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Volvo S60 vs Cadillac Lyriq comparison

Compare performance (455 HP vs 646 HP), boot space and price (42,500 £ vs 71,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo S60 or Cadillac Lyriq?

Volvo S60 vs Cadillac Lyriq: Key differences

Volvo S60

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  • considerably cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Cadillac Lyriq

  • markedly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

S60

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.

Volvo S60 is considerably cheaper – starting at 42,500 £ , while the Cadillac Lyriq costs 71,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,628 £.

As for electric range, the Cadillac Lyriq offers clearly more range – reaching up to 530 km, about 436 km more than the Volvo S60.

Lyriq

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 markedly more power – delivering 646 HP compared to 455 HP. That’s roughly 191 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac Lyriq is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Volvo S60 takes 4.6 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac Lyriq delivers slightly more torque with 880 Nm compared to 709 Nm. That’s about 171 Nm more.

S60

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, Volvo S60 is substantially lighter – 1,715 kg compared to 2,774 kg. The difference is around 1,059 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Cadillac Lyriq offers markedly more boot space – 588 L compared to 427 L. That’s a difference of about 161 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S60 carries slightly more – 475 kg compared to 426 kg. That’s a difference of about 49 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac Lyriq stands well ahead of its rival 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
Volvo S60
Cadillac Lyriq

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Dimensions and Body

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Volvo S60

The Volvo S60 wears Scandinavian understatement like a tailored suit, pairing a serene cabin with composed handling that makes the daily commute feel unexpectedly civilized. For buyers after executive looks, rock‑solid safety and practical versatility — with a dash of discreet luxury — it's a persuasive pick that doesn't need to shout for attention.

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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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Volvo S60
Cadillac Lyriq

Costs and Consumption

Price
42,500 - 65,100 £
Price
71,100 - 93,300 £
Consumption L/100km
0.7 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
21.8 - 22.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
94 km
Electric Range
471 - 530 km
Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
16 - 161 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
60 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,715 - 2,039 kg
Curb weight
2,774 kg
Trunk capacity
390 - 427 L
Trunk capacity
588 L
Length
4,778 mm
Length
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Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,977 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
461 - 475 kg
Payload
426 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
197 - 455 HP
Power HP
528 - 646 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.3 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
300 - 709 Nm
Torque
610 - 880 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
145 - 335 kW
Power kW
388 - 475 kW
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Volvo
Brand
Cadillac
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