The Cadillac Optiq was first revealed in 2023 as the brand’s entry-level electric SUV. It was designed to sit below the Lyriq in Cadillac’s line-up and give the marque a global foothold in the compact luxury EV market. The model launched first in China before being confirmed for North America, positioning it as a more accessible way into the company’s growing electric range.
By 2024, the Cadillac Optiq was offered in multiple configurations with front- and all-wheel drive options. It shared General Motors’ Ultium platform with other EVs across the group, including models from Chevrolet and Buick. In China, the SUV was also marketed as the Cadillac Optiq IQ, highlighting its role in the brand’s regional electric line-up. Updates over this period focused on range, charging speed and in-car technology to keep it competitive against European and Korean rivals.
Today, the 2025 Cadillac Optiq is aimed at younger buyers looking for an electric luxury SUV at a lower price point. It sits as the brand’s most affordable EV while retaining Cadillac’s design cues and premium positioning. As part of Cadillac’s strategy to go all-electric by 2030, the Optiq plays a key role in attracting new customers to the brand and broadening its presence in markets beyond the United States.
The line-up currently starts at $80,000 for the Optiq Sport and ranges through to $80,000 for the range-topping Optiq Sport.
The Cadillac Optiq has a luxurious and modern looking interior with synthetic leather upholstery, ambient lighting and an expansive display stretching from the centre of the dashboard to the driver’s side for media and instrument gauges.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance |
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2026
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Body Type: SUV | Height x Width x Length: 1644x1912x4820 mm |
Ground Clearance:
153 mm
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2025
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Body Type: SUV | Height x Width x Length: 1644x1912x4820 mm |
Ground Clearance:
153 mm
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The Cadillac Optiq is available in four colours: Argent Silver, Raven Black, Radiant Red, and Vibrant White. Buyers can also option two-tone packages which takes each colour and adds a black roof.
The Cadillac Optiq comes in just one grade but the standard features list is plentiful.
Coming standard is a 33-inch display for media and instrument controls, a 19-speaker AKG stereo, seat heating up front and in the second row, dual-zone climate control, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, ambient lighting and a glass panoramic roof. optiq
The Cadillac Optiq is all-wheel drive thanks to two electric motors making a combined output of 224kW and 480Nm.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to |
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2026
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Body Type: SUV | Braked Capacity from: 680kg |
Braked Capacity to:
680kg
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2025
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Body Type: SUV | Braked Capacity from: 680kg |
Braked Capacity to:
680kg
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The Cadillac Optiq is a five-seater mid-sized SUV and if you haven’t seen them already you need to have a look because they are quite spectacular. The size and design of the Optiq’s front sports seats is modern, almost futuristic and large. So if you’re looking for a driver’s seat that’s big and feels like it's been stolen from a space ship then look no further.
| Year | Body Type | Battery Capacity | Electric Range | Energy Consumption | Battery Warranty |
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2026
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Body Type: SUV | Battery Capacity: 75.00 kWh | Electric Range: 425 km | Energy Consumption: 19.9 kWh/100km |
Battery Warranty:
8 years / 160,000 km
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2025
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Body Type: SUV | Battery Capacity: 75.00 kWh | Electric Range: 425 km | Energy Consumption: 19.9 kWh/100km |
Battery Warranty:
8 years / 160,000 km
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| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Rim |
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2026
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Body Type: SUV | Front Tyre Size: 275x40 R21 | Front Rim: 9x21 in |
Rear Rim:
9x21 in
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2025
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Body Type: SUV | Front Tyre Size: 275x40 R21 | Front Rim: 9x21 in |
Rear Rim:
9x21 in
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The Cadillac Optiq’s boot has a cargo capacity of 744 litres.
The Cadillac Optiq has a 0-100km/h time of 6.3 seconds.
The Cadillac Optiq has a driving range of up to 425km (WLTP).