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Mazda MX-30 vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

Compare performance (170 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mazda MX-30 or Cadillac Lyriq?

Mazda MX-30 vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

Mazda MX-30

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  • clearly cheaper
  • slightly more efficient
  • substantially lighter
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Cadillac Lyriq

  • considerably more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

MX-30

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.

Mazda MX-30 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,294 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Mazda MX-30 is slightly more efficient: consuming 18.3 kWh/100km compared to 21.8 kWh/100km for the Cadillac Lyriq. That’s a difference of about 3.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Cadillac Lyriq offers significantly more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 445 km more than the Mazda MX-30.

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 considerably more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 170 HP. That’s roughly 476 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Mazda MX-30 takes 9.1 s. That’s about 5.5 s quicker.

MX-30

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, Mazda MX-30 is substantially lighter – 1,849 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 925 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers considerably more boot space – 588 L compared to 350 L. That’s a difference of about 238 L.

When it comes to payload, the Cadillac Lyriq carries barely more – 426 kg compared to 402 kg. That’s a difference of about 24 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
Mazda MX-30
Cadillac Lyriq

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Mazda MX-30

The Mazda MX-30 trades conventional EV practicality for a boutique vibe, wrapping easy urban agility and a stylish, artisan interior into a compact package that stands out in the crossover crowd. It’s ideal for city-minded buyers who value design and driving feel over long-distance trips, and its quirky details prove Mazda can be playful without losing its driver-focused soul.

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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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Mazda MX-30
Cadillac Lyriq

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 37,100 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
85 km
Electric Range
471 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,849 kg
Curb weight
2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
332 - 350 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
4,395 mm
Length
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Width
1,848 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
1,555 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,137 - 1,155 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
402 kg
Payload
426 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
170 HP
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
140 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
125 kW
Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
830 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mazda
Brand
Cadillac
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