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BMW i4 vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (49,900 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i4 or Cadillac Lyriq?

BMW i4 vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

BMW i4

4.9 (4 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • visibly lighter
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Cadillac Lyriq

  • marginally more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

i4

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW i4 is considerably cheaper – starting at 49,900 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,257 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i4 is significantly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 21.8 kWh/100km for the Cadillac Lyriq. That’s a difference of about 7.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i4 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 613 km, about 83 km more than the Cadillac Lyriq.

Lyriq

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Cadillac Lyriq offers marginally more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 601 HP. That’s roughly 45 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the BMW i4 takes 3.7 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers only slightly more torque with 880 Nm compared to 795 Nm. That’s about 85 Nm more.

i4

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW i4 is visibly lighter – 2,070 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 704 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers visibly more boot space – 588 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 118 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i4 carries slightly more – 480 kg compared to 426 kg. That’s a difference of about 54 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i4 is clearly superior overall 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 £49,900
i4

BMW i4

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 286 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 514 - 613 km
BMW i4
Cadillac Lyriq

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW i4

The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.

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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 i4
Cadillac Lyriq

Costs and Consumption

Price
49,900 - 63,200 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
514 - 613 km
Electric Range
471 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,285 kg
Curb weight
2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
445 - 480 kg
Payload
426 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 601 HP
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
400 - 795 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
210 - 442 kW
Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Cadillac
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