Cadillac’s new Lyriq battery EV model, a new-generation premium SUV, will be released in Japan on March 8, 2025.

Cadillac will begin selling its new electric SUV model, the Lyriq, in Japan on March 8, 2025. The price will be 11 million yen. This model was created as a flagship model to lead the brand’s new generation, and is attracting attention as an electric SUV equipped with the latest EV system.

Information on the new Cadillac Lyric

Distinctive features of the new Lyriq

The new Lyric adopts an advanced SUV style and is equipped with various features to improve comfort, such as a large 33-inch display. The model introduced in Japan is a newly developed right-hand drive model and is compatible with the CHAdeMO charging system. While delivering a high output of 522ps, the large-capacity 95.7kWh battery ensures a cruising range of 510km.

Cadillac’s new Lyric: sophisticated exterior design

The exterior features a new design that symbolizes the new generation of the brand. A large grille is placed at the front, and daytime running lights are placed on the sides, emphasizing the car’s width. Lights are placed inside the emblem and grille, enhancing the impression of modernity.

The body style is a sleek coupe SUV, and the lower part of the rear body is blacked out to create a light and agile design. Large 21-inch wheels are used at the feet, and the charging port is placed inside the front fender, improving the sense of unity with the body design.

Wide and low body size

The body size is 4995mm in length, 1985mm in width, 1640mm in height, 3085mm in wheelbase, and 2650kg in weight. It is positioned between the high-end SUVs “XT6” and “XT5.” The wheelbase has been extended thanks to the latest platform, efficiently ensuring a spacious interior.

Cadillac’s new Lyric interior design is packed with cutting-edge technology

The interior has been upgraded with the latest equipment. A large 33-inch display is located in front of the driver’s seat, providing the driver with a wide range of information in beautiful, ultra-high definition.

The interior is equipped with ambient lighting that can be selected from 126 colors, including on the door panels and footwells. A 19-speaker AKG audio system is used, with emphasis placed on comfort and efficiency in cold climates. Other features include a wiper heater that melts ice quickly, allowing the wipers to be used, a heat pump system that utilizes excess heat from the battery system to warm the interior, and seat heaters.

The new LYRIQ employs a newly developed road noise cancellation system that uses more microphones and accelerometers than previous systems. The new system also cancels tire cavity noise frequencies, making electric vehicles quieter.

The roof is equipped with a glass roof with an electric sunshade, which boasts class-leading spaciousness, enhancing the feeling of openness. The luggage space with an electric tailgate is 793 liters under normal conditions, and can be increased to a maximum of 1,722 liters by folding down the rear seats.

Cadillac’s new Lyric with the latest safety features

The new Lyriq is equipped with the brand’s latest safety systems, which utilise advanced radar, camera and ultrasonic sensor technology to detect and monitor surrounding traffic.

Working in conjunction with driver assistance systems such as adaptive cruise control and lane keep assist, it helps reduce the risk of accidents in all situations.The rear camera mirror supports zoom and brightness adjustment, improving visibility and field of view.

The vehicle warning system, which alerts pedestrians and cyclists of approaching vehicles when traveling at speeds below 20 km/h, delivers a unique, rich, and pleasant warning sound that is rich with human resonance. The sound combines a long tone designed to resonate emotionally with the perfect fifth and the sound of the ancient Australian instrument, the didgeridoo. Combined with the Side Bicycle Alert, a first for Cadillac, the system also ensures safety for those around you.

Cadillac’s new Lyric: New powertrain and range

The new LYRIQ is equipped with a next-generation electric vehicle powertrain. The system’s combined maximum output from two motors, front and rear, is 384kW (approximately 522PS) and maximum torque is 610Nm. The battery is a newly developed “Ultium” system, which uses 70% less rare earth materials, such as cobalt.

By incorporating the battery electronics directly into the module, the wiring of the battery pack has been reduced by 90%, increasing efficiency. With a maximum battery capacity of 95.7 kWh, the AWD model introduced in Japan has a driving range of 510 km.

The front-to-rear weight distribution is also ideal at 50:50, and the car is equipped with four drive modes (Tour, Sport, Snow/Ice, My Mode). The regenerative braking allows for one-pedal driving, where you can accelerate and stop using only the accelerator pedal, and the braking strength can be selected from three levels. Regenerative braking can also be controlled using the steering paddles, all the way to a complete stop.

The high-performance overseas model “Lyric-V”

Overseas, Cadillac has announced the Lyriq-V, a model in the company’s high-performance V series. The Lyriq-V boasts an increased powertrain output of 624 hp, achieving high performance with a 0-96 km/h acceleration time of 3.3 seconds.

It is equipped with launch control and “V mode” that allows customization of vehicle settings, and the brakes are equipped with a Brembo brake system with 390mm discs that are 71mm larger than the standard model, allowing for stable, high driving performance.

Cadillac Lyric price and release date

The Japanese price for the new Lyriq has been set at 11 million yen, which is close to the 10.8 million yen price of the high-end SUV “XT6” equipped with an internal combustion engine, and is significantly lower than the flagship SUV “Escalade” which starts at 16.4 million yen.

Orders for the new Lyriq began in the US in September 2021 and were released in May 2022. In Japan, a newly produced right-hand drive version will be introduced, announced on March 7, 2025, and released on March 8.

Cadillac plans to demonstrate the brand’s cutting-edge capabilities by introducing a new electric SUV to the Japanese market.

A word from the editorial department

Cadillac’s long-awaited electric SUV “LYRIQ” is finally being introduced to the Japanese market. Its advanced design and cutting-edge technology truly signal the dawn of a new era for Cadillac.

Attention to detail in the interior, including a large 33-inch display and ambient lighting with a choice of 126 colors, will provide a special experience for all passengers.

With a high output of 522ps and a cruising range of 510km, it delivers performance that is perfect for any occasion, from everyday use to long drives.

The price of 11 million yen is by no means cheap, but the editorial team is convinced that Lyric is worth the price.

The LYRIQ is more than just a means of transportation; it is a vehicle that offers the joy of ownership, the fun of driving, and a sense of anticipation for the future.

Cadillac New Lyric

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