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Vauxhall Rocks Electric vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

Compare performance (8 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (6,800 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Rocks Electric or Cadillac Lyriq?

Vauxhall Rocks Electric vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Cadillac Lyriq

  • clearly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • considerably more trunk space
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Rocks Electric

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.

Vauxhall Rocks Electric is substantially cheaper – starting at 6,800 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 64,294 £.

As for electric range, the Cadillac Lyriq offers clearly more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 455 km more than the Vauxhall Rocks Electric.

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 clearly more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 8 HP. That’s roughly 638 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers considerably more torque with 880 Nm compared to 40 Nm. That’s about 840 Nm more.

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, Vauxhall Rocks Electric is substantially lighter – 558 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 2,216 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers considerably more boot space – 588 L compared to 63 L. That’s a difference of about 525 L.

When it comes to payload, the Cadillac Lyriq carries substantially more – 426 kg compared to 142 kg. That’s a difference of about 284 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Rocks Electric is far ahead overall 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 £6,800
Rocks Electric

Vauxhall Rocks Electric

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 8 HP
  • Electric Range 75 km
Vauxhall Rocks Electric
Cadillac Lyriq

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Vauxhall Rocks Electric

The Opel Rocks Electric is a cheeky urban crossover that swaps petrol fuss for an electric grin, offering compact practicality and a playful character for city life. It’s easy to live with, delivers quietly eager acceleration for everyday driving, and feels like a smart, approachable choice for buyers dipping their toes into EV ownership.

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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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Vauxhall Rocks Electric
Cadillac Lyriq

Costs and Consumption

Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption 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
Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
471 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
2
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
558 kg
Curb weight
2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
63 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,388 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
142 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
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
8 HP
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
40 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
6 kW
Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
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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
Vauxhall
Brand
Cadillac
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