Audi Q4 e-tron vs Cadillac LYRIQ

The Audi Q4 e-tron starts from $84,900 before on-road costs, while the Cadillac LYRIQ opens at $90,000. That makes the Audi Q4 e-tron the more affordable entry point by $5,100.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $93,390 and $99,000 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.

How long each takes to charge — from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC — estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Audi Q4 e-tron features a 11.6-inch touchscreen paired with a 10.3-inch digital dash, while the Cadillac LYRIQ gets a 33-inch display and 33-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Audi Q4 e-tron stands out with Bang & Olufsen audio that you will not find on the Cadillac LYRIQ. The Cadillac LYRIQ counters with head-up display, wireless charging, panoramic roof, heated front seats, ventilated seats and AKG audio. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Audi Q4 e-tron gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Cadillac LYRIQ offers leather. Climate control is 3-zone in the Audi Q4 e-tron and 2-zone in the Cadillac LYRIQ.

The Audi Q4 e-tron uses a Electric producing 210kW and 545Nm of torque, sent through a single-speed (two-stage planetary) to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6.7 seconds.

The Cadillac LYRIQ responds with a Electric making 388kW and 610Nm, paired to a automatic driving all four wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 4.6 seconds.

The Cadillac LYRIQ has the clear power advantage at 388kW vs 210kW. In the real-world sprint, the Cadillac LYRIQ is 2.1s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 82kWh (Audi Q4 e-tron) vs 102kWh (Cadillac LYRIQ), giving WLTP ranges of 470km and 530km. DC fast charging peaks at 175kW (Audi Q4 e-tron) vs 190kW (Cadillac LYRIQ).

The Audi Q4 e-tron measures 4,588mm long on a 2,764mm wheelbase, 417mm shorter than the Cadillac LYRIQ at 5,005mm (3,094mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Cadillac LYRIQ generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 520L in the Audi Q4 e-tron and 500L in the Cadillac LYRIQ, giving the Audi Q4 e-tron a 20L advantage.

For towing, the Cadillac LYRIQ leads with a 2,500kg braked capacity vs 1,000kg. That 1,500kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Audi Q4 e-tron) vs 5 years / 150,000km (Cadillac LYRIQ). Both match on warranty length.