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Toyota Prius vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

Compare performance (223 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota Prius or Cadillac Lyriq?

Toyota Prius vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

Toyota Prius

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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly lighter
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Cadillac Lyriq

  • substantially more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Prius

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota Prius is clearly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 31,722 £.

As for electric range, the Cadillac Lyriq offers significantly more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 444 km more than the Toyota Prius.

Lyriq

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 423 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Toyota Prius takes 6.8 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

Prius

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota Prius is clearly lighter – 1,620 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 1,154 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers clearly more boot space – 588 L compared to 284 L. That’s a difference of about 304 L.

When it comes to payload, the Cadillac Lyriq carries somewhat more – 426 kg compared to 375 kg. That’s a difference of about 51 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac Lyriq 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 £71,100
Lyriq

Cadillac Lyriq

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 528 - 646 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 471 - 530 km
Toyota Prius
Cadillac Lyriq

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Toyota Prius

The Prius glides through traffic like a wise commuter's secret weapon, balancing miserly running costs with an unflappable sense of reliability. It's not a thrill seeker, but its roomy cabin, sensible packaging and low-stress driving personality make it a brilliant choice for buyers who value peace of mind over pulse-raising performance.

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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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Toyota Prius
Cadillac Lyriq

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 - 45,800 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 0.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
72 - 86 km
Electric Range
471 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
12 - 17 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,630 kg
Curb weight
2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
284 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
4,599 mm
Length
-
Width
1,782 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
1,470 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
365 - 375 kg
Payload
426 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
223 HP
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
177 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
-
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
164 kW
Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Cadillac
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