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Compare · November 2026
Cadillac Optiq vs. Rivian R2
The Cadillac Optiq starts at $49,995 and the Rivian R2 at $44,990. Top EPA range is 317 vs. 330 miles.
The main differences
- Price: the Rivian R2 starts $5,305 lower with destination.
- Range: the Rivian R2 goes 13 miles farther at its best trim.
- Efficiency: the Rivian R2 gets 3.0 mi/kWh, the Cadillac Optiq 2.9.
Specs side by side
| Spec | Cadillac Optiq | Rivian R2 |
|---|---|---|
| Starting MSRP | $49,995 | $44,990 |
| Destination | $1,795 | $1,495 |
| EPA range | 278–317 mi | 330 mi |
| Winter estimate | ~195–222 mi | ~231 mi |
| Efficiency | 2.9 mi/kWh | 3.0 mi/kWh |
| Battery | 85 kWh | 87.9 kWh |
| Peak DC | 150 kW | Not confirmed |
| 10–80% | Not confirmed | 30 min |
| Charge port | NACS | NACS |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Battery warranty | 8 yr / 100,000 mi, 75% capacity | 8 yr / 120,000 mi, 70% capacity |
| NHTSA overall | Not rated | Not rated |