Global EV Comparison: BYD Tang Flagship vs Cadillac Optiq AWD
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General Info
While the Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in Europe. The BYD Tang Flagship (2022-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €46849 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | Cadillac Optiq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-2024 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | USA, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €46849 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.9 | 6.7 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BYD Tang Flagship (2022-2024) has a larger battery, the Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | Cadillac Optiq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 486 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 400 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 340 km | 462 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 88 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 86.4 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 25.4 kWh/100 km | 18.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.94 km/kWh | 5.44 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.7 | 7.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the BYD Tang Flagship (2022-2024) maxes out at 120 kW.
The Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the BYD Tang Flagship (2022-2024) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | Cadillac Optiq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 11.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 120 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.2 | 6.9 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The BYD Tang Flagship (2022-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | Cadillac Optiq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 380 kW | 224 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 510 hp | 300 hp |
| Motor Torque | 680 Nm | 480 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.6 s | 6.1 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 182 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.9 | 4.7 |
Dimensions
The Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | Cadillac Optiq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2180 mm | 2126 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1950 mm | - Width (w/o Mirrors) |
| Height | 1725 mm | 1644 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2820 mm | 2954 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…) features a larger trunk, but the BYD Tang Flagship (2022-2024) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The BYD Tang Flagship (2022-2024) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Cadillac Optiq AWD (2024-…).
| Property | BYD Tang Flagship | Cadillac Optiq AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2489 kg | 2381 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 235 l | 744 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1655 l | 1603 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1500 kg | 680 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.8 | 7.4 |
