DecodedCars2026 Cadillac LYRIQ
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV
- Engines
- Electric motor
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- EV
- EV range
- 326 mi · 7 h on 240 V
- Length
- 196.9 in
- Curb weight
- 5,611 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Long EV rangeUp to 326 miles on a charge (EPA).
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 37 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ is a small SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 197 inches long and 87 inches wide on a 122-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,611 lb.
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 326 miles and takes about 7 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the service brakes.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 LYRIQ — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 LYRIQ →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Springhill, Tennessee
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2026 LYRIQ configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV | 196.9 in | 87 in | 63.8 in | 121.7 in | 65.7 / 65.7 in | 5,611 lb | 49/51 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LYRIQ (11 kW Charger) EV | 255 kW DCPM | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 326 mi · 36.8206 kWh/100mi | – | $850 | – |
| LYRIQ (19 kW Charger) EV | 255 kW DCPM | Automatic (A1) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 326 mi · 36.8364 kWh/100mi | – | $850 | – |
| LYRIQ PAWD EV | 155 and 220 kW AC Induction | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 319 mi · 37.9814 kWh/100mi | – | $850 | – |
| LYRIQ AWD EV | 140, 155, 205 and 220 kW ACPM | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 303 mi · 39.7147 kWh/100mi | – | $900 | – |
| LYRIQ PAWD V SERIES (11 kW Charger) EV | 155 and 220 kW AC Induction | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 285 mi · 42.359 kWh/100mi | – | $950 | – |
| LYRIQ PAWD V SERIES (19 kW Charger) EV | 155 and 220 kW AC Induction | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 285 mi · 42.359 kWh/100mi | – | $950 | – |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ.
Similar 2026 small SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ (this car) | 326 mi | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Tesla Model Y | 357 mi | Not rated | 8 |
| 2026 Land Rover Range Rover | 23 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2026 Porsche Cayenne | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 BMW X5 | 25 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Land Rover Defender | 20 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2026 BMW X3 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (1)
Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual · Feb 26, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V114000 · 5,861 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, âOccupant Protection.â
- Risk
- Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic ownerâs manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.
Not every 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other LYRIQ years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 LYRIQ | 326 mi | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 LYRIQ | 326 mi | 196.9 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 19 |
| 2024 LYRIQ | 314 mi | 196.9 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 90 |
| 2023 LYRIQ | 312 mi | 196.9 in | Not rated | 6 | 22 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Cadillac. How we calculate this →