2025 Cadillac OPTIQ

The 2025 OPTIQ arrives in four trims—Luxury 1 & 2, and Sport 1 & 2—each with its own attitude, each with distinct exterior treatments that speak different dialects of opulence. The Luxury trim draws the eye with polished gloss black cladding, satin aluminum accents, and a clean fascia. Vertical LED lighting signatures bracket the grille-less front with unmistakable Cadillac DNA, while the rear adopts a floating roof aesthetic punctuated by high-set taillamps and body-integrated rear spoiler.

Step to the Sport trim, and the attitude shifts. Darkened finishes replace polished ones. Lower cladding becomes more aggressive. Painted high-gloss black roof rails and intricate 20-inch wheels complete the look. It's a visual dichotomy—Luxury is poised, Sport is poised to pounce.

Color options are equally refined: Summit White, Argent Silver, Deep Space Metallic, Nimbus Metallic, and Monarch Orange. Details like laser-etched lighting elements, flush-mounted door handles, and animated lighting choreography at walk-up and walk-away elevate the curb presence beyond expectation.

Propulsion in the 2025 OPTIQ is handled by GM’s Ultium platform, utilizing a dual-motor AWD configuration. The result is a precise delivery of 300 horsepower and 354 lb-ft of torque—silent but forceful, smooth yet immediate. Unlike traditional drivetrains, the electric motors modulate power seamlessly across both axles, eliminating lag and bolstering responsiveness in inclement road conditions.

Every component, from the integrated drive units to the regenerative braking system, is calibrated for intelligence. The electric powertrain isn’t just about zero emissions—it’s about the orchestration of momentum with precision engineering and Cadillac quietness as its overture.

More than just an electric vehicle, the OPTIQ performs with agility that belies its class. A near 50/50 weight distribution, low center of gravity, and five-link independent rear suspension deliver poise in corners and composure at speed. The acceleration is crisp, almost abrupt if demanded, yet manageable with delicate throttle inputs.

Selectable drive modes include Tour, Sport, Snow/Ice, and My Mode—each one retuning steering effort, pedal feel, and chassis damping. The One-Pedal Driving system is superbly tuned, enabling full stop without brake input and recharging the battery with every deceleration. Cadillac’s Ultium platform affords 300 miles of projected range, and DC fast charging allows 79 miles of range in 10 minutes.

On winding roads through Morris County or long treks down I-80, the OPTIQ delivers consistency and quiet dominance. No drama, just execution.

Inside, the OPTIQ embraces Cadillac’s signature blend of technology and tactile luxury. A sweeping 33-inch diagonal LED display curves toward the driver—delivering 9K resolution, crisp graphics, and customizable interfaces. Google built-in integration, over-the-air update capability, and natural voice recognition mean you’ll spend less time fiddling and more time driving.

Material choices reveal careful restraint: perforated Inteluxe seating, laser-etched wood trim, and contrast stitching balance modernity with warmth. Ambient lighting floods the cabin in customizable hues, while the panoramic glass roof creates a sense of airiness uncommon in this segment.

Rear seat legroom eclipses most in class, and the flat floor enhances cargo flexibility. Acoustic laminated glass, active noise canceling, and strategically placed insulation create what Cadillac calls the “quietest EV in its class.” We don’t dispute it.

Cadillac Smart System comes standard—this is not an option, this is the minimum. It includes Forward Collision Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Pedestrian Braking, Rear Park Assist, HD Rear Vision Camera, and IntelliBeam auto high beams. Every OPTIQ also features Blind Zone Steering Assist and Rear Cross Traffic Braking.

Additional advanced safety features include the optional Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist and a 360-degree Surround Vision camera system. Perhaps most notably, the OPTIQ is available with Super Cruise—Cadillac’s hands-free driver assistance system, compatible with over 400,000 miles of roads across North America.

Super Cruise combines real-time GPS, LiDAR map data, in-vehicle cameras, and radar sensors to maintain safe lane positioning, adapt to traffic flow, and even execute lane changes—all while monitoring the driver’s attention.