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Polestar 3 vs Cadillac Lyriq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (517 HP vs 615 HP), boot space and price (67400 £ vs 71100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 3 or Cadillac Lyriq?

Polestar 3

Cadillac Lyriq

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

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

Polestar 3 has a barely noticeable advantage in terms of price – it starts at 67400 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3780 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Polestar 3: with 17.60 kWh per 100 km, it’s noticeable more efficient than the Cadillac Lyriq with 21.80 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.20 kWh.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 performs distinct better – achieving up to 706 km, about 176 km more than the Cadillac Lyriq.

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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 has a to a small extent edge – offering 615 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 98 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.30 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.70 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 210 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Polestar 3 pulls slight stronger with 910 Nm compared to 880 Nm. That’s about 30 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, Polestar 3 is barely noticeable lighter – 2575 kg compared to 2713 kg. The difference is around 138 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers to a small extent more room – 588 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Cadillac Lyriq performs to a small extent better – up to 1687 L, which is about 276 L more than the Polestar 3.

When it comes to payload, Polestar 3 hardly perceptible takes the win – 496 kg compared to 487 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac Lyriq has the upper hand 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.

Polestar 3
Cadillac Lyriq

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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
  • Electric Range : 460 - 530 km

Polestar 3

Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.

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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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Polestar 3
Cadillac Lyriq

Costs and Consumption

Price
67400 - 79000 £
Price
71100 - 93300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh
Electric Range
567 - 706 km
Electric Range
460 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
107 kWh
Battery Capacity
102 kWh
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
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2575 - 2584 kg
Curb weight
2713 - 2774 kg
Trunk capacity
484 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
4900 mm
Length
5005 mm
Width
1935 mm
Width
1977 mm
Height
1614 - 1618 mm
Height
1623 mm
Max trunk capacity
1411 L
Max trunk capacity
1687 L
Payload
285 - 496 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
299 - 517 HP
Power HP
528 - 615 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
Max Speed
210 km/h
Torque
490 - 910 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
220 - 380 kW
Power kW
388 - 452 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Cadillac
What drive types are available for the Polestar 3?

The Polestar 3 is available as All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.