About the Cadillac Lyriq

The Lyriq is Cadillac’s first all-electric model. It’s also one of the newest Cadillacs, having just launched for the 2023 model year. Competitors include the Audi Q8 e-tron, BMW iX, Jaguar I-Pace, and Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV.

What are the advantages of the Cadillac Lyriq?

Stylish design
Comfortable
Impressive electric range

What is the best Cadillac Lyriq model year?

Cadillac only offered a limited number of configurations in the Lyriq’s initial model year. Starting with the 2024 model year, Cadillac added more trim levels, as well as a dual-motor all-wheel drive (AWD) powertrain to supplement the single-motor rear-wheel drive (RWD) powertrain available at launch.

What are the disadvantages of the Cadillac Lyriq?

Unintuitive technology
Advanced safety features are not standard

Comparison: Is the Cadillac Lyriq better than the Genesis GV60?

The Lyriq is a bit bigger than the Genesis GV60, and offers more maximum range at 314 miles, compared to 294 miles for the Genesis. But the GV60 offers faster charging and a better warranty than the Lyriq.

Is the Cadillac Lyriq a reliable car?

It’s too soon to judge the Lyriq’s long-term reliability, but the newness of the underlying General Motors Ultium battery hardware could mean that owners are in for some teething problems.

Is the Cadillac Lyriq worth the cost?

The Lyriq is one of the best luxury SUVs in its price range—electric or otherwise. It’s also competitively priced against the electric offerings from rival brands.