The Chevrolet Bolt and the Cadillac OPTIQ are both SUV-class EVs. On the numbers, the Cadillac OPTIQ has the longer range. Here is the full side-by-side, what each does best, and who should pick which.
| Chevrolet Bolt | Cadillac OPTIQ | |
|---|---|---|
| EPA range (max) | 262 mi | 317 mi |
| DC fast charging (peak) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| 0-60 mph | 6.8s | 5.0s |
| Battery | 65 kWh | 85 kWh |
| Architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Towing | Not rated | 1,500 lbs |
| Body type | Crossover | SUV |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
No clear spec advantage in this matchup.
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Pick the Cadillac OPTIQ if you care most about longer range, quicker acceleration and towing. The Chevrolet Bolt has no clear spec advantage here, so the case for it rests on what a spec sheet does not show, like how it drives and the deal you can get. Try both.
By use: the Chevrolet Bolt suits budget-friendly, daily commute and first EV, and the Cadillac OPTIQ suits luxury, families, daily commute and first EV.
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The Cadillac OPTIQ has more range, rated up to 317 mi by the EPA vs 262 mi for the Chevrolet Bolt. Real-world range depends on the trim, wheels, speed and weather.
They are similar at a public fast charger: Chevrolet Bolt peaks at 150 kW and Cadillac OPTIQ at 150 kW. How long a stop takes also depends on the charger, the battery temperature and the state of charge.
The Cadillac OPTIQ is quicker at 5.0s to 60 mph vs 6.8s.
The Chevrolet Bolt is a good fit for budget-friendly, daily commute and first EV. The Cadillac OPTIQ is a good fit for luxury, families, daily commute and first EV.
Specs are manufacturer and EPA figures and vary by trim. Got a dealer quote? Run it through the free Deal-Checker.