The Lyriq is Cadillac’s first EV and an attempt at getting a share of the huge ‘electric SUV’ pie. To think of it, the Lyriq is actually a lost product. It is entering a segment that’s ruthless and has multiple competitors that offer a good bang for the buck. The Lyriq, while at it, needs to maintain its badge value, which could be diluted if the EV is priced low. But, with a car priced around $63,000, you have plenty of other better options. That said, is the Lyriq a bad product? Well, it doesn’t look like it from what Cadillac has told us so far. While all the details are yet to be revealed, here’s what we know about the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq so far.

Cadillac’s first fully electric vehicle isn’t cheap by any means. The Lyriq will be offered in two configurations – single-motor, RWD version, and dual-motor AWD. The Cadillac Lyriq price is tagged at $62,990 for the RWD model and $64,990 for the AWD version. With optional accessories, packages, and expensive available features like SuperCruise and a 19-speaker sound system on the top-spec trims, the price of the Lyriq will go north of $75,000 in the blink of an eye. The only saving grace is that the Lyriq will be eligible for a federal tax credit, which can effectively bring the price down by up to $7,500.

There’s no word on the trim lineup yet, but it will reportedly follow the same monikers as the XT4 and the XT5. This means there will be Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Sport trims. There could also be Platinum versions of the mid- and top-spec trims, but we’ll have to wait for Cadillac to throw light on it.

The 2024 Lyriq will be offered in two setups – single- and dual-motor. As standard, the Lyriq will feature a single motor mounted on the rear axle and will churn out 325 horses and 340 pound-feet of torque. The dual-motor, all-wheel-drive setup will be performance-oriented and will be revealed in due time. Expect around 500 horses in that configuration. Based on the Ultium Battery Platform, the Lyriq achieves a near 50/50 weight distribution and a low center of gravity. The EV will come with a five-link front and rear suspension that allows for independent tuning. A drive mode selector will also be present, with four modes on offer – Tour, Snow/Ice, Sport, and a custom ‘My Mode’.

This isn’t exactly ground-breaking, but isn’t wildly impressive either. The EV comes with the Ultium battery system, which will be seen on various EVs across GM’s range. The Hummer EV also comes with the Ultium batteries. These are basically pouch-style cells that can be packed either horizontally or vertically in the battery pack. Depending on the application, the battery can accommodate anywhere between eight to 24 modules in a single or double layer.

The Lyriq will come with eight such modules, each of them with an 8.5 kWh capacity. This means the Lyriq’s total battery capacity will be 102 kWh. For a battery that big, 312 miles is quite less as it brings the efficiency to around three miles per kWh. And, mind you, the 312 estimation is for the RWD model. The heavier, more powerful AWD Lyriq could take a hit of 25-30 miles of range, which means you’re looking at under 300 miles on a full charge.

The Lyriq supports Level 2 home charging that will add 52 miles of range when plugged in for an hour. This is if you’ve plugged into a 19.2 kW public or home charger and is applicable only on the rear-wheel-drive models. With the 11.5 kW charger, you’ll be able to drive up to 37 miles when charged for an hour. The Lyriq will come with a 7.7 kW dual-level charge cord as standard that will add 19 miles of range on the AWD models and 21 miles of range on RWD Lyriqs.

The Cadillac EV also supports DC fast-charging up to 190 kW. When plugged into a DC fast-charging station for just 10 minutes, it’ll add up 76 miles of range on both, the RWD as well as the AWD Lyriqs.

Cadillac’s designs are bold and aggressive, but they don’t offend anyone. They’re not egregious like the Lexuses and the BMWs, but they aren’t too plain-Jane and vanilla either. The Lyriq is designed on the same lines, and I, for one, find it quite smart. The LED projector headlights and the illuminated Black Crystal Shield headline the front fascia. The face is a little too busy, but you can’t mistake it for anything but a modern Cadillac. For now, it will be available in four exterior shades – Satin Steel Metallic, Stellar Black Metallic, Opulent Blue Metallic, and Crystal White Tricoat.

The rear has some wild touches, too, with LED taillights that extend into the C-pillar that almost hit the roof. The vertical reflectors on the bumper mimic the headlights and are a signature Cadillac trait. It’s not a small vehicle by any means; it measures 196.7 inches in length and 63.9 inches in height, whereas the wheelbase is 121.8 inches long. The Lyriq will ride on 20-inch wheels as standard, but a 22-inch set will also be available. The electric vehicle will feature a full sloping glass roof with a power sunshade that can be adjusted according to your needs. There’s another sweet touch here to reveal the charge port, which is accessed by pressing the Cadillac crest near the wheel.

Yup, you read that right. The 2023 Lyriq does not come with a frunk whatsoever. A front trunk is a given in EVs, but the Lyriq doesn’t offer one, and the reason behind it is to maximize the rear storage area to the fullest instead of splitting it into two. I’m not sure how well that played out because the rear cargo space doesn’t make up for it either. With all seats in place, the Lyriq offers just 28 cubic feet of space, which is average for a vehicle this big. Flip down the rear row and you’ll have 61 cubic feet at your disposal. To give you a perspective, its chief rival, the Audi E-Tron SUV, comes with a frunk and also offers 28.5 cubic feet of space behind the rear seats.

A single housing with multiple screens within is the latest fad in premium cars, and the Lyriq is no exception. The Escalade can be credited with making this a mainstream trend which has since trickled down to the smaller and cheaper cars as well. While the SUV features a 38-inch OLED screen comprising of a 7.2- , 14.2- , and 16.9-inch screens, the Lyriq features a slightly toned-down 33-inch display. Cadillac hasn’t given the split up, but this is a curved screen that’s slightly titled towards the driver. If you’re someone who likes big screens on the dash, this might impress you. It comes with Google built-in, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and active noise cancellation courtesy of the AKG Sound system and acoustic laminated glass. For you audiophiles, the Lyriq will be available with a 19-speaker, AKG audio system as well. To top it all off, Cadillac will be offering the 2024 Lyriq with SuperCruise driver assistance technology.

Like most tech-savvy cars, even the basic functions have become sophisticated for no reason. For instance, opening the glove box is a three-step process on the touchscreen and might leave you frustrated more often than not. Fortunately, Cadillac has retained some knobs and buttons for the HVAC controls and the seat settings.

There will be two cabin themes on offer at the beginning - Noir Perforated Inteluxe upholstery and Sky Cool Gray Perforated Inteluxe, both with backlit Dark Ash Cluster open-pore trim. All-in-all, from the looks of it, the Cadillac Lyriq interior seems to be luxurious and features premium material all around.

As standard, the Lyriq will come with Cadillac Smart System which includes safety features like:

There are some optional safety and driver assistance features that can be yours if you’re willing to pay some extra moolah:

The Cadillac Lyriq is available only to pre-order at the moment. The automaker noted that the initial deliveries are expected to begin in Spring 2023.

The Cadillac Lyriq will start at $60,990 for the single-motor RWD model and $64,990 for the dual-motor AWD setup.

The Cadillac Lyriq can be pre-ordered. right now. The deliveries are expected to begin in the Spring of 2023.

The Cadillac Lyriq’s top speed is rated at 118 mph for the rear-wheel-drive model and 130 mph for the all-wheel-drive model.

The Cadillac Lyriq comes with an EPA-estimated range of 312 miles. This is for the RWD model, which means the AWD model will have a range of around 25-30 miles less than the RWD Lyriq, thus putting in under 300 miles.

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