2023 Cadillac LYRIQ vs. BMW iX

If you’re looking to leave gasoline power behind and give your Minot Air Force Base commute a serious upgrade, Ryan Cadillac Minot is here to help! We offer a wide variety of luxury Cadillac vehicles in all shapes and sizes, including the fully-electric Cadillac LYRIQ. The LYRIQ is a compact SUV with two rows of seats for up to five passengers, an impressive electric range, and near-instantaneous acceleration thanks to a powerhouse motor. It’s an excellent choice for any driver, but how does it stack up to other popular electric SUVs like the new BMW iX? If you’re on the fence about deciding between the Cadillac LYRIQ or BMW iX, compare EVs with the help of the guide below! Then, head to our inventory to see what we have available. 

Cadillac LYRIQ vs. BMW iX: Pricing & Trims

Price is often the first thing that drivers consider when shopping for a new ride – not to mention a major deciding factor – so it’s a good place to start our guide. Right off the bat, you’ll see that the Cadillac LYRIQ is significantly more affordable than its BMW counterpart. In fact, the Cadillac LYRIQ costs over $20,000 less than the entry-level BMW iX! Compare prices below:

Cadillac LYRIQ Trim

• MSRP from $61,795

BMW iX Trims

• xDrive50: MSRP from $84,195
• M60: MSRP from $109,895

Cadillac LYRIQ vs. BMW iX: Performance

Now let’s take a look at what you’ll get under the hood of these two fully-electric SUVs. As with anything, there are some important trade-offs to consider for performance. While it’s true that the BMW iX has the edge when it comes to horsepower and torque, the Cadillac LYRIQ gamely keeps up considering it costs so much less! Not only that, but the Cadillac LYRIQ has a similar electric range and gets much better mileage in the city, meaning that you can go longer distances between charges if you mostly drive around Stanley. Here are all the relevant specs for both models:

Cadillac LYRIQ Performance Specs

• 102.5-kWH battery
• 312 miles of range
• Up to 500 horsepower
• Up to 450 lb-ft of torque
• 97 MPGe city / 82 MPGe highway

BMW iX Performance Specs

• 105.2-kWh battery
• 274-324 miles of range
• Up to 610 horsepower
• Up to 749 lb-ft of torque
• 86 MPGe city / 87 MPGe highway

Find Your Next EV at Ryan Cadillac Minot!

Now that we’ve had a chance to compare EVs on paper, you might be interested in seeing how the Cadillac LYRIQ handles on the road for yourself! To set up a test drive around the Bottineau area, just contact our office and we’ll get you behind the wheel in no time. You can also contact us with any questions, or check out our blog to learn more about the other vehicles in our current lineup.