Global EV Comparison: Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S vs Cadillac Lyriq AWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) has a starting price of €96200, compared to the Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…), which starts at €79000.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S | Cadillac Lyriq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | USA, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €96200 | €79000 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €75900 |
| GCC Score | 7.7 | 7.2 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) has a larger battery, the Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S | Cadillac Lyriq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 513 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 607 km | 530 km |
| Range (GCC) | 516 km | 469 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 100 kWh | 106 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 94.9 kWh | 102 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 18.4 kWh/100 km | 21.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.44 km/kWh | 4.6 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.1 | 6.4 |
Charging
The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 270 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 22 kW, whereas the Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S | Cadillac Lyriq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 270 kW | 190 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8.4 | 8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S | Cadillac Lyriq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 380 kW | 373 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 510 hp | 500 hp |
| Motor Torque | 855 Nm | 610 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.3 s | 5.3 s |
| Top Speed | 230 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.8 | 5.9 |
Dimensions
The Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) has a longer body, while the Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
The Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S | Cadillac Lyriq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4771 mm | 5005 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2193 mm | 2207 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1939 mm | 1977 mm |
| Height | 1665 mm | 1623 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2889 mm | 3094 mm |
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 Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…), but the Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) doesn’t have one.
The Audi SQ6 Sportback e-tron (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…).
| Property | Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron S | Cadillac Lyriq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2400 kg | 2774 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 511 l | 793 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1373 l | 1722 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 64 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2400 kg | 1587 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.6 | 7.8 |
