Cadillac Announces That Vistiq Ain’t Cheap

If you’re in the market for an upscale, all-electric three-row crossover, your choices are pretty damn good right now. You could buy a Rivian R1S, a Tesla Model X, a Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV, a Volvo EX90, or you could pre-order a Lucid Gravity. However, if you have a very specific desire and are willing to wait a little bit longer, you can get Vistiq. Yes, a new competitor’s entering this heated arena, and Vistiq seems like it has a lot to offer.

In case you’re curious about Vistiq, it’s Cadillac’s three-row electric crossover, an offering not quite as long-and-strong as the Escalade IQ, but the right sort of size to settle down with. A claimed 615 horsepower and 650 lb.-ft. of torque give Vistiq the thrust to go from zero-to-60 mph in 3.7 seconds, but that’s more of a locker room brag than anything. What really matters is that with a 102 kWh battery pack and a claimed range of 300 miles, you’ll be able to ride Vistiq all around town. However, all this promised cruising pleasure comes at a price. To riff off of Kendrick Lamar, Vistiq ain’t free.

If you’re in the market for a three-row electric crossover, $78,790 will get your hands on Vistiq, although you are getting the base model for that money. Still, the standard Luxury trim features some nice stuff, like heated and ventilated and massaging front seats, a panoramic sunroof, a 360-degree camera system, Super Cruise hands-free Level 2 advanced driver assistance, a 23-speaker AKG-branded audio system. That’s a whole lot on offer, but in case you don’t find yourself satisfied with that, the options list for Vistiq goes deep.

[Ed Note: …should I allow this or not….? Aw, sure, let’s let the youngster have fun. -DT]. 

Want Vistiq to have more presence? Then you’d be eyeing the $79,290 Vistiq Sport with its blacked-out trim and unique frontal treatment. By trimming the distractions, Cadillac’s allowed the natural lines of Vistiq to pop in a manner those interested in taking one home might find mighty appealing.

Seeking a smoother ride from Vistiq? You might want to step on up to the $93,290 Premium Luxury trim with its air ride and continuously adaptive damping. Sure, that’s a whole lot more money than the entry-level trim, but there’s more than just fancy suspension to make the daily grind a little more pleasurable. Four-wheel steering should make it easier to get in and out of tight spots, while second-row captain’s chairs, blue quilted upholstery, and a sueded headliner all ought to make Vistiq feel real nice. Bringing some extra toys into the equation, there’s an augmented reality HUD to keep your eyes on the prize, night vision for when you’re feeling adventurous, and a 19.2 kW onboard Level 2 charger to make it faster to get up and go again.

However, just when you thought it was over, Cadillac’s gone and topped it off. Vistiq Platinum, anyone? This $97,890 trim level towers over the rest of the range, combining the sleek looks of the Sport trim with the full-featuredness of the Premium Luxury trim to be the ultimate version of Vistiq. The best Vistiq can be, if you will. With Brembo brakes, body-color arch trims, brown or black upholstery, and 22-inch black chrome wheels, it seems like a flex more than anything. Extra-plush floor mats finish off the Platinum treatment, and while vinyl is a safer choice for unexpected spills, some people just love the feeling of carpet with Vistiq.

With plenty of room, the right size of footprint, and enough range to stretch getaways out, I’ve got a feeling that a whole lot of people are gonna love Vistiq. Expect Vistiq to rise up the sales charts in early 2025, as that’s when Vistiq’s expected to hit the streets. Wait, the emphasis is on the second syllable, right?

(Photo credits: Cadillac)

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