Cadillac LYRIQ vs Volvo EC40

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Volvo EC40 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 Volvo EC40 is listed at about 28 minutes, which is 2 minutes quicker than the Cadillac LYRIQ at 30 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Cadillac LYRIQ has a WLTP rated range of approximately 530 km, which is roughly 30 km more than the Volvo EC40 at approximately 500 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 Volvo EC40 consumes 188 Wh/km, compared to 222 Wh/km for the Cadillac LYRIQ. That means the Volvo EC40 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 Cadillac LYRIQ has approximately 102 kWh of useable battery , while the Volvo EC40 has approximately 79 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 Volvo EC40. 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 Volvo EC40 is the more efficient choice at 188 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Cadillac LYRIQ has a WLTP rated range of approximately 530 km, which is roughly 30 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.