2025 Cadillac Optiq Priced to Please Entry-Level Luxury EV Buyers

Cadillac today announced Canadian pricing for the all-new 2025 Optiq, the brand’s fourth EV following the Lyriq midsize crossover, Escalade IQ full-size SUV and Celestiq ultra-premium sedan.

Customers are now able to place an order with their local dealership for the smaller Optiq, which will enter production this fall and land in driveways beginning in late 2024 or early 2025.

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Four models are available as follows:

• Luxury 1 AWD starting at $59,999 (all-in: $63,298)
• Sport 1 AWD starting at $59,999 (all-in: $63,298)
• Luxury 2 AWD starting at $63,999 (all-in: $67,298)
• Sport 2 AWD starting at $63,999 (all-in: $67,298)

Freight, PDI, dealer and other fees amount to $3,299.

All Optiq models will qualify for the federal EV rebate of $5,000 plus provincial incentives where applicable, including up to $7,000 in Quebec.  

Small But Mighty

The small, wagon-like crossover (whose wheelbase is about 6 inches or 15 centimetres shorter than the Lyriq’s) rides on GM’s Ultium platform and features a dual-motor system that generates 300 horsepower and 354 lb-ft of torque. Energy is supplied by an 89kWh battery, and drivers can expect to travel up to 482 km with a full charge, Cadillac claims. Ten minutes of DC charging (150 kW) will give you back 112 km of range.

Regenerative braking can be adjusted via a paddle of the steering wheel. One-pedal driving is possible. Additionally, there are four different drive modes to choose from including Tour, Sport, Snow/Ice and My Mode. The last one allows drivers to customize the various settings separately. Super Cruise hands-free driving technology is available, too.

Inside, the Optiq features a 33-inch-diagonal curved display with Google built-in, plus a 19-speaker AKG premium audio system that will certainly please music lovers.

Oh, and remember, if you think the new Cadillac Optiq is still a bit too expensive, Chevrolet will happily sell you an Equinox EV.