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Cadillac Lyriq vs BMW 3 Series Saloon comparison

Compare performance (646 HP vs 530 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 39,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Cadillac Lyriq or BMW 3 Series Saloon?

Cadillac Lyriq vs BMW 3 Series Saloon: Key differences

Cadillac Lyriq

  • a bit more power
  • considerably more electric range
  • somewhat more trunk space
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BMW 3 Series Saloon

  • considerably cheaper
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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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.

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 considerably more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 429 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.

3 Series Saloon

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 a bit 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 markedly more torque with 880 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

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, BMW 3 Series Saloon is significantly lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 1,199 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers somewhat 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 slightly 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 holds a decisive overall lead 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
Cadillac Lyriq
BMW 3 Series Saloon

Costs and Consumption

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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

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
BMW 3 Series Saloon

Costs and Consumption

Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Price
39,900 - 92,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 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
96 - 101 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
54 - 227 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

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

Engine and Performance

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

General

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