Global EV Comparison: BMW iX M70 xDrive vs Cadillac Lyriq V
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General Info
The BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €123900. 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 | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €123900 | - Price Europe (New) |
| GCC Score | 7.4 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…).
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 488 km | 459 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 600 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 481 km | 436 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 115 kWh | 106 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 108.9 kWh | 102 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22.6 kWh/100 km | 23.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.42 km/kWh | 4.27 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 5.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 195 kW, while the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) maxes out at 190 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 195 kW | 190 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8 | 8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) has more power, the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 485 kW | 458 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 650 hp | 615 hp |
| Motor Torque | 1015 Nm | 880 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8 s | 3.5 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 7.5 | 7 |
Dimensions
The BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…).
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4965 mm | 4820 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2230 mm | 2207 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1970 mm | 1977 mm |
| Height | 1695 mm | 1627 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3000 mm | 3094 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) features a larger trunk, but the BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The BMW iX M70 xDrive (2025-...) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…).
| Property | BMW iX M70 xDrive | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2655 kg | 2713 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 500 l | 793 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1750 l | 1722 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 2500 kg | 1587 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 8.4 | 7.4 |
