Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model Y Performance vs Cadillac Lyriq V
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General Info
Although the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe. The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €36900 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2025 | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Germany, USA | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €59990 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €36900 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 7.7 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 488 km | 459 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 514 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 450 km | 436 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 78.1 kWh | 106 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 75 kWh | 102 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km | 23.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6 km/kWh | 4.27 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.8 | 5.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) maxes out at 190 kW.
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 190 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7.2 | 8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 393 kW | 458 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 527 hp | 615 hp |
| Motor Torque | 660 Nm | 880 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7 s | 3.5 s |
| Top Speed | 250 km/h | 210 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.6 | 7 |
Dimensions
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025).
The Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4751 mm | 4820 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2129 mm | 2207 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1921 mm | 1977 mm |
| Height | 1624 mm | 1627 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm | 3094 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) 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 Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025), but the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Tesla Model Y Performance (2020-2025) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Cadillac Lyriq V (2025-…).
| Property | Tesla Model Y Performance | Cadillac Lyriq V |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2072 kg | 2713 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 854 l | 793 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2041 l | 1722 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 117 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | 1587 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.6 | 7.4 |
