Comparison
Cadillac Lyriq vs Rivian R1S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Rivian R1S 326 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Cadillac Lyriq $64,115 vs $102,190
Faster charging Cadillac Lyriq 34 min vs 49 min
Weighted profile Cadillac Lyriq 6.4 vs 3.6
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Rivian R1S
410 mi vs 326 mi
Value winner
Cadillac Lyriq
$197/mi vs $249/mi
Charging winner
Cadillac Lyriq
34 min vs 49 min
Efficiency winner
Cadillac Lyriq
368 Wh/mi vs 399 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Rivian R1S
126.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Cadillac Lyriq | Rivian R1S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | LYRIQ | Dual Max (22in) |
| MSRP (USD) | $64,115 | $102,190 |
| Range | 326 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 368 Wh/mi • 2.72 mi/kWh | 399 Wh/mi • 2.51 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 107.5 kWh | 142.3 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 255 kW | 496 kW |
| AC max | 12 kW | 12 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 34 min | 49 min |
| Roadtrip score | 74.8 | 68.4 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 90 mi | 76 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 197 $/mi | 249 $/mi |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 28 cu ft | 18 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 3,501 lb | 7,716 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Rivian R1S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 326 mi).
- Choose Cadillac Lyriq if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 34 min vs 49 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Cadillac Lyriq looks better ($197/mi vs $249/mi).
Weighted verdict
Cadillac Lyriq has the stronger weighted profile (6.4 vs 3.6).
Cadillac Lyriq6.4 Rivian R1S3.6 255 kW34 min 496 kW49 min
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