Cadillac LYRIQ vs Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Cadillac LYRIQ has the higher published DC charging figure at 200 kW, which is roughly 16% higher than the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV at 173 kW. In practice, that figure only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

For the published fast-charge window, the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is listed at about 30 minutes, roughly matching the Cadillac LYRIQ. In this case, the headline kW number should not drive the decision by itself.

Range and Efficiency

The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV has a WLTP rated range of approximately 611 km, which is roughly 81 km more than the Cadillac LYRIQ at approximately 530 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV consumes 202 Wh/km, compared to 222 Wh/km for the Cadillac LYRIQ. That means the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV has approximately 96 kWh of useable battery , while the Cadillac LYRIQ has approximately 102 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

If fast charging is your priority, the Cadillac LYRIQ has the higher published DC figure (up to 200 kW), but both cars are listed at approximately 30 minutes for the published fast-charge window. For long road trips, published stop time matters more than the headline kW number alone.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV supports up to 11 kW (22 kW optional), compared to up to 11.5 kW for the Cadillac LYRIQ. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can matter at those locations if the higher AC figure is fitted on the car you buy.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV is the more efficient choice at 202 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV has a WLTP rated range of approximately 611 km, which is roughly 81 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.