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At the Guangzhou Auto Show at the end of last year, Cadillac's new pure electric SUVLYRIQ has opened pre-sale. In the following six months, the market has been hit with blockbuster new cars, and the previously eye-catching LYRIQ has been gradually forgotten. Just a few days ago, it was officially announced that LYRIQ's pre-production vehicles had rolled off the production line, and customer-facing deliveries were just around the corner.
Looking back at LYRIQ today, in the pure electric market that is gradually rolling in, this car still has many distinctive highlights. For small partners who consider electric vehicles, it is also a choice worth considering.
Today, before the LYRIQ is officially launched and delivered, let's talk about this car and see how competitive it is among the high-end electric and fuel models.
Cadillac LYRIQ
What kind of car is it?
LYRIQ is based on the new pure electric platform of Cadillac - Ultium to create, and the current Cadillac, and even the General Motors Group's fuel vehicles, electric vehicles are not directly related, worried that it is a friend of the identity of oil to electricity, you can rest assured.
LYRIQ is positioned as a medium and large SUV, the current LYRIQ is in the pre-sale state, the official only released a configuration version for the time being, pre-priced at 439,700, for a single motor rear-drive layout. However, in the future, other configuration versions (including dual-motor four-wheel drive version) will be gradually supplemented, and today based on the existing information, we will only analyze the late-wheel drive long-endurance deluxe version that has been pre-sold.
Size & space
Anyone who has seen the LYRIQ real car on the spot has a unified feeling: big. Due to the obvious style of the coupe SUV, this pure electric SUV is difficult to feel its volume from the picture, but if you compare the size parameters, you will find that it is a medium and large SUV without compromise.
The LYRIQ has a wheelbase of 3094mm, which is significantly more than the NIO ES8, BMW iX, Audi e-tron and other medium- and large-class pure electric SUVs, even compared with the large SUV Ideal L9, its wheelbase is only 6mm shorter.
The 5003mm body length is slightly inferior to the NIO ES8 with three rows of seats. But it's also a bit longer than the iX and e-tron, which also have 2+3 seating layouts. In terms of width, the LYRIQ has a width of 1977mm, which is also ahead of most models in its class.
For the above new energy models, if you are not familiar with it, then in the fuel vehicle, whether it is the domestic BMW X5 that has been greatly lengthened, or the Lincoln Aviator whose body is relatively large, as well as the Infiniti QX60 that was recently listed, LYRIQ In addition to the body height is obviously shorter, other aspects are basically in the same size as these cars.
However, although the size is in place, it is still a model based on a pure electric platform, and the LYRIQ does not bring more space than expected:
Cadillac LYRIQ
Domestic BMW X5 long-axis version
Obviously, the rear space of the LYRIQ does not look more spacious than the extended BMW X5, and considering the head space that has been compressed because of the slipback design, the overall riding space of this car may only be similar to the imported standard shaft X5, and some medium-sized SUVs with larger space in China.
This shows that although LYRIQ is large enough, the overall orientation does not focus too much on spatial performance. The tradition of American cars not paying attention to space utilization has been brought from fuel vehicles to electric vehicles.
Power & endurance
As mentioned above, LYRIQ has only released a single-motor rear-drive version at the moment, which means that its power performance will not be particularly prominent, and the official 0-100km/h acceleration performance is 6.9 seconds. It is excellent in fuel models, but for pure electric with hundreds of thousands of prices, it is quite mediocre:
The similar price of the Nio ES8, the whole series is a dual-motor four-wheel drive layout, 0-100km/h only 4.9 seconds. The most entry-level power version of the BMW iX can also break the hundred in 6.1 seconds. The ideal L9 with range extender power can also achieve 5.3 seconds to break the hundred performance.
In contrast, the dynamic performance of the LYRIQ is somewhat incompatible with its shape. However, although the single-motor layout sacrifices performance, the endurance will always take back the advantage. LYRIQ has an endurance of 650 kilometers under CLTC conditions, which is 200 kilometers more than the same price point WEILAI ES8. Compared with its long-endurance version, there are also obvious advantages.
Of course, the service life of the WEIO ES8 adopts the STANDARD of NEDC, which is slightly more solid than the CLTC condition, but overall, LYRIQ's advantage in endurance is still obvious.
As for the iX and e-tron, in addition to the price point far exceeding LYRIQ, the endurance performance of the entry-level version is more than 100 kilometers behind LYRIQ. The long-endurance version of the iX has a range of only 15 kilometers more than LYRIQ, and the price is almost twice that of LYRIQ.
Therefore, if the comparison model is limited to the luxury brand pure electric model, whether it is at the same price or compared with the higher price model, the mileage of LYRIQ is currently relatively excellent. However, in the case of the temporary lack of dual motor version, the power performance is more general.
Of course, if it is compared with the same level of fuel vehicles, the 0-100km/h performance of LYRIQ is exactly the same as the 2.0T version of the domestic BMW X5. Compared to the Volvo XC90's 2.0T starter version, there are also certain advantages. For everyday driving, the LYRIQ's dynamic performance is certainly sufficient.
Knowing the size, class and power specifications, we have a basic idea of the positioning of the LYRIQ. As the first model of cadillac's pure electric platform, LYRIQ's more important selling point is reflected in its unique shape, design and product characteristics.
Exterior & Interior
LYRIQ appearance and interior pictures, I believe many small partners have seen a lot, here we will not elaborate, focus on the main features of this car.
The most eye-catching thing about the appearance of the LYRIQ is its lighting system, first at the front of the car, we have a hard time finding out where its headlights are at a glance. This is because Cadillac is equipped with the industry's thinnest headlight assembly, and the vertical LED light sets on both sides are its near and far lights. The widening function of lighting is realized by arranging different angles, which is the first feature of the LYRIQ lighting system.
The shield logo can also emit light
The second feature is the lighting system throughout the entire front face, in addition to the daily running lights, the large area of the grille in the middle, although there is no function of intake, but to achieve the aesthetic effect, called the black golden light flare grille. It can be linked with all light groups, including far and near lights and daytime lights, to display a complex light show when the vehicle is unlocked.
In addition, in the rear part of the car, LYRIQ retains Cadillac's iconic vertical taillights, but has been greatly evolved compared to the fuel model, and with the light strip extending above to the C-pillar, it can also show a dazzling light show. In terms of the showmanship of the lighting system, this car is no less than the current series of new car-making forces.
On the side of the body, it mainly shows a strong sporty atmosphere, although positioning medium and large SUVs, but the height of 1637mm, even lower than many compact SUVs. With a length of more than 5 meters, the sides appear even lower and slender.
It is worth mentioning that although LYRIQ retains the shape of the door handle, it has actually eliminated the traditional door handle design. The way to open the door is to click the position behind the "door handle" and the door will pop open a few centimeters, which is an attempt by LYRIQ to change the habits of using the car.
As for the car, the central control layout of LYRIQ is more conventional, and it is still the classic shape of the "double screen" that we are familiar with. But what makes it special is that this screen is not connected by two screens, but a complete curved screen.
Although the size reaches 33 inches, this screen of LYRIQ is no longer prominent in terms of area. Its highlights are the quality of the screen: 9K resolution, 271ppi, 10bit color depth, maximum brightness of 850 nits, and 1 billion colors.
The significance of the above parameters, pay attention to the digital small partners at a glance, in short, in the quality of the central control screen, LYRIQ has been the current benchmark in the industry, the overall quality and comparable to the level of iPad Pro.
How much such an excellent screen means to a car is a matter of opinion. But what is certain is that when you see this screen on the spot, you can obviously feel its fineness compared to other models, and at the same time, with the various situation modes in the car, it can indeed play a pleasing effect.
In terms of materials, in addition to the large area of leather wrapping throughout the car, the LYRIQ door uses a relatively high-grade white bolt wood, and the atmosphere light is formed by laser hollow carving, and the effect is brilliant.
In addition, there is no particularly noteworthy innovative highlight in the LYRIQ cockpit, but in terms of retaining traditional habits, its central control screen still retains a row of commonly used physical buttons, which should be an advantage for many people.
In terms of functional configuration, there is currently only one configuration of LYRIQ, which basically has everything. In particular, the in-car audio system is an AKG sound composed of 19 speakers, with a power of 1400W, which is comparable to the highly acclaimed Borgward Sound specifications on the Volvo XC90.
LYRIQ's headrests also incorporate speakers
The above is the basic performance of all aspects of Cadillac LYRIQ, such a car, pre-sale of 439,700, in the end is not expensive? To answer this question, we still have to compare it with its competitors in the market.
Pre-sale 43.97 million LYRIQ
Is it worth it?
In terms of branding and pricing, the BMW iX3 with a price of 399,990-439,900 and the Mercedes-Benz EQC with a price of 49.98-57.98 million can be regarded as the more direct opponents of LYRIQ. However, the sales of these two models after the listing are dismal, and they are both medium-sized SUVs from "oil to electricity", regardless of model level or technical level, and LYRIQ do not have much comparison significance.
Excluding the "oil to electricity" model, the pure electric SUV that really has a strong competitive relationship with LYRIQ is basically only the Weilai ES8. For a more comprehensive analysis of LYRIQ's price/performance ratio, you can compare Audi's e-tron and BMW iX together.
The price threshold is low
Long endurance
The version of NIO ES8 with similar battery life and LYRIQ starts at 513,400. BMW iX endurance and LYRIQ are close, but the price is as high as 846,900. As for the Audi e-tron, not only does it have an endurance of about 500 kilometers, but it is quite different from LYRIQ, and the starting price is still as high as 669,800.
Therefore, from the perspective of battery life, LYRIQ is more cost-effective than these competitors.
In terms of specific functional configurations, the LYRIQ lacks four-wheel steering compared to bmw iX, and the air suspension and dual motor four-wheel drive are missing compared to 3 competitors, which is its current shortcoming in high-end configuration.
However, according to official information, in the future, LYRIQ will also launch a dual motor and a version equipped with air suspension, but the price situation is not yet known.
The starter configuration is already high
In terms of conventional configuration, the long-endurance deluxe version pre-sold by LYRIQ has been equipped with an L2+ level driver assistance system that can automatically change lanes. The electric trunk, steering wheel heating, seat heating, ventilation, massage and multi-layer acoustic glass are also available.
It is worth mentioning that the 100kWh version of weilai ES8 is equipped with adaptive cruise, L2 level driving assistance and other functions until the version close to the top of the 600,000 yuan or more, and the low-end version needs to spend tens of thousands of yuan to choose.
Compared with the iX and Audi e-tron, which are much higher in price, LYRIQ has advantages in terms of steering wheel heating, seat ventilation, high-quality audio, multi-layer soundproof glass and so on.
On the whole, Cadillac LYRIQ is more sincere in terms of endurance and overall functional configuration. In terms of cost performance, Cadillac's car can be said to be full of sincerity.
Outstanding LYRIQ for the price.com
Who is it for?
Seeing this, we can basically determine that the advantages of LYRIQ are reflected in the battery life, configuration, price, and high-tech and sporty styling design. As for the shortcomings of the product level, the most prominent thing may be that it is a medium-sized pure electric SUV, but it only has the space for a medium-sized SUV.
Overall, in terms of cost performance, LYRIQ is definitely one of the most worthwhile pure electric SUVs for 400,000 yuan. If your demand for space is not particularly high, and you are very interested in the positioning and design of LYRIQ, then this car is basically the same price point without a rival existence.
However, in addition to the product level, Cadillac, as a traditional second-tier luxury brand, has no obvious advantage in the pure electric market with a price of more than 400,000 yuan. The BBA is rapidly laying out electric vehicles, and new forces such as Weilai and Ideal have also established a preliminary brand image. And Cadillac is still a latecomer and catch-up in this market.
Seeing this, what do you think of this car? If you are a potential customer of an electric car with a budget of more than 400,000 yuan, will you consider this car?