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Cadillac Lyriq vs Mercedes EQS SUV comparison

Compare performance (646 HP vs 658 HP), boot space and price (71,100 £ vs 95,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Cadillac Lyriq or Mercedes EQS SUV?

Cadillac Lyriq vs Mercedes EQS SUV: Key differences

Cadillac Lyriq

  • noticeably cheaper
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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Mercedes EQS SUV

  • very slightly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • very slightly lighter
  • marginally more trunk space
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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.

Cadillac Lyriq is noticeably cheaper – starting at 71,100 £ , while the Mercedes EQS SUV costs 95,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,830 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mercedes EQS SUV is a bit more efficient: consuming 19.6 kWh/100km compared to 21.8 kWh/100km for the Cadillac Lyriq. That’s a difference of about 2.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers visibly more range – reaching up to 695 km, about 165 km more than the Cadillac Lyriq.

EQS SUV

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 Mercedes EQS SUV offers very slightly more power – delivering 658 HP compared to 646 HP. That’s roughly 12 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Mercedes EQS SUV takes 4.4 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes EQS SUV delivers only slightly more torque with 950 Nm compared to 880 Nm. That’s about 70 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 EQS SUV is very slightly lighter – 2,695 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 79 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Mercedes EQS SUV offers marginally more boot space – 645 L compared to 588 L. That’s a difference of about 57 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes EQS SUV carries markedly more – 570 kg compared to 426 kg. That’s a difference of about 144 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mercedes EQS SUV shows a few small advantages 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 £95,000
EQS SUV

Mercedes EQS SUV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 360 - 658 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 615 - 695 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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Costs and Consumption
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Price
95,000 - 212,100 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
471 - 530 km
Electric Range
615 - 695 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
108.4 - 118 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,774 kg
Curb weight
2,695 - 3,075 kg
Trunk capacity
588 L
Trunk capacity
440 - 645 L
Length
-
Length
5,125 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Width
1,959 - 2,034 mm
Height
-
Height
1,718 - 1,721 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
2,100 L
Payload
426 kg
Payload
425 - 570 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Power HP
360 - 658 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.8 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Torque
568 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Power kW
265 - 484 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Cadillac
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Cadillac Lyriq have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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