Yahoo News 2026 Cadillac Vistiq Starts at $78,790 and Has 300 Miles of Range
Cadillac revealed pricing and specs for the 2026 Vistiq, the brand's newest three-row electric SUV, which starts at $78,790.
Situated between the Lyriq and Escalade IQ, the Vistiq will come with standard all-wheel drive and a GM-estimated range of 300 miles.
The Vistiq will be limited to three trims at launch: Luxury, Sport, and Premium Luxury; a top-of-the-line Platinum trim will arrive later.
As Cadillac continues its efforts to rise to the top of the luxury market once again, the brand is packing its portfolio with electric SUVs. The newest addition to Cadillac's growing catalog of EV crossovers is the Vistiq, a three-row SUV sized to replace the gas-powered XT6.
Handsome Design Features
As far as three-row SUVs go, the Vistiq is quite the looker. It shares the same upright and in-your-face look as the larger Escalade IQ, including the iconic Cadillac shield on the grille. The visual similarities continue at the rear, where the Vistiq copies the Escalade IQ's pinched look by splitting the tail lights at the shoulder line. The Vistiq's roofline carries a gradual slope and leaves solid headroom for all three rows of seating.
At 205.6 inches long, the Vistiq is 6.8 inches longer than the gas-fed XT6, though that figure leaves it considerably smaller than the gargantuan Escalade IQ, which measures 224.3 inches. The Vistiq's wheelbase measures 121.8 inches, and the overall width is 79.8 inches. Cadillac also says it's rated to tow up to 500 pounds.
Dual-Motor Performance
The Vistiq will be available in three trim levels at launch: Luxury, Sport, and Premium Luxury. A top-spec Platinum trim will arrive later. All-wheel drive will be standard across the range thanks to a dual-motor setup that produces 615 horsepower and 649 pound-feet of torque. Cadillac estimates a zero-to-60-mph time of 3.7 seconds when the three-row SUV is in the Velocity Max drive mode. There are two suspension setups to choose from: GM's semi-active Chassis Damping Control or an optional air-ride system.
All four trims will feature a 12-module, 102.0-kWh Ultium battery pack that Cadillac says is good for 300 miles of range. The Vistiq's range has not yet been certified by the EPA. The new Caddy is capable of bi-directional charging, allowing the car to send power to your home in the case of a power outage. Connected to a DC fast-charger, Cadillac says the Vistiq can add 79 miles of range in about 10 minutes.
Inside, the Vistiq is suitably luxe. The front seats are headlined by a 33-inch curved digital gauge cluster and infotainment system above an eight-inch screen that contains features such as the HVAC controls. Speaking of the HVAC, the Vistiq features an intelligent five-zone system. Seven seats are standard but second-row captain's chairs are also available.
Production is expected to start in early 2025, with the Luxury, Sport, and Premium Luxury models going on sale first. The Platinum trim will join the lineup later. Pricing for the Luxury will start at $78,790.
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