Comparison
Cadillac Optiq vs Tesla Model S
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model S 317 mi vs 410 mi
Best value Cadillac Optiq $50,900 vs $86,630
Faster charging Tesla Model S 40 min vs 31 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model S 2.2 vs 7.8
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model S
410 mi vs 317 mi
Value winner
Cadillac Optiq
$161/mi vs $211/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model S
31 min vs 40 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model S
271 Wh/mi vs 321 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model S
92.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Cadillac Optiq | Tesla Model S |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Standard | Model S |
| MSRP (USD) | $50,900 | $86,630 |
| Range | 317 mi | 410 mi |
| Efficiency | 321 Wh/mi • 3.12 mi/kWh | 271 Wh/mi • 3.69 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 90 kWh | 96 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| DC max | 150 kW | 250 kW |
| AC max | 12 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 40 min | 31 min |
| Roadtrip score | 64.1 | 88.7 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 74 mi | 120 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 161 $/mi | 211 $/mi |
| Top speed | 131 mph | 155 mph |
| Cargo | 26 cu ft | 25 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,499 lb | 3,527 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model S if you want the longer rated range (410 mi vs 317 mi).
- Choose Tesla Model S if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 31 min vs 40 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Cadillac Optiq looks better ($161/mi vs $211/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model S has the stronger weighted profile (7.8 vs 2.2).
Cadillac Optiq2.2 Tesla Model S7.8 150 kW40 min 250 kW31 min
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