Crossovers dominate this year’s list of competitors, while EVs continue to have a strong showing
The cosmetics firm unveiled a pink Optiq and billed it as a big step forward
Cadillac remains optimistic as it’s one of the few car brands that are better shielded against the new tariffs
Cadillac Lyriq sales dropped in Q2, but the brand’s other EVs had a decent showing
The 2026 Optiq has two new powertrains, a NACS port, and an enhanced Super Cruise system
Cadillac is targeting the Tesla Model Y Performance with the new 2026 Optiq-V, arriving late this year with 519 horsepower
The new electrified Optiq-V will debut later this year and could have more than 500 hp
Despite changing course on becoming an all-EV brand by 2030, Cadillac is pushing forward with its electric lineup
Cadillac is working on a second electric V-Series crossover and it could have more than 500 hp
While cheaper than the Lyriq, the Optiq is still pricey at $489 per month with $4,799 down, bringing the effective monthly payment to $622
Only 18 EVs and PHEVs are eligible for the federal tax credit in 2025, although we don’t know how long it will last
All versions of the Optiq feature a dual-motor setup with 300 hp and 354 lb-ft and, according to Cadillac, a range of around 300 miles
The shoes incorporate elements from the Celestiq, Lyriq, Optiq, and Escalade IQ.
Cadillac’s senior VP of global design says EVs don’t have to look boring
The Optiq likely faces an uphill battle as pricing will start around $54,000 which will make it far more expensive than the Tesla Model Y
The range-topping Optiq has 283 hp and a CLTC range of 373 miles
The Optiq is roughly the same size as the combustion-powered Cadillac XT5
The brand plans to have an all-EV line-up by 2030 and is rapidly expanding its EV family
