Cadillac LYRIQ vs the Competition
Compare Luxury SUVs: How the Cadillac LYRIQ Surges Past the Volvo XC60, Audi Q8, and Mercedes-Benz EQS
No other premium SUV embodies electrifying sophistication quite like the new Cadillac LYRIQ. The Cadillac electric SUV is making waves in its class. You can discover a range of possibilities around Detroit with the keys to a Cadillac LYRIQ. Can the luxury SUV competition say the same? At Cadillac of Novi, we help Michigan drivers make informed decisions. We've compiled a comprehensive luxury SUV comparison, so you can see how the all-electric Cadillac LYRIQ stacks up against key five-passenger rivals, including the Volvo XC60, Audi Q8, and fully electric Mercedes-Benz EQS. Before you browse the selection of new Cadillac LYRIQ models for sale in Novi, dive into our SUV comparison.
- Engine: Turbocharged 2.0 L 4-cylinder hybrid / Plug-in hybrid powertrain (gas + electric)
- Horsepower: 247 hp (B5) / 455 hp (T8)
- Torque: 266 lb-ft (B5) / 523 lb-ft (T8)
- Transmission: 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
- Engine: Turbocharged gasoline (e.g., 3.0 L V6)
- Horsepower: ~335 hp (typical for 2026 Q8 Prestige quattro)
- Torque: ~369 lb-ft
- Transmission: 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive (quattro)
- Engine: Dual electric motors (electric powertrain)
- Horsepower: ~536 hp (EQS 580 4MATIC Sedan / similar SUV EQS550)
- Torque: ~633 lb-ft
- Transmission: Single-speed automatic (direct drive)
- Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive (4MATIC)
Cadillac LYRIQ vs. Volvo XC60
- Efficiency: Volvo XC60 models are gas-powered mild hybrid SUVs that return 26 miles per gallon. You'll spend more on fuel with the Scandinavian SUV. For significant annual savings, drive the Cadillac LYRIQ. The electric SUV offers an EPA-estimated 326 miles of range. You can make quick missions around Detroit, short jaunts to the Michigan football game on campus in Ann Arbor, and long road trips - all without any range anxiety. Slash your fuel costs entirely and enjoy more affordable charging solutions. The Cadillac LYRIQ is ready to take you the distance.
- Performance: Volvo XC60 SUVs deliver 247 horsepower and 266 pound-feet of torque through a turbocharged gas engine. The fully electric powertrain for the Cadillac LYRIQ delivers more exhilarating performance. Even the Single Motor RWD configuration generates 365 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque to surge past the Volvo XC60. Dual Motor AWD models for the Cadillac LYRIQ generate 515 horsepower and 450 pound-feet of torque, resulting in greater get-up-and-go speed as you merge onto I-96 in Novi.
- Features: The Cadillac LYRIQ touts a segment-largest 33-inch diagonal continuous LED display with 9K resolution. Volvo XC60 SUVs have a much smaller 11.2-inch center display and fail to offer hands-free driving. The Cadillac LYRIQ is equipped with standard Super Cruise® for hands-free driving on I-275 as you head home to Plymouth.
Cadillac LYRIQ vs. Audi Q8
- Interior Space: Both SUVs have a max cargo volume of 61 cubic feet, but the Cadillac LYRIQ gives Ann Arbor families more legroom. The 44.3 inches of front-row legroom is generous for this class and tops the 41.6 inches in the Q8.
- Performance: The turbocharged V6 engine powering the gas-powered Audi Q8 churns out 335 horsepower and 369 pound-feet of torque, but the Cadillac LYRIQ easily tops these performance outputs with its Dual Motor AWD option that delivers 515 horsepower and 450 pound-feet of torque. Even a Cadillac LYRIQ with a single electric motor generates an additional 30 horsepower. With a combined fuel economy rating under 20 miles per gallon, the Audi Q8 guzzles gas. With the 326 miles of electric range for the Cadillac LYRIQ, you can save money throughout the year and not have to visit Detroit pumps.
- Features: Set the mood on the ride home from a concert in Detroit with the 126-color LED dual-zone ambient interior lighting setup in the Cadillac LYRIQ. The LED interior lighting plus package for the Audi Q8 only offers 30 colors. The Q8 features an MMI® touch display and Audi virtual cockpit plus with a 12.3-inch HD display, but collectively, these screens are smaller than the segment-largest 33-inch LED display in the Cadillac LYRIQ. This large display is paired with Google built-in, a connectivity option not featured on the Q8. You can access Google Maps for directions to Troy Historic Village or the Oakland Mall with the Cadillac LYRIQ.
Cadillac LYRIQ vs. Mercedes Benz EQS
- Electric Range: Mercedes Benz EQS SUVs offer an EPA-estimated electric range of 317 miles. The Cadillac LYRIQ offers a superior electric range total of 326 miles in a RWD configuration.
- Charging: With a max charging speed of 190-kW, the Cadillac LYRIQ ensures minimal downtime when you're plugged in at a public DC fast charging station around Detroit. Add up to 86 miles of range in 10 minutes with your Cadillac EV. The EQS SUV takes 31 minutes to go from 10% to an 80% charge. That adds roughly 220 miles of range in the half-hour time frame. The Cadillac LYRIQ can add more than 260 miles of range in that same time period.
- Performance: The Mercedes Benz EQS is powered by dual electric motors. The base EQS 400 4MATIC® model generates 355 horsepower, compared to 365 horsepower for the Cadillac LYRIQ with a single motor. The electric motors in the EQS 550 4MATIC® generate 536 horsepower. Dual Motor AWD Cadillac LYRIQ models produce 515 horsepower, but there's a more powerful V-Series option. Unleash the Cadillac LYRIQ-V, a 615-horsepower Dual Motor AWD EV, for a performance edge.
The Verdict
The Cadillac LYRIQ charges past the electric SUV competition, as well as gas-powered competitors. Don't just take our word for it. The Cadillac electric SUV has won recent awards to back up its crown jewel status. The Cadillac LYRIQ was named the 2025 German Luxury Car of the Year, beating out German-engineered rivals like the Audi Q8 and Mercedes-Benz EQS. With segment-leading features, fast charging, and impressive range capabilities, the Cadillac LYRIQ seizes the crown among this quartet of luxury SUVs.
Test Drive the New Cadillac LYRIQ Today at Cadillac of Novi
When you schedule a test drive at Cadillac of Novi, you'll see firsthand how the Cadillac LYRIQ beats out its rivals. Unlock the new Cadillac electric SUV in Novi at our Cadillac dealership. We feature an array of new Cadillac electric models for sale in Novi, and the Cadillac LYRIQ is the cream of the crop. We're proud to be a Cadillac EV dealer serving Ann Arbor and Detroit, and you can contact us to learn more about plugging in with the Cadillac LYRIQ.
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