Cadillac continues to add electric vehicles to its lineup, but that doesn’t mean the brand has any intention of giving up on performance vehicles like those found in its V-Series sub-brand.
Cadillac on Tuesday confirmed the first electric V-Series will be a Lyriq-V, which the brand plans to launch next year as a 2026 model.
Cadillac has released a pair of photos of the 2026 Lyriq-V and said more details will be released early next year.
The photos show what appears to be a regular Lyriq midsize crossover, but there are unique styling cues that set the high-performance variant apart from the standard pack. The grille and front fascia feature unique designs, with some mesh used to cover up the intakes.
2026 Cadillac Lyriq-V
Elements like the rocker panels and rear fascia now also match the body color, and the rear fascia also features some mesh-like detailing. A V-Series badge also sits prominently at the rear.
It isn’t clear what powertrain package the Lyriq-V will pack. The 2025 Lyriq, which comes standard with a 102-kwh battery, delivers up to 500 hp with its dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain. However, other EVs from General Motors using the same Ultium platform and battery technology set found in the Lyriq pack much more hp.
Cadillac’s most potent V-Series model at present is the CT5-V Blackwing, which spits out 668 hp thanks to a supercharged 6.2-liter V-8. It’s possible the Lyriq-V will have a similar or even higher output than that.
