The highly anticipated 2025 Cadillac OPTIQ, Cadillac’s smallest all-electric vehicle, has officially entered the spotlight with its pricing and specifications now revealed. Positioned as a luxurious yet compact crossover, the OPTIQ aims to carve a niche in the competitive electric vehicle market.
Sizing Up the Cadillac Electric Lineup
The 2025 OPTIQ is roughly the size of the Cadillac XT4, making it the most compact electric model in Cadillac’s lineup. Here’s how it compares to its electric siblings:
- Cadillac Lyriq: Similar in size to the XT5.
- Cadillac Vistiq: Comparable to the XT6.
- Cadillac Escalade IQ: Matches the size of the traditional Escalade, Cadillac’s largest SUV.
This strategic sizing ensures that the OPTIQ caters to urban drivers seeking luxury in a smaller package without compromising on sophistication.
Pricing Details Across Trims
Cadillac has announced the pricing for the 2025 OPTIQ across four trims, making it accessible for a range of budgets:
- Luxury 1: Starts at $54,390 (203,962 SAR).
- Sport 1: Starts at $54,990 (206,212 SAR).
- Luxury 2: Starts at $56,590 (212,212 SAR).
- Sport 2: Starts at $57,090 (214,087 SAR).
All prices include a standard delivery fee of $1,495 (5,606 SAR), emphasizing transparency in costs.
Power and Performance
Under the hood, the 2025 OPTIQ boasts a dual-motor setup with one motor on each axle, delivering all-wheel drive capabilities. Together, these motors generate 300 horsepower and 480 Nm of torque, ensuring a dynamic driving experience.
The vehicle is equipped with an 85 kWh battery, providing an impressive range of 302 miles (486 km) on a single charge. While official EPA ratings are pending, Cadillac’s figures set high expectations. Additionally, the OPTIQ supports DC fast charging, enabling the car to gain 79 miles (127 km) of range in just 10 minutes. The inclusion of bidirectional charging as a standard feature highlights Cadillac’s forward-thinking approach.
Advanced Safety and Autonomous Features
Safety is a cornerstone of the 2025 OPTIQ, with GM’s Super Cruise technology included across all trims. This semi-autonomous driving system offers a hands-free driving experience, complemented by a suite of standard safety features:
- Forward collision warning with pedestrian and cyclist detection.
- Automatic emergency braking.
- Blind-spot steering assist.
- Rear cross-traffic alert with pedestrian detection.
- Adaptive cruise control.
- Driver attention monitor.
- Rear-seat reminder.
- Road sign recognition.
Additional innovations like “Buckle to Drive” and “Teen Driver” ensure responsible driving habits, making the OPTIQ a family-friendly option.
Luxury Meets Functionality: Exterior and Interior Highlights
The OPTIQ’s exterior design exudes modern elegance. Features like 20-inch wheels, LED headlights and taillights, an illuminated grille, and a panoramic glass roof are standard. Trim-specific distinctions include:
- Sport Trims: Dark chrome exterior accents.
- Luxury Trims: Two-tone polished black wheels.
Inside, the OPTIQ is a sanctuary of comfort and technology. The cabin features synthetic leather upholstery, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and dual-zone automatic climate control. Cadillac’s signature 33-inch curved glass display integrates an instrument cluster and infotainment touchscreen with Google compatibility. A 19-speaker AKG Studio audio system and wireless phone charging round out the high-tech interior.
Upgrading to the Luxury 2 or Sport 2 trims brings additional premium touches, such as:
- Quilted and ventilated front seats with lumbar massage.
- Heated rear seats.
- Ambient lighting.
- Hands-free power liftgate.
- A 360-degree camera system.
- Head-up display.
