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Polestar 3 vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison
Compare performance (517 HP vs 615 HP), boot space and price (67,400 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Polestar 3 or Cadillac Lyriq?
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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 67,400 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3,780 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Polestar 3 is clearly more efficient: consuming 17.6 kWh/100km compared to 21.8 kWh/100km for the Cadillac Lyriq. That’s a difference of about 4.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 176 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 Cadillac Lyriq offers moderately more power – delivering 615 HP compared to 517 HP. That’s roughly 98 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.3 s, while the Polestar 3 takes 4.7 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Polestar 3 delivers marginally more torque with 910 Nm compared to 880 Nm. That’s about 30 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 very slightly lighter – 2,575 kg compared to 2,713 kg. The difference is around 138 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 only slightly more – 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.
from £71,100
Cadillac Lyriq
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 |
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Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
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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
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
567 - 706 km
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Electric Range
460 - 530 km
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Battery Capacity
107 kWh
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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
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,575 - 2,584 kg
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Curb weight
2,713 - 2,774 kg
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Trunk capacity
484 L
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Trunk capacity
588 L
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Length
4,900 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,935 mm
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Width
1,977 mm
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Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
285 - 496 kg
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Payload
426 - 487 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
299 - 517 HP
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Power HP
528 - 615 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.3 - 5.3 s
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Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
490 - 910 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
220 - 380 kW
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Power kW
388 - 452 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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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
Polestar
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Brand
Cadillac
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