2026 Cadillac Lyriq Australian launch

Cadillac

2026 Cadillac Lyriq

Large luxury electric SUV

On sale nowBattery electric

From $90,000 plus on-road costs

The Lyriq is Cadillac's first factory-backed model in Australia, sold direct through Cadillac AU experience centres in Sydney and Melbourne.

From$90,000+ORC
Range (WLTP)503 km
Power384 to 459 kW
Battery92 kWh
DC charge190 kW
Boot793 L
Warranty5 yrs / unlimited km

CarTell take

We haven't driven the Lyriq yet. On paper, factory-direct sales model is new to Australia. No dealer trade-in network at launch. ANCAP rating not yet published. Servicing handled through a contracted Australian network.

Why consider it

  • 33-inch curved LED display, 102 kWh battery delivering 530 km WLTP on Luxury RWD, AKG 19-speaker audio on Sport.
  • First factory-backed Cadillac in Australian history with real warranty and parts support.

What to know

  • No Apple CarPlay or Android Auto at launch, the car is Google-native only.
  • 190 kW DC peak trails 800V Korean and German rivals.

Who it suits

Early adopters who want a factory-backed Cadillac in Australia, audio-focused buyers (AKG 19-speaker on Sport), and Google-household drivers who want native Maps and Assistant in the car.

Small families

Practical everyday space

EV first-timers

503 km WLTP, charge at home

Premium buyers

Cabin quality up top

Range, charging and ownership

EV essentials at a glance.

503 km

WLTP range

Real-world range will vary with speed, weather and load.

190 kW

DC fast charging

AC charging at home up to 11.5 kW.

8 yrs / 160,000 km

Battery warranty

Vehicle warranty 5 yrs / unlimited km.

Grades and pricing

2 grades for Australia, plus on-road costs.
GradePrice fromBatteryRangePowerDC chargeKey differences
Lyriq Sport AWD$90,000 +ORC92 kWh503 km WLTP384 kW190 kW
Lyriq-V AWD$99,000 +ORC459 kW190 kW

Lyriq Sport AWD

$90,000 +ORC

Battery
92 kWh
Range
503 km WLTP
Power
384 kW
DC charge
190 kW

Lyriq-V AWD

$99,000 +ORC

Power
459 kW
DC charge
190 kW

Practicality and safety

793 L

Boot space

Not ANCAP rated

Safety rating. No Australian crash rating for this model yet

AWD

Drivetrain

Top rivals

Look at the alternatives if you need Apple CarPlay or Android Auto (Lyriq is Google-native only), you road-trip frequently and want 800V fast charging, or you need a third row (Volvo EX90).

Frequently asked questions

How much is the 2026 Cadillac Lyriq in Australia?

Pricing opens at $90,000 plus on-roads for the Lyriq Sport AWD and tops out at $99,000 plus on-roads for the Lyriq-V AWD, across 2 variants. Prices checked October 2026, so confirm with a dealer.

What is the range of the Cadillac Lyriq?

Around 530 km WLTP from the 102 kWh battery on the Luxury RWD. The Sport AWD trades some range for the dual-motor performance.

Does the Cadillac Lyriq support Apple CarPlay or Android Auto?

No. The Lyriq runs Google-native infotainment with built-in Google Maps, Assistant and Play Store. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are not available at launch.

How fast does the Cadillac Lyriq charge?

DC peak is 190 kW, with a 10 to 80 percent top-up in around 32 minutes. AC charging is 11.5 kW three-phase.

The Cadillac Lyriq in full

The Lyriq is Cadillac's first factory-backed model in Australia, sold direct through Cadillac AU experience centres in Sydney and Melbourne. Built on GM's Ultium platform, it carries a 102 kWh battery, a 33-inch curved display and AKG 19-speaker audio on Sport. The headline trade-off is Google-native infotainment with no Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.

From$90,000+ORC
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