Cadillac

Lyriq AWD 500hp

Electric car · M1 · Updated 2026-03

Cadillac's European electric debut — the Lyriq brings US luxury with a 33-inch curved display, 102kWh battery and premium interior craftsmanship.

Cadillac Lyriq AWD 500hp — electric car Ireland 2026
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€74,990 Guide price inc. VAT
530km WLTP ~420km real-world
530WLTP range km102kWh battery
420Real range kmIrish conditions est.
190Max DC kWFast charging
4.9s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€74,990PriceInc. 23% VAT
€120Motor tax/yrLowest BEV band

⚙️ Technical specifications

Battery capacity102 kWh
WLTP range530 km
Real-world range (Ireland)~420 km
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)4.9s
Top speed210 km/h
Torque610 Nm
DrivetrainAWD
Max DC charge rate190 kW
Max AC charge rate19.2 kW
ConnectorsCCS · Type 2
Boot capacity793 L
Towing capacity1,588 kg
Seats5
Dimensions
Length4,996 mm
Width1,977 mm
Height1,623 mm
Battery warranty8 years / 160,000 km
CO₂ emissions0 g/km
🏁 WLTP range530km
🇮🇪 Real-world (Irish)~420km

Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.

Cadillac highlights

🏗️
GM Ultium platform
Modular EV architecture shared across GM brands
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Super Cruise (Lyriq)
Hands-free driver assistance on mapped motorways
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American luxury design
Vertical light signatures and expansive interiors

💰 Irish pricing & incentives

List price (inc. 23% VAT)€74,990
Guide price€74,990

ℹ️ The SEAI Private Car Grant does not apply — list price exceeds the €65,000 grant threshold. Business buyers may still benefit from the BIK OMV deduction of €20,000 in 2026. Always verify at seai.ie.

Motor tax €120/yr Home charger grant €300 BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
Estimated annual running costs (15,000km)
Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh)~€693
Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg)~€1,415
Motor tax€120/yr
Saving vs petrol equivalent (€1.8/L)~€2,007/yr
💡 Cost comparison: At an Electric Ireland night rate of €0.24/kWh, 15,000km of driving in the Lyriq costs approximately €693 in electricity — compared with ~€2,700 in petrol for an equivalent car.

🚘 Lyriq — All Trims & Pricing Ireland 2026

All prices are guide prices. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer.

Model / Trim Battery & Range Price
Lyriq RWD 340hp
Entry
102kWh · 530km €66,990
Lyriq AWD 500hp
AWD
102kWh · 468km €74,990

Prices include 23% VAT. Net prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500 where list price < €65,000) and VRT relief (capped at actual VRT due — 7% of OMSP, max €5,000 up to €40k, max €2,500 up to €50k, nil above €50k). Business buyers: SEAI car grant not available — VRT relief only. Always verify at seai.ie.

🇮🇪 Lyriq on Irish routes

Based on estimated real-world Irish driving range (mixed motorway, regional and urban).

🛣️ Dublin → Cork 260km · M8
✅ Single charge — 160km remaining
🛤️ Dublin → Galway 220km · M6
✅ Single charge — 200km remaining
🏝️ Dublin → Kerry 310km · M7/N21
✅ Single charge — 110km remaining
🌊 Dublin → Donegal 260km · N2/N14
✅ Single charge — 160km remaining
🔄 Cork → Dublin (return) 520km · Round trip
⚡ One rapid charge stop needed
🏠 Daily commute (avg) 50km · /day
✅ 8+ days between home charges

Based on ~420km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.

👥 Is the Lyriq right for you?

First-time EV buyer✅ Excellent choice
Family with children✅ 5 seats, 793L boot
Daily commuter (<100km)✅ Perfect
Intercity driving✅ Dublin–Cork on one charge
Towing (trailer/caravan)✅ Up to 1,588kg
Private buyer (SEAI + VRT)⚠️ Check eligibility at seai.ie
Company car / BIK saving⚠️ High-value car — check BIK basis with your accountant
AWD / off-road capability✅ AWD model
💡 Best for: American luxury electric SUV.

⚡ Charging guide

🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%)~14h
🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%)~10h
⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%)~86min
🚀 190kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%)~23min
Connectors (DC)CCS
Connectors (AC)Type 2
🔌 Irish networks: Compatible with ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen via CCS. Cadillac Lyriq and Optiq use GM's Ultium platform supporting up to 190kW DC charging.

Cadillac EVs use GM's Ultium platform with up to 190kW DC charging. In Ireland, Cadillac is distributed through select premium dealers — primarily in Dublin and major cities.

📐 Dimensions & practicality

Length4,996 mm
Width1,977 mm
Height1,623 mm
Boot capacity793 L
Towing (braked)1,588 kg
Seats5
Battery warranty8 years / 160,000 km
🔋 Battery warranty: 8 years / 160,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.

❓ Frequently asked questions — Cadillac Lyriq AWD 500hp

The Cadillac Lyriq AWD 500hp has an Irish list price of €74,990 (including 23% VAT). The range starts from €66,990 list price. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Cadillac Lyriq AWD 500hp has a WLTP official range of 530km. In real-world Irish conditions — motorway speeds, Irish temperatures and typical mixed urban/rural driving — expect approximately 420km per charge. This is sufficient for Dublin to Cork (260km) on a single charge.
Yes. Company car drivers benefit from the BIK (Benefit in Kind) OMV deduction of €20,000 in 2026, significantly reducing taxable BIK on EVs. Combined with zero motor tax (€120/yr) and lower fuel costs versus petrol, the Cadillac Lyriq AWD 500hp is one of the most tax-efficient company cars in Ireland.
At 15,000km per year: home charging at a €0.24/kWh night rate costs approximately €693. Public charging at €0.49/kWh costs approximately €1,415. Add €120 motor tax. Compare to approximately €2,700 in petrol for an equivalent combustion car.
Cadillac entered the Irish market in 2023 through a small network of selected premium dealers, primarily in Dublin. As a newer brand in Ireland, dealer and service coverage is growing — contact Cadillac Ireland or check cadillac.com/ie for current dealer locations.
The Cadillac Lyriq AWD 500hp supports up to 190kW DC and 19.2kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 14 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 86 minutes. At the maximum 190kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 23 minutes.
The Cadillac Lyriq AWD 500hp uses CCS (DC fast charging) and Type 2 (AC), compatible with all major Irish networks including ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen.
Motor tax for the Cadillac Lyriq AWD 500hp is €120 per year — the lowest available band in Ireland (A1, 0g/km CO₂). All battery electric vehicles registered as private cars qualify for this rate, compared to €280–€700+/year for an equivalent petrol or diesel car.

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📐 Calculators for the Lyriq
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A 4kWp home solar system generates approximately 3,400–3,800 kWh/year in Ireland — enough to cover 187–197km of free driving annually in the Lyriq. Pair with a myenergi Zappi charger to automatically charge from surplus solar generation before it exports to the grid.

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