battery Warranty | 8 years / 100,000 miles (standard US federal minimum) |
| Cell Brand | GM Ultium (cell sourcing not publicly specified for 2027) |
| Additional Notes | 2027 adds a native NACS port, giving access to Tesla Supercharger network without adapter. CCS1 port retained |
PERFORMANCE
| Motor Type | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Motor Configuration | Single rear (RWD) · Dual front+rear (AWD) |
| Power Output (kW / hp) | 272 kW / 365 hp (RWD) · 384 kW / 515 hp (AWD dual-motor) |
| Peak Power (kW / hp) | 615 hp (AWD) — LYRIQ-V |
| Torque (Nm) | 441 Nm / 325 lb-ft (RWD) · 610 Nm / 450 lb-ft (AWD) |
| 0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. | LYRIQ-V sub-4s |
| Transmission / Drive | Single-speed automatic |
| Drive Mode | Tour, Sport, Snow/Ice, My Mode (available) |
| Launch Control | Available on LYRIQ-V |
| Additional Notes | AWD towing rated at up to 3,500 lbs (~1,588 kg) with trailering provisions |
BODY
| Body Style | 4-door SUV / fastback crossover |
| Body Colour Options | New paint options added for 2027 |
| Platform / Architecture | GM BEV3 |
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) | 4,996 × 1,976 × 1,623 mm |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 3,094 mm |
| Kerb Weight (kg) | ~2,521 kg (RWD); AWD heavier |
| Suspension (Front / Rear) | MacPherson strut (front) / 5-link multi-link (rear) |
| Wheel Size (inches) | 20-inch standard; 22-inch available |
| Tyre Size | 265/50R20 standard; 275/40R22 available |
| Brakes (Front / Rear) | Ventilated disc front / disc rear; 4-wheel ABS standard |
| Parking Brake | Electronic |
| Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) | 793 L (seats up) / 1,722 L (seats folded) |
| Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) | None — no front trunk; storage space is rear-only |
| Towing Capacity (kg) | ~1,588 kg (3,500 lbs) — AWD only with trailering provisions |
| Payload Capacity (kg) | Panoramic fixed glass roof standard; dual-panel power panoramic sunroof available (select trims) |
| Additional Notes | Self-sealing 20-inch tires new for 2027 |
SAFETY
| Airbags (count) | Front, side seat-mounted, curtain (rows 1 & 2), driver and passenger knee airbags |
| Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) | Standard |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | Standard |
| Traction Control System (TCS) | Standard |
| Low-Speed Pedestrian Warning | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) | Standard |
| Child Seat Anchors (ISOFIX) | Standard |
| 360° Camera / Surround View | Available (Surround Vision) |
| Reversing Camera | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | Standard |
| Driver Assistance (ADAS) | Super Cruise (available) — hands-free driver assistance on compatible mapped highways, includes Turn Signal Activated Lane Change |
| ADAS Features | Adaptive Cruise Control, Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Forward Collision Alert |
| Autonomous Driving Level | SAE Level 2+ (Super Cruise — hands-free, not autonomous) |
| Over-the-Air (OTA) Safety Updates | Yes — over-the-air software updates supported |
COMFORT
| Seating Capacity | 5 |
| Seat Material | Leather / Nappa Leather (trim-dependent) |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 8-way power with 4-way power lumbar and memory |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 6-way power |
| Seat Heating | Standard (front) |
| Seat Ventilation | Available (trim-dependent) |
| Climate Control | Dual-zone standard; available tri-zone |
| Steering Wheel | Heated, leather-wrapped |
| Roof Type | Panoramic fixed glass roof standard |
| Ambient Lighting | 126-colour LED dual-zone ambient interior lighting |
| Rain-Sensing Wipers | Standard |
| Electrically Folding Mirrors | Available |
| Noise Insulation | Acoustic laminated glass |
| Bluetooth / Wi-Fi | Both standard; 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot (OnStar) |
| Wireless Charging | Standard (single device) |
| Parking Aids | Front and rear sensors; Surround Vision camera available |
DISPLAYS
| Centre Screen (inches) | 33-inch curved diagonal LED display |
| Driver's Display (inches) | Integrated within the 33-inch curved unit |
| Head-Up Display (HUD) | Available |
| Screen Technology | LED |
| Operating System | Google built-in (Google Maps, Google Assistant, Google Play compatible) |
| Mirror Link / Apple CarPlay / Android Auto | Both wired and wireless — notably the last GM EV to retain this feature according to GMAuthority sources |
| Physical Controls | Row of physical controls on dashboard and centre console retained |
| Voice Control | Google Assistant (built-in) |
LIGHTING
| Headlight Type (LED/Matrix/Laser) | LED — not matrix/laser on standard trims |
| High Beams | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | LED standard |
| Adaptive Headlights | Available (trim-dependent) |
| Welcome Lighting | Choreographed exterior lighting on approach and exit (standard) |
| Tail Light Design | L-shaped upper + vertically oriented lower LED taillights |
| Interior Ambient Lighting | 126-colour LED dual-zone |
INFOTAINMENT & AUDIO
| Sound System Brand | AKG Studio Reference Audio (available) |
| Speaker Count | 7 speakers standard; higher count available with premium audio |
| Streaming Services | Via Google built-in / Android Auto |
| AM/FM/DAB Radio | AM/FM + SiriusXM satellite radio standard |
| Navigation System | Google Maps built-in; offline maps via Google (partial) |
| USB Ports (count/type) | 5 USB ports |
TECHNOLOGY
| Smartphone App Control | Yes — myCadillac app (remote lock, status, charge scheduling) |
| Keyless Entry / Start | Standard |
| Remote Start | Standard |
| Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2H) | V2H-capable — LYRIQ can serve as backup power for a properly equipped home |
| Automatic Parking | Available |
| Remote Climate Control | Yes — via myCadillac app |
| Digital Key | Available |
| AI Assistant | Google Assistant (built-in) |
| Over-the-Air Map Updates | Yes — software and maps |
OWNERSHIP
| Official Dealer Network | USA and Canada — no official presence in Nigeria, Kenya, or West Africa |
| Service Interval | Condition-based monitoring |
| Spare Parts Availability | Good in USA |
| Resale Value | Moderate for US market |
| Insurance Category | High — luxury EV bracket in all markets |
| Roadside Assistance | Included via OnStar (US) — 3-year plan |
| Additional Notes | Battery warranty (8yr/100k mi) is voided under grey-market import outside GM's service network |
Note
| Data Source | GM Authority, CarsDirect, Autoblog, Cadillac.com, Recharged.com, TrueDelta — cross-referenced |
| Last Updated | June 2026 |
| Additional Notes | 2027 EPA range figures are carried over from confirmed 2026 ratings; official 2027 EPA certification not yet published at time of writing. All African pricing is estimate only — no official distributor pricing exists. |
| Editor's Note | Specs marked as "not published" reflect gaps in official documentation, not errors. Do not extrapolate from older model years without verification. |
Disclaimer Note
Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct
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