Cadillac, the luxury arm of General Motors, is set to electrify its performance lineup with the upcoming 2026 Lyriq-V, the first all-electric vehicle to wear the prestigious V-Series badge. This move signifies a significant shift for the brand, as it embraces the future of electric mobility while staying true to its performance heritage.
While General Motors is streamlining its conventional lineup by discontinuing models like the Chevrolet Camaro and Malibu, it’s simultaneously investing in exciting new vehicles. The upcoming C8 Corvette ZR1 hypercar, with its mind-boggling power and speed, is a testament to the automaker’s commitment to performance.
Cadillac, in particular, has experienced a resurgence in recent years, with strong sales for its CT4 and CT5 sedans, including their high-performance V-Series and Blackwing variants. The brand’s SUV lineup, which includes the iconic Escalade and the new electric Lyriq, is also thriving.
The introduction of the Lyriq-V marks the beginning of a new era for Cadillac, with the potential for additional V-Series electrified models, such as an Escalade-V IQ, Optiq-V, Vistiq-V, or even a Celestiq-V. As Cadillac continues to push the boundaries of electric performance, the future looks bright for the luxury brand.
Cadillac is set to introduce the Lyriq-V, a high-performance electric vehicle, in early 2025. This new model aims to raise the V-Series sub-brand’s performance standards to new heights. General Motors plans to offer the Lyriq-V in selected regions worldwide, including both left- and right-hand drive markets like the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
Additional markets are expected to follow, potentially including the Middle East. Cadillac’s Vice President, John Roth, expressed enthusiasm for the Lyriq-V, stating that it embodies the brand’s core values of luxury, performance, and innovation. This new addition further strengthens Cadillac’s portfolio.
As the V-Series celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2024, the brand is committed to delivering exceptional performance, instantaneous acceleration, competitive range, and standard all-wheel drive in its electric vehicles.
Considering the Chevrolet Blazer EV SS, the most powerful vehicle in GM’s lineup within the Lyriq’s segment, with 557 horsepower, it’s reasonable to expect the Lyriq-V to offer at least a similar level of power, especially given the standard AWD Lyriq’s 500 horsepower output.
