Global EV Comparison: Cadillac Optiq V vs BYD Tang Flagship
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General Info
Although the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available 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 | Cadillac Optiq V | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2022-2024 |
| Current Status | Announced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €46849 |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 5.9 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the BYD Tang Flagship (2022-2024) has a larger battery, the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 443 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 400 km |
| Range (GCC) | 421 km | 340 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 89 kWh | 88 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 85 kWh | 86.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20.2 kWh/100 km | 25.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.95 km/kWh | 3.94 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 3.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) 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 V (2025-…) 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 | Cadillac Optiq V | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 120 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 5.2 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 387 kW | 380 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 519 hp | 510 hp |
| Motor Torque | 880 Nm | 680 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7 s | 4.6 s |
| Top Speed | 182 km/h | 180 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.5 | 5.9 |
Dimensions
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2126 mm | 2180 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1950 mm |
| Height | 1644 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2954 mm | 2820 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) 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) has a towing capacity of up to 1500 kg, whereas the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | BYD Tang Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 7 |
| Curb Weight | 2470 kg | 2489 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 744 l | 235 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1603 l | 1655 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7 | 7.8 |
