Cadillac vs. Tesla
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Cadillac and Tesla contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Cadillac and Tesla cars.
When comparing the Cadillac brand to the Tesla brand, Cadillac has the advantage in the area of variety of models offered. Tesla has the advantage in the areas of depreciation, horsepower, fuel efficiency, towing capacity and retained value.
Cadillac versus Tesla: Pricing and Value: Tesla models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
Cadillac versus Tesla: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Tesla vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. Tesla offers a longer driving range in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. Tesla offers a greater towing capacity in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
Cadillac versus Tesla: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Tesla shows higher ratings for retained value in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
Available Body Styles: Cadillac offers 8 SUVs and 4 sedans. In comparison, Tesla offers 2 SUVs and 2 sedans.
Drivetrain Options: Cadillac offers 11 gasoline vehicles, 2 diesels, and 1 electric vehicle. Tesla offers 5 electric vehicles.
Cadillac offers 7 all-wheel-drive models, 3 front-wheel-drive models, and 7 rear-wheel-drive models. Tesla offers 5 all-wheel-drive models and 2 rear-wheel-drive models.
New Car Pricing
EVs
Cadillac LYRIQ
$58,588 - $79,784
New Car Pricing
EVs
Tesla Model X
Not Yet Available
Used Car Pricing
EVs
Cadillac LYRIQ
$48,317 - $74,019
Used Car Pricing
EVs
Tesla Model X
Not Yet Available
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
EVs
Cadillac LYRIQ
69.4%
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
EVs
Tesla Model X
55.2%
Horsepower / Torque
EVs
Cadillac LYRIQ
340 hp / 325 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
EVs
Tesla Model X
670 hp
MPG (city/highway/combined)
MPG (city/highway/combined)
EV Range
Cadillac LYRIQ
314 miles
EV Range
Tesla Model X
335 miles
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
EVs
Cadillac LYRIQ
Not available
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
EVs
Tesla Model X
8.4 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
EVs
Cadillac LYRIQ
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
EVs
Tesla Model X
8.1 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
EVs
Cadillac LYRIQ
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
EVs
Tesla Model X
10 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
EVs
Cadillac LYRIQ
6.2 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
EVs
Tesla Model X
7.1 / 10
