2025 Cadillac LYRIQ vs. 2025 Lexus RZ 450e

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Lexus RZ 450e
Features | 2025 Cadillac LYRIQ | 2025 Lexus RZ 450e |
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MPG - City | 95 MPGe | 115 MPGe |
MPG - Hwy | 82 MPGe | 98 MPGe |
Seating Capacity | 5 Seats | 5 Seats |
EPA Electricity Range | 314 mi. | 220 mi. |
Time To Charge Battery (At 240V) | 6.5 hr. | 10.0 hr. |
Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive |
Drivetrain | Rear wheel drive | All wheel drive |
Engine Power | 340 hp | 308 hp |
Exterior Length | 196.7 in. | 189.2 in. |
Exterior Width | 77.8 in. | 74.6 in. |
Leg Room | Front 44.3 in. Rear 39.6 in. | Front 42.1 in. Rear 37.5 in. |
Head Room | Front 38.6 in. Rear 37.7 in. | Front 39.9 in. Rear 39.7 in. |
The 2025 Cadillac LYRIQ vs. Lexus RZ 450e: Electrifying Luxury, Redefined
The luxury electric SUV segment is no longer a niche-it's a showdown of innovation. The 2025 Cadillac LYRIQ and Lexus RZ 450e both promise premium electric experiences, but only one delivers the full package. Here's why the LYRIQ outpaces its rival.
Performance: Power Meets Precision
The LYRIQ's 340-horsepower rear-wheel-drive (standard) and 500-horsepower dual-motor AWD options deliver effortless acceleration through Laguna Niguel, CA, (zero-to-60 mph in 4.6 seconds) and a 312-mile range. Its Ultium platform supports DC fast charging (122 miles in 10 minutes), outpacing the RZ 450e's 225-mile range and sluggish zero-to-60 time (6.2 seconds). Lexus's Direct4 AWD is competent, but the LYRIQ's adaptive air suspension and magnetic ride control elevate handling to BMW-rivaling precision.
Design: Futuristic Luxury, Inside and Out
Cadillac's LYRIQ stuns with a bold, sculpted exterior featuring slim LED lighting, a panoramic glass roof, and 22-inch alloy wheels. The cabin blends sustainable materials (Ultrasuede, recycled metals) with cutting-edge tech: a 33-inch curved LED display, 19-speaker AKG audio, and massaging seats. The Lexus RZ 450e's angular design and cramped rear seats feel dated, while its 14-inch touchscreen and cluttered controls lack the LYRIQ's minimalist elegance on the roads of Newport Beach, CA.
Why the LYRIQ Wins
- Range and Charging: 312 miles vs. Lexus's 225.
- Tech Dominance: Super Cruise (hands-free driving) vs. Lexus's less confident Teammate system.
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Stunned by the beautiful nature of the 2025 Cadillac LYRIQ? Experience this gorgeous vehicle in person at our dealership near Tustin, CA. Our experts are here to answer your questions, guide you through financing, and ensure a fantastic experience.
The future of luxury is electric-and it's unmistakably Cadillac.
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