Vehicle comparison
Acura ZDX vs Cadillac Lyriq
Side-by-side fuel and ownership cost comparison. Estimates use 12,000 mi/year at average US gas and electricity prices.
- Updated for 2026
- EPA-style MPG
- US avg fuel prices
- EV rates vary by state
- Transparent assumptions
Lowest running cost
Cadillac Lyriq wins on fuel cost
At 12,000 miles per year, the Cadillac Lyriq costs about $686 per year, roughly $82 less than the Acura ZDX. Over 5 years, that's about $411 in fuel savings.
Spec & cost comparison
MPG/MPGe figures are estimates based on typical recent model years.
| Spec | Acura ZDX | Cadillac Lyriq |
|---|---|---|
| Type | EV | EV |
| Fuel | Electric | Electric |
| City MPG/MPGe | 89 | 96 |
| Highway MPG/MPGe | 77 | 89 |
| Combined MPG/MPGe | 83 | 93 |
| Battery (kWh) | 102 kWh | 102 kWh |
| Energy cost | $0.16/kWh | $0.16/kWh |
| Cost per mile | $0.064 | $0.057 |
Annual cost at 8k / 12k / 15k miles
Estimated yearly charging spend at common US mileage levels.
| Miles/year | Acura ZDX | Cadillac Lyriq | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8,000 | $512/yr · $43/mo | $457/yr · $38/mo | $55 (Cadillac Lyriq) |
| 12,000 | $768/yr · $64/mo | $686/yr · $57/mo | $82 (Cadillac Lyriq) |
| 15,000 | $960/yr · $80/mo | $857/yr · $71/mo | $103 (Cadillac Lyriq) |
Estimates only. Real costs depend on driving style, terrain, local gas/electricity prices and weather.
Which one is best for…
Best for commuting
Cadillac Lyriq
Highest combined MPG/MPGe and lowest cost per mile means cheaper daily driving.
See Cadillac LyriqBest for road trips
Cadillac Lyriq
Better highway efficiency, larger tank/battery and longer range between stops.
See Cadillac LyriqBest for families
Cadillac Lyriq
SUVs, minivans and three-row vehicles win on space and child-seat flexibility.
See Cadillac LyriqBest for lowest running cost
Cadillac Lyriq
Cheaper energy use and lower cost per mile at every common mileage tier.
See Cadillac LyriqHow we compare these vehicles
- Annual mileage
- Modeled at 12,000 mi/yr unless a scenario specifies otherwise.
- Cost per mile
- $/gal ÷ MPG, or $/kWh ÷ (MPGe ÷ 33.7) for EVs.
- EV vs gas
- Compared at average US gas and residential electricity prices — fast-charging can be 2–3× higher.
- Maintenance
- Fuel cost only — EVs typically save another $400–$1,000/yr in service and brake wear.
Sources & assumptions
- EPA fuel economy data — City / highway / combined MPG and MPGe baselines.
- U.S. Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov) — Vehicle efficiency and EV range references.
- AAA gas price trends — Recent national and regional retail fuel averages.
- EIA electricity rates — Average residential per-kWh prices used for EV charging.
We summarize publicly available data — no scraping, no external API calls. Figures are calibrated periodically; use the calculators above for your exact inputs.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to drive, the Acura ZDX or Cadillac Lyriq?
At 12,000 miles per year, the Cadillac Lyriq costs about $686 per year vs $768 for the Acura ZDX — roughly $82 less per year.
What's the MPG difference between the Acura ZDX and Cadillac Lyriq?
The Acura ZDX is rated around 83 combined MPGe versus 93 MPGe for the Cadillac Lyriq. Highway figures are 77 vs 89.
How much will I spend on charging over 5 years?
Driving 12,000 miles a year for five years, expect about $3840 for the Acura ZDX and $3429 for the Cadillac Lyriq, a difference of roughly $411.
Is the Acura ZDX or Cadillac Lyriq better for commuting?
For pure cost per mile, the Cadillac Lyriq wins. EVs charged at home typically deliver the lowest commuting cost, followed by hybrids and efficient compacts.
Which one is better for road trips?
Cadillac Lyriq is generally the better road-trip choice — gas and hybrid vehicles win on long highway routes thanks to faster refueling, while EVs work best when charging stops fit your route.
Are these fuel cost numbers accurate for my driving?
They're estimates based on EPA-style combined MPG and average US gas and electricity prices. Real-world cost depends on local fuel prices, driving style, terrain, weather and how much city vs highway driving you do.