Compare performance (585 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class or Cadillac Lyriq?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Mercedes E-Class is substantially cheaper – starting at 50,500 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 20,652 £.
As for electric range, the Cadillac Lyriq offers substantially more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 414 km more than the Mercedes E-Class.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Cadillac Lyriq offers marginally more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 585 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is moderately quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Mercedes E-Class takes 4 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers somewhat more torque with 880 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Mercedes E-Class is significantly lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 964 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers barely more boot space – 588 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 48 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes E-Class carries markedly more – 640 kg compared to 426 kg. That’s a difference of about 214 kg.
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.
The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.
detailsThe 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 |
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Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
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Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
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Electric Range
471 - 530 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
39 - 172 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
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Curb weight
2,774 kg
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Trunk capacity
588 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,880 mm
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Width
1,977 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
530 - 640 kg
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Payload
426 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Power HP
528 - 646 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Torque
610 - 880 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Power kW
388 - 475 kW
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Cadillac
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