LYRIQ-V becomes Cadillac's first electric V-Series model

Cadillac introduced the 2026 LYRIQ-V as the first fully electric car of the V-Series family. The dual-motor four-wheel drive layout forms the basis of the new option that brings the brand's performance products to the electric SUV architecture.

Cadillac estimates call for 615 hp, 880 Nm of torque, and a 0–60 mph time of 3.3 seconds in Velocity Max mode. The manufacturer's range estimate for the 102 kWh battery is announced as 285 miles.

Continuous damping control, lowered multi-link suspension and faster steering ratio are individually tuned. Brembo front brakes are standard; The planned industrial step of the announcement is that production will begin in early 2025 at the Spring Hill facility in Tennessee.