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Cadillac Lyriq vs Kia Sorento comparison

Compare performance (646 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 47,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Cadillac Lyriq or Kia Sorento?

Cadillac Lyriq vs Kia Sorento: Key differences

Cadillac Lyriq

  • substantially more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia Sorento

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
  • somewhat 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

Lyriq

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Kia Sorento is significantly cheaper – starting at 47,300 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,837 £.

As for electric range, the Cadillac Lyriq offers significantly more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 475 km more than the Kia Sorento.

Sorento

Engine and Performance:

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 substantially more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 288 HP. That’s roughly 358 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 4.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers substantially more torque with 880 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 440 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.

Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is substantially lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 919 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers somewhat more boot space – 705 L compared to 588 L. That’s a difference of about 117 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries visibly more – 685 kg compared to 426 kg. That’s a difference of about 259 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac Lyriq 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 £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
Kia Sorento

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Kia Sorento

The Kia Sorento blends roomy practicality with smart tech and an unexpectedly composed highway manner, making it an easy choice for families who want comfort without fuss. It presents classy interior touches and sensible packaging at a realistic price, proving you don't need to shout to be noticed in the SUV crowd.

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Cadillac Lyriq
Kia Sorento

Costs and Consumption

Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 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
55 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
87 - 174 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,774 kg
Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
Trunk capacity
588 L
Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,977 mm
Width
1,900 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
162 - 685 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Power HP
194 - 288 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Torque
380 - 440 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Power kW
142 - 212 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
Brand
Cadillac
Brand
Kia
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