Cadillac LYRIQ vs Polestar 4

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Polestar 4 has the higher published DC charging figure at 200 kW, which is comparable to the Cadillac LYRIQ at 200 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 Cadillac LYRIQ is listed at about 30 minutes, which is 1 minutes quicker than the Polestar 4 at 31 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Polestar 4 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 620 km, which is roughly 90 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 Polestar 4 consumes 190 Wh/km, compared to 222 Wh/km for the Cadillac LYRIQ. That means the Polestar 4 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 Polestar 4 has approximately 94 kWh of useable battery , while the Cadillac LYRIQ has approximately 102 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

Both cars show similar published DC fast-charging figures at 200 kW. For road trips, the one with more range between stops may be more practical.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the Cadillac LYRIQ supports up to 11.5 kW, compared to up to 11 kW for the Polestar 4. 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 Polestar 4 is the more efficient choice at 190 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Polestar 4 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 620 km, which is roughly 90 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.