Cadillac may have started production of the Lyriq electric SUV and confirmed the Celestiq electric sedan as a part of its EV roadmap, but that won’t be the end. Automotive News reported on March 12, 2022, that the brand showed a picture of a new and upcoming Cadillac electric crossover to dealers during a conference.
In 2021, the American brand trademarked names like Vistiq, Ascendiq, Lumistiq, and Optiq—the terminology with the letters ‘IQ’ indicative of electric propulsion. It’s easy to guess that the Cadillac electric crossover will take one of the aforementioned names. However, there’s no confirmation from the brand on the same.
Cadillac electric crossover specifications
The Cadillac electric crossover is reportedly similar in size to the Cadillac XT4, which measures 181.1 inches in length and has 109.4 inches of wheelbase. The electric crossover may have a longer wheelbase thanks to the omission of an ICE-powered engine—the EV powertrain would allow a cab-forward stance, eliminate the transmission tunnel and create more cabin room.
Ultium-based
It’s also possible for the Cadillac EV to be the premium cousin to the Chevrolet Blazer EV, which has been confirmed for launch in the United States in spring 2023. The Blazer EV is expected to have at least 300 miles of range (unofficial estimate), and the same can be expected from the Cadillac EV, which would enjoy a premium positioning.
Details are scarce as of this moment about the upcoming Cadillac electric crossover’s powertrain. However, we can safely assume that it will be based on GM’s latest BEV3 architecture and powered by the group’s Ultium propulsion systems. Expect specifications to be lower than the Lyriq, whose powertrain produces 340 hp and 325 lb-ft.
American dealers positively reacted to the small Cadillac electric crossover, which will be positioned below the Lyriq SUV. It will not be the EV replacement for the XT4 and will be sold alongside the similarly sized ICE-powered SUV.
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