Global EV Comparison: Kia EV6 GT vs Cadillac Lyriq V
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General Info
The Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €69990. 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 | Kia EV6 GT | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €69990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| GCC Score | 6.9 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia EV6 GT (2025-…).
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 372 km | 459 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 450 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 368 km | 436 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 84 kWh | 106 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 80 kWh | 102 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 21.7 kWh/100 km | 23.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.6 km/kWh | 4.27 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.2 | 5.5 |
Charging
The Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 240 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 Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) is limited to 10.5 kW.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 10.5 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 240 kW | 190 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.8 | 8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time, but the Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) boasts greater motor power.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 478 kW | 458 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 641 hp | 615 hp |
| Motor Torque | 770 Nm | 880 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.5 s | 3.5 s |
| Top Speed | 260 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.2 | 6.9 |
Dimensions
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4695 mm | 4820 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2207 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1890 mm | 1977 mm |
| Height | 1545 mm | 1627 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2900 mm | 3094 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Cadillac Lyriq V (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 Kia EV6 GT (2025-…), but the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Kia EV6 GT (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…).
| Property | Kia EV6 GT | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2190 kg | 2713 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 490 l | 793 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 1722 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 20 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | 1587 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.5 | 7.5 |
