USA EV Comparison: Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ vs Cadillac Lyriq RWD

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2023-…) has a starting price of $104400, compared to the Cadillac Lyriq RWD (2022-…), which starts at $58595.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

While the Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Cadillac Lyriq RWD (2022-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the Cadillac Lyriq RWD (2022-…) maxes out at 190 kW.

The Cadillac Lyriq RWD (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2023-…) is limited to 9.6 kW.

Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.

Although the Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2023-…) has more power, the Cadillac Lyriq RWD (2022-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

The Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2023-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Cadillac Lyriq RWD (2022-…).

The Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Cadillac Lyriq RWD (2022-…) features a larger trunk, but the Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2023-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).

The Cadillac Lyriq RWD (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 3500 lb, whereas the Mercedes EQS SUV 450+ (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.