Global EV Comparison: Cadillac Lyriq AWD vs Polestar 3 Longe Range Dual Motor

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) has a starting price of €79000, compared to the Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…), which starts at €81590.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

The Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 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 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…) is limited to 11 kW.

Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.

Although the Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) has more power, the Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

The Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…).

The Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

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 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…), but the Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…) doesn’t have one.

The Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Cadillac Lyriq AWD (2022-…).