Cadillac, speaking of this brand, many people's first impression is American luxury, and after domestic production, Cadillac has become the most cost-effective luxury brand representative in China with "the only true back-end of the same level". With the advancement of the electrification process, major car brands have launched their own pure electric models, but Cadillac has not moved, as if it is holding back some big move.
Just when people were gradually beginning to feel disappointed in Cadillac, LYRIQ appeared, a medium-sized SUV based on General Motors' new Aoteneng electric platform, and after coming to China, it also had a poetic name - Ruige.
(The above manufacturer guidance price only represents the price on June 9, 2022, if there is any change, please refer to the official website)
LYRIQ officially announced the price on June 6, and launched a total of 3 configuration models, with the official price range of 439,700-479,700 yuan. The length of the car of more than 5 meters and the wheelbase of nearly 3.1 meters make it already come to the top of the "food chain" of the medium and large SUV, even if the BMW iX, which costs more than 800,000 yuan, is in front of it, the aura of LYRIQ Ruige is not afraid at all, coupled with the ultra-long endurance and rich interior configuration, this car can be said to be full of highlights. So which of the 3 models launched this time is the most suitable? This issue of the Car Buying Guide gives you the answer.
First, a brief description of the model
From the outside, the front face of cadillac LYRIQ is very futuristic, and the closed grille draws on cadillac's classic shield elements, and integrates 58 LED light strips and a lightable Cadillac brand LOGO inside, which is quite outstanding at night. The vehicle's headlights are located in the air intake areas on both sides, and the daytime running lights and grilles are integrated, which has the charm of a starship that has traveled through time and space.
In the rear part of the car, the taillights of LYRIQ Ruige adopt an "L" design, and the ends extend from the sides of the body to the entire rear, which is very recognizable. At the same time, the reargate of the vehicle can also be opened like a hatchback model, and the opening is large enough to plug a mountain bike. In terms of size, the new car has a length, width and height of 5003mm/1977mm/1637mm, and the wheelbase has reached 3094mm.
In addition, fashionable configurations such as actively closed grilles, hidden door handles, and inductive trunks are not absent on the LYRIQ, ensuring the coordination of practicality and aesthetics. As for the vehicle's charging interface, it is located under the nameplate of the front fender, which is opened in a very unique way, further enhancing the technological atmosphere of the vehicle.
In the rim section, Cadillac offers three different styles, of which the 20-inch double six-spoke alloy wheels are standard for the rear-drive long-endurance version (second from the left), while the four-wheel drive high-performance version is equipped with a 20-inch sports black rim (first from the left). In addition, the official also provided the same specifications of obsidian blade insert wheels (the first one on the right) for the three models as an optional solution, and the optional cost was 1500 yuan.
In terms of body color matching, Cadillac LYRIQ also provides 7 sets of poetic color schemes, namely Sky Grey, Starry Sky Grey, Deep Space Rhyme Black, Aurora Dark Blue, Luminous Moon White, Twilight Rain Azure and Sunrise Crimson. Among them, the three new colors of Luminous Moon White, Twilight Rain Azure and Sunrise Crimson are exclusive to LYRIQ models, which can be selected for a fee in any one of the configuration models, and the cost is 6,000 yuan.
In terms of interior design, the biggest attraction of the new car is that it is equipped with a 33-inch ring curtain super retina screen, the resolution of the screen is as high as 8960 * 1320 pixels, the unit pixel density is 271PPI, reaching the level of 9K, and the display effect is very delicate. At the same time, the car is also equipped with Qualcomm flagship 8155 chip, the built-in system integrates most of the current mainstream car functions, which is very helpful for daily driving. In the details of the treatment, Cadillac LYRIQ Ruige will also reinterpret the word exquisite, touch-type multi-function buttons, crystal electronic shift knobs, hollow wood grain trim and other luxurious elements can be seen everywhere, sitting in the car is a visual enjoyment.
In terms of power, Cadillac LYRIQ offers two power versions, of which the rear-drive long-endurance version models all adopt a rear-mounted single motor layout, the maximum power of the motor is 255 kW (347 hp), the peak torque is 440 Nm, and the time required for 0-100 km/h acceleration is 6.35 seconds; the four-wheel drive high-performance version adopts the front and rear dual motor layout, the system has a combined maximum power of 375 kW (510 hp), the peak torque is 710 Nm, 0-100 km/ hThe time required for acceleration is only 4.9 seconds.
In terms of battery and endurance, both power versions match the ternary lithium battery with a capacity of 95.7 kWh, of which the rear-drive long-end version of the CLTC has a range of 653 kilometers, the four-wheel drive high-performance version of the CLTC has a range of 600 kilometers, and the battery takes only 40 minutes to charge from 20% to 80% of the power.
Second, the model configuration highlights and recommendations
In terms of configuration, Cadillac LYRIQ Ruige shows us full sincerity, open the configuration table, you will see the dense standard configuration, if you do not look at the car name, you will even think that this is the configuration level of a self-owned brand top model. As an entry-level version, the LYRIQ rear-drive long-endurance version of the model is not only equipped with a wealth of comfort configurations, but even the SuperCruise driver assistance system is also the standard of the whole series, and it is most appropriate to describe it as entry-level luxury, which is the core reason why this article will take it as a recommended model.
Third, the difference between the recommended model configuration analysis
It is not difficult to see through the comparison of configurations that the safety auxiliary configuration and comfort configuration of the recommended models are very rich. Compared with the recommended model, the price of the rear-drive long-endurance premium version is 20,000 yuan higher, but it only adds leather seats, rear seat heating and rear independent air conditioning, which does not help much in practicality, so it is not recommended that you choose this version.
As for the top four-wheel drive high-performance premium version configuration level is consistent with the rear-drive long-endurance premium version, but the version uses the front and rear dual motors four-wheel drive drive mode, so the performance will be more powerful, if you pursue the ultimate speed, then the four-wheel drive high-performance premium version is also worth considering. However, due to architectural reasons, the four-wheel drive high-performance premium version cancels the front compartment, which everyone needs to pay attention to when buying a car.
In summary, the overall configuration level of the three models launched by Cadillac LYRIQ is not much different, and the safety auxiliary configuration and technology configuration of the whole series of models are consistent, so from the perspective of cost performance, the rear-drive long-endurance deluxe version is more recommended and can be given priority when purchasing.