Comparison
Cadillac Optiq vs Tesla Model Y
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Tesla Model Y 317 mi vs 320 mi
Best value Cadillac Optiq $50,900 vs $59,900
Faster charging Tesla Model Y 40 min vs 33 min
Weighted profile Tesla Model Y 1.5 vs 8.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Tesla Model Y
320 mi vs 317 mi
Value winner
Cadillac Optiq
$161/mi vs $187/mi
Charging winner
Tesla Model Y
33 min vs 40 min
Efficiency winner
Tesla Model Y
281 Wh/mi vs 321 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Tesla Model Y
97.6 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Cadillac Optiq | Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Standard | Long Range RWD |
| MSRP (USD) | $50,900 | $59,900 |
| Range | 317 mi | 320 mi |
| Efficiency | 321 Wh/mi • 3.12 mi/kWh | 281 Wh/mi • 3.56 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 90 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 150 kW | 331 kW |
| AC max | 12 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 40 min | 33 min |
| Roadtrip score | 64.1 | 74.6 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 74 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 161 $/mi | 187 $/mi |
| Top speed | 131 mph | 125 mph |
| Cargo | 26 cu ft | 30 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,499 lb | 3,527 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Tesla Model Y if you want the longer rated range (320 mi vs 317 mi).
- Choose Tesla Model Y if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 33 min vs 40 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Cadillac Optiq looks better ($161/mi vs $187/mi).
Weighted verdict
Tesla Model Y has the stronger weighted profile (8.5 vs 1.5).
Cadillac Optiq1.5 Tesla Model Y8.5 150 kW40 min 331 kW33 min
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