Alongside its big brother, the Lyriq, we now have driven the new Optiq for a week, took it on a 300 mile roadtrip, and I LOVE it. As tested, this Optiq Luxury 2 comes in at $61,685 and not only does it look sharp, it comes incredibly well equipped, has a borderline class leading interior, is comfortable, quiet, and even drives good. This is a big win for Cadillac. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
🏁 @Alllcarnews Spec Sheet:
-300 hp & 354 lb-ft torque
-85.0 kWhBattery Pack
-302 miles EPA
-Onboard Charger: 11.5 or 19.2 kW-Peak DC Fast-Charge Rate: 150 kW
(Gains more standard power for MY2026) 🏁
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Highs:
+Sharp design outside but spectacular interior with diverse vegan leathers, recycled textiles, and an epic wood/newspaper center console.
+Ambient lighting is sweet, as is there 19 speaker AKG audio
+Range was better than expected as was efficiency over 300+ miles, charging integration with MyCadillac app was easy to use.
Lows:
-Not sure if the “-iq” naming will stick.
-As with many GM products, I wish thigh support was better & the “massage” is useless.
-No Apple CarPlay is frustrating.
#ACNCarScore – 8/10 – We were pleasantly surprised by the new Optiq and would immediately consider it over current competition. It’s comfortable, genuinely luxurious, and gets even better for 2026 with the V option and more standard power.
#Cadillac #Optiq #EV
Index:
0:00-1:37 Introduction
1:37-3:00 Power and Performance
3:00-4:33 Battery and Charging
4:33-6:23 Exterior Design Tour
6:23-7:20 Wheels and Tires
7:20-8:59 Rear design and trunk space
8:59-13:47 Rear Seat Tour
13:47-24:57 FULL Interior Review
24:57-33:34 POV Drive Impressions
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