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Cadillac Optiq vs Cadillac Lyriq-V
Cadillac Optiq and Cadillac Lyriq-V are fully electric vehicles in Cadillac’s premium lineup. The Optiq is a luxury sedan targeting buyers who prioritize comfort, technology, and daily usability, while the Lyriq-V is a sport-oriented SUV aimed at buyers seeking higher performance and dynamic driving in a larger EV.
In range, the Optiq offers around 400 km per full charge, slightly below the Lyriq-V’s estimated 380–390 km, reflecting its performance tuning. Charging speeds differ: the Optiq supports up to 200 kW fast charging for 80% in about 25 minutes, while the Lyriq-V handles up to 150 kW, reaching 80% in roughly 30 minutes.
The Optiq is priced lower than the Lyriq-V, reflecting its sedan format and less performance-focused design. Both models are available in select North American and European markets. This comparison helps buyers choose between a comfort-oriented sedan and a performance-oriented SUV within Cadillac’s EV range.
Other Cadillac EVs include the Optiq-V and Celestiq. The Optiq competes with luxury EV sedans such as the Mercedes EQE, while the Lyriq-V rivals performance SUVs like the BMW iX M60 and Audi e-tron S.
Optiq pros: longer range, faster charging, refined interior; cons: smaller cargo space, less dynamic handling. Lyriq-V pros: sportier performance, spacious cabin, high seating position; cons: slightly lower range, slower charging.
QUICK VERDICT; Optiq suits buyers prioritizing sedan comfort and daily usability. Lyriq-V suits buyers wanting performance and SUV versatility.
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MODEL
| Models | Cadillac Lyriq-V |
LAUNCH
| Announced | 2024, May 29 2025, January 23 |
| Status | Available to order. Released 2024, Q3 Coming soon. Expected release 2025, Q1-Q2 |
| Base Price | $ 54,000 $ 80,000 |
PERFORMANCE
| Power | AWD 300 hp (224 kW) AWD 615 hp (459 kW) |
| Torque | 354 lb-ft (480 Nm) 650 lb-ft (880 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 3.3 sec 0-60 mph |
BATTERY
| Capacity | 85 kWh usable 102 kWh usable |
| Tech | Lithium-ion NCMA cathode, blended graphite anode Lithium-ion NCMA cathode, blended graphite anode |
| Range | 302 mi EPA 285 mi EPA |
| Recuperation | Yes Yes |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging |
Type 2 11.5 kW Type 2 19 kW Type 2 11.5 kW Type 2 19 kW |
| DC Charging |
CCS1
CCS, 80% in 81 min |
| Others | Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) |
BODY
| Type | 5 door SUV, 5 seats 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Platform | BEV3 BEV3 |
| Dimensions | 189.8 x 78.0 x 64.7 in (4820 x 1980 x 1644 mm) 197.0 x 78.5 x 64.1 in (5004 x 1995 x 1627 mm) |
| Wheelbase | 116.3 in (2954 mm) 121.8 in (3094 mm) |
| Clearance | 6.0 in (152 mm) 6.1 in (156 mm) |
| Weight | US: 5192 lb curb (EU: 5192 lb unladen) US: 5980 lb curb (EU: 5981 lb unladen) |
| Suspension | Coilover Strut front, 5-Link rear with Passive Plus Dampers 5-link independent with Continuous Damping Control advanced adaptive valve-based damper technology |
| Wheels | R20, R21 R20, R22 |
| Trunk/Boot | US: 26 ft³, 57 ft³ max (EU: 26.3 ft³, 56.6 ft³ max) US: 28 ft³, 60.8 ft³ max (EU: 28.0 ft³, 60.8 ft³ max) |
| Frunk/Bonnet | No NO |
| Towing | US: 1500 lb braked US: 3500 lb braked |
DISPLAYS
| Centre | 33" touchscreen (integrated with the driver display) 33" touchscreen (integrated with the driver display) |
| Driver's Display |
Yes
Yes |
| Head-Up | Yes, with augmented reality Yes, with augmented reality |
COMFORT
| Seats | Heated and ventilated front seats with massage, heated rear seats Heated and ventilated front seats with massage, heated rear seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass sunroof, fixed Panoramic glass sunroof, fixed |
| Parking Aids | Front and rear sensors, 360˚ camera, reversing camera, enhanced automatic parking assist Front and rear sensors, 360˚ camera, reversing camera, enhanced automatic parking assist |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay Wireless Android Auto and Wireless Apple CarPlay |
SAFETY
| Airbags | Front, side, rear, knee, head airbag system 8 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 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 |
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