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BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

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?

BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • considerably cheaper
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter
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Cadillac Lyriq

  • moderately more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • slightly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

3 Series Saloon

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Lyriq

Engine and Performance:

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.

3 Series Saloon

Space and Everyday Use:

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.

Who wins the race in the data check?

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.

from £71,100
Lyriq

Cadillac Lyriq

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 528 - 646 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 471 - 530 km
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Cadillac Lyriq

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BMW 3 Series Saloon

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.

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Cadillac Lyriq

The 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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BMW 3 Series Saloon
Cadillac Lyriq

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
Electric Range
471 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
54 - 227 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 - 495 kg
Payload
426 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Cadillac
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