2 WORST And 9 BEST Things About The 2024 Cadillac Lyriq

[@dwnshft]

Special thanks to our Patreons for their support of the channel! Lyriq or iX?

[@volvoxc9086]

IX without a question

[@powershot24]

Great review! Really enjoyed this take on the Lyriq. While the styling towards the rear is strange, think it is much better looking than the iX and would take the Lyriq any day over the iX or other competitors like the EQE. Looking forward to seeing the V-series Lyriq when that finally debuts.

[@wise7129]

Lyriq without a doubt.

[@taejinpark56]

I was an IX fan since the introduction but I just leased this, Sport 3 with Oxford Napa leather. Hands down this is better than IX nor EQE/EQS. They are at least $20k higher than Lyriq. lyriq tops out at $80k and you get the blue cruise and Napa leather package. Try to get an IX under $100k or EQS under $120k before discount. No comparison in this price range.

[@jeromejax8675]

I agree. It seems like the majority of Lyriq reviewers go out of their way to always be nit-picky. They twist themselves into pretzels to find negativity. I never ever ever hear most reviewers talk about plastics of the competitors, which are numerous. How dare they say this EV is comparable or better than the German or Asian imports.

[@russellschundler6559]

I have owned Porsches, Audi’s, and Lincoln Continentals. I like to call my 2023 Lyriq my “so-so” car. It is so smooth, so quiet, so powerful, so smart, and so relaxing when I let it drive me with super cruise. I’ve driven over 20,000 miles and still get excited every time I’m behind the wheel. It does not make any of those creaky sounds you mentioned and I actually prefer the original door handles that don’t stick out. I get behind the wheel, turn on my radio, and with second generation noise reduction, I feel like in the concert hall. I sit back and relax and let my car do the driving! I have the all wheel drive model and I can get over 350 miles on a warmer, sunny day.

[@Homer500]

After a year I am getting 378 miles to a full charge. I use the regenerative brake paddle a lot. It’s the smoothest, quietest, most comfortable car l’ve ever driven.

[@Cityboi1977]

Just got mines this week and absolutely love it

[@Homer500]

@@Cityboi1977 450 or 600 & what color combination?

[@Cityboi1977]

@@Homer500 450 in that Tiffany blue color - head turner

[@Cityboi1977]

@Homer500 only complaint is audio system

[@LlyleHunter]

There’s no s on the end of the word mine.

[@Cassandraruns262]

I just bought it and I really wanted to get the BMW but for the interior for the cost for the drive and I’ve had nine BMWs I couldn’t believe this. I got a Cadillac.

[@ronniemullis8717]

Definitely the best looking EV, inside and outside.

[@rlejr66]

Great review. I own one. Love it. And for pricing, don't forget the $7500 tax credit (for qualified buyers). I like mine so much, I was thinking of replacing my '21 Aviator with another one!

[@G-Rated]

I think majority of Lyriq reviews are excessively nitpicky as reviewers struggle to find faults with the vehicle. I honestly don’t understand the imaginary difference in build quality/materials between it and its German rivals. I honestly think people just say that because it sounds right to them. Tesla Model X may be sportier and BMW IX more luxurious but they also aren’t in the Lyriq’s direct price bracket. They’re substantially more expensive, and I don’t think Cadillac will have an issue competing with them at those price points.

[@anthony20208]

You hit it on the head. It's unfortunate that they have the vehicle for a limited time and parrot issues from years past. GM makes cars for other brands and provides other tech that most people don't know. Ferrari, Audi, Ford, and others utilize the magnetic ride suspension that GM pioneered. Acura/Honda will be using the Utium platform for their next gen EV's. Stop hating on GM when you wear their socks.

[@fasttime823]

It's so tiresome and corny!! Reviewers feel if they hate on GM products it some how makes their Reviews Cool and Hip. Even when they're just trying to come up with something negative(nitpicking)!! When the product is actually rather good!

[@rsanford446]

Agreed. Things like. The vent knob could be better..the radio could be better…it floats like a caddy. Drive a 60s or 70s caddy and tell me the Lyriq drives like a caddy. It feels like all the other suvs out there now.

[@notjustanydad]

Great review, very unbiased. Most higher end Germen cars are over engineered to account creaks and those minor nuances that most of us volume car buyers are used to. Until you're daily driving an Audi Q8 or something in that category you will not understand. The downside they usually cost more to maintain. At nearly $80k that Lyriq is competing in a different segment and you can nitpick! He does also mention the BMW IX and Audi Q8's shortcomings, more so in their respective review videos. Spending $30k or $100k you should nitpick and chose the best vehicle for you!

[@petes7401]

You are so right. However, the creaking in the center console does get to me. Everything else they’re just nitpicking. No car is perfect. By far. best car I’ve ever driven.

[@JD_-_]

Good review. Rattles you described are specific to your car, my Lyriq doesn’t have that. No cars matches the Lyric at it’s price point!

[@starryeyeddu]

My 2024 Lyriq rattles as well.

[@briancureton5535]

I have that headliner rattling as well. They proposed replacing the sunroof.

[@tman9517]

Best looking EV by far. Instantly recognizable as a Caddy. I’ll wait until the 1st round of refresh like Rivian just did and I’m all in. Beautiful!! Awesome review.

[@mcwstein]

The first refresh was the upgrade from the 2033 to 2024, followed by the March 2024 software upgrade. The car was not ready for prime time before that, but it's ready to roll now. Very impressive package, especially at the price point 10k to 20k less than the Q8, EQS, iX.

[@tonysalmon9860]

Well let say this 3 weeks in I LOVE my Cadillac Lyriq Luxury 2. I'm still learning the car inside and out. So far no complaint, only the EVgo charge stations not one around my location.I can live with that.

[@G-Rated]

This is a common thing. Reviewers seem to have more complaints about the Cadillac Lyriq than actual consumers/owners. That is _not_ normal.

[@IslandMutt]

Great review and 100% on point with the positives. I just picked up my Oppulent Blue AWD Sport 3. The Lyric is luxe-elegant, interior/exterior character lines emotionally connects (makes my heart skip a beat when I see the back/front lighting sequence dance), and has Cadillac comfort-V racing DNA heritiage. After 20+ years with german motor ICE's as my daily, I'm now a believer of Cadillac! Tesla haters gonna hate on my Cadillac 2024 rebates ($$), luxe interior, retractable sunroof, night gloss 22s, ambient lighting, & SUPER CRUISE! EV car design doesn't have to look like a jellybean or a porpoise face with non-organic/appliance-like interactive experiences. We have choices! Pray bless live love life IN LYRIC LUXE (PBL3-Ly-Luxe).

[@superfly4137]

Its 5 days. Give it more time

[@IslandMutt]

Today the dealer gave me a luxe detail... oppulent blue was radiating blue metallic as i cruised down the hwy with sunroof open...such a great feeling.

[@robertcameronjones]

I was surprised how slow it felt vs other EVs but the ride was quite nice. I could see driving one of these. Oh, and it's a pretty car. Very nice looking.

[@deathtothenwo]

I think you got a “bad” one , we have had our 2024 AWD for 11 months now and have no squeaks or rattles at all

[@roshondaspears]

I definitely love mine as well. 6 months in..

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

4:00 I have the Lyriq with white (sky cool gray) interior. I wanted white because I was envious of Tesla owners with White interiors. 10,000 miles in, it looks great with no stains and minimal creasing on my most used driver seat. The leather options are brown-ish and olive-ish. I saw no reason to want them for that kind of premium. Cadillac might as well get rid of them both. Black, White, and perhaps a blue and red INTELUXE would be so much nicer. Save the leather for the V-series.

[@johncauffiel8386]

great review ! I have been pretty anti electric for the big 3 but I think I am going to try this one. How can you beat the price point.

[@dwnshft]

@@johncauffiel8386 right!

[@RelaxationArena.101]

This Radiant Red Tintcoat is popping!

[@revandrem]

I absolutely love my 2024 Lyriq but I also have the rattles. With a cabin so quiet the rattles can’t help but stand out

[@briancureton5535]

I have some rattling too from the headliner/sunroof area

[@benjaminfallon1072]

Spends most of the video nitpicking about the trim, cup holder, vent controls and no cooled back seats….ends the video noting the Lyriq starts $20K lower than its nearest competitor…I am no rocket scientist, but you think that might be the cause and effect?

[@darrendonovan6679]

What are you owners getting for typical efficiency? 3 miles / kWh? Or ? Im looking to lease one.Thanks.

[@desertmodern7638]

I just spent a week in a friend's new Lyriq, and found only one flaw, but a rather major one. Such a solid and gorgeous car that's a joy to be in, but on really hot days, the A/C in the second row is very weak. The stylish front vents push little or no air to the back, and the tiny vents on the back of the console are not enough. Granted, this was Palm Springs in July, but people in hot cities like Phoenix and Las Vegas are going to be super unhappy if relegated to the back seat in summer.

[@natashamay2991]

I'm having issues with my front unit picked mines up on 7/31 along with my defrost but thats the same system i drop it off next week for service

[@AndyBasso-l8p]

Why do you not include and compare against the GV70 electrified?

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

I own a 2024 Lyriq luxury 3. All options. #1. The HVAC system takes too long to cool the inside of the car down and it also takes too long to heat it up. I find myself having to pre-warm and pre-cool the car on the especially cold or hot days. #2. The infotainment system is the first which I have ever encountered that had trouble reading folders off of a USB-C drive. It doesn’t know how to index the music which I have already organized. I have to listen to music randomly. It also has problems with a lot of different file types. #3. I wish there was an option for rear, headrest television monitors. #4. I wish there was an option for rear heated/ventilated/massage seats. This really could have been an S class competitor. #5. The 0- 30 is a little slow. #6. The charging door feels a bit flimsy.

[@morstyrannis1951]

Don’t you think rear monitors are a waste of money? It’s much cheaper to buy two iPads that do far more than simple screens. And over the life of the car you can update the iPads as needed - likely for less money than a rear seat entertainment package. .

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

@@morstyrannis1951 No I don’t. Next question…

[@ians3586]

@@PassportBrosBusinessClass what do you think of the AKG sound system? I want an EV that really sounds good when I crank up the tunes.

[@alexk81843]

Just got one a month ago. Idid a lot of research (etron, Mercedes bmw, KIA ) For the price, nothing comes close to a leriq. The execration is like a Bentley soft and exhilarating. Besides 4.5, 0-60 is plenty . Lucid also nice 3.8 sec 0-60 same price on the lease. but with one dealership 60 miles away (Not yet).

[@caddyzig]

Great review! I hope the small nitpicks can be easily refined. They’re really nice, and the price is very competitive.

[@loriee.3579]

I recently test drove the Luxury 2 model. I am definitely going to buy one. The drive just felt good to me.

[@FoamCrusher]

Really fair comparison to the Audi, BMW and MB. NOT!!! Those other cars are $20,000 to $50,000 more than a comparably equipped Lyriq. Give GM that money and the car would be far better than the others.

[@dmtimko]

I was thinking the same thing. You can't compare the Audi, BMW and MB to the Lyric. That's another level of luxury and an extra 20-30K.

[@andregen2009]

I believe the comparing the size not the price. Price wise the EQE 350 and Audi Q4 etron are about the same price as the Lyric Level 2 but totally different driver experience.

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

11:50 DIGITAL REAR VIEW MIRROR which Tesla doesn’t give you in the Cybertruck.

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

It’s very strange that the Acura ZDX gets air suspension, but the lyric does not win. It’s the exact same car.

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

What really helps the Lyriq are the drive assistants and Supercruise. I spend most of my drive time NOT DRIVING IT 😅.

[@mgescuro]

Squeaks and rattles are NEVER fine, especially in a car this costly. And that power charging door is janky. You’d think it wouldn’t be so jittery.

[@desertmodern7638]

Yes, why they didn't smooth out the operation of the charge door is mystifying. It makes a really bad impression.

[@benjaminfallon1072]

Car is $20K less than the nearest segment competitor…there is a correlation between engineering ROI and MSRP.

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

The Lyriq is priced better than anything else in its class. If you buy one barebones (Tech) you can have it for $400 a month on lease. BMW and Lucid are trying to compete with those numbers.

[@BillD64]

My Luxury 1 had the creaky (loose center console piece) but the dealer replaced it under warranty and it doesn't creak anymore. That is what the warranty is for. GM;s supplier may have a small QC issue but I suspect that is correctable once GM addresses the situation with them. I waited for two years to get my car and couldn't get what I wanted when the car was finally ordered so got a Luxury 1 Vs Luxury 2. I don't have SuperCruise, the fancy stereo, massaging seats or the 19KW charging module which would have provided more freedom when on a trip. However, the car I have is great. I have the suspension set in Sport Mode so the ride is firm but not harsh. It is a Cadillac and I really think it is better than the German cars.

[@cscorona1]

Nitpicking plastic creaking is always a ridiculous thing to do. No one uses their vehicle by going around and squeezing every surface. I wish reviewers would stop judging interior quality on that.

[@BioMedUSA]

I disagree. I and probably many others want quiet in the cabin - squeaks are not only annoying but an indication of poor build quality.

[@cscorona1]

@@BioMedUSA squeaks that come from surfaces being used not as intended, but are instead squeezed, pressed, and otherwise manipulated to make a noise is not an indication of quality to me. If my cup holder makes a squeak when I press my thumb against the inside of it, who cares? When would I ever do that in the daily use of my car? The fact is auto makes need to make careful decisions on where to put weight in a vehicle to maximize efficiency. That might mean not putting a lot of structural components behind a non-load bearing surface that is not being pressed and squeezed (other than by an auto reviewer).

[@morstyrannis1951]

If the interior parts aren’t solid when it’s new, what will they be like after a couple of years of use?

[@superfly4137]

They need to advertise worst case scenario range instead of ideal condition range

[@phillipschuman4307]

I thought a few important comparisons were missing-- to its platform cousins, the Blazer and Equinox (Chevy) and ZDX (Acura). The Chevys slot in below in price (and some luxury factors), while the ZDX is probably more money (at least in the S trim), but has extra benefits (air suspension, heads up display, possibly better (at least different) sound system). The Chevys might be in that same category of 90%+ of what the Lyriq provides, and at a lower cost. Of course, if it's only the flagship apex GM model compared to its similarly apex competitors, then clearly the Chevys aren't comparable. But the top trim ZDX would be.

[@mardiz2410]

Loving the Lyric. All I ask for are 3 things. The recording features of a Tesla ( drivers are psychopaths out there and intentionally try to hit you). A HUD would be amazing. And just a tad more power down low to churp the tires.

[@MarkA.Barfield]

Great video/call outs for Lyriq... Discount link for charger doesn't apply discount in checkout

[@dwnshft]

@@MarkA.Barfield Code: downshift_mk2 Try this^

[@normt430]

Thanks for not mentioning the "T" company!

[@kevingoins5837]

Some people just nitt pick to the extreme. Now my opinion it looks better than it's competitors , this is by far the worst review of the lyriq ❤

[@sporla3]

I have an IX. At 100% charge, I get well over 300 miles of range. But it is very expensive. Lyriq is better looking from the front but I like my BMW from the rear.

[@ians3586]

Yeah, you're right. When it comes to appearance, I wish one could combine the best attributes of both.

[@soniavaldez7220]

My Lyriq when I start it it shows a battery with an exclamation point and I turn it off and on again and the battery icon turns off but the turtle icon turns on and when I turn the car off and on again the turtle icon goes away! I don’t know what’s going on. I have to take it in for an eight hour software update.

[@screenPhiles]

I already watched savagegeese's video and it indeed makes no sense because if you don't drive around with a sound engineer (and I'm willing to venture most people don't) who cares what one says? Reason being, I think what's happening with @savagegeese is that the non-sound engineers find the Lyric's sound system fine, then the engineer pipes in, causing the two hosts to suddenly 'hear' all sorts of issues they didn't notice prior. In other words, a small scale version of mass-induced psychosis

[@timquirk7551]

If I had 15k more in my budget I would've gotten this. Ended up with a previous model year mach 3 on quite a discount. Was very surprised to see a bunch of these sitting at the dealer. Don't think they advertised this nearly enough. Can't imagine buying the Blazer or Equinox when the Tech trim on this is within maybe $5k. Not even close in quality.

[@henryprice5716]

“Don’t watch Savagegeese’s video, it doesn’t make any sense” 😂😂😂😂

[@screenPhiles]

As far as referencing the sound system, they're right.

[@G-Rated]

@@screenPhiles those people and their sound system readings are bs. That’s their last resort whenever they can’t find a an actual fault with a new vehicle that they don’t endorse.

[@screenPhiles]

@@G-Rated I agree. The 'they' I meant referred to Downshift. What's likely going on with savagegeese is that their sound engineer may have indeed had a problem with the Lyriq's sound system but that doesn't at all mean anyone else who listened to it would. Savagegeese seems to think that everyone hears and processes sound exactly the same, which is kinda silly.

[@G-Rated]

@@screenPhiles Gotcha, and I agree. Between the two channels their commentary is actually similar imo - very silly in general. Constantly trying to think of things that are better in some way, shape, or form to compare to the Lyriq, struggling to downplay the luxury and uniqueness of the design while trying to praise competitors for their “conservativeness”. That’s what it’s called when a foreign brand “phones it in”. The double standards and hypocrisy is obvious, but more importantly proves bias against and hate for *gm.*

[@screenPhiles]

@@G-Rated I see that sometimes too and it really bugs me because GM is doing some really interesting things in the EV space. Their EV's are certainly better than anything Tesla is putting out (they may not have top speeds as fast though GM understands that a vehicle - generally speaking because the Corvette and Hummer are bonkers - don't need to have 0 - 60 times in two seconds - though reviewers for whatever reason have to hate because 'GM.' Speaking of which, if you haven't seen Throttle House's review of the Lyriq, check it out. It's really interesting because the two hosts seemed to actually like it, though you can almost see them going out of their way to find things disparaging to say about it.

[@cisco9027]

The reason I didn’t buy the Caddy was that console had the worst squeaks I’ve ever heard go to the dealership and see for yourself definitely a deal breaker for me and I wanted to buy this car can’t believe that was missed by the builders.

[@datboinate0192]

Audi SUV not touching the Cadillac as far as looks. They must be blind as hell.

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

Infotainment display has no manual adjustment for brightness. It does whatever the Hell it wants.

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

As a Lyriq owner, I must say that your experience will depend heavily on your charging capabilities. If you only charge at home on your own Level 2 charger, you’ll be fine. But, if you have to rely on EVgo or Electrify America, your experience will vary. I live 5 miles from an EVgo station. It can get quite crowded.

[@soumage]

Great review. Love everything about my lyriq except the infotainment knob, which looks cool but is a piece of junk - its manufacturer must have some dirt on the CEO

[@dwnshft]

lol yeah its a little chincey

[@danielnuthletics]

I checked it out. It felt plastic and all the shinny black plastic in the interior gets smudgy and squeaky.

[@fredricgrethel1717]

I would miss head up display

[@Chubobo2010]

hey matt i got a question

[@dwnshft]

mmmmhhmmmmmm?

[@Chubobo2010]

@@dwnshft since you turned 30 year old this year whens your birthday? (sorry for asking this many times lol)

[@dwnshft]

@@Chubobo2010 lol mid Jan

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

Half of owning an Electric car is the ownership experience. #1 cost of the vehicle #2 cost of insuring it #3 cost of maintaining it. #4 opportunity cost of owning it (what else could I have done with my money). #5 personal enjoyment driving the vehicle. But Electric vehicles have another HALF of that ownership experience and it's THE CHARGING EXPERIENCE. #1 How easily can I get to a charger. #2 How expensive is the car to charge. #3 How reliable are the chargers. #4 How easy is it to charge the vehicle (communication issues?) #5 How many miles can I go per charge (do I have range anxiety?). TESLA has managed to make a bunch of vehicles with a C- ownership experience but presented them with an A- charging experience. Every Tesla Supercharger is plug and play, plug and pay, easy to find on the integrated app, easy to use and STANDARDIZED which most other E-vehicles can't boast. Most other E-vehicles present you with an A- vehicle but a C- charging experience (or worse). It will be YEARS - maybe decades before charging becomes as easy as gassing up. I charge my Lyriq for free on EVgo but here in NYC, they are far and few between. You need to be in Long Island or New Jersey to easily find an EVgo and even then you'll waste time and energy charging up. NYC alone needs 10 times as many EVgo chargers as there are currently - and the same goes for Electrify America. For now, buying an EV here only works if you have a house and can charge at home.

[@ians3586]

Why can't you charge at a Tesla Supercharger with an adapter?

[@PassportBrosBusinessClass]

The AKG system sucks. You absolutely will prefer the BOSE in the XT6.

[@GodKing804]

Did this guy call bmw massage robust? 😂😂😂😂

[@richardmarshall159]

Who are you kidding ,other than yourself?

[@SoniaDiaz-zo4wr]

I have a Model Y and asap it is gone and a Lyriq.

[@chubobsthebobo]

Its my brothers 9th birthday

[@dwnshft]

🎂🎈🥳

[@JD_-_]

My sister was 5 yesterday

[@maxshultz6502]

You put garbage Audi interiors ahead of Mercedes? 😂 wow

[@Daniel_Capital]

That BMW iX is the ugliest crossover I’ve ever seen in my life

[@davidjiang1437]

Test drove the Lyriq, I felt like jumping on a spring mattress with a toy steering wheel that gave me no feedback. The sport trim is not sporty at all. Boring car wastes all the great things about the exterior look. Back seats are also uncomfortable with little cushioning near your lombar and butt.

[@philpolzin2233]

Please stop using the term "this thing", when you are referring to a vehicle. You sound like a used car salesman. Just say "the vehicle". It's easy, try it.

[@dwnshft]

nah

[@dymoultrie1401]

All I see is a Chevy.

[@buzz4buzz428]

Guess you watched it with your eyes closed.

[@Thankz4sharing]

GM brands have been generic since about 1977. But I do like the Lyriq. I might lease one if the advertised deals are actually available. Currently less than the equivalent Blazer EV.

[@Cassandraruns262]

I just bought it and I really wanted to get the BMW but for the interior for the cost for the drive and I’ve had nine BMWs I couldn’t believe this. I got a Cadillac.