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Cadillac Explains Why The Lyriq EV Doesn’t Have A Frunk

Frunks have become commonplace on many electric vehicles. Not all of them, though, as EVs like the VW ID.4 and Cadillac Lyriq don’t have one. Now, Cadillac has provided a reason why the Lyriq doesn’t have any storage space under the hood.

During a recent interview with Cadillac Society, Lyriq chief engineer Jamie Brewer said the team behind the EV prioritized rear cargo space rather than creating a handful of different cargo areas. According to Brewer, this has allowed the car manufacturer to give the Lyriq the “largest cargo volume in its competitive set.”

“Lyriq is aimed at customers that are looking for a luxury SUV with outstanding styling, ride and handling and seamlessly integrated technology,” Cadillac spokesperson Kate Minter added. “In this instance, we’re looking at vehicles such as the Audi e-tron and the Jaguar I-Pace.”

With the second row in place, the Cadillac Lyriq has 28 cubic-feet of cargo capacity. That is slightly less than the 28.5 cubic-feet offered by the Audi e-tron but more than the 25.3 cubic-feet of the Jaguar I-Pace. The Lyriq has an advantage over both of its rivals with the second-row folded down, providing 60.8 cubic-feet of cargo space compared to the 56.5 of the e-tron and 51 of the I-Pace. The e-tron’s frunk provides an extra 2.12 cubic-feet of space while the I-Pace’s frunk has 0.95 cubic-feet of space.

So, the Lyriq beats the Jag and is slightly behind the Audi. Guess a frunk wouldn’t make much of a difference either way, would it?

2023 Cadillac Lyriq Electric SUV Unveiled In Production Form, Arrives Next Year For Under $60k

Cadillac is transitioning to an electric-only brand and that process is underway as the company has unveiled the 2023 Lyriq.

Previewed by last year’s thinly-veiled concept, the production model is the “culmination of a century of innovation and the beginning of a great new era.”

Cadillac stayed true to the Lyriq Concept

As you can see, the 2023 Lyriq closely echoes the concept as it features a black crystal grille with an illuminated emblem as well as lights that activate in choreographed sequences. The model also has “slim-line” LED headlights and a lightly revised front bumper.

Also Read: 2022 Audi Q4 e-tron Electric SUVs Coming From Under $45k In RWD And AWD Forms

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Moving further back, we can see flush-mounted door handles and conventional side mirrors. While the latter is a change from the concept, the production model retains distinctive taillights which wraparound the side of the vehicle and continue up the rear pillar. The model also comes standard with 20-inch wheels, but 22-inchers will be optional.

The Lyriq measures 196.7 inches (4996 mm) long, 77.8 inches (1977 mm) wide and 63.9 inches (1623 mm) tall with a wheelbase that spans 121.8 inches (3094 mm). This means it’s 1.8 inches (46 mm) shorter than the XT6, but offers a 9.1 inch (231 mm) longer wheelbase.

There’s a 33-inch digital screen inside

Cadillac interiors have left something to be desired, but the 2021 Escalade showed what the company was capable of. The Lyriq builds on that by featuring a cabin worthy of the wreathless crest.

Drivers sit behind an all-new steering wheel and find themselves looking at a freestanding display which spans 33-inches (838 mm). Unlike in the Escalade, this display appears continuous and Cadillac noted it can show over one billion colors.

Elsewhere, we can see a floating center console and slender air vents. The model also has laser etched wood and metal trim as well as a 19-speaker AKG Studio system. Cadillac also said drivers will find digital key technology and a next-generation active noise cancellation system.

Besides featuring an upscale design, the cabin is spacious as there’s 39.6 inches (1006 mm) of rear seat legroom. The model also has a cargo capacity of 28 cubic feet (793 liters), but that can be expanded to 60.8 cubic feet (1723 liters) by folding the rear seats down.

The spec sheet includes a 340hp electric motor, over 300 miles range

At launch, the Lyriq will feature a 100 kWh lithium-ion battery pack and a rear-mounted electric motor that produces an estimated 340 hp (254 kW / 345 PS) and 325 lb-ft (440 Nm) of torque. Cadillac didn’t say how fast the crossover will be, but noted it should be able to travel more than 300 miles (483 km) on a single charge.

When it comes time to recharge, owners will be thankful for the Lyriq’s 190 kW DC fast charging capability. It enables the crossover to get up to 76 miles (122 km) of range in 10 minutes and up to 195 miles (314 km) in 30 minutes.

However, most charging is done at home and this is where a 19.2 kW charging module shines as it can deliver up to 52 miles (84 km) of range per hour. Owners can also use a 11.5 kW charger and this delivers approximately 31 miles (50 km) of range per hour. With a 120V outlet, that drops to 3.5 miles (5.6 km) per hour.

RWD only for now, but AWD versions will follow

While the Lyriq will be rear-wheel drive only at launch, Cadillac officials confirmed additional variants are on the horizon. They didn’t go into specifics, but said we can expect all-wheel drive and all-wheel drive performance models in the future.

Speaking of performance, the Lyriq will offer one-pedal driving as well as variable Regen on Demand technology. The latter allows drivers to use a pressure-sensitive paddle on the steering wheel to control how quickly the vehicle slows down or comes to a stop. The model will also be offered with the Super Cruise semi-autonomous driving system, which allows for hands-free operation on more than 200,000 miles (321,869 km) of roadway in the United States and Canada.

Prices starting from $59,990, deliveries from next year

Cadillac will begin accepting reservations in September and pricing will begin at $59,990. The Lyriq will be built in Spring Hill, Tennessee and deliveries are slated to begin in the first half of 2022.

It will be followed by an assortment of other electric vehicles as Cadillac is set to phase out internal combustion engines by 2030. While a number of people will be sad to see them go, Cadillac’s next EV will be the Celestiq and it’s certainly something to look forward too.

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Are These Six 2020 Rides Going To Become Future Classics?

Hagerty knows a thing or two about classic cars, so it’s interesting to see which current 2020 models they believe will become future classics.

Unsurprisingly, their so-called Hot List includes a handful of obvious choices. However, it also features models that fly under the radar and a legitimate surprise or two.

Chevrolet Corvette C8

Starting with the most obvious choice, there’s the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette C8. It’s the first mid-engine Corvette ever, it looks great, has a good interior and offers impressive performance.

The latter comes courtesy of a 6.2-liter V8 that produces up to 495 hp (369 kW / 502 PS) and 470 lb-ft (637 Nm) of torque. This enables the model to rocket from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in 2.9 seconds and run the quarter mile in 11.2 seconds.

Besides all that, the 2020 model year C8 will have a relatively limited production run as the model was delayed by the UAW strike and then halted by the coronavirus pandemic.

Ford Mustang Shelby GT500

The second model isn’t much of a surprise either as it’s the 2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500. It’s the ultimate pony car, packing a supercharged 5.2-liter V8 that develops 760 hp (567 kW / 771 PS) and 625 lb-ft (846 Nm) of torque.

That’s more power than the Ford GT and it enables the GT500 to go from 0-100-0 mph (0-161-0 km/h) in just 10.6 seconds. However, it’s slower to 60 mph (96 km) than the Corvette despite costing more and having significantly more power.

Cadillac CT6-V

The third choice is also pretty obvious, but somewhat easy to overlook. We’re talking about the Cadillac CT6-V which features a twin-turbo 5.5-liter V8 that produces 550 hp (410 kW / 558 PS) and 640 lb-ft (867 Nm) of torque.

While the performance specs aren’t mind blowing, the CT6-V had a short and troubled existence. Throw in the fact that only around 800 CT6-Vs were built, and it’s easy to understand why the model is bound to be an future classic.

Polestar 1

Next up is the Polestar 1. It’s a slightly unusual choice, but it makes a lot of sense when you think about it.

Not only is it beautiful and Polestar’s first production model, but the 1 is a limited edition sports car that has a high-tech powertrain. Power is provided by a supercharged and turbocharged 2.0-liter engine as well as two electric motors.

This setup gives the car a combined output of 600 hp (448 kW / 609 PS) and 738 lb-ft (1,000 Nm) of torque. The 34 kWh battery also enables the coupe to travel up to 77 miles (124 km) on electricity alone in the WLTP cycle.

Jeep Gladiator Rubicon

Now here’s a controversial choice we’re not totally convinced will prove to be a future classic. It’s the Jeep Gladiator Rubicon which is cool, but probably not super collectible.

Jeep fans had been clamoring for a pickup for years and things reached a fever pitch following the unveiling of the Gladiator concept in 2005. Their demands were finally answered 15 years later with a production model that features a removable roof and plenty of off-road capability. A future classic though? Only time will tell…

Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP

Hagerty’s final pick is a surprise as it’s not a car at all. Instead, it’s the Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP motorcycle.

As you’ve probably guessed, it’s a high-performance bike which offers “exotic construction, racing-derived aerodynamic innovations and wheelie-popping power.” Speaking of the latter, it has a 1.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 214 hp (160 kW / 217 PS) and 83 lb-ft (112 Nm) of torque.

So what do you think? Lets us know in the comments below.

Dialed Up To 11: Explore The History Of The Almighty Cadillac CTS-V

The Cadillac CTS-V was long one of the most insane performance cars to come out of the U.S. This video traces the evolution of the CTS-V and shows how it morphed from a pretty fast sedan into one with truly frightening levels of performance.

The CTS-V story starts out in 2004 with the introduction of the first-generation model. The car used the same LS6 5.7-liter naturally aspirated V8 as the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 of the day, making it good for 400 hp. It also came fitted from the factory with Brembo brakes and four-piston calipers up front and could hit 60 mph (96 km/h) in a very respectable 4.7 seconds.

In 2006, Cadillac updated the CTS-V with a larger LS2 6.0-liter V8 that also produced 400 hp but enjoyed some added torque and an upgraded rear differential. Three years later, Cadillac went wild with the latest-generation CTS-V and the car was all the better for it.

Gone was the naturally-aspirated V8 and in its place sat a 6.2-liter LSA V8 topped with a 1.9-liter supercharger churning out 556 hp and 551 lb-ft (747 Nm). This same year, the car could be optioned with a six-speed automatic in addition to the six-speed manual gearbox and would hit 60 mph in a claimed 4.1 seconds. In 2011, both Wagon and Coupe variations of the CTS-V were added to the range.

The third and final generation of the CTS-V was introduced in 2016 and came with a new 6.2-liter LT4 V8 with a 1.7-liter supercharger and no less than 640 hp and 630 lb-ft (854 Nm), figures which still exceed modern super sedans like the Mercedes-AMG E63 S and BMW M5 Competition.

While the CTS-V is no more, Cadillac will soon launch a spiritual successor to it in the form of the CT5-V Blackwing, which is expected to produce at least 650 hp.

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