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Cadillac Lyriq vs Mercedes A Class Saloon comparison

Compare performance (646 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 32,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Cadillac Lyriq or Mercedes A Class Saloon?

Cadillac Lyriq vs Mercedes A Class Saloon: Key differences

Cadillac Lyriq

  • substantially more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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Mercedes A Class Saloon

  • clearly cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Lyriq

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Mercedes A Class Saloon is clearly cheaper – starting at 32,700 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 38,421 £.

As for electric range, the Cadillac Lyriq offers substantially more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 442 km more than the Mercedes A Class Saloon.

A Class Saloon

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 320 HP. That’s roughly 326 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 Mercedes A Class Saloon takes 4.8 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers clearly more torque with 880 Nm compared to 450 Nm. That’s about 430 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, Mercedes A Class Saloon is significantly lighter – 1,450 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 1,324 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers clearly more boot space – 588 L compared to 395 L. That’s a difference of about 193 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes A Class Saloon carries somewhat more – 490 kg compared to 426 kg. That’s a difference of about 64 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac Lyriq stands well ahead of its rival 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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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 Mercedes A‑Class Saloon blends compact practicality with premium flair, wrapping a surprisingly spacious interior in a slick, modern package that feels more grown-up than its hatchback sibling. It’s an ideal choice for city drivers who want Mercedes polish and cutting-edge tech without the ostentation of a larger saloon, and it even manages to make the daily commute feel a little bit special.

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Mercedes A Class Saloon

Costs and Consumption
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Price
32,700 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 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
88 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
12.9 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
16 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
35 - 51 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
4
Curb weight
2,774 kg
Curb weight
1,450 - 1,705 kg
Trunk capacity
588 L
Trunk capacity
345 - 395 L
Length
-
Length
4,558 - 4,570 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Width
1,796 mm
Height
-
Height
1,413 - 1,429 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
426 kg
Payload
475 - 490 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Power HP
116 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.8 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
206 - 250 km/h
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Torque
200 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Power kW
85 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,991 cm3

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

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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