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Cadillac is introducing the quickest vehicle to ever wear its badge - and it's all-electric.  The 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ-V is the latest member of its high-performance V-Series lineup.  Delivering a Cadillac-estimated 615 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque, it can hit a Cadillac-estimated 0-60 time of 3.3 seconds with Velocity Max, which earns it the honor of quickest Cadillac ever. 

Performance, Handling and Range

LYRIQ-V features standard dual motor all-wheel drive and delivers a Cadillac-estimated 615 hp and 650 pound-feet (880 Nm) of torque. A 102 kilowatt-hour battery pack delivers a Cadillac-estimated 285 miles of range.

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Other standard features include Continuous Damping Control, specifically calibrated for LYRIQ-V. It's combined with a lowered multi-link suspension and a quicker steering ratio, for what Cadillac calls comfortable yet spirited ride and handling. 

 “V-Series captures the spirit of Cadillac, embodying our relentless pursuit of engineering excellence through our racing and production vehicles,” said John Roth, vice president, Global Cadillac. “LYRIQ-V takes this commitment a step further in the EV era, pushing our performance pedigree of V-Series to new heights with a powerful, personalized and high-tech driving experience that fits perfectly into our customers’ lives.”

Additional performance-supporting and enhancing technologies include:

• V-Mode takes performance customization further, allowing drivers to save performance-focused settings, including Competitive Mode and a unique sound experience. It’s intended to offer instant access to their preferred performance-driving settings via the V button, mounted on the steering wheel. V-Mode can also be accessed in the Drive Mode app within the 33-inch-diagonal advanced LED display.
• Unique, multi-layered sound experience. Interior and exterior signature sounds are synchronized for an orchestrated sonic experience.
• Launch Control, designed for consistently thrilling straight line acceleration. When engaged in V-Mode or Velocity Max, the vehicle will deliver an extremely rapid 3.3 second 0-60 acceleration.
• Competitive Mode enables a suite of traction management features specifically engineered to increase vehicle agility.
• Brembo performance front brake calipers are standard. In addition to providing excellent stopping capability, they’re designed to provide consistent, fade-resistant performance during spirited driving. Available red calipers are accented with the V-Series logo.
• Standard Super Cruise , the industry’s first truly hands-free driver assistance technology (with three years of OnStar connected service).

Exterior

The LYRIQ is a gorgeous SUV- just ask Car Pro Show host Jerry Reynolds who called it among the most beautiful SUVs he's ever seen in his review of the 2024 Cadillac Lyriq which you can read here.

As with other V-Series models, the LYRIQ-V makes its performance status known  with unique lower front fascia and side rockers, body colored lower trim, and available carbon fiber accents. 

Cadillac LYRIQ-V in Magnus Metal Frost. Photo: Cadillac.

The Black Crystal Shield integrates Cadillac’s signature choreographed lighting.  Exclusive to the LYRIQ-V, 22-inch wheels feature a dark sport finish and an etched V-Series logo. Consumers can choose either standard summer tires or available all-season tires.

V-Series logos adorn the rear doors and the tailgate, while a unique chin spoiler and rockers and V-pattern mesh on the front lower grille further distinguish the LYRIQ-V from other models. A black painted roof is standard and exclusive limited exterior color option, Magnus Metal Frost, is among the exterior color options.

Cabin

In the cabin, the LYRIQ-V shares features with the LYRIQ that include a panoramic fixed glass roof, a 23 speaker AKG Studio Audio System with Dolby Atmos and a stunning 33-inch-diagonal advanced LED display.

Cadillac says LYRIQ-V will also launch with a dual-plane Augmented Reality Head Up Display.

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Unique interior V-Series elements include a V-badged steering wheel, a standout V-Mode button, a sport rim with sculpted hand grips and an aluminum Regen On Demand paddle.

Additional unique and specific interior details include:

• Power-adjustable seat bolsters for the seatbacks and seat cushions on the driver and front passenger seats
• Infotainment experience updated with specific customization options reflecting the V-Series persona
• A signature V-Series illuminated sill plate
• Celebrating the iconography of the V-Series brand, LYRIQ-V exudes deliberate craftsmanship with standard paperwood décor, available Nappa leather seating and available embroidery and V-pattern detailing on the seatbacks.

Availability and Pricing

Cadillac will sell the 2026 LYRIQ-V in the U.S.,  Canada, Australia, and New Zealand to start. Other global markets will follow. Production starts early 2025 at General Motors’ Spring Hill Manufacturing plant in Tennessee

MSRP starts at $79,990, including destination freight charge, and excluding tax, title and dealer fees. Dealer sets final price.

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