Compare performance (530 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (39,900 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Saloon or Cadillac Lyriq?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
BMW 3 Series Saloon is considerably cheaper – starting at 39,900 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,200 £.
As for electric range, the Cadillac Lyriq offers substantially more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 429 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Cadillac Lyriq offers moderately more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 116 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Cadillac Lyriq takes 3.6 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers clearly more torque with 880 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is considerably lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 1,199 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers slightly more boot space – 588 L compared to 480 L. That’s a difference of about 108 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Saloon carries moderately more – 495 kg compared to 426 kg. That’s a difference of about 69 kg.
The Cadillac Lyriq stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The BMW 3 Series saloon is a driver's car in a suit, blending poised handling with a cabin that feels more premium than its practicality suggests. It’s composed enough for daily duties yet playful enough to keep weekend drives interesting, making it a sensible choice for buyers who still want to have fun.
detailsThe Cadillac Lyriq arrives with bold, angular styling and a striking light signature that gives it real presence on the road without trying too hard. Inside, the Lyriq serves up a calm, tech-heavy cabin with premium touches and a relaxed driving experience that makes switching to electric feel less like a sacrifice and more like a quiet flex.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
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Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
96 - 101 km
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Electric Range
471 - 530 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
54 - 227 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
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Curb weight
2,774 kg
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Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
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Trunk capacity
588 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Width
1,977 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
405 - 495 kg
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Payload
426 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
528 - 646 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
610 - 880 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Power kW
388 - 475 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Cadillac
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