Global EV Comparison: Cadillac Optiq V vs Zeekr 001 Performance AWD
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General Info
The Zeekr 001 Performance AWD (2023-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €63970. 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 two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Zeekr 001 Performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €63970 |
| GCC Score | 6.8 | 7.6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Zeekr 001 Performance AWD (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…).
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Zeekr 001 Performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 443 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 590 km |
| Range (GCC) | 421 km | 502 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 89 kWh | 100 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 85 kWh | 94 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 20.2 kWh/100 km | 18.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.95 km/kWh | 5.34 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 7.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Zeekr 001 Performance AWD (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 200 kW, while the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) maxes out at 150 kW.
The Zeekr 001 Performance AWD (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) is limited to 11.5 kW.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Zeekr 001 Performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11.5 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 150 kW | 200 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | Tesla (NACS) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 8.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Although the Zeekr 001 Performance AWD (2023-…) has more power, the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Zeekr 001 Performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 387 kW | 400 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 519 hp | 536 hp |
| Motor Torque | 880 Nm | 686 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7 s | 3.8 s |
| Top Speed | 182 km/h | 200 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.5 | 6.3 |
Dimensions
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Zeekr 001 Performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4820 mm | 4955 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2126 mm | 2225 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | - Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1999 mm |
| Height | 1644 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2954 mm | 2999 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Zeekr 001 Performance AWD (2023-…), but the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Zeekr 001 Performance AWD (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 2000 kg, whereas the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Cadillac Optiq V | Zeekr 001 Performance AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2470 kg | 2410 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 744 l | 539 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1603 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 80 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 2000 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7 | 7.1 |
