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Nissan Ariya vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

Compare performance (435 HP vs 615 HP), boot space and price (54,800 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Ariya or Cadillac Lyriq?

Nissan Ariya vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

Nissan Ariya

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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Cadillac Lyriq

  • visibly more power
  • a bit more efficient
  • visibly more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Ariya

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Ariya is noticeably cheaper – starting at 54,800 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,294 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Cadillac Lyriq is a bit more efficient: consuming 21.8 kWh/100km compared to 24.5 kWh/100km for the Nissan Ariya. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Cadillac Lyriq offers visibly more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 113 km more than the Nissan Ariya.

Lyriq

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 offers visibly more power – delivering 615 HP compared to 435 HP. That’s roughly 180 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Nissan Ariya takes 5 s. That’s about 1.7 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers clearly more torque with 880 Nm compared to 600 Nm. That’s about 280 Nm more.

Ariya

Space and Everyday Use:

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, Nissan Ariya is a bit lighter – 2,277 kg compared to 2,713 kg. The difference is around 436 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers markedly more boot space – 588 L compared to 415 L. That’s a difference of about 173 L.

When it comes to payload, the Cadillac Lyriq carries visibly more – 487 kg compared to 363 kg. That’s a difference of about 124 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac Lyriq stands well ahead of its rival 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 - 615 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 460 - 530 km
Nissan Ariya
Cadillac Lyriq

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Nissan Ariya

The Nissan Ariya wraps futuristic, sculpted styling around a calm, high-tech cabin, making the switch to electric feel surprisingly easy and grown-up. It’s a comfortable, sensible EV that favors everyday usability and clever packaging over headline-grabbing theatrics — ideal for buyers who want an elegant, low-fuss electric car without the ego.

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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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Nissan Ariya
Cadillac Lyriq

Costs and Consumption

Price
54,800 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
24.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
417 km
Electric Range
460 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 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
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,277 kg
Curb weight
2,713 - 2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
415 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
363 kg
Payload
426 - 487 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
435 HP
Power HP
528 - 615 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
600 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
320 kW
Power kW
388 - 452 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General

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