Cadillac Optiq 2025: offered starting at $59,999 in Canada

Cadillac has unveiled the Canadian prices for the 2025 Optiq. With a starting MSRP (Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price) of $59,999, the new entry-level electric SUV from the luxury brand positions itself as a more affordable alternative to existing luxury electric models.

The 2025 Optiq is a brand-new model marking Cadillac’s entry into the compact electric SUV segment. It features a sleek design, with an estimated range of 482 km. Cadillac boasts about its spacious interior and high technology.

The Optiq comes standard with all-wheel drive, powered by an electric motor producing an estimated 300 horsepower and 354 lb-ft of torque. While official performance data is not yet available, quick acceleration can be expected.

The Optiq 2025 will be offered in four versions:

– Luxury 1 4WD – $59,999
– Sport 1 4WD – $59,999
– Luxury 2 4WD – $63,999
– Sport 2 4WD – $63,999

In comparison, the new Chevrolet Equinox EV, the Optiq’s sibling, starts at $48,199.

The prices do not include transportation and preparation fees or applicable government incentives. With these incentives, the entry price of the Optiq becomes even more attractive.

The Optiq competes in the market where the Audi Q4 e-tron, Mercedes-Benz EQB, and Lexus RZ operate. It also aims to attract buyers of traditional luxury compact SUVs looking to switch to electric without compromising too much.

Compared to the Lyriq, Cadillac’s first luxury electric SUV, the Optiq is about $10,000 cheaper, as the Lyriq starts at $69,499.

The Optiq 2025 enriches General Motors’ electric portfolio, which already includes the GMC Hummer EV, Chevrolet Blazer EV and Equinox EV, Silverado EV and GMC Sierra EV trucks, the next generation of the Chevrolet Bolt, and the future electric SUV from Buick.

The Cadillac Optiq 2025 is expected to arrive at dealerships by the end of 2024.