Comparison
Cadillac Lyriq vs Tesla Model 3
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model 3 326 mi vs 363 mi
Best value Tesla Model 3 $64,115 vs $42,490
Faster charging Cadillac Lyriq 34 min vs 36 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model 3 4.3 vs 5.7
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model 3
363 mi vs 326 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model 3
$117/mi vs $197/mi
Charging winner
Cadillac Lyriq
34 min vs 36 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model 3
246 Wh/mi vs 368 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Cadillac Lyriq
95.5 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Cadillac Lyriq | Tesla Model 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | LYRIQ | Long Range RWD |
| MSRP (USD) | $64,115 | $42,490 |
| Range | 326 mi | 363 mi |
| Efficiency | 368 Wh/mi • 2.72 mi/kWh | 246 Wh/mi • 4.07 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 107.5 kWh | 82 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| DC max | 255 kW | 208 kW |
| AC max | 12 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 34 min | 36 min |
| Roadtrip score | 74.8 | 79.7 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 90 mi | 97 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 197 $/mi | 117 $/mi |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 28 cu ft | 21 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 3,501 lb | 2,205 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model 3 if you want the longer rated range (363 mi vs 326 mi).
- Choose Cadillac Lyriq if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 34 min vs 36 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model 3 looks better ($117/mi vs $197/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model 3 has the stronger weighted profile (5.7 vs 4.3).
Cadillac Lyriq4.3 Tesla Model 35.7 255 kW34 min 208 kW36 min
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