2026 Cadillac VISTIQ vs. Cadillac LYRIQ: Which Cadillac EV SUV Is Right for You?

As you survey the Cadillac electric vehicle (EV) lineup, the 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ and 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ immediately stand out. The three-row VISTIQ and two-row LYRIQ deliver exceptional sophistication, cutting-edge technology, and energetic performance for all who step inside. Explore their differences and similarities with this 2026 VISTIQ vs. LYRIQ comparison created by the specialists at Cadillac of Calabasas. Then, examine each model individually using our detailed VISTIQ review or our LYRIQ review.

Browse the new inventory available at our Cadillac dealership in Calabasas, CA, to discover the luxury EV of your dreams. Whether you like the VISTIQ or LYRIQ, schedule a test drive to experience their differences in person.

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2026 Cadillac VISTIQ vs. Cadillac LYRIQ

2026 Cadillac VISTIQ vs. LYRIQ Size & Exterior Design

Sleek style and premium design options help you make an unmistakable entrance, no matter if you drive the 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ or 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ. Overall, the VISTIQ is a notably longer and taller vehicle than the LYRIQ. Shared options include premium details like automatic-leveling headlamps, 22-inch wheel options, and a black roof option for two-tone color combinations. While both models can automatically open the rear liftgate for you, the details of this function differ. On the LYRIQ, hands-free opening is controlled with the swipe of your foot below the rear of the vehicle. With the VISTIQ, all you have to do is stand near the rear of the vehicle with the key fob, and the liftgate will automatically open.

Notable exterior similarities:

  • 22-in. wheels
  • Black painted roof
  • Automatic headlamp leveling
  • LED front cornering lamps
  • Heated, power-adjustable mirrors with driver’s side auto-dimming and memory
  • Rainsense™ automatic wipers
  • Illuminating door handles

Unique VISTIQ exterior features and dimensions:

  • Length: 205.59 in.
  • Height: 71.02 in.
  • Width: 86.73 in.
  • Curb Weight: 6,326 lbs.
  • 23-in. wheels
  • Power-folding outside mirrors
  • AutoSense power liftgate
  • Panoramic dual-pane power sunroof
  • Soft-close doors

Unique LYRIQ exterior features and dimensions:

  • Length: 196.7 in.
  • Height: 64.3 in.
  • Width: 86.9 in.
  • Curb Weight: 5,606 lbs.
  • Fixed full glass roof
  • 20-in. wheels
  • Slim-line LED vertical headlamps
  • Choreographed exterior lighting
  • Hands-free power liftgate
  • Exterior Carbon Fiber Package

2026 Cadillac VISTIQ in tennis field at sunrise

2026 Cadillac VISTIQ

2026 Cadillac LYRIQ near a charger

2026 Cadillac LYRIQ

2026 Cadillac VISTIQ vs. LYRIQ Interior Features & Technology

Enjoy a wealth of high-end features throughout the 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ and 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ. From massaging front seats with heat and ventilation to 126-color ambient lighting, customizable comfort is at your fingertips in either model. While the two models both offer Inteluxe™ seat upholstery, the VISTIQ uniquely features Nouveauluxe, and the LYRIQ offers full leather seating.

Advance your sense of connectivity with the 33-inch curved infotainment display that stretches across the dash in either model, along with built-in Google capabilities for the utmost convenience. Unique to the LYRIQ is wireless phone connectivity via Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™. An optional AKG™ Studio 23-speaker audio system is offered with both models. Super Cruise® advanced driver assistance technology is standard in both models, allowing you to drive hands free on a wide expanse of compatible roadways.

One of the most notable differences between the 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ and Cadillac LYRIQ is their interior layout. The VISTIQ has three rows of seating with room to accommodate up to seven, while the LYRIQ is a two-row model with seating for five. Along with their seating differences, the VISTIQ offers up to 80.2 cubic feet of cargo space, while the LYRIQ offers up to 60.8 cubic feet of cargo space.

Notable interior and technology similarities:

  • Inteluxe seat upholstery
  • Eight-way power front seats
  • Front seat lumbar massage
  • Heated and ventilated front seats
  • Heated second-row seats
  • Driver and front passenger memory
  • Rear camera mirror
  • 110V power outlet
  • Power tilt and telescoping steering column
  • Heated steering wheel
  • 126-color ambient interior lighting
  • Infotainment system with curved 33-in. advanced LED display
  • Google built-in
  • Wi-Fi® hotspot capability 
  • Wireless phone charging
  • AKG Studio 23-speaker audio system with Dolby Atmos®
  • Augmented reality head-up display
  • Super Cruise advanced driver assistance technology

Unique VISTIQ technology and interior features:

  • Max. seating: seven
  • Max. cargo space: 80.2 cu.-ft.
  • Nouveauluxe seat upholstery
  • Sueded microfiber headliner and trim
  • Remote start
  • Intelligent ClimateSense™ five-zone climate control

Unique LYRIQ technology and interior features:

  • Max. seating: five
  • Max. cargo space: 60.8 cu.-ft.
  • Power flat-folding 60/40 split-folding second-row seats
  • Full leather seat upholstery 
  • Nappa Leather Package
  • Dual- or tri-zone automatic climate control
  • Auto-dimming rearview mirror
  • Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

2026 Cadillac VISTIQ interior seating

2026 Cadillac VISTIQ

2026 Cadillac LYRIQ interior front seats and dash

2026 Cadillac LYRIQ

2026 Cadillac VISTIQ vs. LYRIQ Performance, Range, & Charging

Dynamic performance awaits with the 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ and 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ. Both EVs feature a 102-kilowatt-hour (kWh) battery pack. The VISTIQ utilizes an all-wheel drive (AWD) and makes 615 horsepower while also offering up to 5,000 pounds of maximum towing capacity. The LYRIQ is offered with up to 515 horsepower with the AWD configuration or 365 horsepower with the standard rear-wheel drive (RWD) configuration. LYRIQ AWD models tow up to 3,500 pounds.

Enjoy exceptional range in the LYRIQ, with up to 326 miles on a single charge. If you pick the VISTIQ, your driving range on a single charge is 305 miles. When it’s time to charge your EV, DC fast charge capabilities with either model allow you to restore up to 80 miles of range for every 10 minutes of charging in the VISTIQ or up to 86 miles of range in 10 minutes of charging.

If you crave enhanced performance, the LYRIQ V-Series trim can accelerate from 0 to 60 MPH in as little as 3.3 seconds with the Velocity Max mode enabled. For enhanced sophistication and agility, the VISTIQ offers a ride-cushioning air ride adaptive suspension and all-wheel steering capabilities.

Compare the VISTIQ and LYRIQ performance specs in the following chart.

2026 Cadillac Model VISTIQ LYRIQ
Drivetrain AWD RWD AWD
Battery 102 kWh 102 kWh
Horsepower 615 HP 365 HP 515 HP standard / 615 HP Velocity Max
Torque 650 lb.-ft. 325 lb.-ft. 450 lb.-ft. standard / 650 lb.-ft. Velocity Max
Max. Towing Capacity 5,000 lbs. N/A 3,500 lbs.
Max. Range 305 mi. 326 mi. 319 mi.
Max. 240V Charge Time 46.9 mi./hr. 30 mi./hr. 47 mi./hr.
DC Fast Charge Time 80 mi./10 min. 86. mi./10 min. 84 mi./10 min.
2026 Cadillac VISTIQ charging in a garage

2026 Cadillac VISTIQ

2026 Cadillac LYRIQ driving fast near forest

2026 Cadillac LYRIQ

2026 Cadillac VISTIQ vs. LYRIQ Pricing & Trims

Finding your ideal Cadillac EV may be influenced by the price you would like to pay for your next vehicle. The 2026 VISTIQ trim lineup has options that range from a starting MSRP of $79,090 to $98,190 MSRP. By comparison, the 2026 LYRIQ trims start at $60,695 MSRP up to $85,290 MSRP. See the standard features and pricing in each trim for both models with our Cadillac VISTIQ trims page and Cadillac LYRIQ trims page.

2026 Cadillac VISTIQ trims

  • Luxury $79,090*
  • Sport $79,590*
  • Premium Luxury $93,590*
  • Platinum $98,190*

*Starting MSRP

2026 Cadillac LYRIQ trims

  • Luxury $60,695*
  • Sport $61,195*
  • Premium Luxury $64,695*
  • Premium Sport $65,195*
  • Signature Luxury $69,295*
  • Signature Sport $69,795*
  • V-Series $80,090*
  • V-Series Premium $85,290*

*Starting MSRP

2026 Cadillac VISTIQ vs. LYRIQ FAQs

Which Has a Longer Range: The 2026 VISTIQ or LYRIQ?

The 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ offers a slightly higher maximum driving range than the 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ. You can drive up to 305 miles on a single charge with the VISTIQ or up to 326 miles on a single charge in the LYRIQ.

When Will the 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ Be Available?

The 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ is available for sale now at Cadillac of Calabasas. Browse our new inventory today to see which trims and colors we currently carry, then schedule a test drive to take a closer look.

Test Drive Cadillac EVs in Calabasas, CA

Visit Cadillac of Calabasas and explore the various exciting options in the Cadillac EV lineup. See the two-row LYRIQ or three-row VISTIQ in person, and schedule a test drive appointment to let us know you are coming. For more information about the luxury EV that has caught your eye, reach out to one of our dealership representatives online or by calling us at (818) 861-9918.

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