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Cadillac Optiq vs Volvo C40 Recharge

Comparing the 2027 Cadillac Optiq (from $52,695) with the 2025 Volvo C40 Recharge (from $54,895). The Optiq offers 317 miles of range while the C40 Recharge offers 297 miles.

Quick Take

Cadillac Optiq is quickest off the line, while Volvo C40 Recharge plays nicest with your phone.

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
Volvo C40 Recharge

2025SUV

Volvo C40 Recharge

Best Phone Integration

  • Apple CarPlay
Price
$52,695 - $69,295
$54,895 - $56,645
Range
278-317 miles
257-297 miles
Horsepower
315-519 hp
248-402 hp
0-60 mph
3.5-5.5 sec
4.6-6.9 sec
Battery Size
85 kWh
82 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
114 mph
112 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
2000 lbs
DC Fast Charging
27 min (10-80%)
28 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
8 hrs (0-100%)
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
189.8"
174.8"
Width
75.3"
75.2"
Height
64.3"
62.8"
Cargo Capacity
57 cu ft
49 cu ft

Cadillac Optiq vs Volvo C40 Recharge: Which Should You Buy?

The Cadillac Optiq starts at $52,695, undercutting the Volvo C40 Recharge ($54,895) by about $2,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Cadillac Optiq covers up to 317 miles, 20 more than the Volvo C40 Recharge's maximum of 297. At a DC fast charger, the Cadillac Optiq goes from 10-80% in about 27 minutes vs 28 for the Volvo C40 Recharge.

The Cadillac Optiq offers 57 cu ft of cargo space vs 49 for the Volvo C40 Recharge. The Volvo C40 Recharge is also 15 inches shorter than the Cadillac Optiq, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Cadillac Optiq if you want the quickest acceleration, or the Volvo C40 Recharge if CarPlay and Android Auto are must-haves.

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