“It's such a comfortable car to drive, with many features, yet it still has issues as a new electric car. Sometimes, it makes noises that might affect driving, and the climate control is horrible.”
2023 Cadillac LYRIQ: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The big news for 2023 is the debut of the all-new Cadillac LYRIQ, Cadillac’s first all-electric SUV. It begins the model’s first generation on GM’s Ultium EV platform.
About the 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ
1st generation (2023-present), first model year and launch year.
Cadillac positions LYRIQ as a design-led electric luxury SUV that blends art, technology, and performance without giving up the quiet, smooth feel buyers expect from the brand. OEM messaging leans on dramatic lighting, a huge curved display, premium cabin materials, and a calm, upscale driving experience. Versus many rivals, LYRIQ is less about aggressive speed for its own sake and more about making an EV feel elegant, comfortable, and unmistakably Cadillac.
The reservation-only Debut Edition is a high-content showcase with rear-wheel drive, dramatic exterior lighting, a 33-inch curved display, and massaging front seats. Luxury is the core 2023 model, pairing the same display, glass roof, and 19-speaker AKG audio system with rear- or all-wheel drive.
What changed, by category
Structural
The LYRIQ begins its first generation on GM’s Ultium electric-vehicle platform.
Powertrain
Launch models use a 102-kWh battery and support DC fast charging at up to 190 kW. The 340-hp Debut Edition has rear-wheel drive, while 2023 Luxury models came with rear- or all-wheel drive.
Styling
The launch design features choreographed exterior LED lighting, an illuminated grille and door handles, and a fixed-glass roof with a power shade.
Tech
Launch equipment includes a 33-inch curved LED display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 19-speaker AKG audio system, One-Pedal Driving, and Regen on Demand.
Safety
The Cadillac Smart System includes adaptive cruise control, blind-zone steering assist, and parking and automatic-braking aids.
2023 Cadillac LYRIQ specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Electric Motor / Dual Electric Motors | Electric Motor |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 340–500 hp | 340 hp |
| Torque | 325 lb-ft | 325 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 60.8 cu-ft | |
| Rear Legroom | 39.6 in | |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 307–312 | 312 |
| MPGe Combined | 89 | 89 |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes | ||
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||
| Alarm System | ||
| Anti-Lock Brakes | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Park Assist | ||
| Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Stability Control | ||
| Traction Control | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Heated Mirrors | ||
| Heated Windshield | ||
| LED Headlights | ||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Power Mirrors | ||
| Rear Spoiler | ||
| AM/FM Radio | ||
| Navigation System | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Folding Rear Seat | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||
| Memory Steering Wheel | ||
| Power Locks | ||
| Power Windows | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
| Remote Keyless Entry | ||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | ||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||
Frequently asked questions
Is 2023 the first model year for the Cadillac LYRIQ?
Yes. The 2023 LYRIQ launches the model’s first generation and is Cadillac’s first all-electric SUV.
Which trims make up the 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ lineup?
The 2023 lineup consists of the reservation-only Debut Edition and the Luxury trim. Debut Edition is the high-content launch model, while Luxury is the core retail version.
Does the 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ have all-wheel drive?
Yes, some 2023 Luxury models have all-wheel drive. Luxury models also came with rear-wheel drive, while the Debut Edition uses a 340-hp rear-wheel-drive powertrain.
How quickly can the 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ charge?
The 2023 LYRIQ supports DC fast charging at up to 190 kW. The Debut Edition also has a 19.2-kW onboard charger for compatible AC charging equipment.
What are the standout cabin features in the 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ?
The main cabin highlights are a 33-inch curved LED display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 19-speaker AKG audio system, and heated and ventilated front seats with lumbar massage.
2023 Cadillac LYRIQ Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Cadillac LYRIQ.
4.0
2023 Cadillac LYRIQ
(124 reviews)
“Debut edition. Very modern but has some minor flaws. Need to be patient as kinks are worked out. One of a kind!”
“Excellent car, beautiful inside and out, charging can be difficult, especially on longer trips, the screen software is not smooth or easy.”