In Australia, Cadillac will extend its electric vehicle (EV) breed with the unveiling of two new models: the 2026 Optiq and Vistiq SUVs. These additions will try to please the two extremes of consumer choice in compact and full-size luxury electric SUVs.
Cadillac Optiq: Compact Luxury EV
The Cadillac Optiq is seen as the entry-level electric SUV for the Cadillac badge, eyeing competitors such as BMW iX3 and Genesis GV60. It has overall dimensions of 4820mm long, 2126mm wide, and 1644mm high, which makes the car bigger than the Tesla Model Y and the BYD Sealion 7.
The Optiq has dual electric motors rated at 224kW and 480Nm, an 85kWh battery, and an estimated 482km range. It fast charges at 150kW, which will put about 130km of range in about ten minutes.
The interior is where the Optiq shines with a grand 33-inch LED 9K display that combines both the digital instrument cluster and infotainment system. Features such as 19 speakers, AKG audio with Dolby Atmos, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, synthetic leather, and a fixed glass roof round off the luxury experience.
Cadillac Vistiq: The Full-Sized Seven-Passenger SUV
Designed for those who appreciate more space, the Cadillac Vistiq offers three-row seating for up to seven passengers. With an impressive 5222mm in length, 2203mm in width, and 1804mm in height, the Vistiq is one of Australia’s biggest electric vehicles and will take on competition such as the Volvo EX90 and the BMW iX.
The Vistiq comes with dual electric motors rated at 458.6kW and 880Nm with a 102kWh battery estimated to achieve a range of about 482km. When employing Velocity Max, it can achieve 0-96km/h in 3.7 seconds.
The interior will also feature a 33-inch curved LED display, an 8.0-inch climate control screen, a 23-speaker AKG Studio Audio system with Dolby Atmos, and five-zone climate control. Safety aid systems in the Vistiq include active blind-spot assist, adaptive cruise control, and night vision based on infrared sensing.
Australian Availability and Pricing
The Optiq and Vistiq are expected to be in Australia in 2026. No official price has yet been issued, but it would be reasonable to estimate the Optiq will carry a starting price of around AUD 100,000 in the affordable luxury EV category. The larger and more capable Vistiq is assumed to command a much higher entry rate, possibly around the AUD 140,000 mark.
Conclusion
The introduction of Electric SUVs under the name of Optiq and Vistiq suggests Cadillac’s commitment to furthering its presence in the Australian market. These models blend luxury, performance, and advanced technologies, addressing an array of consumer preferences in the rapidly evolving domain of electric vehicles.