Compare performance (615 HP vs 503 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 65,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Cadillac Lyriq or Audi Q8 e-tron?
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.
Audi Q8 e-tron is only slightly cheaper – starting at 65,100 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,085 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Audi Q8 e-tron is somewhat more efficient: consuming 19.7 kWh/100km compared to 21.8 kWh/100km for the Cadillac Lyriq. That’s a difference of about 2.1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Audi Q8 e-tron offers moderately more range – reaching up to 595 km, about 65 km more than the Cadillac Lyriq.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Cadillac Lyriq offers a bit more power – delivering 615 HP compared to 503 HP. That’s roughly 112 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Audi Q8 e-tron takes 4.5 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Audi Q8 e-tron delivers barely more torque with 973 Nm compared to 880 Nm. That’s about 93 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Audi Q8 e-tron is barely lighter – 2,585 kg compared to 2,713 kg. The difference is around 128 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers only slightly more boot space – 588 L compared to 569 L. That’s a difference of about 19 L.
When it comes to payload, the Audi Q8 e-tron carries moderately more – 595 kg compared to 487 kg. That’s a difference of about 108 kg.
The Cadillac Lyriq is barely ahead 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 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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The Audi Q8 e-tron wraps Audi’s usual premium polish into a quiet, composed electric SUV that feels refined and surprisingly effortless to drive. With a spacious, tech-forward cabin and understated road presence, it’s a practical yet stylish choice for buyers who want electric motoring without losing the dignity of a proper luxury SUV.
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Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
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Price
65,100 - 102,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 26.3 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
460 - 530 km
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Electric Range
456 - 595 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
89 - 106 kWh
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co2
0 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
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
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2,713 - 2,774 kg
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Curb weight
2,585 - 2,725 kg
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Trunk capacity
588 L
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Trunk capacity
528 - 569 L
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Length
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Length
4,915 mm
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Width
1,977 mm
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Width
1,937 - 1,994 mm
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Height
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Height
1,617 - 1,683 mm
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,567 - 1,637 L
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Payload
426 - 487 kg
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Payload
515 - 595 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction 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
528 - 615 HP
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Power HP
340 - 503 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.5 - 6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 - 210 km/h
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Torque
610 - 880 Nm
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Torque
664 - 973 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
388 - 452 kW
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Power kW
250 - 370 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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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
2,023 - 2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Cadillac
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Brand
Audi
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