@@DrivenCarReviews Still have ours! (It was my wife’s but since gas has been so high she drives my Escalade and I’ve been driving if it work and saving a ton of 💰)😁🤷🏽♂️
@@DrivenCarReviews Don't yet know everything.......Explain the cruise control maintaining downhill speed for Us normal drivers........Drivers who don't require self driving.............Paul
Sorry folks, the dimensions graphic was left off. Lyriq's length = 196.7 inches / 4996. Width = 86.9 / 2207, Hight is 63.9 / 1623, Wheelbase is 121.8 / 3094. So it's about 2 inches shorter than an XT6 with a wheelbase nearly 10 inches longer. Lyriq is longer than XT5 by about 10 inches. ALSO, I griped about the glovebox button. The GM comms team got back to me with this update-
There's a German guy on TH-cam who does very Germanish reviews (in English, which he is not as good at as he probably thinks he is, adding to the charm).
Thanks Tom! I pray for Lyriq owners that Cadillac learned its lessons from their ATS touchscreens that fail every 2 years or so for $1,000 a pop. That 33" screen won't be cheap! The Lyriq is beautiful. Well done, Cadillac!
Your channel is one of the very best, Tom. Thanks for always being a pragmatic reviewer. The lack of rear seat climate controls and heat/cool seating is just awkward. The price point for the RWD version is really quite amazing. The waitlist is to be expected. As a child of the 60's/70's when Cadillac was the standard, it would be nice to see them return to the throne. As for interior noise, it's a Cadillac and should be quiet and like floating on air.
Man, I love these reviews. Yeah, the production value is excellent, but your writing, Tom. So good. "Cue the Lyriq. The first word in Cadillac's rebirth." You're on another level. 👍
Not a GM person generally or a Cadillac person specifically but I would BUY this! Pricing is competitive and the design is outstanding. (Thanks for the review Tom!)
Great review of a very impressive car. I learned to drive in a Sedan De Ville (1966) and am now on my third Escalade. I love the Escalade, and for a large SUV it is relatively efficient at 18.5 mpg average over 69k miles. So great to see Cadillac unleashed in the Lyriq. I recently went to a PHEV for daily transport and considered an ELR very seriously. Beautiful car, but really only a two-seater. Shifted to the second gen Volt and was closing in on one when I discovered the Honda Clarity. Ended up with a lightly used Touring version. The Clarity is built on the Accord platform, so it has a big back seat and trunk. Where we live (rural Rochester, MN) the gasoline motor gives me peace of mind with an undeveloped charging infrastructure and cold weather a good part of the year. Thanks for the review!
Very impressive product and what I was looking for in an EV, luxury at a reasonable price. Anyone else would have stuck a 130K price on this and wouldn't have batted an eye. Oh and by god I do not know how they did it but FINALLY they gave Cadillac their own stalks on the column. How in gods name did someone get that done?
@@darrellyelity3648 This will be one of the few cars that will not be marked up. Cadillac has really done a decent job getting their dealers onboard the MSRP train.
@@aono335 I get that feeling from most "luxury" brands these days, got into a friend's Mercedes as was surprised by the amount of cheap looking controls and plastic surfaces, the same applies to another friend's BMW and my boss' Porsche Macan (VW+). This Cadillac seems about on par with those examples.
@@OllieTownsendIII I think Cadillac made a great move downsizing their massive dealer network and weeding out the money hungry dealers who don’t really care about the brand or where they’re going but were truly just in it for the money. The only standing Cadillac dealerships are the ones who share this new vision of Cadillac with the manufacturer and they have invested in it. I think this move alone has significantly reduced the probability of huge dealership markups on new and future EVs from them.
Phenomenal review as always Tom! Really love what Cadillac has done with the Lyriq - even before you stated it, I felt the interior aesthetics evoked the late 70’s Cadillacs I rode in as a young child, especially that steering wheel. I love how they’ve (supposedly) pulled from that era, similarly to Lincoln’s current interiors, giving the “true American luxury” vibe. Now I’m anxiously awaiting the Celestiq prototype as the sneak peak photos look to drastically up the ante.
Don't forget that Cadillac isn't getting rid of trim levels with this vehicle. It's launching the Lyriq with the Luxury trim level. Which is the lowest trim available on Cadillacs. The reason I've heard was related to advancing the production schedule for as to why it's only launching with the single trim. I'm very curious as to what the Premium Luxury and Platinum will offer on this.
I read about the potential of a V series, but I don’t think this is the “luxury” base trim because it has AKG, massaging seats, etc. which typically isn’t on luxury trim caddies. Unless they’re treating the base trim way differently now which would be cool as well.
This is one of the very few Channels I know that produce and post 2K/4K 60 FPS videos, it's saw pleasing to watch definitely keep it out, while everyone else just post basic 1080p no HDR or 60FPS. Oh and cool car. Cadillacs prices tho.
A very, very, impressive design. Period. Gorgeous. Caddy's design language has been really good lately and this is the best example to date. Looks fabulous from all angles. Seems like GM is on a roll with EVs right now. The Hummer, the Silverado and now this, I hope they all succeed and they probably will. Poor little Bolts and Volts just don't get the respect (or sales) they deserve. The Bolt EUV should be on everyone's shopping list if they are in the market for an 'entry-level' EV. Just wish they made it will AWD.
Cadillac LYRIQ is a Garbage COMPLIANCE vehicle. too SLOW, too HEAVY and INEFFICIENT , also too Short RANGE. Its just another EV from gm that will catch FIRE & EXPLODE in your Driveway.
@@markplott4820 Guess which company makes the Ultium battery? The same company that manufactured the Bolt and Kona EVs' batteries. I have no confidence in LG batteries anymore - the way they pointed the finger, at first, Hyundai, then at GM was disgusting for a battery defect due to manufacturing it. I now own the top of the line Ioniq 5 AWD which is a better deal than the Lyriq. I couldn't help but notice that when they demoed closing the charging door using the button, the whole compartment was moved by that push - not good. I do actually like the interior/exterior looks along with the charging speed. I'd wait a year to see what bugs come out of the wood work. This should be analyzed by Munroe to see what you're truly getting.
@@markplott4820 LG messed up one in a million cells, but they can't stay in business with that. They had to fix it. There will be hundreds of thousands of vehicles rolling around with their new cells. We will know soon. I have a 2018 Tesla Model 3 dual motor. It has a epa range of 310 miles. Is it Lucid. No, but it's fine. The single motor Lyric is not slow. 0-60 is 6 seconds. The dual motor will be 4.9 which is pretty quick. No, it's no Plaid, but not everybody wants that. This thing should be smooth, quiet, and comfortable.
90% of the function of my rear wiper is to couple with the washer fluid to clean dirt and dust off. Automakers skimping on the wiper to save cash and billing it as a non issue is aggravating to say the least
Sedans generally don’t have or need wipers because of the aero and distance from rear road spray. IF they have eliminated this problem by controlling the vortex that sucks road spray up onto the rear window with the rear spoiler, then it really is a good solution versus using a window wiper.
@@eddiegardner8232 To date, not a single manufacturer has been able to do this. At least offer the rear wiper as an option. I know, because I have the Ioniq 5, with a spoiler designed to "clean" off the rear window ... oh really. Rear wiper is not an option for the Ioniq 5. Don't believe them about this.
@@ScubaSteveCanada Except this is _not_ the Hyundai Ioniq 5. The Ioniq 5 and Cadillac Lyriq aren’t interchangeable. I don’t understand why it makes sense to group the 2 together as if they share designers or engineers.
I work at a dealership, almost no customers ever use their rear washer or wiper. I’m not one of them but I wouldn’t really care if they took it away either.
@@andybub45 well yea, that's the real reason, not because they figured out how to get it to magically stay clean. I think it's going to be depend entirely on where you live. There's no where in Colorado to keep your rear glass from staying dust/dirt free unless you never leave central Denver
I have watched almost every Lyriq first-drive review. And your is my fav! I like that you have another knowledgeable reviewer with you; so there are back & forth, pro & cons, and feedbacks.
Tom, I’m with you on the rear wiper. They need testing in the pacific n/w… Nice caddie. I’m rooting for Cadillac. Yours still looks amazing today. Good deal or not!
As a European I am happy to see American car makers staring to focus also on quality, not just price. The American Way of Design has not yet been properly utilized, so it's good to see GM finally moving towards that aim.
Placed a deposit on this....I also like the GV60 but neither is currently an option in Texas....time will tell. I've been driving EV only for 9 years. So much progress so quickly. Started at 80 miles range....now over 300.
I took delivery of the GV60 Premium (229 bhp RWD) in the UK just last week. With all the options bar digital wing mirrors ( not my thing) it truly is a luxurious vehicle - Nappa Leather and suede interior (even the head lining is suede ) and quality switch gear (if it looks like metal it is metal) all on the E-GMP platform so blistering charging with heat pump and battery conditioning. However at 4.515m long it’s smaller I suspect than the Lyriq though I haven’t looked up the Lyriq’s dimensions yet. I think comparisons to the Kia EV6 and Ionic 5 are a little unfair - they are not premium brands like Cadillac or Genesis and a £5K to £7K premium on a £50K vehicle if it’s not going on the drive train gets you a lot of creature comforts. In the UK the RWD 229bhp 19” wheel Fully loaded GV60 is only £4K more than the AWD 314 bhp 20” wheel Kia EV6- that drop in drive train and £4K hike in price puts you in an all together another level of luxury! When you get in an optioned out GV60 you simply go “Wow!” and in the UK that is at sub £60K! Of note the GV60 gets 3 level heated rear seats over the Lyriq. And its light tricks include the Genesis logo projected puddle lights and reverse lights which project dotted white lines on the road behind the vehicle. Such an interesting time in the EV market if you can get one. I highly recommend exhibitions and shows to try and secure your EV early. Farnborough’s Fully Charged UK Live 2022 show end of April 2022 afforded me my opportunity. (Just 8 weeks to get a pre-spec’d model which luckily matched what I was after)!
CATL (world's largest battery maker) have announced a new type of battery already in EVs for testing. It won't be Lithium Ion but will be capable of 600 miles, lighter, fastest charging speed, can handle staying at 100% and can handle -20 temps without range loss. Totally different ways of handling the heat and cold dissipation ... you name it. All due to be supplied to well=known EV manufacturers in 2023. If I was looking for an EV, I'd be waiting one more year. It'll blow the doors off the competition. CATL are a company known for making battery announcements that really happen when they say it will. If GM have done so yet, they should become one of CATL's leading partners. Edit: These are Sodium-Ion batteries - yes, good, old salt.
AWD definitely the way to go on this car at the price, but were it me, I would get the 2024 model (starting production first half 2023) as you will have more options, and some surprises, compared to the 2023 model year.
I'm here for the numbers. Will this be the new face of Cadillac? Is the Escalade going to have to evolve with these regulations? And most importantly, is this the baby Escalade we didnt know we needed?
Thank you for noticing caddy has gone mid century modern inside I noticed it with the Escalade and surprised no one else has really mentioned it. Interesting design direction with modern tech.
I’m not sure if Sandy covered this or not, but you can move controls like the glove box button to the main screen on the shortcut menu that’s always present on the screen shown at 15:48.
Another fun fact. The traditional "driver's set up" we experience in every car we drive, was pioneered by Cadillac (I think in the mid 1920s). When you get in any car, the steering wheel is in front, and to accelerate the "gas pedal" is the right pedal. The brake pedal is to the left of that. The clutch pedal (if equipped with manual transmission) is to the left of the brake. The shifter is also to the right (floor mounted, console mounted or column mounted). Cadillac was the first one to have what we would today consider a normal configuration and every brand followed that design later. If you are unsure what I mean, go watch a video how you drive a Model T. It's not like driving any other car. It's likely that if you had one, no one could steal it since no one would know how to drive it. Manufacturers all went with the Cadillac design so you could easily drive any vehicle since they are operate in a similar manner.
@@DrivenCarReviews Yes, and what you said was bang on. If this was just a Chevy with a fancy grill, it would have been shameful. Kudos to GM to make something special here, and it seems like they really nailed it. It's easy to make an awesome $200,000 EV, but to make something great that is more attainable is a challenge, and it looks like they hit out of the park.
Great video and impressive vehicle. I agree that the only odd design choice is the exterior door handles. They seem to add a lot of unnecessary complexity and even weight. The Lyriq price/value equation is fantastic. Let’s see what the 2024 model year brings. Hopefully, GM can ramp up production to meet demand, and dealers don’t price gouge.
I think "They seem to add a lot of unnecessary complexity and even weight." might be incorrect. I have worked on a lot of car doors -- from back in the day when windows cranked to 2020's. Electrification of door functions has reduced door mass and allows for design updates and ease of installation, that could only be dreamed of in the mechanical days. Not to mention the improvements in aerodynamics by smoothing the handles. Tesla has conventional door handles, that are pulled in at speed. Talk about complex! Door handles are just one of the hundred things Tesla changed that were nearly insignificant individually -- but added up to a big improvement in aerodynamics. Cadillac is going through the same process I think, but one upping Tesla with a door that can be opened with your hands full. I love this design feature.
I know it's a little thing, but why does the charge door open with a lurch and flop? Why not smooth? The little things matter when you want to be the top dog. Also just put a release on the glove box!
Currently own a Cadillac (ICE) and enjoy it. However, there is an aspect that I loathe: Cadillac dealerships. I reside in Southern California, thereby having a wider selection of dealerships, but they all are incompetent and out of touch on one level or another. My wife and I love the Lyriq, but until GM does something with their dealerships to meet today’s needs, and gets rid of the ones that have simply been around far too long…well…until then we are currently considering others brands. Too bad.
This actually seems to be a WAY better buy than the Tesla Model Y, especially the long range model. This car is better priced, has more storage, seems to have better fit, finish, and quality, but just doesn't have the acceleration figures which get old after awhile.
@@igeekone yep, we went to check out the Mercedes EQS 450+ 6 months ago and the dealer wants $30K markup. Ioniq 5 and EV6 markups range from $5-6K as of today. This is the SF Bay Area. Pure insanity and I don’t need an EV that bad.
@@jml9550 Again, this ain’t Hyundai, KIA, nor Mercedes-Benz. Cadillac has already sold plenty of Lyriqs with dealerships charging MSRP. There are plenty of dealerships in the U.S. selling at and around the suggested retail price.
I’m getting the Lyriq. I don’t know whether to trade in, or self-sell, or keep my 2014 ELR which is just like yours (although mine is red). We take several long road trips (5k miles round-trip) and having to find charging on some of our trips is not possible (Mexico, Alaska) where the ELR can shine compared to the Lyriq. Fortunately we have a Volt that can sub for the ELR on those trips where I would love to take the Lyriq but can’t. I don’t even mind longer charge times but just not as long as required for 110v.
The only issue I noticed after watching the reviews is a total lack of a front end bumper. I doubt this car will not be severely damaged (several thousand dollars in damage) after a five MPH collision with another car or rigid object. Lots of electronics buried into that front end.
Thanks for the review, Tom, learned more about the Lyriq in this one review than all the others put together. I love the look, inside and out, and the value is definitely there. I am having trouble putting a deposit on a vehicle I haven't been able to see and drive in person, and for a "way in the future" date! Like this vehicle a lot, but will probably buy another vehicle I can actually drive before purchase. Too old-fashioned I guess!
I had a chance to sit in the Lyriq RWD. It was optioned the same as my preorder: Satin Steel Metallic with white interior. I am absolutely excited for it, but today: December 24th 2022 I've heard NOTHING about my order and I'm still waiting patiently as my trade-in Jeep SRT's value slowly depreciates while the Federal Reserve slowly raises interest rates. The Lyriq, to me is a more refined XT5 built as an EV. GM needs to also make an EV out of the XT6 in order to have a market hit (3rd row to get big sales).
Great review Tom. As others have said, best review of Lyriq and I have read/watched them all. I too had an ELR which I actually liked better than my other car, a Tesla S. I gave it to my ex when we parted...big mistake (giving the ELR). Still one of the prettiest designs on the road. I am a current Model 3 owner who was thinking about a Y but will sell the model 3 when my ordered 2024 Lyriq arrives. I liked the minimalist interior of the 3 but it is budget rental noisy on the highway and the back seats aren't comfortable. At what Tesla is currently charging for the Y the Lyriq is a no brainer. Re: electric sports car from GM, I also have a reservation for the hybrid C8 Corvette and GM has hinted that the full EV version may come sooner than we think. The EV hate on the Corvette forum is hysterical (literally).
I've seen a couple of C8 Corvettes and sorry, but although they no doubt perform very well they look like boy racer pseudo supercars. Similar layout cars like the Audi A8 don't. (I know, the Corvette is significantly cheaper but the looks have nothing to do with that.) Face it, a big (or entire) reason someone buys a car like that is to look cool, and to me the C8 makes you look the opposite.
@emjayay. Perhaps you buy a car to look cool but I couldn't care less what you or anyone else thinks about my ride. I buy cars to drive and I'll be seeing you in the rear view mirror of my "pseudo supercar". Btw I think you mean Audi R8 and not the A8 sedan.
It could get by on looks alone.....and I reserved one. It doesn't lead in too many categories like speed of charging, but it is a great first effort for a BEV from Caddy and priced well below the luxury competition. I'm a little concerned about the lack of a front bumper. I'm very pleased with my 2013 Volt, so I'm confident that GM can build a fine EV. I might even flip it! Is $95k too much do ask for a 500 HP AWD elec-trick Caddy?
Amazing Job, Cadillac. Futuristic styling, beautiful interior with high-quality materials, and innovation. This is great for Cadillac, a brand that’s been struggling for decades. The LYRIQ is the beginning of a new era for Cadillac. This is the lowest end trim of the Cadillac LYRIQ. There will be more trims coming soon, which will be more expensive and similar to the concept.
The front and rear-end light show belong in Las Vegas. Which, if you think about it, is kind of Cadillac's happy place. But it's priced aggressively, made with good materials and offers good specs and performance. If the marque survives it should do well. Still not sure about the longevity of pouch cells, though; they swell and shrink during charge/recharge, and all that movement inside the battery containment structure can create issues with abrasion, leakage, and wiring. Tesla's hard cells seem to last pretty well. Will the Lyriq's? Time will tell.
This was a great review. I watch a lot of car reviews and I enjoyed yours so much I immediately subscribed. The Lyriq looks nice though it is a little too big for my taste. I think people would be insane to buy the currently available RWD model instead of waiting for the AWD model to come out in 2023. The AWD will be more powerful and from what I understand, only cost an additional $2K.
Thanks Tom, great review. I may be the only person who thinks the styling of the Lyriq is fussy and over-blown but I am pleased to see Cadillac trying harder.The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a much cleaner look. I found the Lyriq lighting show kind of embarrassing- more geared to 12 year old boys than owners. But they must have researched what many owners want. I also agree that having to delve into a menu to open a glove box is off-putting. It's going to take ages for it to come to Auckland NZ in right-hand-drive version . I watch all your podcasts anyway & i too used to live in Duluth MN!.
Often it’s because they either want to make a frunk, so they need a high hood, or they aren’t very good at integrating and packaging all the drivetrain parts. If they want a minimalist front end, maybe they should not look at their own cars, but at the early 1950s Studebakers for their low and thin front end styling inspiration.
so you got a slower EV, slower charging, less cargo capacity, no frunk, compared to the competition for a higher price (especially given dealership mark up!)
ELR is still a breathlessly good looking rolling piece of art. I love that thing.
The 2016s with the revised grille especially. Couldn't (or wouldn't) afford that when I bought mine.
@@DrivenCarReviews Still have ours! (It was my wife’s but since gas has been so high she drives my Escalade and I’ve been driving if it work and saving a ton of 💰)😁🤷🏽♂️
Just got an ELR. Love it
It was way too expensive for what it was though - a gussied up Chevy Volt.
Yep I want one I almost got one but I got outbid it at the last second did you get a chance to up it
Definitely going to be watching this on the 55”! When Tom says his reviews are best watched on the big screen, he isn’t joking!
I am gonna have to try it! Tom is great!
While this will look good, shooting a review in 6 hours doesn't represent my best photography. But you'll definitely know everything about this car.
@@DrivenCarReviews ELECTRIC IS NOT THE FUTURE LOL ELECTRIC MOWERS CANT EVEN COMPETE WITH GAS MUCHLESS SOMETHING AS LARGE AS A VEHICLE
@@DrivenCarReviews Don't yet know everything.......Explain the cruise control maintaining downhill speed for Us normal drivers........Drivers who don't require self driving.............Paul
@@billybobbob3003 It IS the future.......You are a slow learner............Paul
Sorry folks, the dimensions graphic was left off. Lyriq's length = 196.7 inches / 4996. Width = 86.9 / 2207, Hight is 63.9 / 1623, Wheelbase is 121.8 / 3094. So it's about 2 inches shorter than an XT6 with a wheelbase nearly 10 inches longer. Lyriq is longer than XT5 by about 10 inches.
ALSO, I griped about the glovebox button. The GM comms team got back to me with this update-
Should pin this
what update? Also, what's the ground clearance?
I miss this kind of comprehensive, professional reviews in Europe. Great job as usual!
There's a German guy on TH-cam who does very Germanish reviews (in English, which he is not as good at as he probably thinks he is, adding to the charm).
Thanks Tom! I pray for Lyriq owners that Cadillac learned its lessons from their ATS touchscreens that fail every 2 years or so for $1,000 a pop. That 33" screen won't be cheap! The Lyriq is beautiful. Well done, Cadillac!
Thanks for the gas money (or charging station fee) Doogie! Apparently the screen was tested in temps from -30 to 160F.
Your channel is one of the very best, Tom. Thanks for always being a pragmatic reviewer. The lack of rear seat climate controls and heat/cool seating is just awkward. The price point for the RWD version is really quite amazing. The waitlist is to be expected. As a child of the 60's/70's when Cadillac was the standard, it would be nice to see them return to the throne. As for interior noise, it's a Cadillac and should be quiet and like floating on air.
Man, I love these reviews. Yeah, the production value is excellent, but your writing, Tom. So good.
"Cue the Lyriq. The first word in Cadillac's rebirth."
You're on another level. 👍
Not a GM person generally or a Cadillac person specifically but I would BUY this! Pricing is competitive and the design is outstanding. (Thanks for the review Tom!)
What I like best about the Cadillac Lyric is that it does not look like a gussied up Chevy or GMC. It looks like a real Cadillac.
The quality of your videos and narration and the audio/video information delivered is just top, crème de la crème. Thank you!
This should be a good and interesting review, I am looking forward to enjoying it with my morning coffee.
Great review of a very impressive car. I learned to drive in a Sedan De Ville (1966) and am now on my third Escalade. I love the Escalade, and for a large SUV it is relatively efficient at 18.5 mpg average over 69k miles. So great to see Cadillac unleashed in the Lyriq. I recently went to a PHEV for daily transport and considered an ELR very seriously. Beautiful car, but really only a two-seater. Shifted to the second gen Volt and was closing in on one when I discovered the Honda Clarity. Ended up with a lightly used Touring version. The Clarity is built on the Accord platform, so it has a big back seat and trunk. Where we live (rural Rochester, MN) the gasoline motor gives me peace of mind with an undeveloped charging infrastructure and cold weather a good part of the year. Thanks for the review!
Very impressive product and what I was looking for in an EV, luxury at a reasonable price. Anyone else would have stuck a 130K price on this and wouldn't have batted an eye. Oh and by god I do not know how they did it but FINALLY they gave Cadillac their own stalks on the column. How in gods name did someone get that done?
When this EV hits dealerships it will be $100,000+ with greedy dealer markup.
It wouldnt be worth 100k let alone 130k. Its got a very cheap generic look to it.
@@darrellyelity3648 This will be one of the few cars that will not be marked up. Cadillac has really done a decent job getting their dealers onboard the MSRP train.
@@aono335 I get that feeling from most "luxury" brands these days, got into a friend's Mercedes as was surprised by the amount of cheap looking controls and plastic surfaces, the same applies to another friend's BMW and my boss' Porsche Macan (VW+). This Cadillac seems about on par with those examples.
@@OllieTownsendIII I think Cadillac made a great move downsizing their massive dealer network and weeding out the money hungry dealers who don’t really care about the brand or where they’re going but were truly just in it for the money. The only standing Cadillac dealerships are the ones who share this new vision of Cadillac with the manufacturer and they have invested in it. I think this move alone has significantly reduced the probability of huge dealership markups on new and future EVs from them.
Phenomenal review as always Tom! Really love what Cadillac has done with the Lyriq - even before you stated it, I felt the interior aesthetics evoked the late 70’s Cadillacs I rode in as a young child, especially that steering wheel. I love how they’ve (supposedly) pulled from that era, similarly to Lincoln’s current interiors, giving the “true American luxury” vibe.
Now I’m anxiously awaiting the Celestiq prototype as the sneak peak photos look to drastically up the ante.
Don't forget that Cadillac isn't getting rid of trim levels with this vehicle. It's launching the Lyriq with the Luxury trim level. Which is the lowest trim available on Cadillacs. The reason I've heard was related to advancing the production schedule for as to why it's only launching with the single trim.
I'm very curious as to what the Premium Luxury and Platinum will offer on this.
It will offer more than Tesla Model Y and be better built...
I read about the potential of a V series, but I don’t think this is the “luxury” base trim because it has AKG, massaging seats, etc. which typically isn’t on luxury trim caddies. Unless they’re treating the base trim way differently now which would be cool as well.
Gold plated trim and a little jeweled crown over the Cadillac emblem.
This is one of the very few Channels I know that produce and post 2K/4K 60 FPS videos, it's saw pleasing to watch definitely keep it out, while everyone else just post basic 1080p no HDR or 60FPS.
Oh and cool car. Cadillacs prices tho.
This "no spare tire" trend needs to stop, what am I supposed to do in the middle of nowhere?
A very, very, impressive design. Period. Gorgeous. Caddy's design language has been really good lately and this is the best example to date. Looks fabulous from all angles. Seems like GM is on a roll with EVs right now. The Hummer, the Silverado and now this, I hope they all succeed and they probably will. Poor little Bolts and Volts just don't get the respect (or sales) they deserve. The Bolt EUV should be on everyone's shopping list if they are in the market for an 'entry-level' EV. Just wish they made it will AWD.
Cadillac LYRIQ is a Garbage COMPLIANCE vehicle.
too SLOW, too HEAVY and INEFFICIENT , also too Short RANGE.
Its just another EV from gm that will catch FIRE & EXPLODE in your Driveway.
@@markplott4820 Elon called your on the schedule for boot licking.
@@markplott4820 thanks for watching!
@@markplott4820 Guess which company makes the Ultium battery? The same company that manufactured the Bolt and Kona EVs' batteries. I have no confidence in LG batteries anymore - the way they pointed the finger, at first, Hyundai, then at GM was disgusting for a battery defect due to manufacturing it. I now own the top of the line Ioniq 5 AWD which is a better deal than the Lyriq. I couldn't help but notice that when they demoed closing the charging door using the button, the whole compartment was moved by that push - not good. I do actually like the interior/exterior looks along with the charging speed. I'd wait a year to see what bugs come out of the wood work. This should be analyzed by Munroe to see what you're truly getting.
@@markplott4820 LG messed up one in a million cells, but they can't stay in business with that. They had to fix it. There will be hundreds of thousands of vehicles rolling around with their new cells. We will know soon. I have a 2018 Tesla Model 3 dual motor. It has a epa range of 310 miles. Is it Lucid. No, but it's fine. The single motor Lyric is not slow. 0-60 is 6 seconds. The dual motor will be 4.9 which is pretty quick. No, it's no Plaid, but not everybody wants that. This thing should be smooth, quiet, and comfortable.
This is a really good car for the money. Cadillac did a great job 👏
Great to see Tom hitting a 170k subs, hopefully not to long before the 200,000, very well deserved.
Can’t wait to see one in person!
90% of the function of my rear wiper is to couple with the washer fluid to clean dirt and dust off. Automakers skimping on the wiper to save cash and billing it as a non issue is aggravating to say the least
Sedans generally don’t have or need wipers because of the aero and distance from rear road spray. IF they have eliminated this problem by controlling the vortex that sucks road spray up onto the rear window with the rear spoiler, then it really is a good solution versus using a window wiper.
@@eddiegardner8232 To date, not a single manufacturer has been able to do this. At least offer the rear wiper as an option. I know, because I have the Ioniq 5, with a spoiler designed to "clean" off the rear window ... oh really. Rear wiper is not an option for the Ioniq 5. Don't believe them about this.
@@ScubaSteveCanada Except this is _not_ the Hyundai Ioniq 5. The Ioniq 5 and Cadillac Lyriq aren’t interchangeable. I don’t understand why it makes sense to group the 2 together as if they share designers or engineers.
I work at a dealership, almost no customers ever use their rear washer or wiper. I’m not one of them but I wouldn’t really care if they took it away either.
@@andybub45 well yea, that's the real reason, not because they figured out how to get it to magically stay clean. I think it's going to be depend entirely on where you live. There's no where in Colorado to keep your rear glass from staying dust/dirt free unless you never leave central Denver
I am super happy to see Americans being innovative in the automotive space. GM really is iconicly American.
I have watched almost every Lyriq first-drive review. And your is my fav! I like that you have another knowledgeable reviewer with you; so there are back & forth, pro & cons, and feedbacks.
Thanks David!
Thanks Tom, Look forward to hear more about driving dynamics and cabin comfort.
I will have all of that
@@DrivenCarReviews Beautiful review, thouorulghy enjoyed. I hold a debut edition reservation, looking forward for the drive
Tom, I’m with you on the rear wiper.
They need testing in the pacific n/w…
Nice caddie. I’m rooting for Cadillac.
Yours still looks amazing today. Good deal or not!
Can't wait!
Yes you can
As a European I am happy to see American car makers staring to focus also on quality, not just price. The American Way of Design has not yet been properly utilized, so it's good to see GM finally moving towards that aim.
Placed a deposit on this....I also like the GV60 but neither is currently an option in Texas....time will tell. I've been driving EV only for 9 years. So much progress so quickly. Started at 80 miles range....now over 300.
I took delivery of the GV60 Premium (229 bhp RWD) in the UK just last week. With all the options bar digital wing mirrors ( not my thing) it truly is a luxurious vehicle - Nappa Leather and suede interior (even the head lining is suede ) and quality switch gear (if it looks like metal it is metal) all on the E-GMP platform so blistering charging with heat pump and battery conditioning.
However at 4.515m long it’s smaller I suspect than the Lyriq though I haven’t looked up the Lyriq’s dimensions yet.
I think comparisons to the Kia EV6 and Ionic 5 are a little unfair - they are not premium brands like Cadillac or Genesis and a £5K to £7K premium on a £50K vehicle if it’s not going on the drive train gets you a lot of creature comforts.
In the UK the RWD 229bhp 19” wheel Fully loaded GV60 is only £4K more than the AWD 314 bhp 20” wheel Kia EV6- that drop in drive train and £4K hike in price puts you in an all together another level of luxury! When you get in an optioned out GV60 you simply go “Wow!” and in the UK that is at sub £60K!
Of note the GV60 gets 3 level heated rear seats over the Lyriq. And its light tricks include the Genesis logo projected puddle lights and reverse lights which project dotted white lines on the road behind the vehicle.
Such an interesting time in the EV market if you can get one. I highly recommend exhibitions and shows to try and secure your EV early. Farnborough’s Fully Charged UK Live 2022 show end of April 2022 afforded me my opportunity. (Just 8 weeks to get a pre-spec’d model which luckily matched what I was after)!
CATL (world's largest battery maker) have announced a new type of battery already in EVs for testing. It won't be Lithium Ion but will be capable of 600 miles, lighter, fastest charging speed, can handle staying at 100% and can handle -20 temps without range loss. Totally different ways of handling the heat and cold dissipation ... you name it. All due to be supplied to well=known EV manufacturers in 2023. If I was looking for an EV, I'd be waiting one more year. It'll blow the doors off the competition. CATL are a company known for making battery announcements that really happen when they say it will. If GM have done so yet, they should become one of CATL's leading partners. Edit: These are Sodium-Ion batteries - yes, good, old salt.
One of most comprehensive video of the Lyriq to date! Excellent video!
6:50 never seen an entire car BODY flex so much from tapping a button on the side. I'm speechless.
Thank for you review. Yes you did cover everything and it is now on my list to replace my Escalade.
I have a deposit down on the AWD version. Dealer said expect early Spring 2023. Looking forward to your "Driven" review.
AWD definitely the way to go on this car at the price, but were it me, I would get the 2024 model (starting production first half 2023) as you will have more options, and some surprises, compared to the 2023 model year.
@@dmitchellhomes If there are some really compelling options and "surprises" on the 2024 model I just can't live without; I can just trade it in.
When I think that for the same price you get a very very bad Tesla! Amazing car, way to go Cadi!
Wow wireless charging! Great job General Motors!
Fine looking machine. Great review 👏
I'm here for the numbers. Will this be the new face of Cadillac? Is the Escalade going to have to evolve with these regulations? And most importantly, is this the baby Escalade we didnt know we needed?
Highly informative as well as entertaining. It seems I'll have to LIVE a couple of more years to get in line to buy one.😊
My body is ready
Thank you for noticing caddy has gone mid century modern inside I noticed it with the Escalade and surprised no one else has really mentioned it. Interesting design direction with modern tech.
Wow this is a very impressive looking car!!
I don’t think there is a modern GM product that looks better than this vehicle. Home run design inside and out.
it will burst into flames or half the electronics won't work lol
I’m not sure if Sandy covered this or not, but you can move controls like the glove box button to the main screen on the shortcut menu that’s always present on the screen shown at 15:48.
This is the only lyriq I will watch. Thanks Tom nice one as usual
Not disappointed and sort of expected to be. It is NOT “Cadillacky”, much better. Getting in line. Thank You, Tom!!!!
John?
OOOPS, so sorry, Tom! THIS was the review I was waiting for, btw.
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Cadillac has been reborn every 5 years for the last 30 years to be honest. This one seems like the best 'reborn' yet
Another fun fact. The traditional "driver's set up" we experience in every car we drive, was pioneered by Cadillac (I think in the mid 1920s). When you get in any car, the steering wheel is in front, and to accelerate the "gas pedal" is the right pedal. The brake pedal is to the left of that. The clutch pedal (if equipped with manual transmission) is to the left of the brake. The shifter is also to the right (floor mounted, console mounted or column mounted). Cadillac was the first one to have what we would today consider a normal configuration and every brand followed that design later. If you are unsure what I mean, go watch a video how you drive a Model T. It's not like driving any other car. It's likely that if you had one, no one could steal it since no one would know how to drive it. Manufacturers all went with the Cadillac design so you could easily drive any vehicle since they are operate in a similar manner.
This is true. Also, the enclosed weathertight cabin. And auto climate control
@@DrivenCarReviews Yes, and what you said was bang on. If this was just a Chevy with a fancy grill, it would have been shameful. Kudos to GM to make something special here, and it seems like they really nailed it. It's easy to make an awesome $200,000 EV, but to make something great that is more attainable is a challenge, and it looks like they hit out of the park.
This is the EV lux car to beat for 2023.
Would love to hear Henrys opinion of the interior on his Model 3 if hes complaining about this Lyriqs dash
Very impressed with the ui and how fast it is. GM was smart to go to Google for the whole software setup
Great video and impressive vehicle. I agree that the only odd design choice is the exterior door handles. They seem to add a lot of unnecessary complexity and even weight. The Lyriq price/value equation is fantastic. Let’s see what the 2024 model year brings. Hopefully, GM can ramp up production to meet demand, and dealers don’t price gouge.
I think "They seem to add a lot of unnecessary complexity and even weight." might be incorrect. I have worked on a lot of car doors -- from back in the day when windows cranked to 2020's. Electrification of door functions has reduced door mass and allows for design updates and ease of installation, that could only be dreamed of in the mechanical days. Not to mention the improvements in aerodynamics by smoothing the handles. Tesla has conventional door handles, that are pulled in at speed. Talk about complex! Door handles are just one of the hundred things Tesla changed that were nearly insignificant individually -- but added up to a big improvement in aerodynamics. Cadillac is going through the same process I think, but one upping Tesla with a door that can be opened with your hands full. I love this design feature.
Is this the same platform that acura is also using for their all new electric car?
I know it's a little thing, but why does the charge door open with a lurch and flop? Why not smooth? The little things matter when you want to be the top dog. Also just put a release on the glove box!
Look again, you'll see the whole compartment move when the button is pushed - that's not a good sign either.
Currently own a Cadillac (ICE) and enjoy it. However, there is an aspect that I loathe: Cadillac dealerships. I reside in Southern California, thereby having a wider selection of dealerships, but they all are incompetent and out of touch on one level or another. My wife and I love the Lyriq, but until GM does something with their dealerships to meet today’s needs, and gets rid of the ones that have simply been around far too long…well…until then we are currently considering others brands. Too bad.
This actually seems to be a WAY better buy than the Tesla Model Y, especially the long range model. This car is better priced, has more storage, seems to have better fit, finish, and quality, but just doesn't have the acceleration figures which get old after awhile.
AWD will be significantly faster than the rear drive models.
I'm surprised at the price. Looks way more expensive than it is. Way to go Cadillac.
The problem is they won’t build enough and dealers are gonna demand $20K markup on it.
@@jml9550 Exactly, extremely limited supply for the foreseeable future means massive dealer markups for the foreseeable future.
@@igeekone yep, we went to check out the Mercedes EQS 450+ 6 months ago and the dealer wants $30K markup. Ioniq 5 and EV6 markups range from $5-6K as of today. This is the SF Bay Area. Pure insanity and I don’t need an EV that bad.
@@jml9550 Again, this ain’t Hyundai, KIA, nor Mercedes-Benz. Cadillac has already sold plenty of Lyriqs with dealerships charging MSRP. There are plenty of dealerships in the U.S. selling at and around the suggested retail price.
@@mybro727 sure, not in the SF Bay Area though. Every EV and hybrid in stock commands $2-6K markup.
I love it, but I also can't wait to see what Honda/Acura does with this platform.
@@titaniumspecial4207 You do know they will be using this platform to build at least two vehicles.
What an honest and non-biased review lol
This machine is a gem.
Is this a ground up EV or adapted from an ice chassis ?
I hope the upcoming XT5 will have this lovely interior
Yes, it really needs an upgrade.
Just received a Lyriq waited a year but was worth the wait, had a Tesla model X, and the Lyriq handles better than my Tesla, I am really impressed
Is this a rear or AWD model?
Battery chemistry is quite the mouthful.
I liked the collab with Mr Payne 💪
I like the look. Great presentation guys.
Wow, AWESOME AND COMPREHENSIVE review Tom!! Very well done!!
I’m getting the Lyriq. I don’t know whether to trade in, or self-sell, or keep my 2014 ELR which is just like yours (although mine is red). We take several long road trips (5k miles round-trip) and having to find charging on some of our trips is not possible (Mexico, Alaska) where the ELR can shine compared to the Lyriq. Fortunately we have a Volt that can sub for the ELR on those trips where I would love to take the Lyriq but can’t. I don’t even mind longer charge times but just not as long as required for 110v.
Best review of the lyric on TH-cam
As an ELR owner as well, looking forward to the upcoming sedan version soon!
Great detailed review
Sweet! Somehow my analytics show old people's reactions to new/old people cars.
Was it as quiet in the back seat as well?
The only issue I noticed after watching the reviews is a total lack of a front end bumper. I doubt this car will not be severely damaged (several thousand dollars in damage) after a five MPH collision with another car or rigid object. Lots of electronics buried into that front end.
mindblowing gamechanging!
Is the light sequence at the beginning of the video going to be on the production Lyriq?
That is the production Lyriq
Thanks for the review, Tom, learned more about the Lyriq in this one review than all the others put together. I love the look, inside and out, and the value is definitely there. I am having trouble putting a deposit on a vehicle I haven't been able to see and drive in person, and for a "way in the future" date! Like this vehicle a lot, but will probably buy another vehicle I can actually drive before purchase. Too old-fashioned I guess!
FYI, by the end of the year, every dealership should have a drivable demo.
Great to know, Tom! The more I see and read about this vehicle the more positive I am feeling.
Do ANY E-SUVs have 40-20-40 folding rear seats?
I had a chance to sit in the Lyriq RWD. It was optioned the same as my preorder: Satin Steel Metallic with white interior. I am absolutely excited for it, but today: December 24th 2022 I've heard NOTHING about my order and I'm still waiting patiently as my trade-in Jeep SRT's value slowly depreciates while the Federal Reserve slowly raises interest rates. The Lyriq, to me is a more refined XT5 built as an EV. GM needs to also make an EV out of the XT6 in order to have a market hit (3rd row to get big sales).
Great review Tom. As others have said, best review of Lyriq and I have read/watched them all. I too had an ELR which I actually liked better than my other car, a Tesla S. I gave it to my ex when we parted...big mistake (giving the ELR). Still one of the prettiest designs on the road.
I am a current Model 3 owner who was thinking about a Y but will sell the model 3 when my ordered 2024 Lyriq arrives. I liked the minimalist interior of the 3 but it is budget rental noisy on the highway and the back seats aren't comfortable. At what Tesla is currently charging for the Y the Lyriq is a no brainer.
Re: electric sports car from GM, I also have a reservation for the hybrid C8 Corvette and GM has hinted that the full EV version may come sooner than we think. The EV hate on the Corvette forum is hysterical (literally).
I've seen a couple of C8 Corvettes and sorry, but although they no doubt perform very well they look like boy racer pseudo supercars. Similar layout cars like the Audi A8 don't. (I know, the Corvette is significantly cheaper but the looks have nothing to do with that.) Face it, a big (or entire) reason someone buys a car like that is to look cool, and to me the C8 makes you look the opposite.
@emjayay. Perhaps you buy a car to look cool but I couldn't care less what you or anyone else thinks about my ride. I buy cars to drive and I'll be seeing you in the rear view mirror of my "pseudo supercar".
Btw I think you mean Audi R8 and not the A8 sedan.
I'm also curious as to why you must have moonroof. Why is Cadillac (and others) only offering some type of glass roof?
The back of this looks like the front of an escape pod. Where ya going with that design?
It could get by on looks alone.....and I reserved one. It doesn't lead in too many categories like speed of charging, but it is a great first effort for a BEV from Caddy and priced well below the luxury competition. I'm a little concerned about the lack of a front bumper. I'm very pleased with my 2013 Volt, so I'm confident that GM can build a fine EV. I might even flip it! Is $95k too much do ask for a 500 HP AWD elec-trick Caddy?
Listen to Henry on Autoline, always interesting a petrolhead and EV enthusiast. Looking forward to seeing a sedan version of a Caddie EV.
0:35 no more ice cars?.... what does that mean?
Internal Combustion Engine
@@DrivenCarReviews oh!! I get it. Sorry Tom, didnt click for me
Pre-ordered
Amazing Job, Cadillac. Futuristic styling, beautiful interior with high-quality materials, and innovation. This is great for Cadillac, a brand that’s been struggling for decades. The LYRIQ is the beginning of a new era for Cadillac.
This is the lowest end trim of the Cadillac LYRIQ. There will be more trims coming soon, which will be more expensive and similar to the concept.
The front and rear-end light show belong in Las Vegas. Which, if you think about it, is kind of Cadillac's happy place. But it's priced aggressively, made with good materials and offers good specs and performance. If the marque survives it should do well. Still not sure about the longevity of pouch cells, though; they swell and shrink during charge/recharge, and all that movement inside the battery containment structure can create issues with abrasion, leakage, and wiring. Tesla's hard cells seem to last pretty well. Will the Lyriq's? Time will tell.
Stunning car!! Cadi did a wonderful job with the Lyriq. My next car is the Chev Equinox EV, to join my Volt, which I love.
This was a great review. I watch a lot of car reviews and I enjoyed yours so much I immediately subscribed. The Lyriq looks nice though it is a little too big for my taste. I think people would be insane to buy the currently available RWD model instead of waiting for the AWD model to come out in 2023. The AWD will be more powerful and from what I understand, only cost an additional $2K.
I prefer the RWD. Don’t need 500hp with faster battery consumption.
Good video Tom!! I liked the dueling reviewing! Was cool to have a 2nd opinion!
Thanks Tom, great review. I may be the only person who thinks the styling of the Lyriq is fussy and over-blown but I am pleased to see Cadillac trying harder.The Hyundai Ioniq 6 is a much cleaner look. I found the Lyriq lighting show kind of embarrassing- more geared to 12 year old boys than owners. But they must have researched what many owners want. I also agree that having to delve into a menu to open a glove box is off-putting. It's going to take ages for it to come to Auckland NZ in right-hand-drive version . I watch all your podcasts anyway & i too used to live in Duluth MN!.
I am 80......Highly experienced and believe it to be exceptional.............Paul
The Hyundai isn't really a competitor for this car; it's a $40,000 low end EV.
Americans have no need to buy foreign cars when the US owned manufacturers are producing gems like this .
Europeans have no need to buy Cadillacs when they produce these ugly cars ;-)
Almost every EV has yet to figure out how to style a subtle 'grille' area.
The newest Model S I think does a great job. The original Model S was not good.
Often it’s because they either want to make a frunk, so they need a high hood, or they aren’t very good at integrating and packaging all the drivetrain parts. If they want a minimalist front end, maybe they should not look at their own cars, but at the early 1950s Studebakers for their low and thin front end styling inspiration.
Curious to see how that front end grille holds up on highways with flying rocks and pebbles everywhere.
Cadillac all the way!!
so you got a slower EV, slower charging, less cargo capacity, no frunk, compared to the competition for a higher price (especially given dealership mark up!)
Absolutely gorgeous! This has become my new favorite practical EV on the market.
This is so cool. Wish we could get it in the U.K.
There's talk of bringing it in a few years
Another amazing review from Tom 🐱
Great Review! Thanks!