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Lexus RC vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

Compare performance (464 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (82,300 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus RC or Cadillac Lyriq?

Lexus RC vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

Lexus RC

  • considerably lighter
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Cadillac Lyriq

  • somewhat cheaper
  • noticeably more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

RC

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Cadillac Lyriq is somewhat cheaper – starting at 71,100 £ , while the Lexus RC costs 82,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,186 £.

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 noticeably more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 464 HP. That’s roughly 182 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Lexus RC takes 4.3 s. That’s about 0.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers substantially more torque with 880 Nm compared to 520 Nm. That’s about 360 Nm more.

RC

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.

Seats: Cadillac Lyriq offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus RC is considerably lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 1,059 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers visibly more boot space – 588 L compared to 366 L. That’s a difference of about 222 L.

When it comes to payload, the Lexus RC carries markedly more – 535 kg compared to 426 kg. That’s a difference of about 109 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac Lyriq is far ahead overall 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
Lexus RC
Cadillac Lyriq

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus RC

The Lexus RC cuts a dramatic figure on the road with its bold grille and sculpted coupe silhouette, blending Japanese refinement with a dash of show-off flair. Inside it favors comfort and clever detailing over racetrack theatrics, so if you want a luxurious, dependable coupe that rewards everyday driving with poise and a grin, the RC is hard to ignore.

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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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Lexus RC
Cadillac Lyriq

Costs and Consumption

Price
82,300 - 101,500 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
11.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
471 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
268 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
66 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,715 kg
Curb weight
2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
366 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
4,710 mm
Length
-
Width
1,845 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
1,390 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
535 kg
Payload
426 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
464 HP
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.3 - 4.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
270 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
520 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
341 kW
Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
4,969 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Cadillac
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