Comparison
Cadillac Lyriq vs Volvo EX3
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Cadillac Lyriq 326 mi vs 261 mi
Best value Volvo EX3 $64,115 vs $38,950
Faster charging Volvo EX3 34 min vs 26 min
Weighted profile Cadillac Lyriq 5.5 vs 4.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Cadillac Lyriq
326 mi vs 261 mi
Value winner
Volvo EX3
$149/mi vs $197/mi
Charging winner
Volvo EX3
26 min vs 34 min
Efficiency winner
Volvo EX3
292 Wh/mi vs 368 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Cadillac Lyriq
95.5 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Cadillac Lyriq | Volvo EX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | LYRIQ | 0 Single Motor extended range (19/20 Inch Wheels) |
| MSRP (USD) | $64,115 | $38,950 |
| Range | 326 mi | 261 mi |
| Efficiency | 368 Wh/mi • 2.72 mi/kWh | 292 Wh/mi • 3.42 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 107.5 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 255 kW | 153 kW |
| AC max | 12 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 34 min | 26 min |
| Roadtrip score | 74.8 | 73.1 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 90 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 197 $/mi | 149 $/mi |
| Top speed | 118 mph | 112 mph |
| Cargo | 28 cu ft | 11 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 3,501 lb | 3,086 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Cadillac Lyriq if you want the longer rated range (326 mi vs 261 mi).
- Choose Volvo EX3 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 26 min vs 34 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Volvo EX3 looks better ($149/mi vs $197/mi).
Weighted verdict
Cadillac Lyriq has the stronger weighted profile (5.5 vs 4.5).
Cadillac Lyriq5.5 Volvo EX34.5 255 kW34 min 153 kW26 min
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