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Audi SQ5 vs Cadillac LYRIQ

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2026 Audi SQ5

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2027 Cadillac LYRIQ

Overview

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumCadillac LYRIQLuxury
Selected trimPremiumLuxury
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)electric
Transmission7-speed automated manual1-speed direct drive
Engine typegaselectric
Model year20262027

Pricing & market

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumCadillac LYRIQLuxury
MSRP$65,400$59,400 (best)
Lowest listing price$14,421 (best)$34,416
Median listing price$71,282$62,620 (best)
Highest listing price$82,443 (best)$86,035
For sale now4448 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumCadillac LYRIQLuxury
Combined MPG22 MPG (best)
City MPG19 MPG (best)
Highway MPG26 MPG (best)
Combined MPGe92 MPGe (best)
Electric range326 mi (best)
Battery capacity102 kWh (best)
240V charge time11.2 hr (best)
Fuel tank17.2 gal (best)

Performance

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumCadillac LYRIQLuxury
Horsepower362 hp (best)340 hp
Torque406 lb-ft (best)325 lb-ft
Engine size3 L (best)
CylindersV6

Size & capability

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumCadillac LYRIQLuxury
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume57.1 cu ft60.8 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity4,400 lbs (best)3,500 lbs
Payload1,036 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,431 lbs (best)5,598 lbs
Ground clearance7 in (best)
Wheelbase111 in121.8 in (best)
Length185.7 in196.7 in (best)
Width74.8 in77.8 in (best)
Height65.8 in (best)64.3 in

Safety & recalls

SpecAudi SQ5PremiumCadillac LYRIQLuxury
NHTSA overallNot Rated
Frontal crash (driver)Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side crash (driver)Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)Not Rated
Side poleNot Rated
RolloverNot Rated
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimAudi SQ5Cadillac LYRIQ
1

Premium

$65,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Luxury

$59,400 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premium Plus

$67,300 MSRP

Sport

$59,900 MSRP

3

Prestige

$71,300 MSRP

Premium Luxury

$63,400 MSRP

4

Premium Sport

$63,900 MSRP

5

Signature Luxury

$68,000 MSRP

6

Signature Sport

$68,500 MSRP

7

V

$78,700 MSRP

8

V Premium

$83,900 MSRP

Live inventory

Audi SQ5 vs Cadillac LYRIQ FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2027 Cadillac LYRIQ?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Audi SQ5 vs 2027 Cadillac LYRIQ on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2027 Cadillac LYRIQ?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Cadillac LYRIQ starts lower at $59,400. Live Audi SQ5 listings start at $14,421. Live Cadillac LYRIQ listings start at $34,416.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2027 Cadillac LYRIQ?
The 2027 Cadillac LYRIQ leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (59,400).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2027 Cadillac LYRIQ?
The 2026 Audi SQ5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2027 Cadillac LYRIQ?
The 2027 Cadillac LYRIQ leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (326).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2027 Cadillac LYRIQ?
The 2027 Cadillac LYRIQ leads on horsepower in this comparison (615).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Audi SQ5 or 2027 Cadillac LYRIQ?
The 2026 Audi SQ5 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,400).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 Audi SQ5 vs 2027 Cadillac LYRIQ?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Audi SQ5 (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).