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The 2025 Cadillac Optiq is an excellent value and the smaller brother of the Lyriq. This is an attempt to restore Cadillac's former Standard of the World luster through electrification. Cadillac executives claim that the move to electric power trains has dropped the average age of ownership by five years.The base model includes standard features and dual motor all-wheel drive beginning at around $54,000, which includes destination but not any tax credits. The top trim Luxury 2 model stickers for approximately $63,500. The car can be had in Luxury and Sport trims, both in base one or upgraded two levels.
The base model includes loads of standard features, skip the Onyx package to slice four grand off the price. The Phantom Blue interior is worth the money and the feels, it gives the feeling that luxury buyers are cross-shopping the EV. The competitors are the Porsche Macan EV, Mercedes EQB, Genesis GV60/GV70, Audi Q6 e-tron, and Lexus RZ.
The Optiq is comparably equipped, with most significantly more expensive or not offering Optiq’s 302-mile range. It’s equipped with twin motors making 300 horsepower and 354 pound-feet of torque with the front permanent magnet motor and rear induction motor. The 85 kWh floor mounted battery pack enables a 0-60mph time of just under six seconds. It’s open to the supercharger network with an adapter. GM hasn’t quite made the switch to NACS. A Level 2 full charge takes 9.5 hours. With a 150kW DC Fast Charger, a 10–80% charge occurs in 30 minutes. The max tow rating is 1500 pounds.
General Motors packages all the components in the nose, which creates more open space in the cabin for a purse or backpack. The single speed transmission selector is mounted to save console space. Natural voice commands allow drivers to keep their eyes on the road.
The gauge cluster is front and center. The gauge’s one-pedal driving effort is selected on the screen. It can be used with GM’s regen paddle. The more its squeezed, the more drag it delivers. Expected drive modes mostly affect throttle response and steering weight. The suspension is not adaptive or adjustable. Driving dynamics have been improved, but GM doesn’t get the credit they deserve in that department.
This move to electric powertrains is perfect for premium vehicles because they eliminate engine vibration. Also, the brisk passing power on two-lane highways. Optiq is said to be among the most affordable Cadillacs, but doesn't feel compromised. The reviewers preferred the more compact size for city driving.
It's quiet with a very hush and firm ride. The brand has new fashion senses and style. With its leather-free zone, the seats are heated, vented, and massaging. The optional 19.2 kW on-board charger allows 55 miles per hour charging ability.
The car comes with eight years of OnStar basics plus three years of safety services, Wi-Fi, and in-vehicle apps connected by OnStar; however, those are subscription-based services. There is also a full suite of active safety tech including automatic emergency braking. Super Cruise is standard, with three years of service at no cost and available for renewal for a subscription fee after.
