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Here is a summary of the YouTube video review you requested:The Lyriq V is going to be available to buy first, and it is the first EV from Cadillac. It carries a Cadillac design forward, more of a wagon style than other crossovers. The V model offers more performance, including more power and torque, along with quicker 0-60 times.
The V versions have 615 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque, and a 0-60 in 3.3 seconds. It comes in with quite a punch.
The Optiq itself is a whole class smaller than the Lyriq. It offers 519 horsepower with 650 pound-feet of torque and 0-60 in 3.5 seconds. The main differences come down to literal fit. The Lyriq is the larger of the two, though neither vehicle is particularly small and they are wide. The Lyriq’s hood comes down a bit lower which accentuates the width. The taillight design on the Lyriq helps stretch out the vehicle.
The cargo area of the Lyriq has a lot of usable space, not just in volume but also the ability to load and unload with ease. It has 28 cubic feet of storage, or about 60 cubic feet when folding down the second row of seats.
The Optiq is more square in cargo space, so large items can fit in more readily. The cubby is a bit smaller than the Lyriq’s.
Both have large glass ceilings, giving the car more space.
The Lyriq has a driving range of 285 miles and the Optiq is around 275 miles.
There is a $10,000 price difference. The Lyriq is priced just under $80,000 before destination, whereas the Optiq comes in under $70,000.
Both have a 33-inch display running on Google OS, not Android Auto or Apple CarPlay.
The Lyriq has adaptive suspension while the Optiq has a single setting. Ultimately, the reviewer prefers the Optiq.
