Are you buying your first electric vehicle to drive around Newport Beach, CA, Tustin, CA, and greater Los Angeles? The new Cadillac LYRIQ is the all-electric SUV you and your companions can lean on in the upcoming miles. Cadillac's first EV surges past the competition, including another pure electric crossover, the Tesla Model Y. To help Tustin, CA and Laguna Niguel, CA customers make an informed decision for their first electric vehicle purchase, Costa Mesa Cadillac compares the Cadillac LYRIQ to the Tesla Model Y. Learn more about the new Cadillac LYRIQ and the EV competition with us.
Cadillac LYRIQ vs. Tesla Model Y Range
With 314 miles of all-electric range in the Cadillac LYRIQ, Tustin, CA drivers can take multiple trips around greater Los Angeles to various events. Switching to dual motors only drops the range of the Cadillac LYRIQ to 307 miles. This is the lowest range across the lineup. That's more than the Performance (303 miles) and Standard Range (279) models for Tesla's all-electric SUV. The Tesla Model Y maxes out at 330 miles on a single charge with its Long Range trim, but the battery pack of 81 kWh is of a much smaller capacity. The Cadillac LYRIQ has a larger 102-kWh lithium-ion battery pack and is built on the new Ultium EV Battery Platform from GM.
Cadillac LYRIQ vs. Tesla Model Y Performance
New Cadillac LYRIQ EVs do a better job of helping drivers from Laguna Niguel, CA control how quickly their SUV slows down by using One-Pedal Driving with Regen on Demand™, a feature not found on the Tesla Model Y, which generates 420 horsepower through dual motors. The Cadillac LYRIQ is more powerful, producing up to 500 horsepower through dual-drive motors. Base models for Cadillac's all-electric SUV generate 340 horsepower. The Model Y provides Tesla All-Wheel Drive to mirror Performance All-Wheel Drive within the Cadillac LYRIQ, which also features a 5-link suspension system.
Cadillac LYRIQ vs. Tesla Model Y Interior Space
Legroom matters to Laguna Niguel, CA SUV shoppers, and the Cadillac LYRIQ wins. Cadillac's all-electric SUV provides 44.3 inches of front-row legroom, considerably more than the 41.8 inches provided by the Tesla Model Y, which offers 40.5 inches in the back row. The Cadillac LYRIQ counters with 39.6 inches in the second row. Each EV has two rows of seats. With all five passengers along for a trip to the Newport Beach Pier, these new electric SUVs offer similar cargo space figures of 28 cubic feet (Cadillac LYRIQ) and 30 cubic feet (Tesla Model Y).
Cadillac LYRIQ vs. Tesla Model Y Features
There are only 14 speakers for the Tesla Model Y, while the Cadillac LYRIQ lets Tustin, CA travelers listen to their tunes through 19 speakers, enhancing music with the AKG Studio sound system. The Tesla Model Y has a 15-inch center touchscreen, and while it's large, it's not even half the size of the massive 33-inch LED display in the Cadillac LYRIQ, which gives Laguna Niguel, CA drivers a clear picture with 9K resolution. Each EV comes with wireless charging and heated seats for both rows.
While a panoramic power opening sunroof is available, the fixed full-glass roof of the Cadillac LYRIQ mirrors the all-glass roof of the Tesla Model Y, which has dual zone front automatic air conditioning and vegan leather seat trim. The Cadillac LYRIQ is superior on both fronts, letting Tustin, CA drivers regulate temperature within the EV's cabin through tri-zone climate control and providing superior relaxation with full Nappa leather seats.
Wireless Apple CarPlay® and wireless Android Auto™ integration comes with the Cadillac LYRIQ to give Newport Beach, CA drivers more convenient smartphone access. The Tesla Model Y doesn't include Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™ integration.
Enhanced Autopilot, Full Self-Driving Capability, and Tesla Vision in the Model Y counters Super Cruise™ with Automatic Lane Change technology and the Cadillac Smart System in the LYRIQ. Super Cruise™ lets you unlock hands-free driving taking the Cadillac LYRIQ around Newport Beach, CA, Tustin, CA, and greater Los Angeles.
Cadillac LYRIQ vs. Tesla Model Y EV Tax Credits
Due to price limit changes, the Tesla Model Y is now eligible for the $7,500 federal tax credit. When Tustin, CA and Newport Beach, CA customers buy the new Cadillac LYRIQ as their next EV, they are eligible to receive the $7,500 Clean Vehicle Federal Tax Credit.
Test Drive a New Cadillac LYRIQ Near Newport Beach, CA
Thew new Cadillac LYRIQ is the clear choice for your first — or your next — electric vehicle. Explore the new inventory for Tech, Luxury, and Sport models at our Cadillac dealership near Newport Beach, CA. Contact Costa Mesa Cadillac today to schedule your test drive in a new Cadillac LYRIQ all-electric SUV.
