2027 Cadillac Optiq-V: What Changed, What Stayed, and What to Know

Walworth County drivers who want a fast electric SUV will find it in the 2027 Cadillac Optiq-V, Cadillac's fifth-generation V-Series, with 519 horsepower, 650 lb-ft of torque, standard all-wheel drive, and an EPA-estimated 278 miles of range, at Kunes Chevrolet Cadillac of Delavan.

The Optiq-V is a carryover year with light updates, including a new NACS-to-J1772 adapter, a renamed Black interior color, and small price increases that U.S. News reports on several Optiq trims. This guide covers what changed, what stayed the same, and how the V differs from the standard Optiq.

Charging gets a small convenience update for 2027. Cadillac added a NACS-to-J1772 adapter, which lets owners with an existing J1772 home charger use it with the Optiq's standard NACS port. Inside, Cadillac simplified the Noir interior color name to Black.

The bigger changes arrived for 2026, when the Optiq-V joined the lineup, rear-wheel drive became the standard setup on the regular Optiq, and a native NACS charge port debuted. If you see those listed as new for 2027, they carry forward from last year.

The Optiq-V keeps its dual-motor all-wheel-drive powertrain, which makes 519 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque, and the same 85-kWh battery that sits under every Optiq. It also keeps the 33-inch curved display with Google built in, a 19-speaker AKG audio system, Super Cruise hands-free driving assistance (listed as standard by Autoblog), and seating for five.

V-Series is Cadillac's performance line, and Cadillac calls the Optiq-V a fifth-generation V-Series. The company says its engineers reengineered the chassis and drive systems for the V, which is why it adds a sport-tuned chassis, quicker steering, and upgraded brakes on top of the extra power.

The standard Optiq makes 315 horsepower with rear-wheel drive or 440 horsepower with dual-motor all-wheel drive. The V adds 79 more horsepower than the strongest regular Optiq and a lot more torque (650 lb-ft versus 498), and it comes with all-wheel drive as standard.

Cadillac also reworked the chassis. The V gets an adaptive active suspension, a sport-tuned chassis, quicker steering, 21-inch wheels in place of the regular model's 20s, and six-piston Brembo front brakes with 15.35-inch rotors. Published specs list the V at 5,342 pounds, which is heavier than the standard model.

Cadillac estimates a 0-to-60-mph time of 3.5 seconds in Velocity Max, and MotorTrend measured 3.4 seconds in its own testing. Launch Control helps drivers use all that power from a stop, and V-Mode gives quick access to performance settings for throttle response, suspension, and steering feel.

Cadillac lists an EPA-estimated 278 miles of range for the Optiq-V with standard 11.5-kW charging, and 250 miles when it is equipped with the available Charging and Convenience Package 2. That compares with up to 317 miles for a rear-wheel-drive Optiq, so the V trades range for power.

Home charging adds up to 31 miles of range in about an hour at 11.5 kW, and published listings estimate about 9.5 hours for a full charge on a 240-volt charger. Peak DC fast charging is 150 kW. Cadillac claims 76 miles in 10 minutes under ideal conditions, and MotorTrend's testing found 68 miles in 15 minutes for the Optiq-V, so most owners will plan on charging at home.

The cabin centers on the 33-inch curved display with Google built in. Like the rest of the Optiq lineup, the V does not offer Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, so it relies on the built-in Google system for maps and apps. Ask us to walk you through the screen, the driver-assistance features, and the V-Series details on the one you want.

Kelley Blue Book's listing for the Optiq-V includes blind-spot alert, a collision warning system, pedestrian detection, a surround-view camera, and a driver attention monitor, along with a full set of airbags. Ask us which driver-assistance features come on the Optiq-V you want.

Cadillac lists the 2027 Optiq-V at a starting MSRP of $67,500, before the destination freight charge, tax, title, license, dealer fees, and optional equipment. The dealer sets the final price. Options and packages cost more, so ask us for the current price on the Optiq-V you want.

Cadillac backs the Optiq-V with a 4-year, 50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper limited warranty, and GM covers the high-voltage battery for 8 years or 100,000 miles. Ask us about No Fear.

The Optiq-V competes with compact performance electric SUVs such as the Genesis GV60 Performance and the Tesla Model Y Performance. Its pitch is Cadillac luxury, a V-Series chassis, and standard Super Cruise, while charging speed is where it trails some rivals. Test-drive them back to back and compare the ride and the cabin yourself.

Choose a regular Optiq for the longest range, the lowest starting price, and an easier-going character. Choose the Optiq-V if acceleration, braking, and handling matter most, and if you can charge at home. The V is also the only Optiq with standard all-wheel drive.

The Optiq-V suits shoppers who want an electric SUV that feels special to drive, who have a place to plug in at home, and who are comfortable with around 280 miles of range. If you regularly drive long distances away from fast chargers, compare its 150-kW peak charging speed with rivals before you decide.

Kunes Chevrolet Cadillac of Delavan can tell you about Optiq-V availability and timing. Ask our team what to expect.

Cadillac lists the 2027 Optiq-V at a starting MSRP of $67,500, before the destination freight charge, tax, title, license, dealer fees, and optional equipment. The dealer sets the final price.

No. It carries over with a new NACS-to-J1772 adapter and a renamed Black interior color.

519 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque from a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system.

Cadillac estimates 0 to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds in Velocity Max, and MotorTrend measured 3.4 seconds.

Cadillac lists an EPA-estimated 278 miles, or 250 miles with the available Charging and Convenience Package 2.

Peak DC fast charging is 150 kW, and home charging at 11.5 kW adds up to 31 miles of range in about an hour.

Yes. The Optiq has a native NACS port, and a new NACS-to-J1772 adapter helps owners with J1772 chargers.

No. The Optiq lineup uses Google built in and does not offer Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.

Six-piston Brembo front brakes with 15.35-inch rotors.

Yes. Kunes Chevrolet Cadillac of Delavan, in nearby Delavan, sells new Cadillac models and can tell you about Optiq-V availability.

Autoblog lists Super Cruise as standard across the Optiq lineup. Ask us to confirm the equipment on the exact Optiq-V you are considering.

The Optiq-V seats five.

21-inch wheels, compared with 20-inch wheels on the regular Optiq.

Kunes Chevrolet Cadillac of Delavan is at 1231 Geneva St, Delavan, WI 53115, an easy drive from Lake Geneva, Janesville, Beloit, Elkhorn, and the northern Illinois suburbs. Stop in to ask about the Optiq-V and your trade (a spec sheet cannot tell you what 519 horsepower feels like in an electric SUV). The map below shows the way. We make it EASY!