The range-topping Optiq has 283 hp and a CLTC range of 373 miles
- Cadillac has revealed powertrain and equipment details for the Chinese-spec Optiq.
- The model will be offered with two different batteries, which offer up to 373 miles of range.
- The entry-level crossover comes nicely equipped with heated leather seats and a 33-inch curved display.
Following a preview last year, Cadillac has unveiled the Optiq in China. It will slot beneath the Lyriq and become the brand’s entry-level electric crossover.
While the design isn’t much of a surprise at this point, the Optiq has a black crystal grille with 114 integrated lights. These work together with the turn signals and headlights to display a choreographed lighting sequence just like its big brother.
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Putting the lights aside, the crossover comes nicely equipped with rain-sensing wipers, flush-mounted door handles, and a panoramic glass roof. They’re joined by a power liftgate, while the range-topping variant adds a black roof.
In terms of size, the model measures 189.8 inches (4,822 mm) long, 75.3 inches (1,912 mm) wide, and 64.7 inches (1,644 mm) tall with a wheelbase that spans 116.3 inches (2,954 mm). This means the model is nearly 7 inches (178 mm) shorter than the Lyriq and has 5.5 inches (140 mm) less between the wheels.
The interior follows in the footsteps of its larger counterpart and features a 33-inch curved display. Buyers will also find a heated leather steering wheel as well as heated and ventilated leather front seats. Other highlights include a dual-zone automatic climate control system, a 126 color ambient lighting system, and an AKG audio system. They’re joined by a wireless smartphone charger and a digital rearview mirror.
Two different powertrains are available and the standard range variant has a 68.4 kWh battery pack, which provides 333 miles (536 km) of range in the CLTC cycle. The battery powers a front-mounted motor producing 241 hp (180 kW / 245 PS) and 243 lb-ft (330 Nm) of torque. This enables the crossover to accelerate from 0-62 mph (0-100 km/h) in 7 seconds and hit a top speed of 112 mph (180 km/h).
Chinese consumers can also opt for a long-range variant, which has a larger 79.7 kWh battery pack that provides 373 miles (600 km) of range. Besides having a bigger battery, this variant has a dual-motor all-wheel drive system producing 283 hp (211 kW / 287 PS) and 343 lb-ft (465 Nm) of torque. Thanks to the extra power and traction, the dash to 62 mph (100 km/h) takes less than six seconds.
When it comes time to charge, Cadillac said a fast charger can take the battery from 20% to 80% in as little as 33 minutes. At home, a 7.2 kW charger can fully replenish the standard range variant in 10.8 hours while the long-range variant takes 12.8 hours.
Buyers will find a host of standard driver assistance systems including adaptive cruise control, lane centering, and forward collision warning. They’re joined by automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring, traffic sign recognition, and OnStar. The range-topping variant goes even further as it has Super Cruise as well as a head-up display.
Pricing starts at ¥239,700 ($33,110) and climbs to ¥269,700 ($37,254) for the long-range variant.