Cadillac News: First Electric V, Cadillac 2026 LYRIQ-V Edition

[G. David Felt]

Cadillac for the last 20 years has had from RWD to AWD autos and the top of the line for the cars has been a sub-brand for the performance line of the V edition.

LYRIQ started off in 2023 as a RWD SUV with 340 HP / 325 LB-FT of torque winning accolades as such an outstanding EV of the year. This was followed up in January of 2024 with a 500 HP / 450 LB-FT of torque AWD EV. 

The LYRIQ-V has had rumors of providing 515 HP to 550HP or more with 450 LB-FT of torque. As of this press Reveal from Cadillac, no actual numbers have been confirmed at this time. Cadillac has stated that the V-series of EVs will be characterized by exceptional performance, instantaneous acceleration, competitive range and standard all-wheel drive (AWD).

The LYRIQ-V will be released in January 2025 to select markets around the world in both Left-Hand and Right-Hand drive configuration delivering World Class performance and Luxury to potential customers in the U.S., Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. More Markets will be announced at a later date.

Pricing and full V details will also come closer to release date in January 2025

2026 LYRIQ-V Edition

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[oldshurst442]

I somehow cant see a Lyriq in a performance trim.  The overall look of the Lyriq inspires no performance. The styling of Lyriq is a very understated look that inspires luxury rather than performance.  

Kudos for Cadillac to offer a V Lyriq, but I dont see it. 

 

I was happy with an Escalade V, just because there was a V version of the Escalade, but I feel the same about the Escalade that I do about a Lyriq V.  I dont sees it.  I like the performance upgrades, but I dont really want to see the performance "styling" of possible vents and skirts and wings and canards and whatnot.  The Lyriq is not a Lamborghini Urus and the Escalade is not a Ferrari Pursangue. 

That is that. 

[G. David Felt]

1 hour ago, oldshurst442 said:

I somehow cant see a Lyriq in a performance trim.  The overall look of the Lyriq inspires no performance. The styling of Lyriq is a very understated look that inspires luxury rather than performance.  

Kudos for Cadillac to offer a V Lyriq, but I dont see it. 

 

I was happy with an Escalade V, just because there was a V version of the Escalade, but I feel the same about the Escalade that I do about a Lyriq V.  I dont sees it.  I like the performance upgrades, but I dont really want to see the performance "styling" of possible vents and skirts and wings and canards and whatnot.  The Lyriq is not a Lamborghini Urus and the Escalade is not a Ferrari Pursangue. 

That is that. 

I can understand what you're saying on the current Lyriq. I am hoping that once full specifications come out and as we get close to on sale next January, we actually get better images as what is available here, I have a hard time seeing as a performance SUV.

Ya know that the Escalade IQ will have a V trim too. I can easily see them taking the tri-motor setup of the GMC Hummer and upping it over the 1,000 HP setup they have there. It will sell as it will be the most powerful full-size SUV out there.

[smk4565]

They should make an electric sedan with 1500 hp to complete with the Xiaomi SU7.  Might as well put 1500 hp in the Lyric too.  Since these EV’s have ridiculously pointless power.

[Drew Dowdell]

On 10/29/2024 at 6:35 PM, oldshurst442 said:

I somehow cant see a Lyriq in a performance trim.  The overall look of the Lyriq inspires no performance. The styling of Lyriq is a very understated look that inspires luxury rather than performance.  

Kudos for Cadillac to offer a V Lyriq, but I dont see it. 

 

I was happy with an Escalade V, just because there was a V version of the Escalade, but I feel the same about the Escalade that I do about a Lyriq V.  I dont sees it.  I like the performance upgrades, but I dont really want to see the performance "styling" of possible vents and skirts and wings and canards and whatnot.  The Lyriq is not a Lamborghini Urus and the Escalade is not a Ferrari Pursangue. 

That is that. 

I saw a BMW X2 M@#$@#%-whatever the other day and thought the exact same thing.  Not sporty looking unless you consider using old Pontiac Grand Am body cladding as sporty.  

But Americans are addicted to tall hatchbacks Sport Activity Vehicles.... so it is what it is.

[G. David Felt]

3 hours ago, Drew Dowdell said:

I saw a BMW X2 M@#$@#%-whatever the other day and thought the exact same thing.  Not sporty looking unless you consider using old Pontiac Grand Am body cladding as sporty.  

But Americans are addicted to tall hatchbacks Sport Activity Vehicles.... so it is what it is.

I feel Cadillac needs to have a body package that clearly sets the V edition autos apart from the standard versions. I feel based on these pictures as I stated above that this V edition does not stand out from the rest of the product line. Feel like a bit of V was splashed around and a software upgrade to get higher HP/torque and they said OK, V edition.

[Drew Dowdell]

I like how it has a V button, so you can drive it normally most of the time and press the V button when you need someone in your rearview mirror.

The upper models of the Genesis GV60 has this and it is a ridiculous kick in the pants even at a much lower max power rating.

[G. David Felt]

23 minutes ago, Drew Dowdell said:

I like how it has a V button, so you can drive it normally most of the time and press the V button when you need someone in your rearview mirror.

The upper models of the Genesis GV60 has this and it is a ridiculous kick in the pants even at a much lower max power rating.

The Boost I bought for the EV9 has been great when I need to get away from other crazy drivers. But in this case, I just need to step on the peddle and I fly away.

I have wondered if boost buttons on small EVs like the GV60 is due to the smaller battery pack?

[Drew Dowdell]

3 minutes ago, G. David Felt said:

The Boost I bought for the EV9 has been great when I need to get away from other crazy drivers. But in this case, I just need to step on the peddle and I fly away.

I have wondered if boost buttons on small EVs like the GV60 is due to the smaller battery pack?

Unlikely. Even in a Tesla Plaid you have to put it in Ludicrous mode and the Lucid Air Grand Touring makes you put it in the top model also to get that acceleration.  Genesis and the V-Series just make it an easier to access dedicated button