2026 Cadillac OPTIQ Charging Cost Calculator
The Cadillac OPTIQ is Cadillac's compact luxury electric SUV, bringing the brand's signature style and Super Cruise technology to a more accessible size.
MSRP
$54,000
$46,500 after credit
EPA Range
300 mi
85 kWh battery
Annual Charging
$599
$0.05/mile
Annual Savings
$957
vs gas car
Calculate Your Cadillac OPTIQ Charging Cost
Customize your state, annual miles, gas price, and comparison MPG for personalized cost estimates.
Monthly Charging
$49.92
Annual Charging
$599
Cost Per Mile
$0.050
Annual Savings
$957
Cadillac OPTIQ vs Gas Car: Annual Fuel Cost
Annual Savings
$957
5-Year Savings
$4,783
MPG Equivalent
108 MPGe
Efficiency Gain
4.0x
Based on 12,000 miles/year, $3.50/gallon, 27 MPG gas car, 16¢/kWh electricity.
Cadillac OPTIQ Charging Options
Level 1 (120V)
61h
Standard outlet, full charge
4 miles/hour added
~1.4 kW charging power
Cost: $13.60 per full charge
Level 2 (240V)
11h
Home charger, full charge
25 miles/hour added
~7.7 kW charging power
Cost: $13.60 per full charge
Recommended for home use
DC Fast (190 kW)
36min
10% to 80% charge
10.1 miles/minute added
CCS connector
Cost: ~$34.00 per full charge
Cadillac OPTIQ Tax Credits & Incentives
Federal EV Tax Credit
The Cadillac OPTIQ qualifies for up to $7,500 in federal tax credits, reducing the effective price from $54,000 to $46,500.
MSRP
$54,000
Tax Credit
-$7,500
Effective Price
$46,500
Home Charger ROI for Cadillac OPTIQ
Why Home Charging?
- ✓60-70% cheaper than DC fast charging
- ✓Charge overnight — wake up to a full battery
- ✓Off-peak rates can save an extra 20-40%
- ✓Better for battery longevity than frequent DC fast charging
2026 Cadillac OPTIQ Specifications
| Category | Compact Luxury SUV |
| MSRP | $54,000 |
| EPA Range | 300 miles |
| Battery | 85 kWh |
| Efficiency | 31.2 kWh/100 mi |
| MPGe | 108 MPGe |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| 0-60 mph | 5.8 sec |
| Seats | 5 |
| Cargo | 26 cu ft |
| Charging Port | CCS |
| DC Fast Charge Rate | 190 kW |
Key Features
Cadillac OPTIQ vs Competitors
| Vehicle | Range | MSRP | Efficiency | Annual Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadillac OPTIQ | 300 mi | $54,000 | 31.2 kWh | $599 |
| BMW iX1 | 272 mi | $48,975 | 26.2 kWh | $503 |
| Lexus RZ 450e | 266 mi | $55,150 | 29.5 kWh | $566 |
| Volvo EX40 | 254 mi | $36,350 | 29.9 kWh | $574 |
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How Much Does It Cost to Charge a 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ?
The 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ is a compact luxury suv with a 85 kWh battery pack providing an EPA-estimated range of 300 miles. At 16 cents/kWh, a full charge costs approximately $13.60. Driving 12,000 miles per year, the annual charging cost is approximately $599.
Compared to a gas vehicle averaging 27 MPG at $3.50 per gallon, the Cadillac OPTIQ saves $957 annually in fuel costs. Over 5 years, that adds up to $4,783 in savings. With a fuel efficiency equivalent of 108 MPGe, the Cadillac OPTIQ is approximately 4.0x more efficient than the average gas car.
Most Cadillac OPTIQ owners charge at home using a Level 2 (240V) charger, which takes approximately 11 hours for a full charge. For road trips, the Cadillac OPTIQ supports DC fast charging at up to 190 kW via its CCS port, adding approximately 10.1 miles of range per minute of charging.
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