Cadillac OPTIQ Luxury 1 vs Kia Niro EV EX+ Comparison in Canada 2026
Compare price, range, battery, motor and full specifications side by side.
| Spec | Cadillac OPTIQ | Kia Niro EV |
|---|---|---|
| Price | C$63,433 | C$48,495 |
| Range (Claimed) | 486 km | 385 km |
| Battery Capacity | 85 kWh | 64.8 kWh |
| Motor Power | 224 kW | 150 kW |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 167 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 5.0s (0-100 km/h)s | 7.8s (0-100 km/h)s |
| Fast Charging | 10 min (+127 km) | 43 min (10-80%) |
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Cadillac OPTIQ vs Kia Niro EV: Verdict
The Kia Niro EV is the more affordable choice at C$48,495, undercutting the other by about C$14,938. The Cadillac OPTIQ travels further on a charge, with a claimed 486 km versus 385 km — roughly 101 km more. The Cadillac OPTIQ is the more powerful EV, producing 224 kW to the other's 150 kW.
Choose the Cadillac OPTIQ if you want more driving range between charges (486 km); pick the Kia Niro EV if a lower purchase price (C$48,495) matters more to you.
Cadillac OPTIQ vs Kia Niro EV
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Spec Score(16 specs)
10
16 specs
Cadillac OPTIQ
Best
0
16 specs
Kia Niro EV
Complete view of all specifications in one place
Overview
Price
↓ lower
C$63,433
C$48,495
Fuel Type
Electric
Electric
Range
↑ higher
486 km
385 km
Battery
↑ higher
85 kWh
64.8 kWh
Motor Power
↑ higher
224 kW
150 kW
0-100 km/h
↓ lower
5.0s (0-100 km/h)s
7.8s (0-100 km/h)s
Battery / Fuel
Battery Capacity
↑ higher
85 kWh
64.8 kWh
Range (Claimed)
↑ higher
486 km
385 km
Range Standard
NRCan
EPA
Fast Charging
10 min (+127 km)
43 min (10-80%)
Normal Charging
8 hrs (240V)
9.5 hrs (240V)
Performance
Motor Power
↑ higher
224 kW
150 kW
Top Speed
↑ higher
210 km/h
167 km/h
Acceleration
↓ lower
5.0s (0-100 km/h)s
7.8s (0-100 km/h)s
Seating Capacity
5 seats
5 seats
Dimensions
Length
4826 mm
4420 mm
Width
2134 mm
1825 mm
Height
1651 mm
1570 mm
Wheelbase
↑ higher
2946 mm
2720 mm
Features
Cadillac OPTIQ
No features listed
Kia Niro EV
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- + 3 more
Spec Score(11 comparable specs)
6
of 11 wins
Cadillac OPTIQ
Best Overall
0
of 11 wins
Kia Niro EV
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Cadillac OPTIQ (Luxury 1) vs Kia Niro EV (EX+)
| Spec name |  Electric Cadillac OPTIQLuxury 1 C$63,433 2025EMI → |  Electric Kia Niro EVEX+ C$48,495 2026EMI → | |
|---|---|---|---|
💰Price & Value3 specs | |||
Price ↓ lowerTotal cost before taxes and subsidies | C$63,433 | C$48,495 | |
Est. EMI ↓ lowerEst. monthly EMI, 40% down, 10% p.a., 5-year loan | C$1,005/mo | C$768/mo | |
Fuel Type Electric, Gas, Diesel or Hybrid | Electric | Electric | |
⚡Performance7 specs | |||
Motor Power ↑ higherMaximum power output of the electric motor | 224 kW Best | 150 kW | |
Battery Capacity ↑ higherTotal energy storage capacity of the battery pack | 85 kWh Best | 64.8 kWh | |
Engine Torque Peak torque (Nm @ rpm) | 480 Nm | 255 Nm | |
Top Speed ↑ higherMaximum speed under ideal conditions | 210 km/h Best | 167 km/h | |
Acceleration ↓ lower0–100 km/h time | 5.0s (0-100 km/h)s Best | 7.8s (0-100 km/h)s | |
🔋Range & Efficiency7 specs | |||
Range (Claimed) ↑ higherMax range per charge as claimed by manufacturer | 486 km Best | 385 km | |
Standard Range testing standard (WLTP, NEDC, etc.) | NRCan | EPA | |
Fast Charging 20–80% charge time using DC fast charger | 10 min (+127 km) | 43 min (10-80%) | |
Normal Charging Full charge time using standard AC charger | 8 hrs (240V) | 9.5 hrs (240V) | |
📏Dimensions5 specs | |||
Length Vehicle length in millimeters | 4826 mm | 4420 mm | |
Width Vehicle width in millimeters | 2134 mm | 1825 mm | |
Height Vehicle height in millimeters | 1651 mm | 1570 mm | |
Wheelbase ↑ higherDistance between front and rear axle centers | 2946 mm Best | 2720 mm | |
✨Features2 specs | |||
Key Features Comparison
No features listed
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- Regenerative Braking
- Drive Modes
- Rear Camera
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto