Cadillac Optiq vs Tesla Model Y

Overview

Specification Cadillac Optiq Tesla Model Y
Brand Cadillac Tesla
Model Optiq Model Y
Year 2026 2026
Type Ev Ev
Body Style Crossover Compact Crossover SUV

Pricing

Specification Cadillac Optiq Tesla Model Y
Current Price $54,000 $47,990 – $48,990
MSRP $54,000 $48,990
Dealer Price $52,200 $47,990

Engine & Performance

Specification Cadillac Optiq Tesla Model Y
Engine Dual-Motor Electric AWD Dual Motor AWD
Horsepower 440 hp (315 hp Single-Motor RWD / 519 hp V-Series) 384 hp (est.)
Torque 498 lb-ft (332 lb-ft RWD / 650 lb-ft V-Series) Instant electric torque
0–60 mph 4.8 sec (0-60 mph AWD / 3.5 sec V-Series) 4.6 sec (0-60 mph)
Top Speed 125 mph 135 mph

Fuel Economy

Specification Cadillac Optiq Tesla Model Y
Fuel Type Electric Electric
Mileage / MPG 105 MPGe combined (117 City / 93 Hwy) 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.)
Range (EV) 280 miles EPA (AWD) / up to 300 miles (RWD) 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.)
Emissions 0 g/mi 0 g/mi
Battery 85.0 kWh Ultium Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.)
Charging 150 kW DC Fast Charging (10-80% in ~30 min) 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3)

Ratings

Specification Cadillac Optiq Tesla Model Y
Expert Rating 4.6/10 4.7/10
Community Reviews 850 2240
Performance Score 9.0 9.0
Comfort Score 9.2 8.7
Safety Score Cadillac Smart System Suite 9.1
Fuel Economy Score 8.8 9.5
Technology Score 9.8 9.5
Value Score 9.1 9.0

Verdict

Specification Cadillac Optiq Tesla Model Y
Pros Best-in-class standard 33-inch curved 9K LED display with native Google built-in; Standard Super Cruise hands-free drive... Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci...
Cons No front trunk (frunk) storage area; Max 150 kW DC fast charging speed is slower than 800V competitors; Apple CarPlay an... Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b...