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NIO ET5 vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

Compare performance (490 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (40,700 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – NIO ET5 or Cadillac Lyriq?

NIO ET5 vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

NIO ET5

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  • considerably cheaper
  • moderately more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • markedly lighter
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Cadillac Lyriq

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

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

ET5

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

NIO ET5 is considerably cheaper – starting at 40,700 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30,428 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the NIO ET5 is moderately more efficient: consuming 18.6 kWh/100km compared to 21.8 kWh/100km for the Cadillac Lyriq. That’s a difference of about 3.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the NIO ET5 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 590 km, about 60 km more than the Cadillac Lyriq.

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 visibly more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 490 HP. That’s roughly 156 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 NIO ET5 takes 4 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers noticeably more torque with 880 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.

ET5

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, NIO ET5 is markedly lighter – 2,215 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 559 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers clearly more boot space – 588 L compared to 386 L. That’s a difference of about 202 L.

When it comes to payload, the NIO ET5 carries moderately more – 475 kg compared to 426 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO ET5 holds a narrow 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.

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ET5

NIO ET5

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 490 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 456 - 590 km
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NIO ET5

NIO ET5 arrives with sleek, minimalist lines and a cabin that feels more like a calm lounge than a dashboard, delivering a composed drive that keeps motorway monotony at bay. Tech is smart rather than showy, and the brand’s novel ownership options make it an appealing choice for buyers who want electric convenience without the usual headaches — plus it brings enough personality to make charging stops less boring.

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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
40,700 - 58,700 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.6 - 18.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
456 - 590 km
Electric Range
471 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
Battery Capacity
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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
-
Curb weight
2,215 - 2,235 kg
Curb weight
2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
386 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
4,790 mm
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
1,499 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,135 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
455 - 475 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
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
490 HP
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
200 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
700 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
360 kW
Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
NIO
Brand
Cadillac
Is the NIO ET5 offered with different drivetrains?

The NIO ET5 is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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