Not much technical information at all – other than I did hear that the 16 – 19.2 kw charger was included in the very, very few “DEBUT” models sold…. Having said that, I’m disappointed in the over half hour long video. IN both my 2019 volt, and my 2022 Bolt EUV (and as was the case in the 2017 Bolt EV I traded in) – you have to do 2 simultaneous things to get the maximum regen, which I use at almost every stop light… It involves putting the car in either ‘low’ or in one-pedal mode, something ‘easy’ to do on all of the above vehicles… This one apparently involves menus and touch screens – so it will *NOT* be easily changeable.Īnd as mentioned by several others – the first thing to be defeated is that tackey light show giving one unneeded, and unwanted attention when getting in the car.īut all GM cars are like that… Hopefully the overall value of the car will be Good… If its GREAT – then so much the better. One question I would have is – how is the MAXIMUM regen accomplished? I’ll have to take a good look at the vehicle – June and July have passed so we’ll have to see how many they ship in August… Mine on order of course (since only the people who got in line in the first ten minutes got the DEBUT) has the same (to me) totally useless thing… The saving grace is the MSRP of the car – ‘SUPPOSEDLY’ is low… Not much technical information at all – other than I did here that the 19.2 kw charger was included in the very, very few “DEBUT” models sold…. Doesn’t make sense to me that either FORD or GM would get rid of a business where this is one of their MAJOR core strengths. If GM truly does get rid of all ICE vehicles people will simply buy them from others.
That is if the latest thing by the Feds get signed. Hopefully this is an “SUV” by the EPA’s definition so that I’ll get a $7500 discount – or rather the dealership will who will then apply it to me. Unfortunately, the MSRP starts at $63k – not $60K…. So then, how does all this work for a gear head like Leno? Hit play to see for yourself: The platform also gives the crossover a flat floor, which enhances the space and design inside the cabin. The Cadillac Lyriq rides on the GM BEV3 platform, which is a modular skateboard-type architecture that provides a wealth of options and configurations, including the ability to add an extra motor up front, as will be the case with all-wheel drive variants of the Cadillac Lyriq. The pair also point out a few of the interesting features, such as the touch-sensitive charge port and doors, as well as some hidden easter eggs, such as the merlettes embossed in the side of the dash. Joining Leno is Cadillac Program Engineering Manager Bryan Stewart, who provides important background information and specs as Leno goes over the crossover, front to back. At around $60,000, the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq is relatively affordable for a luxury crossover, especially for something in the EV category. Output is rated at 340 horsepower and 325 pound-feet of torque, while range-per-charge is around 300 miles.Īll impressive specs, no doubt, but Leno seems particularly impressed by the price point.
Taking center stage in Jay Leno’s garage, the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq features a single GM Ultium electric motor and rear-wheel drive, with a 100.4 kWh GM Ultium lithium-ion battery pack providing the juice. “I’ve always been a fan of the brand,” Leno states. With that in mind, the importance of the brand’s first all-electric production vehicle isn’t lost on him. The question is – does the new EV crossover have what it takes to satisfy the internal-combustion faithful? Now, we’re watching as world-famous ICE-devotee Jay Leno gives his review of the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq Debut Edition.Īs expected, Leno has a long list of gasoline-powered Caddy models in his collection, including examples from 1918, 1925, and a 1957 as well. The 2023 Cadillac Lyriq is an important vehicle, ushering in a brand-new all-electric era for the luxury marque.