Global EV Comparison: Tesla Model Y Premium AWD vs Cadillac Optiq V
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General Info
The Tesla Model Y Premium AWD (2025-...) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €53970. 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 | Tesla Model Y Premium AWD | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Germany, USA | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €53970 | - Price Europe (New) |
| GCC Score | 7.8 | 6.8 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) has a larger battery, the Tesla Model Y Premium AWD (2025-...) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Premium AWD | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 526 km | 443 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 629 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 525 km | 421 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 82 kWh | 89 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 79 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15 kWh/100 km | 20.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.65 km/kWh | 4.95 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 9.3 | 6.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model Y Premium AWD (2025-...) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) maxes out at 150 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 Tesla Model Y Premium AWD (2025-...) is limited to 11 kW.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Premium AWD | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 250 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 7.3 | 6.9 |
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 | Tesla Model Y Premium AWD | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 378 kW | 387 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 507 hp | 519 hp |
| Motor Torque | 493 Nm | 880 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.8 s | 3.7 s |
| Top Speed | 201 km/h | 182 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.7 | 6.5 |
Dimensions
The Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Premium AWD | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4790 mm | 4820 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2129 mm | 2126 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1982 mm | - Width (w/o Mirrors) |
| Height | 1624 mm | 1644 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm | 2954 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model Y Premium AWD (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 Premium AWD (2025-...), but the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Tesla Model Y Premium AWD (2025-...) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the Cadillac Optiq V (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Tesla Model Y Premium AWD | Cadillac Optiq V |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2072 kg | 2470 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 854 l | 744 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 2138 l | 1603 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 117 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.8 | 7 |
