LYRIQ EV KILLS COMBUSTION FOR CADILLAC, GENESIS G80 SURPRISES AND MERCEDES EQB 7-SEATER

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The Cadillac Lyriq's production debut marks a significant shift for the brand, signaling the end of internal combustion engines by 2030, five years ahead of GM's overall target. Priced competitively at $59,990, it undercuts rivals like the Jaguar I-PACE and Audi e-tron, while offering a claimed 300 miles of range. However, for now, it will only be available in rear-wheel drive, with all-wheel drive and a performance variant expected later. The design, while polarizing for some, has been refined from the concept, and the interior offers practicality with seating for five and improved cupholder count. Charging speed is a strong point, with a peak rate of 190 kW, capable of adding 195 miles in 30 minutes. Despite its promising specifications and aggressive pricing, the panel expressed skepticism about its sales volume and dealer adoption, suggesting it may appeal more to existing Cadillac loyalists than to conquest buyers. The brand's aggressive timeline for electrification and dealer buyouts were also points of discussion.