MME vs. Cadillac Lyriq

[LincolnLuvr]

Is anyone else considering the Lyriq? I think it has a number of advantages over the MME. Better interior, more advanced SuperCruise, touchscreen interface still has buttons (the lack of buttons on the MME touchscreen drives me crazy).

Pricing and range are similar to the MME, although reliability is still a question mark as it's a first year car. Also no frunk and questionable rear styling (this is subjective).

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[generaltso]

The Lyriq seems pretty good for the price. But there is no AWD option at launch.

 

[LincolnLuvr]

The Lyriq seems pretty good for the price. But there is no AWD option at launch.

True, but I think I'd prefer a longer range RWD version to a shorter range, more powerful AWD version.

 

[emersonsdad]

The first time I saw it, I said oooooh out loud. I like it.

 

[Oldbutalive]

The AWD is set for early next year. Can be ordered now. The Range NOT ANNOUNCED! Plus the recharge

REAR-WHEEL DRIVE
From: $62,990*
Initial Deliveries Expected: Fall 2022
KEY DISTINCTIONS

• 312 miles EPA-est. range with a full charge*
• 19.2 kW AC Charging* enables up to 52 mi/hr
• Cadillac-estimated 340 horsepower* and 325 lb.-ft. of torque*
• Hands-free power liftgate
• Rear Camera Mirror* with washer

ALL-WHEEL DRIVE
From: $64,990*
Initial Deliveries Expected: Early 2023
KEY DISTINCTIONS

• Range estimates pending*
• 11.5 kW AC Charging* enables up to 37 mi/hr
• Cadillac-estimated 500 horsepower.* Torque values pending.
• Power liftgate
• Inside auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Trailering prep package and towing capacity up to 3,500 lbs.*

Have ordered waiting to see if my dealer marks up the list.
My MME dealer did not!!!!!!!!

 

[AndyR]

The RWD Lyric starts at $62k, so I wouldn't say they are priced the same. It's 20% more...

 

[DogNPony]

And no shot at a $7500 Federal Tax Credit.
You definitely will lose on net cost.

 

[LincolnLuvr]

And no shot at a $7500 Federal Tax Credit.
You definitely will lose on net cost.

Good point about the lack of tax credit!

 

[PalsyWalsy]

We will be looking at that one for our second car when we are ready to get rid of our 300H. Want the AWD version and likely get it in late 2023 maybe 2024 (of course after actually driving it, seeing the interior space, layout, etc).

 

[Maquis]

I wonder why the smaller charger in the AWD?

 

[voxel]

I wonder why the smaller charger in the AWD?

Supposedly doesn't fit. 19 kW (L2) charger is insane though.

 

[SWO]

Is anyone else considering the Lyriq? I think it has a number of advantages over the MME. Better interior, more advanced SuperCruise, touchscreen interface still has buttons (the lack of buttons on the MME touchscreen drives me crazy).

Pricing and range are similar to the MME, although reliability is still a question mark as it's a first year car. Also no frunk and questionable rear styling (this is subjective).

My FIL is a long-time Cadillac owner and was excited about the Lyriq. Two things made him get the MachE instead:

1. No AWD at launch - this made him balk at pre-ordering. Cadillac really messed up here. I think they went RWD only at launch to keep the price and complexity down, but RWD-only is a showstopper for some folks.

2. He took a ride in our MachE.

 

[voxel]

The RWD zips along from 0 to 60 in about 6.35 seconds. 315+ mile range with a 100 kWh battery.

It compares to the Genesis GV60 EV IMO.

I spoke to two Cadillac dealers about the Lyriq. They offered to order it with a small deposit and sell it at MSRP which I doubt will be possible with the Genesis.

SuperCruise will NOT be enabled at launch - much like BlueCruise on the MME. It will be patched at a later date. I feel they are rushing it out like the Mach-E

 

[AZBill]

SuperCruise will NOT be enabled at launch - much like BlueCruise on the MME. It will be patched at a later date. I feel they are rushing it out like the Mach-E

I doubt that is true, Hummer was released with SuperCruise.

 

[voxel]

I doubt that is true, Hummer was released with SuperCruise.

It's in the Q&A pdf they sent to dealers + potential orderers.