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2026 Cadillac OPTIQ

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2026 OPTIQ.

The 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ Overview presents the upcoming model as a thorough examination of Cadillac’s latest offering, detailing its body configuration, platform foundation, and powertrain while highlighting a distinctive feature that differentiates it within the lineup. It situates the model year within the vehicle’s broader reliability narrative, underscoring a track record that supports continued confidence in its long‑term performance. The overview also reflects on how this model year builds upon previous iterations, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to durability and engineering consistency.

Model year20262025

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length189.8 in
Overall width75.2 in
Overall height64.6 in
Wheelbase116.1 in
Curb weight5203 lb
Track (front / rear)63.8 / 63.8 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)50/50

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the OPTIQ of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

4.4 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 4.40 sec — 2026 Premium Sport
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2026Premium Sport Elec 85.0-kWh4.40 sec13.00 sec300 hpAWD
2025Sport 2 Elec 85.0-kWh5.50 sec14.40 sec300 hpAWD
2025Luxury 2 Elec 85.0-kWh5.70 sec14.60 sec300 hpAWD

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

2
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
118
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 2 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

25V704000Tires:Tread/BeltReported 16/10/2025

General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Cadillac Optic and 2025-2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV vehicles equipped with 21-inch Continental all-season tires. One or more of these tires may experience partial or… Remedy: Dealers will inspect all four tires and replace those manufactured during DOT week 4024, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may…

26V114000Equipment:Other:Owners/Service/Other ManualReported 26/02/2026

General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ… Remedy: Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic owner’s manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 118 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
N2525346802026-07-16Visibility/WiperCustomer Satisfaction Program. Certain vehicles listed above may experience delamination…
PIC6628E2026-07-10Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary information communicates to the technician the repair direction needed…
661.302026-06-23Unknown Or Other• Improvements to system responsiveness • Improvements to camera image clarity • Fixes to…
PIT5966F2026-06-23Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary information communicates an issue with an OTA pending message still…
PIP6021C2026-06-18Unknown Or OtherThis Preliminary Information communicates that, under certain conditions, a MIL…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

VIN tools

Decode factory build data for a specific vehicle by VIN.

VIN
Decode a VIN to confirm the transmission and build data for a specific OPTIQ. OEM
Build data
Plant, GVWR class, engine and body data for any 17-character VIN.
Recalls
Check open recall campaigns against a specific vehicle by VIN.

Reference guides

Cross-vehicle references for the kinds of data on this page.

Frequently asked

Does the 2026 OPTIQ have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.