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Cadillac Optiq vs Tesla Model Y L

Comparing the 2027 Cadillac Optiq (from $52,695) with the 2026 Tesla Model Y L (from $61,990). The Optiq offers 317 miles of range while the Model Y L offers 325 miles.

Quick Take

Cadillac Optiq is quickest off the line, while Tesla Model Y L hauls the most gear.

Cadillac Optiq

2027SUV

Cadillac Optiq

Quickest 0-60

  • 0-60 mph as quick as 3.5s
  • Up to 519 hp
  • Up to 650 lb-ft of torque
  • 114 mph top speed
Tesla Model Y L

2026SUV

Tesla Model Y L

Most Cargo Space

  • 89 cu ft cargo capacity
  • Seats 6
  • 195.9" long
  • 119.7" wheelbase
Price
$52,695 - $69,295
$61,990
Range
278-317 miles
325 miles
Horsepower
315-519 hp
456 hp
0-60 mph
3.5-5.5 sec
4.4 sec
Battery Size
85 kWh
82 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
AWD
Seats
5
6
Top Speed
114 mph
125 mph
Towing Capacity
1500 lbs
3500 lbs
DC Fast Charging
27 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
8 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
189.8"
195.9"
Width
75.3"
75.6"
Height
64.3"
65.7"
Cargo Capacity
57 cu ft
89 cu ft

Cadillac Optiq vs Tesla Model Y L: Which Should You Buy?

The Cadillac Optiq starts at $52,695, undercutting the Tesla Model Y L ($61,990) by about $9,500.

In its longest-range configuration the Tesla Model Y L covers 325 miles, 8 more than the Cadillac Optiq's maximum of 317. At a DC fast charger, the Cadillac Optiq goes from 10-80% in about 27 minutes vs 30 for the Tesla Model Y L.

The Tesla Model Y L seats 6 to the Cadillac Optiq's 5. The Tesla Model Y L offers 89 cu ft of cargo space vs 57 for the Cadillac Optiq. The Cadillac Optiq is also 6 inches shorter than the Tesla Model Y L, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Cadillac Optiq if you want the quickest acceleration, or the Tesla Model Y L if cargo space is king.

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