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Cadillac OPTIQ vs VW Arteon comparison

Compare performance (304 HP vs 320 HP), boot space and price (55,700 £ vs 43,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Cadillac OPTIQ or VW Arteon?

Cadillac OPTIQ vs VW Arteon: Key differences

Cadillac OPTIQ

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VW Arteon

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  • visibly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

VW Arteon is visibly cheaper – starting at 43,300 £ , while the Cadillac OPTIQ costs 55,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,433 £.

Arteon

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 VW Arteon offers barely more power – delivering 320 HP compared to 304 HP. That’s roughly 16 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Arteon is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Cadillac OPTIQ takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac OPTIQ delivers somewhat more torque with 480 Nm compared to 420 Nm. That’s about 60 Nm more.

Arteon

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, VW Arteon is significantly lighter – 1,607 kg compared to 2,376 kg. The difference is around 769 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Arteon offers visibly more boot space – 590 L compared to 443 L. That’s a difference of about 147 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Arteon carries marginally more – 569 kg compared to 524 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Arteon comes out modestly 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.

from £43,300
Arteon

VW Arteon

  • Engine Type Diesel, Petrol
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 320 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
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Cadillac OPTIQ

The Cadillac Optiq is a chic, compact electric SUV that brings the brand’s bold styling, hushed refinement, and confident punch to a more attainable size. With a calm, composed ride, a tech-rich cabin, and the brand’s signature light show outside, it feels like an urban-friendly gateway to true American luxury without losing the drama or the practicality buyers need.

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VW Arteon

The VW Arteon cuts a fastback silhouette that manages to look more expensive than it is, with a cabin that feels calm, roomy and smartly finished. It blends relaxed long distance comfort with a touch of sporting poise, making it a clever choice for buyers who want grand touring polish without shouting for attention.

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Cadillac OPTIQ
VW Arteon

Costs and Consumption
Price
55,700 £
Price
43,300 - 60,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
425 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
133 - 195 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
66 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,376 kg
Curb weight
1,607 - 1,773 kg
Trunk capacity
443 L
Trunk capacity
590 L
Length
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Length
4,866 mm
Width
1,912 mm
Width
1,871 mm
Height
-
Height
1,434 - 1,451 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,632 L
Payload
524 kg
Payload
467 - 569 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel, Petrol
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
304 HP
Power HP
150 - 320 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 9.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
216 - 250 km/h
Torque
480 Nm
Torque
320 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
224 kW
Power kW
110 - 235 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,968 - 1,984 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
Brand
Cadillac
Brand
VW
What drive types are available for the Cadillac OPTIQ?

The Cadillac OPTIQ is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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