Cadillac's most affordable electric SUV is getting another price cut, continuing the model's move toward a lower starting cost.
Here's what to know
The SUV's new $51,790 starting price is $905 below the previously announced figure, Electrek reported.
The reductions apply to four versions of the SUV. Luxury buyers choosing all-wheel drive now face a $55,290 starting price after a nearly $1,000 cut; the base Luxury rear-wheel-drive model is also included.
GM's originally announced prices still apply to the Premium Luxury, Premium Sport, and high-performance V-Series. For the Sport trim, a $900 reduction in either drivetrain configuration puts all-wheel drive at $55,895 and rear-wheel drive at $52,395, down from the $54,390 entry price at its 2025 debut.
A rear cargo cover and front seats offering ventilation and lumbar massage are standard equipment on both the Premium Luxury and Premium Sport. Both trims also include a head-up display.
In Velocity MaX Mode, Cadillac estimates the 2027 Optiq-V's output at 519 pound-feet of torque and 650 horsepower. This top-end model starts at $69,295.
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Meanwhile, rear-wheel-drive versions of the 2027 Optiq are rated for up to 317 miles per charge.
More background
Optiq buyers get GM's Super Cruise hands-free driver-assistance technology at no extra cost, according to Electrek. Standard equipment also includes an AKG Studio Audio System with 19 speakers and a 33-inch Horizon Display.
A built-in NACS charging port remains standard for 2027, carrying over a feature GM first introduced in the 2026 Optiq.
For comparison, among Tesla's base Model Y versions, all-wheel drive costs $41,990 and provides up to 294 miles of range, while rear-wheel drive starts at $39,990 and offers up to 321 miles. That leaves the Model Y with a lower starting price than the Optiq even after Cadillac's reductions.
The Model Y Premium's all-wheel-drive configuration pairs 327 miles of range with a $49,990 starting price. Meanwhile, its rear-wheel-drive counterpart offers a higher maximum range — 355 miles — and a lower ticket price of $45,990.
What can be done?
For shoppers considering making their next car an EV, the Optiq's lower purchase price comes alongside electric vehicles' potential for fuel savings and reduced routine maintenance.
Charging an EV at home often costs half as much as using public chargers, but basic Level 1 charging is typically slow. Qmerit provides free, instant installation estimates for faster Level 2 home charger installations.
Where can I learn more?
Shoppers weighing the Optiq's new price can also compare other EVs' costs and range.
• Mitsubishi's rebadged Leaf EV starts at $37,745, with a $1,995 delivery fee added.
• Ford's 2027 Mach-E makes longer range about $4,000 cheaper with a bigger standard battery.
• In New Jersey, Chevrolet's sub-$30,000 Bolt beats EPA highway range at 70 mph.
• Kia's EV3 starts under $30,000, giving buyers another lower-priced option in the EV market.
• Slate's $24,950 electric truck trades range for affordability, targeting buyers seeking a lower purchase price.
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