2026 Cadillac VISTIQ: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ is an all-new model and Cadillac's first three-row electric SUV. Its debut is the headline change, placing it between the LYRIQ and Escalade IQ in Cadillac's electric SUV lineup.
About the 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ
1st generation, first year (all-new for 2026)
Cadillac positions the VISTIQ as “luxury for your life,” meaning a family-size electric SUV that mixes everyday usefulness with Escalade-inspired presence, strong acceleration, and a tech-heavy cabin. Its core appeal is simple: three usable rows, Cadillac comfort, and a distinctive American-luxury look in a size that is easier to live with than an Escalade IQ. For most shoppers, it is the brand’s modern three-row EV for school runs, road trips, and daily driving.
Luxury is the everyday comfort-and-tech version, while Sport pairs the same core equipment with black exterior trim and a unique grille. Premium Luxury adds a comfort-focused air suspension, rear-wheel steering and second-row captain's chairs; Platinum combines those upgrades with performance front brakes and exclusive cabin materials.
What changed, by category
2026 Cadillac VISTIQ specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | Dual Electric Motors | Dual Electric Motors | Dual Electric Motors | Dual Electric Motors |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 615 hp | 615 hp | 615 hp | 615 hp |
| Torque | 650 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft | 650 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb | 5000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 80.2 cu-ft | 80.2 cu-ft | 80.2 cu-ft | 80.2 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 30.6 in | 30.6 in | 30.6 in | 30.6 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 305 | 305 | 300 | 300 |
| MPGe Combined | 86 | 86 | 86 | 86 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Night Vision System | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Head-Up Display | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| USB Ports | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Memory Front Seats | ||||
| Remote Start | ||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is 2026 the first year for the Cadillac VISTIQ?
Yes. The 2026 VISTIQ is an all-new model and the first three-row electric SUV from Cadillac, positioned between the LYRIQ and Escalade IQ.
What powertrain does the 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ use?
The 2026 VISTIQ uses a 102-kWh battery, two electric motors and all-wheel drive. The system produces 615 hp and delivers up to 305 miles of EPA-estimated range.
Does the 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ have three rows?
Yes. The 2026 VISTIQ has a three-row cabin with five-zone climate control, and Premium Luxury and Platinum use second-row captain's chairs.
What technology comes standard in the 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ?
Every 2026 VISTIQ has a 33-inch curved display and a 23-speaker audio system. The standard driver-assistance package also includes surround-view cameras and automatic braking features.
How do the 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ trims differ?
Luxury emphasizes everyday comfort and technology, while Sport adds darker exterior trim and a unique grille. Premium Luxury brings air suspension, rear-wheel steering and second-row captain's chairs, and Platinum adds performance front brakes plus exclusive exterior and interior details.