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Polestar 3 vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

Compare performance (680 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (67,600 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 3 or Cadillac Lyriq?

Polestar 3 vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

Polestar 3

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  • very slightly cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • moderately lighter
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Cadillac Lyriq

  • marginally quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

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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.

Polestar 3 is very slightly cheaper – starting at 67,600 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,514 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 3 is clearly more efficient: consuming 17.7 kWh/100km compared to 21.8 kWh/100km for the Cadillac Lyriq. That’s a difference of about 4.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 647 km, about 117 km more than the Cadillac Lyriq.

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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 Polestar 3 offers very slightly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 646 HP. That’s roughly 34 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is marginally quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 3.9 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers marginally more torque with 880 Nm compared to 870 Nm. That’s about 10 Nm more.

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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 terms of curb weight, Polestar 3 is moderately lighter – 2,315 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 459 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers somewhat more boot space – 588 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 104 L.

When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries clearly more – 645 kg compared to 426 kg. That’s a difference of about 219 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Polestar 3 holds a decisive 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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Polestar 3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 333 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 601 - 647 km
Polestar 3
Cadillac Lyriq

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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
67,600 - 91,600 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.7 - 20.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
601 - 647 km
Electric Range
471 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,315 - 2,525 kg
Curb weight
2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
484 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,935 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
605 - 645 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
333 - 680 HP
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
480 - 870 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
245 - 500 kW
Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Polestar
Brand
Cadillac
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