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Cadillac Lyriq vs Rivian R2

Comparing the 2027 Cadillac Lyriq (from $61,195) with the 2026 Rivian R2 (from $44,990). The Lyriq offers 326 miles of range while the R2 offers 275 miles.

Quick Take

Cadillac Lyriq plays nicest with your phone, while Rivian R2 hauls the most gear.

Cadillac Lyriq

2027SUV

Cadillac Lyriq

Best Phone Integration

  • Apple CarPlay
  • Android Auto
Rivian R2

2026SUV

Rivian R2

Most Cargo Space

  • 90.1 cu ft cargo capacity
  • Seats 5
  • 185.9" long
  • 115.6" wheelbase
Price
$61,195 - $64,695
$44,990 - $57,990
Range
319-326 miles
275-345 miles
Horsepower
340-515 hp
350-656 hp
0-60 mph
4.6-6 sec
3.6-5.9 sec
Battery Size
102 kWh
87.9 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
118-130 mph
110-130 mph
Towing Capacity
3500 lbs
3500-4400 lbs
DC Fast Charging
40 min (10-80%)
29 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
10 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
196.7"
185.9"
Width
77.8"
78.1"
Height
64.3"
66.9"
Cargo Capacity
60.8 cu ft
90.1 cu ft

Cadillac Lyriq vs Rivian R2: Which Should You Buy?

The Rivian R2 starts at $44,990, undercutting the Cadillac Lyriq ($61,195) by about $16,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Rivian R2 covers up to 345 miles, 19 more than the Cadillac Lyriq's maximum of 326. At a DC fast charger, the Rivian R2 goes from 10-80% in about 29 minutes vs 40 for the Cadillac Lyriq.

The Rivian R2 offers 90.1 cu ft of cargo space vs 60.8 for the Cadillac Lyriq. The Rivian R2 is also 11 inches shorter than the Cadillac Lyriq, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Cadillac Lyriq if CarPlay and Android Auto are must-haves, or the Rivian R2 if cargo space is king.

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