Cadillac LYRIQ vs Volvo EX30

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Cadillac LYRIQ has the higher published DC charging figure at 200 kW, which is roughly 27% higher than the Volvo EX30 at 158 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 EX30 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 54 km more than the Volvo EX30 at approximately 476 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 EX30 consumes 178 Wh/km, compared to 222 Wh/km for the Cadillac LYRIQ. That means the Volvo EX30 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 EX30 has approximately 65 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

The Cadillac LYRIQ has the higher published DC figure at up to 200 kW, but the Volvo EX30 has the shorter published charge time at approximately 28 minutes versus approximately 30 minutes. On 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 Volvo EX30 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 Volvo EX30 is the more efficient choice at 178 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 54 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.