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Configurator goes live — what’s new for the 2027 Cadillac Optiq
Cadillac has opened orders for the 2027 Optiq, with only modest changes from the 2026 model year. Pricing holds largely steady — the electric crossover starts at $50,695 for rear-wheel drive and $67,500 for the all-wheel-drive version, the latter up just $200. The big practical update: Cadillac now includes a NACS-to-J1772 charging port adapter, making home and public charging far easier for owners who previously needed a J1772 plug.
Trim lineup and packaging
The 2027 Optiq keeps five trims: Luxury, Sport, Premium Luxury, Premium Sport, and the range-topping V-Series (Optiq-V), which begins at $69,295. Cadillac discontinued the limited Magnus Launch Edition that was offered in 2026, but the rest of the lineup remains intact and well-equipped.
Key highlights:
- Base Luxury starts with a generous standard equipment list, including an AKG Studio 19-speaker audio system and bucket seats.
- Premium Luxury adds ventilated seats and is the first trim to offer an optional head-up display.
- Super Cruise driver-assist technology is offered as standard beginning with the base Luxury trim, extending hands-free driving capabilities on compatible highways.
Colors, roof options and special packages
Cadillac introduces two new exterior hues and shuffles paint availability across trims. Sandstone is now available on Luxury and Premium Luxury, while Citron Tricoat appears on Sport, Premium Sport, and Optiq-V. The Optiq-V also gains a limited Midnight Stone Frost finish.
Paint pricing and roof options:
- Black Raven: no-cost color.
- Coastal Blue Metallic and Argent Silver Metallic: $725.
- Vibrant White Tricoat, Radiant Red Tintcoat, Sandstone: $1,325.
- Contrasting black painted roof: $600 (standard on Optiq-V, optional on Luxury, Sport, Premium Luxury, Premium Sport).
A Deep Ocean Package tailored for the Optiq-V bundles a Deep Ocean Tintcoat, Santorini Blue interior accents, a carbon-fiber trim pack, 21-inch wheels, and blue brake calipers for a sportier, more exclusive look.
Performance and range — what the powertrains offer
Cadillac has left the drivetrains unchanged for 2027. That means:
- Single-motor RWD: 315 hp (319 PS) and 332 lb-ft (450 Nm) of torque. 0-60 mph in about 5.5 seconds, top speed 114 mph (184 kph).
- Dual-motor AWD: 440 hp (446 PS) and 498 lb-ft (675 Nm). 0-60 mph in 4.4 seconds.
- Optiq-V (dual-motor, Velocity Max engaged): 519 hp (526 PS) and roughly 650 lb-ft (880 Nm). With Launch Control the Optiq-V sprints to 60 mph in about 3.5 seconds — supercar-like acceleration from a compact EV crossover.
These figures keep the Optiq competitive in the premium EV compact-crossover segment, offering a clear performance ladder from comfortable daily driver to headline-grabbing V-Series pace.
Interior and tech
Cadillac continues to push luxury tech across the range. The 19-speaker AKG system is standard from the base Luxury trim. Seat trim choices include Black Interluxe or Sky Cool Gray with Santorini Blue accents. Ventilated front seats arrive at Premium Luxury and up, and the HUD is available as an option at that level and above. Super Cruise helps position Optiq as a tech-forward contender for buyers wanting hands-free driving features.
Market context and takeaway
The updates are evolutionary rather than revolutionary: price stability, broader charger compatibility through the NACS adapter, a few fresh colors and a special Optiq-V package. For buyers, the Optiq remains an attractive package in Cadillac’s EV lineup — practical, quick in higher trims, and better integrated with today’s charging ecosystem.
Quick takeaways:
- Orders open with modest price changes and new color choices.
- NACS-to-J1772 adapter improves home charging convenience.
- Optiq-V keeps its performance edge with 0-60 in 3.5 seconds.
For shoppers comparing premium electric crossovers, the 2027 Optiq balances luxury, tech, and genuine performance without a major price jump — a sensible evolution for Cadillac as it expands its EV offerings.
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