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Mercedes AMG GT vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

Compare performance (816 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (102,500 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes AMG GT or Cadillac Lyriq?

Mercedes AMG GT vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

Mercedes AMG GT

  • markedly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly lighter
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Cadillac Lyriq

  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

AMG GT

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Cadillac Lyriq is significantly cheaper – starting at 71,100 £ , while the Mercedes AMG GT costs 102,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,362 £.

As for electric range, the Cadillac Lyriq offers clearly more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 519 km more than the Mercedes AMG GT.

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 Mercedes AMG GT offers markedly more power – delivering 816 HP compared to 646 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes AMG GT is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Cadillac Lyriq takes 3.6 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes AMG GT delivers markedly more torque with 1,420 Nm compared to 880 Nm. That’s about 540 Nm more.

AMG GT

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 2.

In terms of curb weight, Mercedes AMG GT is clearly lighter – 1,790 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 984 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers considerably more boot space – 588 L compared to 321 L. That’s a difference of about 267 L.

When it comes to payload, the Cadillac Lyriq carries clearly more – 426 kg compared to 215 kg. That’s a difference of about 211 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
Mercedes AMG GT
Cadillac Lyriq

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Mercedes AMG GT

The Mercedes-AMG GT is a theatrical sports car with prowling looks and an aggressive exhaust note that announces its intentions the moment it fires up. It pairs ferocious performance with surprising everyday usability — a taut yet forgiving chassis and a cockpit that feels special — making sensible buyers suddenly very good at justifying indulgence.

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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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Mercedes AMG GT
Cadillac Lyriq

Costs and Consumption

Price
102,500 - 194,400 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
10.3 - 14 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
11 km
Electric Range
471 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
235 - 319 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,790 - 2,195 kg
Curb weight
2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
182 - 321 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,929 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
170 - 215 kg
Payload
426 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
435 - 816 HP
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
500 - 1,420 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
320 - 600 kW
Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1,991 - 3,982 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Cadillac
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