Buyer Research

2023 Cadillac Lyriq — Should You Buy One?

Typical asking price: $45,000–$58,000. This is one of the more reliable vehicles in its class — here's what to watch for anyway.

Kestrel Take

Cadillac's genuinely impressive first modern EV — the Lyriq offers a stunning, tech-forward cabin, a smooth quiet ride, 300+ miles of range, and fast charging on GM's Ultium platform. It's a strong luxury-EV effort. As an early-production Ultium vehicle, verify software updates and any early-build issues. A well-kept Lyriq with updates done and a healthy battery is a handsome, comfortable luxury EV; verify battery health, software, and charging.

Known Issues for the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq

Ranked by wallet impact. These are documented, recurring problems — not freak accidents.

Early Ultium production / softwareMedium

Early Lyriqs (and Ultium vehicles) had some software and early-build quirks; verify updates/recalls and that all systems work.

Repair cost range: $0-$1,000

Battery health / rangeMedium

Check battery health and range; verify remaining battery warranty (8yr/100k).

Repair cost range: $0 under warranty / very expensive out

Complex tech / big screenLow

Verify the large curved display and tech features all function.

Repair cost range: $100-$1,000

Tire wear (heavy)Low

Heavy luxury EV wears tires; budget accordingly.

Repair cost range: $700-$1,400

Walk-Away Red Flags

✗Un-updated software / early bugs
✗Battery/range concerns
✗Salvage title
✗No warranty remaining

Good Signs

✓Updates/recalls done, tech working
✓Healthy battery, remaining warranty
✓Clean history

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Known issues on this page are based on documented owner reports, NHTSA complaints, class-action records, and manufacturer technical service bulletins. Individual vehicles vary. A pre-purchase inspection by a trusted mechanic is always worth doing.