Cadillac Lyriq vs. XT5
Cadillac's electric flagship crossover against its established gas mid-size SUV. Here's how 2026 pricing and specs actually compare in Cadillac's more premium-positioned lineup.
Pricing and specs at a glance
| Spec | Lyriq (2026) | XT5 (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $59,200 | $46,595 |
| Top trim price | $71,800 | $64,595 (Sport) |
| Efficiency | 83–100 MPGe (91 combined) | 22 city / 29 hwy / 24 combined MPG |
| Horsepower | 365 hp (single-motor base) | 235–310 hp by trim |
| Cargo space | 28.0 cu ft (max) | 30.0–63.0 cu ft (seats up/down) |
Both start well into premium-SUV territory
Unlike the more budget-oriented comparisons in this series, both the Lyriq and XT5 already carry premium-brand pricing: the roughly $12,600 gap between them is proportionally smaller than several other comparisons here, even though it's a larger dollar figure. For Cadillac shoppers, this is less "can I afford the EV" and more "which fits how I actually drive."
Running costs and performance
The Lyriq's 365 base horsepower beats every XT5 trim except the range-topping Sport, while its 91 MPGe combined rating delivers meaningfully lower running costs than the XT5's 24 MPG combined. Run your specific trims through our EV vs. gas cost calculator to see how the running-cost savings stack up against the price gap over your ownership timeline.
Where the XT5 holds up
More flexible cargo capacity with seats folded, no charging-infrastructure dependency for buyers without reliable home charging, and a lower entry price into the Cadillac SUV lineup. The top-trim XT5 Sport's 310 hp also closes much of the Lyriq's performance advantage for buyers who prioritize a traditional V6-feel driving experience.
Sources: Edmunds — 2026 Cadillac Lyriq Specs, Cars.com — 2026 Cadillac XT5, 2026 Cadillac Lyriq Pricing. Pricing and specs reflect published 2026 model year figures at time of writing and may change.