Comparison
Cadillac Lyriq vs Tesla Model Y
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Cadillac Lyriq 326 mi vs 320 mi
Best value Tesla Model Y $64,115 vs $59,900
Faster charging Tesla Model Y 34 min vs 33 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model Y 3 vs 7
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Cadillac Lyriq
326 mi vs 320 mi
Value winner
Tesla Model Y
$187/mi vs $197/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model Y
33 min vs 34 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model Y
281 Wh/mi vs 368 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model Y
97.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Cadillac Lyriq | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | LYRIQ | Long Range RWD |
| MSRP (USD) | $64,115 | $59,900 |
| Range | 326 mi | 320 mi |
| Efficiency | 368 Wh/mi • 2.72 mi/kWh | 281 Wh/mi • 3.56 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 107.5 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 255 kW | 331 kW |
| AC max | 12 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 34 min | 33 min |
| Roadtrip score | 74.8 | 74.6 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 90 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 197 $/mi | 187 $/mi |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 28 cu ft | 30 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 3,501 lb | 3,527 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Cadillac Lyriq if you want the longer rated range (326 mi vs 320 mi).
- Choose Tesla Model Y if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 33 min vs 34 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Tesla Model Y looks better ($187/mi vs $197/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model Y has the stronger weighted profile (7 vs 3).
Cadillac Lyriq3 Tesla Model Y7 255 kW34 min 331 kW33 min
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