Performance, power and 0-100 km/h
2025 Cadillac Lyriq RWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 5.6 seconds, compared with 6.5 seconds for 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD. 2025 Cadillac Lyriq RWD has the higher listed output at 340 hp; 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD is rated at 272 hp, a difference of 68 hp. The torque figures follow 2025 Cadillac Lyriq RWD at 440 Nm and 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD at 380 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.
Range, battery, charging and efficiency
Range and energy-use figures are either not shared by both cars or not directly comparable across these powertrain types.
Dimensions, cargo space and towing
2025 Cadillac Lyriq RWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 793 litres versus 647 litres, a difference of 146 litres. 2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD carries the higher towing rating at 1,588 kg, while 2025 Cadillac Lyriq RWD is listed at 1,360 kg. 2025 Cadillac Lyriq RWD is 297 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.
Price and overall assessment
2025 Acura RDX Technology SH-AWD has the lower listed starting price at $44,750, compared with $58,590 for 2025 Cadillac Lyriq RWD. 2025 Cadillac Lyriq RWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.