Cadillac has announced the pricing and specifications for the 2026 Vistiq, its latest three-row electric SUV, with a starting price of $78,790. Positioned between the Lyriq and Escalade IQ, the Vistiq will feature standard all-wheel drive and a GM-estimated range of 300 miles. At launch, the Vistiq will be offered in three trims: Luxury, Sport, and Premium Luxury, with a high-end Platinum trim set to be introduced at a later date. Cadillac is making more electric SUVs as it tries to regain its position at the top of the luxury market. The Vistiq, the company’s newest electric SUV, is now part of the growing Cadillac lineup. The three-row SUV will replace the gas-powered XT6. Attractive Design Features The three-row Vistiq SUV looks great. The Cadillac shield on the nose and the way it stands tall and aggressively are similar to those of the bigger Escalade IQ models. The splitting of the taillights at the shoulder line of the Vistiq makes it look even more like the Escalade IQ, which has a bent rear end. Because the roof has a small slope, all three rows of seats in the Vistiq have plenty of legroom. Even though it’s 6.8 inches longer than the gas-powered XT6, the Vistiq is still far shorter than the enormous 224.3-inch Escalade IQ. The Vistiq’s width is 79.8 inches, and its wheelbase is 121.8 inches. According to Cadillac, it can also lift up to 5,000 pounds. Performance with Dual Motors There will be three trim versions of the Vistiq when it first comes out: Luxury, Sport, and Premium Luxury. Later on, a high-end Platinum trim will be offered. All models in the range will come with all-wheel drive, which is made possible by two motors that together make 615 horsepower and 649 pound-feet of torque. Cadillac says that in Velocity Max mode, the three-row SUV will reach 60 mph in 3.7 seconds. With GM’s adaptive Chassis Damping Control, you can choose between coil springs or, for an extra fee, air springs for the chassis. According to Cadillac, the 12-module, 102.0 kWh Ultium battery pack that powers all four trims will supposedly have a range of up to 300 miles. The EPA still needs to approve the Tiq’to berating area. If the power goes out, the new Caddy can power your home because it can charge in both ways. Cadillac says that when the Vistiq is connected to a DC fast charger, its range can be increased by 79 miles in just 10 minutes. The inside of the Vistiq is just as luxurious. On top of the 33-inch curved digital gauge cluster and infotainment system that takes up most of the space in the front seats is an 8-inch screen with HVAC settings. With five zones, Vistiq’s HVAC technology is very well thought out. There are also captain’s chairs in the second row, but there are normally seven seats. Production is set to begin early in 2025, with the Luxury, Sport, and Premium Luxury types being the first ones to be sold. The Platinum trim will eventually be offered. Luxury will cost at least $78,790 to begin with.
