Cadillac Lyriq.

The Gavler Review.

Cadillac Lyriq Review: The Sensible Luxury EV

The Cadillac Lyriq sits at number four on our Best Electric SUVs list with an 8.3, and it earns that spot on comfort and technology rather than speed. Edmunds ranks it near the top of the midsize luxury electric SUV class at 7.4/10, built around a quiet, near-class-best ride and Super Cruise — standard, not optional — for hands-free highway driving. Buy it if refinement and driver-assist tech matter more than cornering or fast-charging speed. Skip it if you value quick DC charging on road trips, because Edmunds calls it the slowest-charging luxury EV it has tested.

What it actually is

The Lyriq is Cadillac's value play in luxury EVs — a midsize electric SUV built to compete with the BMW iX and Audi Q6 e-tron on comfort and tech rather than outright dynamics. At $60,695, it undercuts both German rivals while matching or beating them on in-cabin technology. The rear-drive model is EPA-rated at 326 miles, and notably, Edmunds' own range test of an all-wheel-drive Lyriq actually beat its estimate — a rare result in an industry where real-world range usually falls short of the sticker number.

For 2027, the charging port switches to NACS, opening up Tesla's Supercharger network — a meaningful upgrade given the Lyriq's current charging weakness (more on that below).

In use

Edmunds' testing keeps returning to two things: the cabin experience and the ride. On tech, the verdict is close to unanimous — "the tech in the Lyriq is a high point," Edmunds writes, pointing to the Google built-in system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto that earned a rare 9.7 out of 10 score. That's a meaningfully higher tech rating than most rivals in the segment, luxury or otherwise.

Ride quality backs up the "comfort first" positioning: "most of the time, the Lyriq's ride is near the top of its class. It's impressively quiet inside too," according to Edmunds. That quietness is a genuine differentiator against the Model Y and Mach-E, both of which trade some refinement for sportier intentions.

Then there's Super Cruise, which Edmunds calls one of the standout reasons to buy: "its lengthy list of driver aids and the standard Super Cruise — one of the best hands-free, eyes-on systems on the market — are big pluses." Unlike GM's competitors that gate hands-free driving behind expensive option packages, the Lyriq includes it standard across the lineup.

The weak spot is charging. Edmunds is blunt about it: "that makes it the slowest-charging luxury EV, so if fast charging is important for your road trips or daily routine, you might find it frustrating." Adding roughly 100 miles takes about 23 minutes — workable for overnight or destination charging, but a real liability for road-trippers who lean on fast chargers.

Where it shines

• Class-best in-cabin tech. A 9.7/10 Edmunds score for Google built-in, wireless CarPlay, and Android Auto is a genuine standout, not marketing language.
• Standard Super Cruise. Hands-free, eyes-on highway driving comes included, not as a paid add-on — a real cost advantage over rivals that charge extra for comparable systems.
• Range that overdelivers. A 326-mile EPA rating that Edmunds' own AWD test actually beat is rare enough to be worth calling out on its own.

The trade-offs — who should skip it

• You corner enthusiastically. Edmunds notes slow steering and a comfort-first tune that make the Lyriq tidy in a straight line but not eager through bends — the trade Cadillac made deliberately for ride quality.
• You fast-charge often. At roughly 100 miles in 23 minutes, this is the slowest-charging vehicle in its class. Frequent road-trippers should cross-shop before committing.
• Cabin materials and menus matter a lot to you. Some interior trim and the infotainment menu structure fall short of the Lyriq's luxury badge, per Edmunds' broader assessment.

How it compares

Within the same list, the Tesla Model Y undercuts the Lyriq on price and dominates it on charging speed via the Supercharger network, but gives up Apple CarPlay entirely and leans firmer over the Lyriq's plush ride. The Chevrolet Equinox EV sits further down the same list as the value pick — tens of thousands cheaper, with real-world range that beats its own EPA estimate, though it can't match the Lyriq's tech score or standard hands-free driving.

The Gavler verdict

An 8.3, reflecting a genuinely well-executed comfort-and-tech play in a segment usually dominated by German badges. The Lyriq is the sensible luxury EV: quiet, roomy, and packed with the best hands-free driver-assist tech in the business, for thousands less than an iX or Q6 e-tron. Just know what you're buying — it's tuned for comfort, not corners, and it's the slowest-charging luxury EV Edmunds has tested. If refinement and Super Cruise matter more than speed or road-trip charging, it's hard to beat for the money.

Common Questions

Is the Cadillac Lyriq worth it in 2026?

For buyers who prioritize comfort and driver-assist tech over handling and price, yes. Edmunds ranks it near the top of the midsize luxury electric SUV class at 7.4/10, and it's the only vehicle in its price range with standard Super Cruise. The honest caveats are imprecise handling and the slowest DC fast charging Edmunds has tested in the luxury class.

Cadillac Lyriq or Tesla Model Y?

Buy the Model Y if charging speed, Supercharger access, and price are the priority — it starts well under the Lyriq. Buy the Lyriq if you want a quieter, more comfortable ride, hands-free Super Cruise, and Google built-in with Apple CarPlay, since the Model Y still lacks CarPlay entirely.

How slow is Cadillac Lyriq DC fast charging?

It's the slowest-charging luxury EV Edmunds has tested, adding roughly 100 miles in about 23 minutes. That's workable for daily driving and short trips, but road-trippers who fast-charge often should weigh it against quicker rivals before buying.

Does the Cadillac Lyriq have Super Cruise standard?

Yes — Super Cruise, one of the best hands-free, eyes-on highway driving systems on the market, comes standard across the Lyriq lineup, not as a paid option.