Announced | 2024, May 29 |
Status | Available to order. Released 2024, Q3 |
Base Price | $ 54,000 |
Power | AWD 300 hp (224 kW) |
Torque | 354 lb-ft (480 Nm) |
Acceleration 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. | 5.2 sec 0-60 mph |
Capacity | 85 kWh usable |
Tech | Lithium-ion NCMA cathode, blended graphite anode |
Range | 302 mi EPA |
Recuperation | Yes |
Heat Pump | |
AC Charging |
Type 2 11.5 kW Type 2 19 kW |
DC Charging | CCS1 |
Others | Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) |
Type | 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
Platform | BEV3 |
Dimensions | 189.8 x 78.0 x 64.7 in (4820 x 1980 x 1644 mm) |
Wheelbase | 116.3 in (2954 mm) |
Clearance | 6.0 in (152 mm) |
Weight | US: 5192 lb curb (EU: 5192 lb unladen) |
Suspension | Coilover Strut front, 5-Link rear with Passive Plus Dampers |
Wheels | R20, R21 |
Trunk/Boot | US: 26 ft³, 57 ft³ max (EU: 26.3 ft³, 56.6 ft³ max) |
Frunk/Bonnet | No |
Towing | US: 1500 lb braked |
Centre | 33" touchscreen (integrated with the driver display) |
Driver's Display | Yes |
Head-Up | Yes, with augmented reality |
Seats | Heated and ventilated front seats with massage, heated rear seats |
Roof | Panoramic glass sunroof, fixed |
Parking Aids | Front and rear sensors, 360˚ camera, reversing camera, enhanced automatic parking assist |
Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
Airbags | Front, side, rear, knee, head airbag system |
Driving Aids | Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Front/Rear Pedestrian Braking, Blind Zone Steering Assist,Front Pedestrian Braking With Bicyclist Detection, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, Reverse Automatic Braking, Side Bicyclist Alert |
The Cadillac Optiq is an all-electric compact luxury SUV that sits below the Cadillac Lyriq in size and price. It’s built on GM’s Ultium platform and aimed at tech-forward, environmentally-conscious buyers.
It offers an estimated 300 miles of EPA range (85 kWh battery), depending on trim and driving conditions.
Level 2 (AC) charging: Up to 11.5 kW at home.
DC Fast Charging: Peaks at around 150 kW (adds ~79 miles in 10 minutes).
Charging speed is slower than some competitors (e.g., Hyundai Ioniq 5, Genesis GV60).
No. Like other recent GM EVs, the Optiq does not support Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. It uses a built-in Google system with Google Maps, Assistant, and Play Store.
Yes, Super Cruise hands-free highway driving comes standard for 3 years. After the trial, it costs $25/month.
Starts in the mid-$50,000 range for base trims, with fully loaded models reaching close to $60,000+.
Two main trims:
Luxury (FWD)
Sport (AWD) with slightly better performance and added design flair.
Yes. Despite being a compact SUV, it offers ample rear legroom, flat rear floor, and a large panoramic glass roof. However, it lacks a front trunk (“frunk”).
FWD version: ~241 hp
AWD version: ~288 hp
0–60 mph: ~5.8 seconds (AWD), ~6.5 seconds (FWD)
As of mid-2025, the Optiq may qualify for up to a $7,500 tax credit, depending on battery sourcing and final assembly location. Check with Cadillac or the IRS EV credit list to confirm.
Tesla Model Y
Hyundai Ioniq 5 / Kia EV6
Volvo EX40 / EX30
Audi Q4 e-tron
Genesis GV60
The Cadillac Optiq is expected to launch in the second half of 2024, with full availability across North America in early 2025.
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