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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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 |
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Price
6,800 - 7,500 £
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Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
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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
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Electric Range
75 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
0 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
Hatchback
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
558 kg
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Curb weight
2,774 kg
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Trunk capacity
63 L
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Trunk capacity
588 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,388 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
142 kg
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Payload
426 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
8 HP
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Power HP
528 - 646 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
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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
40 Nm
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Torque
610 - 880 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
6 kW
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Power kW
388 - 475 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
Cadillac
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