Global EV Comparison: Cadillac Lyriq V vs Mercedes G 580 EQ
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General Info
The Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €142622. Although the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq V | Mercedes G 580 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | Austria |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €142622 |
| GCC Score | 7.1 | 6.2 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) has a larger battery, the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq V | Mercedes G 580 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 459 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 473 km |
| Range (GCC) | 436 km | 396 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 106 kWh | 124 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 102 kWh | 116 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 23.4 kWh/100 km | 29.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.27 km/kWh | 3.41 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 3.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) maxes out at 190 kW.
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq V | Mercedes G 580 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 190 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8 | 7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq V | Mercedes G 580 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | 2 PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 458 kW | 432 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 615 hp | 579 hp |
| Motor Torque | 880 Nm | 1164 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 s | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.9 | 6.6 |
Dimensions
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) is longer and wider, but the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) is taller.
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq V | Mercedes G 580 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4820 mm | 4624 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2207 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1977 mm | 1931 mm |
| Height | 1627 mm | 1986 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3094 mm | 2890 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1587 kg, whereas the Mercedes G 580 EQ (2024-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq V | Mercedes G 580 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2713 kg | 3085 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 793 l | 555 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1722 l | 1990 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1587 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.5 | 7.6 |
