Compare performance (398 HP vs 615 HP), boot space and price (51,300 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X3 or Cadillac Lyriq?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
BMW X3 is markedly cheaper – starting at 51,300 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,885 £.
As for electric range, the Cadillac Lyriq offers considerably more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 442 km more than the BMW X3.
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 visibly more power – delivering 615 HP compared to 398 HP. That’s roughly 217 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the BMW X3 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers clearly more torque with 880 Nm compared to 670 Nm. That’s about 210 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 X3 is substantially lighter – 1,930 kg compared to 2,713 kg. The difference is around 783 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers barely more boot space – 588 L compared to 570 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW X3 carries slightly more – 570 kg compared to 487 kg. That’s a difference of about 83 kg.
The Cadillac Lyriq is far ahead 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.
The BMW X3 mixes Bavarian poise with everyday practicality, delivering a composed ride and a cabin that feels both premium and lived-in. It’s the sort of SUV that lets you enjoy sporty handling without sacrificing family-friendly space, so you get fun and sense in one neat package.
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
51,300 - 72,400 £
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Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.7 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
88 km
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Electric Range
460 - 530 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
64 - 175 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 - 65 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,930 - 2,140 kg
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Curb weight
2,713 - 2,774 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 - 570 L
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Trunk capacity
588 L
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Length
4,755 mm
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Length
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Width
1,920 mm
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Width
1,977 mm
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Height
1,660 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,700 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
570 kg
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Payload
426 - 487 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 398 HP
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Power HP
528 - 615 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.3 s
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Max Speed
215 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
330 - 670 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
145 - 293 kW
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Power kW
388 - 452 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
F, E, 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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