USA EV Comparison: Lexus RZ 550e F Sport vs Cadillac Optiq AWD
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General Info
The Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of $52895. The Lexus RZ 550e F Sport (2025-…) is announced, but not yet in production.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport | Cadillac Optiq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | USA, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $52895 |
| Price USA (Used) | - Price USA (Used) | $55015 |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Lexus RZ 550e F Sport (2025-…).
| Property | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport | Cadillac Optiq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 302 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 280 mi | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 238 mi | 287 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 77 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 69.3 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 29.1 kWh/100 mi | 29.6 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.43 mi/kWh | 3.38 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.5 | 7.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 150 kW.
The Lexus RZ 550e F Sport (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) is limited to 11.5 kW.
| Property | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport | Cadillac Optiq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) | CCS Type 1 Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 7.8 | 6.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Lexus RZ 550e F Sport (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport | Cadillac Optiq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 224 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 300 hp |
| Motor Torque | - Motor Torque | 354 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 4.2 s | 5.9 s |
| Top Speed | 99 mph | 113 mph |
| Performance Score | 5.3 | 4.7 |
Dimensions
The Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport | Cadillac Optiq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 189.1 in | 190 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 84 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 74.6 in | - Width (w/o Mirrors) |
| Height | 64.4 in | 65 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 116 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Lexus RZ 550e F Sport (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Lexus RZ 550e F Sport (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…).
| Property | Lexus RZ 550e F Sport | Cadillac Optiq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4707 lb | 5250 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 34.1 ft3 | 26 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 51.2 ft3 | 57 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 3307 lb | 1500 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.1 | 7.4 |
