General Motors-owned luxury brand Cadillac has just previewed its upcoming all-electric compact SUV model, Optiq EV, on Friday,
According to the press release, the model is slated to strengthen the brand’s growing EV lineup worldwide as early as next year.
Announcement highlights
Cadillac noted that the new Optiq EV will sit below the Lyriq EV as its new entry-level model in the North American market.
The brand also confirmed plans to formally release the official features and pricing of the electric compact SUV in 2024.
General Motors’ luxury business unit also previewed some photos of the 2025 Cadillac Optiq in Monarch Orange.
“OPTIQ’s spirited driving dynamics are designed to appeal to global luxury customers.”
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What’s currently known about Cadillac Optiq EV?
According to Electrek, China’s MIIT revealed some of the images of the new Optiq EV in August. The report indicated that the model will feature 143 kW front and 68 kW rear electric motors.
In addition, its battery packs will apparently come from CATL and SAIC joint venture in China. It is expected to closely compete with Tesla’s Model Y with its dimensions of 4,822 mm length, 1,912 mm width, and 1,643 mm height.
Electrification target
Cadillac aims to become an all-electric brand by the end of the decade. That said, the launch of the new Optiq EV is a crucial part of its electrification strategy.
For context, Cadillac’s Lyriq EV sales only reached 5,334 units in the first nine months of the year. Nonetheless, it demonstrated a 36% sales growth compared to the same period last year, Teslarati reported.
Cadillac plans to officially start selling the 2025 Cadillac Optiq by 2024 in global markets, which may include North America, Europe, and China. It will offer Cadillac customers with another model that may match their preferences and demand. However, the brand has yet to reveal the official pricing and specs of the model next year.
