USA EV Comparison: Cadillac Lyriq V vs Tesla Model Y Performance
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General Info
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) is announced, but not yet in production. The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as $18999 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq V | Tesla Model Y Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2020-2025 |
| Current Status | Announced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | China, Germany, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | $78595 | $54490 |
| Price USA (Used) | - Price USA (Used) | $18999 |
| GCC Score | 7.1 | 7.7 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq V | Tesla Model Y Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 285 mi | 303 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 319 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 271 mi | 280 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 106 kWh | 78.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 102 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 37.6 kWh/100 mi | 26.8 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.66 mi/kWh | 3.73 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 7.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) maxes out at 190 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq V | Tesla Model Y Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 11.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 190 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 8 | 7.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq V | Tesla Model Y Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 458 kW | 393 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 615 hp | 527 hp |
| Motor Torque | 650 lb-ft | 487 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 3.3 s | 3.5 s |
| Top Speed | 132 mph | 155 mph |
| Performance Score | 7 | 6.6 |
Dimensions
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025).
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq V | Tesla Model Y Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 190 in | 187 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 86.9 in | 83.8 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 77.8 in | 75.6 in |
| Height | 64.1 in | 63.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 121.8 in | 113.8 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025), but the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 3500 lb).
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq V | Tesla Model Y Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5980 lb | 4398 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 28 ft3 | 30.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 60.8 ft3 | 72.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 4.1 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | 3500 lb | 3500 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.4 | 7.6 |
