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Cadillac Optiq vs Volkswagen ID.4

Comparing the 2027 Cadillac Optiq (from $52,695) with the 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 (from $45,095). The Optiq offers 317 miles of range while the ID.4 offers 291 miles.

Quick Take

Cadillac Optiq packs the most punch, while Volkswagen ID.4 plays nicest with your phone.

Cadillac Optiq

2027SUV

Cadillac Optiq

Most Powerful

  • Up to 519 hp
  • Up to 650 lb-ft of torque
  • 0-60 mph as quick as 3.5s
  • 114 mph top speed
Volkswagen ID.4

2025SUV

Volkswagen ID.4

Best Phone Integration

  • Apple CarPlay
  • Android Auto
Price
$52,695 - $69,295
$45,095 - $48,995
Range
278-317 miles
263-291 miles
Horsepower
315-519 hp
282-335 hp
0-60 mph
3.5-5.5 sec
4.8-5.9 sec
Battery Size
85 kWh
77 kWh
Drive Type
RWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
114 mph
100 mph
Towing Capacity
1500 lbs
2200-2700 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"
180.5"
Width
75.3"
72.9"
Height
64.3"
64.6"
Cargo Capacity
57 cu ft
64.2 cu ft

Cadillac Optiq vs Volkswagen ID.4: Which Should You Buy?

The Volkswagen ID.4 starts at $45,095, undercutting the Cadillac Optiq ($52,695) by about $7,500.

In its longest-range configuration the Cadillac Optiq covers up to 317 miles, 26 more than the Volkswagen ID.4's maximum of 291. At a DC fast charger, the Cadillac Optiq goes from 10-80% in about 27 minutes vs 30 for the Volkswagen ID.4.

The Volkswagen ID.4 offers 64.2 cu ft of cargo space vs 57 for the Cadillac Optiq. The Volkswagen ID.4 is also 9 inches shorter than the Cadillac Optiq, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Cadillac Optiq if you want the most power, or the Volkswagen ID.4 if CarPlay and Android Auto are must-haves.

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