Global EV Comparison: Cadillac Lyriq RWD vs Smart #5 Premium
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) has a starting price of €55400, while the Cadillac Lyriq RWD (2022-…) is not sold in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq RWD | Smart #5 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA, China | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €55400 |
| GCC Score | 7.1 | 7.8 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Cadillac Lyriq RWD (2022-…) has a larger battery, the Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq RWD | Smart #5 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 525 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 590 km |
| Range (GCC) | 499 km | 502 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 106 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 102 kWh | 94 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20.4 kWh/100 km | 18.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.89 km/kWh | 5.34 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.3 | 7.8 |
Charging
The Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Cadillac Lyriq RWD (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 400 kW, while the Cadillac Lyriq RWD (2022-…) 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 | Cadillac Lyriq RWD | Smart #5 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 22 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 190 kW | 400 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 8 | 10 |
Performance
Both vehicles are rear-wheel drive.
Although the Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) has more power, the Cadillac Lyriq RWD (2022-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq RWD | Smart #5 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 255 kW | 267 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 342 hp | 358 hp |
| Motor Torque | 440 Nm | 373 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.9 s | 6.5 s |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.9 | 4.8 |
Dimensions
The Cadillac Lyriq RWD (2022-…) is longer and wider, but the Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) is taller.
The Cadillac Lyriq RWD (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq RWD | Smart #5 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5005 mm | 4695 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2207 mm | 2169 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1977 mm | 1920 mm |
| Height | 1623 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3094 mm | 2900 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Cadillac Lyriq RWD (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 Smart #5 Premium (2025-…), but the Cadillac Lyriq RWD (2022-…) doesn’t have one.
The Smart #5 Premium (2025-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Cadillac Lyriq RWD (2022-…).
| Property | Cadillac Lyriq RWD | Smart #5 Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2521 kg | 2260 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 793 l | 630 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1722 l | 1530 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 72 l |
| Towing Capacity | 1587 kg | 1600 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.8 | 7.4 |
