Video Summary
- The 2025 Cadillac Optiq is the brand's new entry-level electric vehicle and their new entry-level SUV.- All-wheel drive is standard on the Optiq.
- It has an 85.0 kWh battery pack that delivers over 300 miles of range. One battery pack option is available.
- Performance is rated at 300 horsepower and the vehicle has a decent weight distribution, making the driving dynamics nice.
- There's no front trunk or frunk under the hood.
- The Optiq can DC fast charge at up to 150 kW.
- The reviewer was able to charge from 21% to around 75% in just under 30 minutes.
- Charging is done at the front driver's side of the car with a power-opening mechanism that is superior to the system used in the Lyric. The port has an illuminated ring.
- Cadillac also provides access to the MyCadillac app, which is used to sign into EVgo and most other charging networks. Tesla Supercharger network access and plug and charge capabilities are available.
- There are four styling tiers: Luxury 1, Luxury 2, Sport 1, and Sport 2.
- This particular car, is the Luxury 2 with the Onyx package. The exterior design looks like a baby Cadillac Lyric.
- The car is 189.8 inches long with a 116.3-inch wheelbase and has a cargo space of 26 cu ft behind the second row (57 cu ft with seats folded). It is sized similarly to the Cadillac XT5.
- The review notes high build quality inside, with tactile buttons and well-chosen materials like recycled fabric and synthetic leather. The German car manufactures need to take note. The doors are solid and heavy.
- There are a lot of legroom in the back, as well as USB-C ports and a power outlet for passengers. The seats do not recline but they do have manual folding capability.
- The infotainment screen does not have Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. Google Maps is the integrated navigation app.
- The reviewer especially liked the knurled metal controls in the cabin as well as the easy access to charging location route-plotting on the Cadillac app and its integration of all of the charging networks.
