Comparison
Cadillac Optiq vs Volvo EX3
Range, charging, value, and utility compared using primary trims.
Best range Cadillac Optiq 317 mi vs 261 mi
Best value Volvo EX3 $50,900 vs $38,950
Faster charging Volvo EX3 40 min vs 26 min
Weighted profile Volvo EX3 2.5 vs 7.5
Category winners
5 availableRange winner
Cadillac Optiq
317 mi vs 261 mi
Value winner
Volvo EX3
$149/mi vs $161/mi
Charging winner
Volvo EX3
26 min vs 40 min
Efficiency winner
Volvo EX3
292 Wh/mi vs 321 Wh/mi
Utility/family winner
Cadillac Optiq
83.5 utility index
Side-by-side comparison
Primary trims| Spec | Cadillac Optiq | Volvo EX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Trim used | Standard | 0 Single Motor extended range (19/20 Inch Wheels) |
| MSRP (USD) | $50,900 | $38,950 |
| Range | 317 mi | 261 mi |
| Efficiency | 321 Wh/mi • 3.12 mi/kWh | 292 Wh/mi • 3.42 mi/kWh |
| Battery (usable) | 90 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| DC max | 150 kW | 153 kW |
| AC max | 12 kW | 11 kW |
| 10–80% (DC) | 40 min | 26 min |
| Roadtrip score | 64.1 | 73.1 |
| Miles added (15 min est.) | 74 mi | 89 mi |
| USD per mile of range | 161 $/mi | 149 $/mi |
| Top speed | 131 mph | 112 mph |
| Cargo | 26 cu ft | 11 cu ft |
| Tow rating | 1,499 lb | 3,086 lb |
Who should choose which?
- Choose Cadillac Optiq if you want the longer rated range (317 mi vs 261 mi).
- Choose Volvo EX3 if fast road-trip charging matters (10–80%: 26 min vs 40 min).
- For “range per dollar”, Volvo EX3 looks better ($149/mi vs $161/mi).
Weighted verdict
Volvo EX3 has the stronger weighted profile (7.5 vs 2.5).
Cadillac Optiq2.5 Volvo EX37.5 150 kW40 min 153 kW26 min
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