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Lyriq

American luxury goes electric — with a 33-inch curved display

The Lyriq is Cadillac's first full EV, and the brand's first serious Gulf test after years of leaning on the Escalade. A 33-inch curved display, excellent isolation, and a 102 kWh pack.

400
PLANNED KM
500
HP
5s
0-100
190
kW DC

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In detail

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Source: Cadillac official media

A clearer buying decision

Availability and regional dealers

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Your market

Bahrain

Available in your market

This model has confirmed market availability.

Confirmed markets

Kuwait

Cadillac Alghanim

Saudi Arabia

Aljomaih Automotive

UAE

Al Ghandi Auto

Qatar

Mannai Automotive

Bahrain

National Motor Company (NMC)

Oman

Oman Trading Establishment (OTE)

Cadillac Lyriq 2026

Official manufacturer video

Luxury in motion

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Cadillac Lyriq, as people actually see it

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Technical Specs

Official range
530 km

WLTP

Real Range (Gulf-tested)
400 km
Power
500 HP
Torque
610 Nm
0-100 km/h
5 s
Top Speed
210 km/h
Battery Capacity
102 kWh
DC Fast Charging
190 kW
AC Charging
19.2 kW
Fast-charge time (10–80%)
32 min
Price reference for comparison
Approximate price reference
≈ 23,900 BHDto ≈ 31,900 BHD
≈ EstimatedUpdated July 2026

This is an indicative new-model range by market and trim, not the price of a vehicle listed on EV Gulf.

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In the Gulf

Pros and cons from Gulf-specific experience (heat · Ramadan · infrastructure)

Gulf Pros

  • 793 L of boot — among the largest in class
  • 19.2 kW AC for fast home charging

Watch out for

  • High highway consumption — it weighs 2.7 tonnes
  • 190 kW DC is modest for the pack size

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Guide to charging

What to know about charging your Cadillac Lyriq in the Gulf.

Home charging · AC
19.2 kW
~ 6 hours from 0 to 100%

Ideal for overnight charging. The right Wallbox power depends on your market's electricity supply.

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Fast charging · DC
190 kW
Fast charging in 32 minutes

Compatibility depends on the car variant's port and the network. Check the connector and operator app before travelling; heat may reduce charging speed.

Charging cost (estimate)
≈ 3.124 BHD
Full charge at home

An estimate based on home electricity rates in your market. Public charging usually costs more but is much faster.

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Before you buy

What would your week with Lyriq look like?

Try your daily driving and estimate energy, charging time and cost. No account or location sharing needed.

Where would you usually charge?

Indicative home rate for Bahrain; adjust to your bill.

Weekly driving
410 km
50Day 1
50Day 2
50Day 3
50Day 4
50Day 5
80Day 6
80Day 7
Energy from charger
116.2 kWh
Equivalent 20–80% sessions
2
Estimated time plugged in
16.6 hours
Weekly energy cost
BHD 0.697
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How is this calculated?

Five regular days and two days off. Listed Gulf range: 400 km; battery: 102 kWh. Assumed charging efficiency: 90%. Home time uses the lower of charger and vehicle AC power; public charging assumes half peak power on average. Sessions are rounded-up weekly equivalents to replenish consumption, not a first-week itinerary; starting charge and habits change visit counts. Time excludes queues and travel to chargers. Heat, speed and air conditioning affect results.

Practical tips for Gulf drivers

EV ownership in the Gulf brings heat, Ramadan, sand and long roads. These are general practical tips; each model’s experience depends on its variant and market.

Summer heat (45-50°C)

Charge during cooler hours and use battery preconditioning if your variant supports it, following the owner manual.

Prayer times and charging

Choose a compatible station near your destination, and check access hours and operating status in the operator app before arrival.

Ramadan

Check station occupancy in the operator app and choose a quieter time when possible.

Sand and dust

Inspect the charge port and cooling vents after dusty conditions, and follow your car’s cleaning schedule.

Cross-border travel

For trips between Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, use verified compatible chargers on your route, with a backup stop and a safe arrival reserve.

Insurance and maintenance

Compare insurance and maintenance schedules for the specific model and dealer. Prices and intervals vary between vehicles.

EV Gulf Score

Good
Heat range35%65
Charging25%59
Value20%15
Dealer support20%100
How the score works (published formula)

A weighted average of four pillars from catalogue data only: Heat range 35% (from the Real-Range Index), Charging 25% (power + 10–80% time), Value 20% (price vs its body-class median), Dealer support 20% (Gulf markets with an official dealer). A pillar with no data is dropped and weights renormalise — no number is invented. Pure EVs only.

Real-Range Index

Curated estimate
Fair

Summer real range · 45°C

288–356 km

Typically ~342 km — that's 65% of the 530 km rated range.

Based on a vetted Gulf real-world range + the published heat model.

Method & ranking
Battery health
estimated
100%Excellent

This year's model — the pack is near full capacity.

102 kWh8y warranty left
Battery registry — method & reports
The numbers that matter here
At 130 km/h338 km64% of the official figure — 290 Wh/km · modeled, not measured
Same speed, 45°C summer268 kmHeat Score 65/100 — Fair
10 minutes of charging+77 kmFrom the claimed 32-minute charge
A full charge at home≈ 6 hOn a 19.2 kW wallbox — one overnight
The Field · Real-world

Owner experiences

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After-sales

Official agent in your market

Warranty, servicing and parts run through a factory-appointed agent.

Agent in Bahrain
National Motor Company (NMC)

Sitra

Vehicle warranty
3 years
Battery warranty
8 years

From owners and the community

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Where to buy the Lyriq

Cadillac dealers in Bahrain — with official links.

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How it stacks up

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Cadillac Lyriq vs its rivals

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    Battery102 kWh
    GULF RANGE
    400 km
    DC PEAK
    190 kW
    0–100 KM/H
    5 s
    POWER
    500 hp
    GULF PRICE
    19,500 KWD
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    DC PEAK
    —
    0–100 KM/H
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    GULF PRICE
    24,500 KWD
  3. Kia EV9Kia
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    GULF RANGE
    420 km
    DC PEAK
    210 kW
    0–100 KM/H
    5.3 s
    POWER
    384 hp
    GULF PRICE
    20,000 KWD
  4. Polestar 4Polestar
    Battery100 kWh
    GULF RANGE
    470 km
    DC PEAK
    200 kW
    0–100 KM/H
    7.1 s
    POWER
    272 hp
    GULF PRICE
    20,000 KWD
  5. Tesla Model Y L (6-seat)Tesla
    Battery—
    WLTP RANGE
    681 km
    DC PEAK
    250 kW
    0–100 KM/H
    5 s
    POWER
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