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Kia Sorento vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

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

Kia Sorento vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

Kia Sorento

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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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Cadillac Lyriq

  • significantly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Sorento

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Sorento is clearly 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 clearly more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 475 km more than the Kia Sorento.

Lyriq

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Cadillac Lyriq offers significantly 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 significantly 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 clearly more torque with 880 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 440 Nm more.

Sorento

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

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

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

Looking at boot space, the Kia Sorento offers slightly 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 clearly 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 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
Kia Sorento
Cadillac Lyriq

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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

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
Cadillac Lyriq

Costs and Consumption

Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
55 km
Electric Range
471 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
87 - 174 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

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

Engine and Performance

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

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