Cadillac unveils the 2026 Lyriq-V for China at Auto China Beijing
2026 Cadillac Lyriq-V debuts in China
Cadillac unveils the 2026 Lyriq-V for China at Auto China Beijing
Cadillac has revealed the 2026 Lyriq-V for the Chinese market in Beijing, bringing its quickest and most tech-focused electric model yet with 595 hp and a 0-100 km/h time of 3.3 seconds.
2026-04-24T16:56:02+03:00
2026-04-24T16:56:02+03:00
2026-04-24T16:56:02+03:00
On April 24, 2026, at the Beijing auto show, Cadillac unveiled its fastest and most technologically advanced electric vehicle for the Chinese market — the 2026 Lyriq-V.The Chinese-spec Lyriq-V gets dual-motor all-wheel drive, with 183 kW on the front axle and 260 kW on the rear, for a combined 595 hp (the U.S.-market version is rated at 615 hp). The crossover is fitted with a new three-component battery from SAIC-GM, and it takes just 3.3 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h, making it the quickest Cadillac in the brand’s history. Peak torque reaches 881 Nm, while claimed range is about 460 km on the EPA cycle.Equipment highlights include:Brembo brakes with massive front calipers,an adaptive suspension with Competition Mode for sharper handling,Cadillac’s Super Cruise system for semi-autonomous driving.Visually, the Chinese Lyriq-V differs from the American version with a less aggressive front bumper, larger mirrors and 21-inch wheels instead of 22-inch items. The body keeps the signature Cadillac look, but with a stronger emphasis on aerodynamics and a premium feel.Inside, the newcomer makes a strong impression with its technology: a huge 33-inch curved display, power-adjustable front-seat cushions, exclusive V-Series graphics and premium trim materials. Nearly all controls are handled via touch panels, while driver and passengers get a high level of comfort and digital integration.
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Cadillac has revealed the 2026 Lyriq-V for the Chinese market in Beijing, bringing its quickest and most tech-focused electric model yet with 595 hp and a 0-100 km/h time of 3.3 seconds.
Michael Powers, Editor
On April 24, 2026, at the Beijing auto show, Cadillac unveiled its fastest and most technologically advanced electric vehicle for the Chinese market — the 2026 Lyriq-V.
The Chinese-spec Lyriq-V gets dual-motor all-wheel drive, with 183 kW on the front axle and 260 kW on the rear, for a combined 595 hp (the U.S.-market version is rated at 615 hp). The crossover is fitted with a new three-component battery from SAIC-GM, and it takes just 3.3 seconds to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h, making it the quickest Cadillac in the brand’s history. Peak torque reaches 881 Nm, while claimed range is about 460 km on the EPA cycle.
an adaptive suspension with Competition Mode for sharper handling,
Cadillac’s Super Cruise system for semi-autonomous driving.
Visually, the Chinese Lyriq-V differs from the American version with a less aggressive front bumper, larger mirrors and 21-inch wheels instead of 22-inch items. The body keeps the signature Cadillac look, but with a stronger emphasis on aerodynamics and a premium feel.
Inside, the newcomer makes a strong impression with its technology: a huge 33-inch curved display, power-adjustable front-seat cushions, exclusive V-Series graphics and premium trim materials. Nearly all controls are handled via touch panels, while driver and passengers get a high level of comfort and digital integration.
