Cadillac has launched the LYRIQ-V in China at RMB 399,900 (approximately US$59,100), in a limited run of 124 units. The LYRIQ-V is the first Cadillac V-Series model localized in China and the brand’s first all-electric V-Series SUV, according to the company. Cadillac says the launch lands as the marque marks its 124th anniversary and its entry into Formula 1, positioning the SUV as an electric expression of its racing heritage.
Highlights
- Priced at RMB 399,900 (approximately US$59,100) and limited to 124 units, sold through dealers and the Cadillac app.
- Silicon carbide dual-motor all-wheel drive with peak output of 465 kW and peak torque of 863 Nm; 0–100 km/h in 3.3 seconds.
- Brembo six-piston brakes, five-link independent suspension front and rear, 21-inch flow-formed wheels and V-tuned Continuous Damping Control dampers.
- Cage-style body with high-strength steel and above at 74.8% of the structure, and a battery pack structure at 99.9% high-strength steel and above.
Powertrain and Performance
At the core of the LYRIQ-V is a silicon carbide dual-motor all-wheel-drive system with technologies including dual-sided water cooling and segmented magnets. Cadillac reports peak output of 465 kW and peak torque of 863 Nm, with 0–100 km/h acceleration in 3.3 seconds — figures the company says make the LYRIQ-V the fastest Cadillac in China.
“LYRIQ-V brings the spirit of Cadillac V-Series into a new era for China,” said Will Stacy, vice president of Cadillac in China. “It expresses the V-Series DNA and craftsmanship that define Cadillac, while delivering a distinctly electric driving experience for customers who expect both excitement and refinement.”
Chassis and Braking
V-Series-exclusive chassis reinforcement and tuning were developed in part through testing at the Milford Proving Ground. The setup pairs front and rear high-rigidity five-link independent suspension with Brembo six-piston brakes, 21-inch lightweight flow-formed wheels and V-tuned Continuous Damping Control dampers. Three driver-focused functions can be activated through a V-Mode button on the steering wheel, supported by a V-exclusive performance cluster interface and signature sound tuning.
Design and Interior
As Cadillac’s first all-electric V-Series SUV, the LYRIQ-V measures 5,013 mm long, 1,977 mm wide and 1,627 mm tall, with a 3,094 mm wheelbase. Its aerodynamic package includes a front splitter, side air guides, a rear diffuser and a rear spoiler to support high-speed stability. The exterior uses an exclusive grey finish with a nanoscale matte treatment.
Inside, the cabin features V-exclusive front sport seats in Fine Nappa full-grain leather with adjustable side bolsters, memory, heating, ventilation and massage functions. A 23-speaker AKG audio system with Dolby Atmos adds four overhead speakers for a 7.1.4 configuration.
Body Structure and Safety
Cadillac describes a cage-style body structure with 17 horizontal and 10 vertical load paths, with high-strength steel and above accounting for 74.8% of the body structure. The battery pack uses enhanced protective materials, with high-strength steel and above making up 99.9% of its structure.
Availability
Customers in China can order the LYRIQ-V through Cadillac’s authorized dealers nationwide, as well as the official Cadillac app and mini program.
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