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Mercedes EQS vs Cadillac Lyriq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (544 HP vs 615 HP), boot space and price (93900 £ vs 69400 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes EQS or Cadillac Lyriq?

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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 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 69400 £, while the Mercedes EQS costs 93900 £. That’s a price difference of around 24472 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Mercedes EQS: with 16.50 kWh per 100 km, it’s evident more efficient than the Cadillac Lyriq with 21.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 5.30 kWh.

As for range, the Mercedes EQS performs noticeable better – achieving up to 816 km, about 286 km more than the Cadillac Lyriq.

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Engine and Performance:

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 has a to a small extent edge – offering 615 HP compared to 544 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Mercedes EQS takes 4.40 s. That’s about 1.10 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Cadillac Lyriq performs barely noticeable better – reaching 230 km/h, while the Mercedes EQS tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Cadillac Lyriq pulls barely noticeable stronger with 880 Nm compared to 858 Nm. That’s about 22 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

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In curb weight, Mercedes EQS is hardly perceptible lighter – 2545 kg compared to 2774 kg. The difference is around 229 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Mercedes EQS offers minimal more room – 610 L compared to 588 L. That’s a difference of about 22 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Mercedes EQS performs barely noticeable better – up to 1770 L, which is about 83 L more than the Cadillac Lyriq.

When it comes to payload, Mercedes EQS noticeable takes the win – 565 kg compared to 426 kg. That’s a difference of about 139 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Mercedes EQS shows itself to be has a very small edge and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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Mercedes EQS

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 360 - 544 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.5 - 17.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 790 - 816 km
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Mercedes EQS

The Mercedes EQS is a silent, spaceship-like flagship that turns electric luxury into zen on wheels, wrapped in a swooping design that insists on being admired. Inside it’s all glassy screens and soft-touch surfaces that make long trips feel like first class, and the driving experience is composed and effortless — like a courteous butler with an electric heart.

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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
93900 - 123500 £
Price
69400 - 93300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.5 - 17.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh
Electric Range
790 - 816 km
Electric Range
460 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
118 kWh
Battery Capacity
91 - 102 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2545 - 2655 kg
Curb weight
2774 kg
Trunk capacity
610 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
5223 mm
Length
5005 mm
Width
1926 mm
Width
1977 mm
Height
1512 mm
Height
1623 mm
Max trunk capacity
1770 L
Max trunk capacity
1687 L
Payload
550 - 565 kg
Payload
426 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
360 - 544 HP
Power HP
528 - 615 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.4 - 6.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
210 km/h
Max Speed
210 - 230 km/h
Torque
568 - 858 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
265 - 400 kW
Power kW
388 - 458 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Brand
Cadillac

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What drivetrain options does the Mercedes EQS have?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.