Comparison
Cadillac Optiq vs Nissan Leaf
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Cadillac Optiq 317 mi vs 303 mi
Best value Nissan Leaf $50,900 vs $29,990
Faster charging Cadillac Optiq 40 min vs 40 min
Weighted profile Cadillac Optiq 5.8 vs 4.2
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Cadillac Optiq
317 mi vs 303 mi
Value winner
Nissan Leaf
$99/mi vs $161/mi
Charging winner
Tie
40 min each
Efficiency winner
Nissan Leaf
278 Wh/mi vs 321 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Cadillac Optiq
83.5 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Cadillac Optiq | Nissan Leaf |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Standard | SV |
| MSRP (USD) | $50,900 | $29,990 |
| Range | 317 mi | 303 mi |
| Efficiency | 321 Wh/mi • 3.12 mi/kWh | 278 Wh/mi • 3.6 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 90 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
| Body type | SUV | Hatchback |
| DC max | 150 kW | 100 kW |
| AC max | 12 kW | 7 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 40 min | 40 min |
| Roadtrip score | 64.1 | 61.8 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 74 mi | 71 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 161 $/mi | 99 $/mi |
| Top speed | 131 mph | 99 mph |
| Cargo | 26 cu ft | 15 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,499 lb | 2,150 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Cadillac Optiq if you want the longer rated range (317 mi vs 303 mi).
- For “range per dollar”, Nissan Leaf looks better ($99/mi vs $161/mi).
Weighted verdict
Cadillac Optiq has the stronger weighted profile (5.8 vs 4.2).
Cadillac Optiq5.8 Nissan Leaf4.2 150 kW40 min 100 kW40 min
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