FOLLOWING the shock world announcement of Cadillac’s Lyriq-V electrical efficiency SUV because the US luxurious model formally opened its first Australian showroom final October, it has been confirmed that the primary battery electrical V-Sequence mannequin may even be the quickest to ever bear the badge.
Cadillac Australia and New Zealand mentioned the Lyriq-V will make its method Down Underneath in early 2026 following final week’s debut in the US the place it’s priced from $US79,990 ($A127,310) with claims it’s going to ship signature efficiency blended with craftsmanship and know-how.
With an estimate output of 458kW and 880Nm, the Lyriq-V is about to supply a 0-100km/h acceleration time of simply 3.3 seconds, making it the quickest-accelerating manufacturing Cadillac but.
Though Australian pricing for the Lyriq-V is but to be introduced, native orders for normal variants of the Lyriq massive SUV are already open with a beginning ticket of $117,000 plus on-road prices to undercut European rivals just like the Audi Q8 E-Tron, BMW iX, and Mercedes-Benz EQE UV whereas providing larger outputs from its customary dual-motor drivetrain.
Regardless of its efficiency intent, the Lyriq-V is promised to retain its maker’s excessive luxurious requirements, providing what Cadillac says is a “a quiet, easy and easy expertise with a powerful connection to the street”.
The connection is available in half from lowered multi-link suspension, customary steady adaptive damping and a faster steering ratio geared toward offering a “comfy but spirited journey and dealing with”.
“(The) Lyriq-V brings luxurious, know-how and efficiency collectively to push its capabilities to the restrict,” mentioned Cadillac Lyriq-V chief engineer Dave Stutzman.
“With the mix of its inflexible physique construction and decrease centre of gravity, our workforce was capable of enhance the suspension to attain the best degree of precision and isolation, including to its excellent canyon-carving skills.”
The Lyriq-V incorporates a 102kWh battery pack claimed to supply as much as 457km driving vary.
Additional highlights embrace V-Mode – a contest setting entry through a button on the steering wheel – launch management, a “multi-layered sound expertise” (learn: synthesised engine noise”), Brembo high-performance brakes, and Tremendous Cruise autonomous driver help know-how.
In standing above the usual Lyriq, the V-Sequence variant boast distinctive exterior design parts mentioned to create a “distinctive persona”. These embrace acquainted V-Sequence accents reminiscent of a lowered fascia and rocker panels, body-coloured trim accents, V-Sequence logos, V-mesh grille patterning, and distinctive 22-inch wheels in a Darkish Sport end.
The Lyriq-V may even come as customary with a black painted roof, contrasting customary colors that embrace Magnus Steel Frost, an unique and limited-time paint possibility.
Transferring inside, the cabin of the Lyriq-V sports activities a hard and fast glass panoramic roof, 23-speaker AKG premium sound system, uniquely styled steering wheel, energy adjustable entrance seats, illuminated sill plates, Nappa leather-based upholstery, and contrasting paperwood décor.
“(The) V-Sequence captures the spirit of Cadillac, embodying our relentless pursuit of engineering excellence by means of our racing and manufacturing autos,” mentioned Cadillac world vp John Roth.
“(The) Lyriq-V takes this dedication a step additional within the EV period, pushing our efficiency pedigree of V-Sequence to new heights with a strong, personalised and high-tech driving expertise that matches completely into our clients’ lives.”
