Head-to-head
Mercedes EQA vs Cadillac Lyriq
The Mercedes EQA starts $4,200 (5%) below the Cadillac Lyriq. Here's how that price gap plays out across range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
Mercedes EQA
Mercedes-Benz's electric small SUV sits on the GLA platform and shares its body silhouette. The 5-star ANCAP rating is inherited from the B-Class tested in 2019, which is worth knowing — the result is dated under newer protocols.
- From
- $85,800
- Range
- 426 km
- Battery
- 70 kWh
Option B · SUV
Cadillac Lyriq
Cadillac's Australian return — the Lyriq is GM's first dedicated electric SUV, built in China for global markets and Tennessee for North America. Offered direct-to-consumer (not via traditional dealers).
- From
- $90,000
- Range
- 530 km
- Battery
- 102 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Mercedes EQA and Cadillac Lyriq, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Cadillac Lyriq
The Cadillac Lyriq goes 104 km further on a charge (530 vs 426 km WLTP).
- 2
Battery · advantage Cadillac Lyriq
The Cadillac Lyriq carries a 32.0 kWh larger battery (102 vs 70 kWh).
- 3
DC charging · advantage Cadillac Lyriq
The Cadillac Lyriq accepts 90 kW more DC peak charging (190 vs 100 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 4
Power · advantage Cadillac Lyriq
The Cadillac Lyriq puts down 132 kW more (272 vs 140 kW).
- 5
0–100 km/h · advantage Cadillac Lyriq
The Cadillac Lyriq is 2.6 s quicker to 100 km/h (6 s vs 8.6 s).
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Mercedes EQA wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $4,200
Where the Cadillac Lyriq wins
- ▸ 104 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (6s vs 8.6s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (190 kW vs 100 kW)
Mercedes EQA
What we like
- ✓ Premium Mercedes cabin materials
- ✓ Long battery warranty (8 years / 160,000 km)
- ✓ Established dealer network across Australia
What we don't
- ✕ DC charging peak (100 kW) lags the segment
- ✕ Inherited ANCAP rating from older B-Class testing
- ✕ Modest boot for an SUV at this price
Cadillac Lyriq
What we like
- ✓ Distinctive American luxury cabin
- ✓ Strong 530 km WLTP range
- ✓ Direct-to-consumer sales model
What we don't
- ✕ Limited service centres in Australia
- ✕ No ANCAP rating yet
- ✕ Brand still rebuilding presence in AU
Frequently asked: Mercedes EQA vs Cadillac Lyriq
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Mercedes EQA or the Cadillac Lyriq?
- The Mercedes EQA is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $85,800 versus $90,000 for the Cadillac Lyriq, a $4,200 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Cadillac Lyriq has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 530 km, 104 km further than the Mercedes EQA's 426 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Cadillac Lyriq accepts a peak DC charging rate of 190 kW versus 100 kW for the Mercedes EQA. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The Cadillac Lyriq does 0–100 km/h in 6.0 seconds — 2.6 s quicker than the Mercedes EQA's 8.6 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Is the Mercedes EQA better value than the Cadillac Lyriq?
- On paper the Mercedes EQA is $4,200 cheaper, but trails the Cadillac Lyriq on the core measurable specs. The saving might still be worth it if you don't need the extra range, power or charging speed — but the Cadillac Lyriq is the spec-sheet winner.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Mercedes EQA
if…
- ✓ you want to save $4,200 on the sticker
- ✓ you match the profile: premium-brand buyers
Choose the
Cadillac Lyriq
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (104 km further per charge)
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you want quicker acceleration off the line
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.