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2026 Cadillac VISTIQ

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.

Cadillac VISTIQ
Pictured: 2026 Cadillac Vistiq Sport 900e4 in Stellar Black, front left. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Body styles
4dr SUV
Engines
Electric motor
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
EV
EV range
305 mi · 7 h on 240 V
Length
205.5 in
Curb weight
6,338 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
4 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Long EV rangeUp to 305 miles on a charge (EPA).
  • 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 26 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ is a standard SUV powered by electricity and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 206 inches long and 87 inches wide on a 122-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 6,338 lb.

The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 305 miles and takes about 7 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.

It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

Trims, performance & features

Powertrain–Electric motor

Trims

SportLuxuryPremium Luxury

Safety & driver-assist features

Automatic emergency brakingStandard
Pedestrian emergency brakingStandard
Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringStandard
Blind-spot interventionStandard
Rear cross-traffic alertStandard
Rear automatic brakingStandard
Lane departure warningStandard
Lane keeping assistStandard
Lane centeringStandard
Adaptive cruise controlStandard
Parking assistStandard
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Adaptive driving beamStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes

Built in: Springhill, Tennessee

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2026 VISTIQ configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr SUV205.5 in86.6 in70.9 in121.7 in66.5 / 66.1 in6,338 lb50/50

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
VISTIQ (11 kW Charger) EV155 and 220 kW AC InductionAutomatic (A1)All-Wheel Drive305 mi · 39.3469 kWh/100mi–$900–
VISTIQ (19 kW Charger) EV155 and 220 kW AC InductionAutomatic (A1)All-Wheel Drive300 mi · 39.3469 kWh/100mi–$900–
9/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
10/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Save $7,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
20 MPG2026 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD average

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 VISTIQ.

Similar 2026 standard SUVs

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2026 Cadillac VISTIQ (this car)305 miNot rated4
2026 Land Rover Range Rover23 MPGNot rated5
2026 Volvo XC9027 MPGNot rated1
2026 Audi Q722 MPGNot rated1
2026 Tesla Model X352 miNot rated0
2026 Lexus LX20 MPGNot rated1
2026 Lexus GX17 MPGNot rated0

Recalls (4)

Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly › Power Adjust · Jun 18, 2026

NHTSA campaign 26V394000 · 14,540 vehicles

Problem
General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Cadillac Vistiq vehicles. When the power fold feature is activated, the third-row power seatback may fail to reverse when enountering a person.
Risk
A person, especially a child, may be trapped by a rear powered seatback, increasing their risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will reprogram the software for the folding seat module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 6, 2026. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N262555780. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 18, 2026.
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, “Occupant Protection.”
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 owner’s 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.
Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual · Nov 25, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V819000 · 94 vehicles

Problem
General Motors is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Vistiq electric 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 225, “Child Restraint Anchorage Systems.”
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 owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is A252516680. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 25, 2025.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery · Jul 24, 2025

NHTSA campaign 25V483000 · 53 vehicles

Problem
General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ vehicles and 2025 Cadillac LYRIQ vehicles. The bolts attaching the high voltage battery to the interior floor may be missing or loose.
Risk
An improperly secured battery may become damaged in a crash, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix
Dealers will inspect the high-voltage battery bolts and replace or re-tighten the bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed September 8, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N252511300.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

22Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
0Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
1Injuries reported
4,200 miTypical mileage at failure
Electrical System5
Unknown Or Other5
Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control4
Visibility/Wiper4
Seats4
Service Brakes3
Vehicle Speed Control1
Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking1
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
25/07: 125/09: 325/10: 226/03: 626/04: 226/05: 126/06: 126/07: 126/08: 326/09: 126/10: 125/0725/1026/0426/0626/0826/10max 6

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Other VISTIQ years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 VISTIQ305 mi–Not rated03

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Cadillac. How we calculate this →