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Kia Stonic vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

Compare performance (115 HP vs 615 HP), boot space and price (20,400 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Stonic or Cadillac Lyriq?

Kia Stonic vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

Kia Stonic

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Cadillac Lyriq

  • considerably more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably 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

Stonic

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia Stonic is significantly cheaper – starting at 20,400 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 50,751 £.

Lyriq

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 Cadillac Lyriq offers considerably more power – delivering 615 HP compared to 115 HP. That’s roughly 500 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Kia Stonic takes 10.7 s. That’s about 7.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers considerably more torque with 880 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 680 Nm more.

Stonic

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia Stonic is considerably lighter – 1,205 kg compared to 2,713 kg. The difference is around 1,508 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers considerably more boot space – 588 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 236 L.

When it comes to payload, the Cadillac Lyriq carries barely more – 487 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 42 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac Lyriq is decisively 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 £71,100
Lyriq

Cadillac Lyriq

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 528 - 615 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 460 - 530 km
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Kia Stonic

The Kia Stonic is a sprightly compact crossover that mixes city-friendly agility with a cheeky, modern design — perfect for buyers who want style without sacrificing sense. Inside it serves up clever practicality and a bright, well-equipped cabin, making everyday driving feel a bit more fun than it has any right to be.

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Reviews Kia Stonic

4.6 (2 Reviews)
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Jan
18 Mar 2026, 07:19:10

Very good car, uses little fuel, nothing's gone wrong in 4 years, no breakdowns.

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Ennio
4 Feb 2026, 13:19:36

I'm very satisfied — I have a Stonic Black Edition hybrid, and I haven't had any problems after two years.

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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
20,400 - 26,800 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
5.6 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
460 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
126 - 128 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
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Curb weight
1,205 - 1,270 kg
Curb weight
2,713 - 2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
352 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,760 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
440 - 445 kg
Payload
426 - 487 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
100 - 115 HP
Power HP
528 - 615 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.7 - 12.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
172 - 200 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
74 - 85 kW
Power kW
388 - 452 kW
Engine capacity
998 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Cadillac
Is the Kia Stonic offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia Stonic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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