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Cadillac Lyriq V Launches, Bringing New Competition to Tesla’s High-Performance Lineup

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Cadillac Unveils High-Performance Electric SUV
Lyriq V Makes Its Debut
Poised to Challenge Tesla Head-On

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Tesla’s high-performance electric lineup has reason to take notice as Cadillac introduces the Lyriq V, an electrified powerhouse in the semi-large SUV category. Launched in 2022, the Lyriq became Cadillac’s first all-electric vehicle, quickly gaining praise for embodying the luxury and heritage of the Cadillac brand while pushing the envelope in EV design and technology.

Now, Cadillac’s V Series, the performance arm known for enhancing the brand’s speed and capability, is taking the Lyriq to new heights with the introduction of the Lyriq V. This latest variant is the first fully electric addition to the V Series lineup. Designed by a South Korean designer familiar to enthusiasts in the region, the Lyriq V aims to blend Cadillac’s distinctive aesthetic with serious performance, making it a direct competitor to Tesla’s high-performance models. Let’s dive into what sets this new model apart as it prepares to go head-to-head with Tesla’s best.

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Lyriq V prototype / motor1

Similar Appearance to the Existing Lyriq
Minor Modifications to Front Grille Pattern

The Lyriq V maintains a familiar look, with minimal adjustments to the design that set it apart from the original model. The grille pattern has been subtly refined, and the lower bumper mesh design has seen minor tweaks. At the back, Cadillac has kept the rear light arrangement and the central light bar as they were in the standard Lyriq, preserving the model’s signature design elements.

The recently revealed Lyriq V prototype closely resembles the Lyriq prototype spotted last September, fueling interest in Cadillac’s next move. The Lyriq V designation has been circulating for some time, with hints of its development appearing on Cadillac’s accessories website as early as last March. While fans have anticipated this high-performance version, its appearance now suggests Cadillac is moving faster than expected to bring the Lyriq V to market.

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V button on the steering wheel / YouTube channel Cadillac

All-wheel drive is Standard
The Mysterious V Button Intrigues

Since Cadillac has not revealed any information except for the video uploaded to its official YouTube channel, the exact size of the vehicle or information on the powertrain could not be confirmed. However, Cadillac did confirm that all future V-series EVs will come standard with all-wheel drive, strongly suggesting the Lyriq V will feature a dual-motor setup.

The standard Lyriq already delivers 500 horsepower and 62.2 kg.m of torque with its dual motors, so the V model is expected to push performance even further. The video provides glimpses of the interior, including a close-up of the steering wheel, where a “V” button is prominently displayed. The video hints at the vehicle’s enhanced speed capabilities, showing the driver accelerating when the button is pressed, a feature likely reserved for a high-performance mode.

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Doubts About the Electric V-Series
Cadillac Exudes Confidence

Consumers are approaching Cadillac’s electric V-Series with a mix of anticipation and skepticism as it departs from the brand’s previous lineup of V-Series vehicles that have traditionally been internal combustion-based. Cadillac, however, remains confident about the Lyriq V’s reception, describing it as “a remarkable technological achievement” that elevates the performance legacy of Cadillac’s iconic V-Series to a new level.

The Lyriq V will be available in both left- and right-hand drive configurations, and it plans to expand beyond North American markets. While detailed specs and pricing are yet to be disclosed, the entry-level Lyriq currently starts at $59,900, suggesting the high-performance Lyriq V will be positioned at a premium.

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