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VW Caddy vs Cadillac OPTIQ comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 304 HP), boot space and price (27,800 £ vs 55,700 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Caddy or Cadillac OPTIQ?

VW Caddy vs Cadillac OPTIQ: Key differences

VW Caddy

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Cadillac OPTIQ

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • significantly more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Caddy is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,800 £ , while the Cadillac OPTIQ costs 55,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,955 £.

As for electric range, the Cadillac OPTIQ offers significantly more range – reaching up to 425 km, about 304 km more than the VW Caddy.

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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 OPTIQ offers significantly more power – delivering 304 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 154 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Cadillac OPTIQ is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the VW Caddy takes 11.4 s. That’s about 5.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Cadillac OPTIQ delivers visibly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 160 Nm more.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: VW Caddy offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Caddy is considerably lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 2,376 kg. The difference is around 801 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Caddy carries clearly more – 710 kg compared to 524 kg. That’s a difference of about 186 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Cadillac OPTIQ 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.

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Cadillac OPTIQ

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 304 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.9 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 425 km
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Reviews VW Caddy

5 (1 Reviews)
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Jakob Blans
12 May 2026, 16:22:17

A really lovely car with space for a wheelchair and much more, which we've had for almost 14 years and driven over 200,000 km with. Now the gearbox has failed and we'd like to buy a new one.

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Cadillac OPTIQ

The Cadillac Optiq is a chic, compact electric SUV that brings the brand’s bold styling, hushed refinement, and confident punch to a more attainable size. With a calm, composed ride, a tech-rich cabin, and the brand’s signature light show outside, it feels like an urban-friendly gateway to true American luxury without losing the drama or the practicality buyers need.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
27,800 - 45,900 £
Price
55,700 £
Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.9 kWh/100km
Electric Range
116 - 121 km
Electric Range
425 km
Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
10 - 165 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
High Roof Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
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Curb weight
1,575 - 1,998 kg
Curb weight
2,376 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
443 L
Length
4,500 - 4,853 mm
Length
-
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,912 mm
Height
1,819 - 1,860 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
2,556 - 3,700 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
501 - 710 kg
Payload
524 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
102 - 150 HP
Power HP
304 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 14 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
173 - 186 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
220 - 320 Nm
Torque
480 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
75 - 110 kW
Power kW
224 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,968 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
VW
Brand
Cadillac
What drive types are available for the VW Caddy?

The VW Caddy is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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