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If you have a need for speed, a taste for luxury, and a preference for eco-conscious all-electric driving, this Cadillac LYRIQ-V vs. Tesla Model X Plaid comparison is for you. The Tesla Model X Plaid does have its advantages, such as a six-seat configuration and more horsepower with its Launch Control model. However, only one of these SUVs has the style, elegance, and passenger space to truly be called a luxury automobile, and that’s the Cadillac LYRIQ-V.
See how the Tesla Model X Plaid performance, interior, and exterior match up to the Cadillac LYRIQ-V.
We start with specs, where the Tesla Model X Plaid boasts a big game. Though technically there’s neither a Cadillac LYRIQ-V engine nor a Tesla Model X Plaid engine, as they’re both EVs, these SUVs’ battery-and-motor powertrains rival traditional sports cars.
The Tesla automobile reaches 1,020 horsepower with Launch Control. Though the manufacturer doesn’t provide its torque rating, the brand claims that the Model X Plaid can reach 60 mph in 2.5 seconds. However, they remove rollout time, a critical part of the 0-60 mph formula. Considering its tri-motor configuration is only 0.8 seconds faster with the rollout time subtracted than the 3.3-second 0-60 mph time of the LYRIQ-V’s dual-motor setup, which produces 615 horsepower and 650 pound-feet of torque, these vehicles’ powertrains are much more competitive than Tesla would have you think.
See the chart below for how the Tesla Model X Plaid specs compare to the Cadillac LYRIQ-V. Note that the Tesla Model X Plaid cargo space lacks the spaciousness of the LYRIQ-V trunk, reducing its versatility significantly.
| Cadillac LYRIQ-V | Tesla Model X Plaid | |
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| Drivetrain | Dual-motor AWD | Tri-motor AWD |
| Horsepower | 615 | 1,020 |
| Torque | 650 lb-ft | Not provided by OEM |
| Towing Capacity | 3,500 lbs1 | 5,000 lbs2 |
| All-Electric Range | 285 mi3 | 335 mi4 |
| Charging Time (Level 2) | 50 mi/hr5 | 44 mi/hr6 |
| Seating Capacity | 5 | 6 |
| Length | 197 in | 199.1 in |
| Width | 86.9 in | 89.4 in |
| Height | 64.1 in | 66.1-68.5 in |
| Cargo Space (Behind 3rd / 2nd / 1st Row) | – / 28 / 60.8 cu ft | 14.8 / 36 / 83.9 cu ft |
| Legroom (1st / 2nd / 3rd Row) | 44.3 / 39.6 / – in | 41.2 / 39.8 / 32.3 in |
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As you can see in the above chart, there’s another major benefit to owning a LYRIQ-V: at-home charging. With a Level 2 charging speed of 50 miles per hour,5 the LYRIQ-V can charge to full in less than six hours. In the same charging situation, a Tesla Model X takes over 7.5 hours.6
While the Tesla SUV can compete with its specifications, the LYRIQ-V dominates nearly every other category. Let’s take a look at the exterior of your performance-grade new Cadillac LYRIQ: there are eight Cadillac LYRIQ-V colors, ranging from Argent Silver to Radiant Red Tintcoat. You have a distinctive grille, muscular form, and tight wheelhouses to increase aerodynamic appeal. The interior can be outfitted in Noir with Santorini Blue or Sky Cool Gray accents or Oxford Stone with Garnet accents, depending on which trim you choose.
The Model X Plaid leaves much to be desired, in our opinion. It has a curved exterior with a tiny grille and large lights – a soft, rounded shape rather than a sleek, powerful one. The six Tesla Model X Plaid colors aren’t as vibrant and eye-catching as those for the Cadillac LYRIQ-V. There are also three interior schemes for the Tesla SUV, though they come off as clean and sanitized compared to the striking contrasts in the LYRIQ-V cabin. Please contact us with any additional questions!
The Model X Plaid is infamous for having a lackluster array of standard driver aids, especially considering its price point. To improve Tesla Model X Plaid safety, you need to purchase the Full Self-Driving Package, a subscription service with a questionable history.7 In terms of premium tech, the Model X Plaid is passable. It has a 17.4-inch touchscreen, a 22-speaker audio system, tri-zone climate control, heated and ventilated front seats, and heated second-row seats. Certainly not uncomfortable, but far from excellent.
Meanwhile, when you choose the Cadillac LYRIQ-V, you’ll get a much more luxurious group of driver-assistance systems and creature comforts. In addition to the same climate and seating functionality, a 23-speaker AKG® Studio premium sound system provides concert-like sound. An Augmented Reality Head-Up Display and Super Cruise™ (three-year trial) also come standard,8 helping you keep your eyes on the road with the former and relax with the latter.
Rather than two separate screens, the Cadillac LYRIQ-V decorates your dashboard with a 33-inch horizon display that supports over one billion colors. You also get Google built-in compatibility for convenient connectivity. How about seating? Thanks to our new Cadillac specials, you can easily access this lineup of incredible safety and comfort appointments, along with many others!
We hope we’ve conveyed just how elevated the LYRIQ-V is over the Tesla EV. We’re ready to help you experience it firsthand with a test drive at Quantrell Cadillac. Drive one for yourself, then explore our competitive LYRIQ-V and LYRIQ-V Premium financing options.
The Cadillac LYRIQ-V is a more practical daily commuter than the Model X Plaid. Not only is the Model X Plaid larger, making parking more of a chore, but the Cadillac LYRIQ-V boasts significantly more front-row legroom and charges quicker at home. For a responsive, spacious, agile daily driving experience, the LYRIQ-V is your best pick.
While the Model X Plaid does have a slightly higher all-electric range than the Cadillac LYRIQ-V, it’s not by much. With its range of 285 miles,3 the LYRIQ-V is more than capable of consistent commuting. Plus, you can charge the LYRIQ-V at home with a Level 2 connection quicker than the Tesla Model X Plaid.
The Model X Plaid seats six, with a measly 14.8 cubic feet of load space behind its third row – just over half of the Cadillac LYRIQ-V cargo space with all seats in use. Meanwhile, the Cadillac SUV boasts over 3 inches of additional front-row legroom, making it much more accommodating for taller occupants. Second-row legroom is comparable in both SUVs.
1Trailering provisions included with AWD dual motor. Before you buy a vehicle or use it for trailering, carefully review the Trailering section of the Owner’s Manual. The weight of passengers, cargo, and options or accessories may reduce the amount you can tow.
2When properly equipped with optional Towing Package. Required accessories for towing vary by model. See Owner’s Manual for details.
3EPA estimated. Your actual range may vary based on several factors, including temperature, terrain, battery age, loading, and how you use and maintain your vehicle.
4Estimates only. For more information, please visit the official U.S. government source for all fuel economy at www.fueleconomy.gov.
5Actual charge times will vary based on battery starting state of charge, battery condition, output of charger, vehicle settings and battery temperature. See the Owner’s Manual for your vehicle and charger for additional details & limitations.
6Charging times may vary and are influenced by several factors, including but not limited to outdoor temperature, battery temperature, charging equipment, battery condition, and the overall condition of the vehicle. For precise information on charging times for a specific vehicle model, please contact our dealership.
7This available feature requires active driver supervision and does not make the vehicle autonomous. The activation and use of these features are dependent on achieving reliability far in excess of human drivers as demonstrated by billions of miles of experience, as well as regulatory approval, which may take longer in some jurisdictions. As these self-driving features evolve, your car will be continuously upgraded through over-the-air software updates.
8Turn Signal-Initiated Lane Change and Automatic Lane Change not available while trailering. Always pay attention while driving and when using Super Cruise. Do not use a hand-held device. Requires active Super Cruise plan or trial. Terms apply. Visit cadillac.com/supercruise for compatible roads and full details.