USA EV Comparison: Cadillac Lyriq AWD vs Polestar 3 Long Range Performance
Struggling to Decide? Let AI Help!
Your AI Summary Is Ready!
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) has a starting price of $63490, compared to the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…), which starts at $79400.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA, China | China, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price USA (New) | $63490 | $79400 |
| Price USA (Used) | $36840 | - Price USA (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7.2 | 6.9 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 319 mi | 279 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 329 mi | 348 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 291 mi | 280 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 106 kWh | 111 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 102 kWh | 107 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 35.1 kWh/100 mi | 38.2 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 2.85 mi/kWh | 2.62 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 5.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) maxes out at 190 kW.
The Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 190 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 8 | 7.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 373 kW | 380 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 500 hp | 510 hp |
| Motor Torque | 450 lb-ft | 671 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.6 s | 4.5 s |
| Top Speed | 132 mph | 130 mph |
| Performance Score | 5.9 | 6.6 |
Dimensions
The Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…).
The Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 196.7 in | 192.9 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 86.9 in | 83.5 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 77.8 in | 77.5 in |
| Height | 63.9 in | 64.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 121.8 in | 117.5 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) 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 Polestar 3 Long Range Performance (2024-…), but the Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) doesn’t have one.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 3500 lb).
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq AWD | Polestar 3 Long Range Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 5961 lb | 5697 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 28 ft3 | 17.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 60.8 ft3 | 49.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.1 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | 3500 lb | 3500 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.8 | 7.5 |
