2024 CADILLAC LYRIQ ROAD TRIP FROM TULSA TO DALLAS CHARGING PROBLEM SLOW

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The reviewer embarks on a road trip from Tulsa to Dallas in a 2024 Cadillac Lyriq, encountering significant charging issues. While praising the vehicle's comfort and build quality, the primary criticism centers on its poor efficiency and slow charging speeds, particularly at lower states of charge. The reviewer notes that the Lyriq struggles to achieve its advertised range, estimating a realistic highway range of around 200-225 miles, significantly less than the 300+ mile rating, exacerbated by large 22-inch wheels. Charging sessions were disappointing, with speeds dropping rapidly below 40% state of charge, reaching as low as 50-70 kW, a stark contrast to a positive experience on a Tesla Supercharger. This performance leads the reviewer to conclude that the Lyriq is not a suitable road trip vehicle in its current state, suggesting frequent, short charging stops or alternative vehicles for longer journeys.