BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
Cadillac |
Mercedes-Benz |
| Model |
Optiq |
Little G” EV (Baby G-Class Electric SUV) |
| Vehicle Type |
Electric SUV (Compact Luxury Crossover) |
Electric Compact Luxury SUV |
| Trims |
To be announced (expected Luxury, Sport) |
Expected multiple trims (RWD + AWD versions) |
| Release Date |
Early 2025 (US & global launch) |
2026 (expected) |
| Status |
Upcoming / Announced |
Concept / Pre-production testing phase |
| Made In |
USA / China (joint production for global markets) |
Germany (likely at Mercedes EQ facilities) |
| Body Type |
Compact SUV |
Compact SUV (mini G-Wagon inspired) |
| Vehicle Warranty |
4 years / 50,000 miles (limited), 8 years / 100,000 miles (battery & EV components) |
4 years / 50,000 miles (expected, standard Mercedes) |
| Colors |
Multiple premium shades (official colors TBD) |
To be announced (likely similar to G-Class heritage palette) |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Dual electric motors (AWD standard) |
Dual-motor (AWD) + single-motor (RWD) expected |
| Horsepower |
300 hp (estimate, GM Ultium platform) |
330–430 hp (estimated) |
| Torque |
350 lb-ft (est.) |
500–600 Nm (estimated) |
| Acceleration |
5.5 seconds (0–60 mph, est.) |
0–60 mph in ~4.5–5.5 sec (depending on trim) |
| Top Speed |
125 mph (est.) |
120 mph (limited) |
| Range |
300 miles (EPA est.) |
300–350 miles (WLTP, est.) |
| Drivetrain |
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) |
RWD (base), AWD (higher trims, 4MATIC) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Ultium lithium-ion |
Lithium-ion, Mercedes’ MMA platform |
| Battery Capacity |
85 kWh (est.) |
90 kWh (usable ~80 kWh) |
| Power Consumption |
3.5 miles/kWh (est.) |
17–20 kWh/100 km (est.) |
| Battery Warranty |
8 years / 100,000 miles |
8 years / 100,000 miles (expected) |
| Home Charging Speed |
11.5 kW AC (Level 2) |
11 kW AC |
| Supercharging Speed |
Supported via Ultium fast-charge |
22 kW AC (optional upgrade) |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
Up to 150 kW |
Up to 200 kW |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
30 miles (Level 2), ~76 miles in 10 minutes (DC fast charge) |
30–35 miles (AC), ~200 miles in 20 mins (DC) |
| Charging Time |
10 hours (0–100% AC), ~30–40 minutes (10–80% DC fast charge) |
10–12 hrs (AC), 20–30 mins (10–80% DC) |
| Charging Connector Type |
CCS1 (North America) / NACS adoption planned |
CCS Combo Type 2 (Europe), NACS (US from 2025) |
| Home Charging Options |
Wall-mounted Level 2 charger |
Wallbox, Mercedes Intelligent Charger |
| Onboard Charger Power |
11.5 kW |
11–22 kW |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
190 in (est.) |
4,500 mm (est.) |
| Width |
75 in (est.) |
1,880 mm (est.) |
| Height |
64 in (est.) |
1,700 mm (est.) |
| Wheelbase |
116 in (est.) |
2,800 mm (est.) |
| Ground Clearance |
7.5 in (est.) |
220 mm (off-road capable) |
| Cargo Space |
28–60 cu.ft. (with seats down, est.) |
500 L rear, expandable ~1,500 L with seats folded |
| Curb Weight |
4,900 lbs (est.) |
2,200–2,400 kg (battery included) |
| No. of Doors |
5 |
5 |
| Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Alloy wheels (multi-spoke luxury design) |
Alloy, AMG optional |
| Wheel Size |
19" standard, 20–21" optional |
18"–20" |
| Front Tire |
55 R19 (est.)235/ |
255/55 R18 (expected) |
| Rear Tire |
255/50 R19 (est.) |
255/55 R18 (expected) |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Electric Power Steering (EPS) |
Electric Power Steering |
| Transmission |
Single-speed automatic (EV direct drive) |
Single-speed (EV direct drive) |
| Turning Radius |
38 ft |
11 m |
| Gear Box |
1-speed fixed |
1-speed automatic |
| Front Suspension |
MacPherson strut |
Independent MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension |
Multi-link independent |
Multi-link / independent |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
GM Super Cruise (hands-free driving assist) |
Mercedes Drive Pilot (L2+ autonomy, optional) |
| Navigation System |
Built-in GPS with real-time traffic |
MBUX with AR navigation |
| Adaptive Cruise Control |
Yes |
Yes (Distronic) |
| Climate Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
USB-C & wireless charging |
Yes |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes (push-button & digital key) |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Yes |
Yes |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
Yes |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
Yes |
Yes |
| Apple Car Play |
Wireless |
Wireless support |
| Android Auto |
Wireless |
Wireless support |
| Touchscreen |
33-inch LED display (same as Lyriq) |
12–13" MBUX OLED |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
Yes, latest gen |
| MP3 Player |
Supported |
Supported via MBUX |
| No. Of Speakers |
AKG premium 19-speaker system |
10–16 (Burmester optional) |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Regenerative + Hydraulic Disc |
Regenerative + Disc |
| Front Brakes |
Disc |
Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brakes |
Disc |
Disc |
| Brake Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Lock Braking System |
Yes |
Yes |
| Automatic Emergency Braking |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Door Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| Child Safety Lock |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Airbags |
8+ |
6–8 (depending on trim) |
| Rear Seat Belt |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multiple Cameras |
360° camera system |
360° camera system |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
Yes |
Yes (off-road assist) |
| Stability Control |
Yes |
Yes |
| Anti Theft Alarm |
Yes |
Yes |
| Power Mirrors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Keeping Assist |
Yes |
Yes |
| Lane Departure Warning |
Yes |
Yes |
| Rear Parking Aid |
Yes |
Yes |
