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Cadillac Lyriq vs Audi Q2 comparison

Compare performance (646 HP vs 300 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 24,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Cadillac Lyriq or Audi Q2?

Cadillac Lyriq vs Audi Q2: Key differences

Cadillac Lyriq

  • considerably more power
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Audi Q2

4.4 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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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

Lyriq

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Audi Q2 is significantly cheaper – starting at 24,900 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,285 £.

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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 considerably more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 300 HP. That’s roughly 346 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Audi Q2 takes 4.9 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers considerably more torque with 880 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 480 Nm more.

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, Audi Q2 is clearly lighter – 1,330 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 1,444 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers clearly more boot space – 588 L compared to 405 L. That’s a difference of about 183 L.

When it comes to payload, the Audi Q2 carries moderately more – 510 kg compared to 426 kg. That’s a difference of about 84 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac Lyriq has only a minor advantage 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
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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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Audi Q2

The Audi Q2 packs Audi’s premium attitude into a compact, cheeky package that turns city streets into a runway for tasteful design and clever practicality. It’s an easy car to live with thanks to an upscale cabin, composed manners and sprightly handling, and while it won’t satisfy someone chasing sports-car thrills, it’s a smart, stylish pick for buyers who want substance with a wink.

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Reviews Audi Q2

4.4 (5 Reviews)
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ribiere
13 Jul 2026, 07:51:47

I've had a Q2 TDI 116 since 2018 with 108,000 km. No engine or chassis problems. Except for weakness of the front-left tyre.

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14 Feb 2026, 20:00:47

ive really enjoyed my 2 audi q2s and still looking for a match .

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Costs and Consumption
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Price
24,900 - 43,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 8.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
471 - 530 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
127 - 183 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
2,774 kg
Curb weight
1,330 - 1,610 kg
Trunk capacity
588 L
Trunk capacity
355 - 405 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,977 mm
Width
1,794 - 1,802 mm
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
426 kg
Payload
450 - 510 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Power HP
116 - 300 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 10.5 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Torque
200 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Power kW
85 - 221 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, E, G
Brand
Cadillac
Brand
Audi
What drivetrain options does the Cadillac Lyriq have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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