2026 Cadillac OPTIQ: Luxury Trim or Sport Trim — What's the Difference?

The 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ enters the compact luxury electric crossover segment with two entry trims that share the same starting price, the same powertrain, and the same technology — yet look and feel quite different from one another. If you're narrowing your choice between the Luxury and Sport trims, the decision comes down to one thing: your personal style.

Both the OPTIQ Luxury and OPTIQ Sport are built on an 85 kWh battery with a standard single-motor rear-wheel-drive system producing 315 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque. Both offer an available Dual Motor AWD upgrade with 440 hp and 498 lb-ft. Both come standard with Super Cruise hands-free driver assistance, a 33-inch advanced LED display, and a 19-speaker AKG Studio audio system with Dolby Atmos capability. So where do they actually differ? Let's break it down.

The OPTIQ Luxury Trim

The Luxury trim leans into Cadillac's classic elegance. On the outside, it wears Galvano Chrome detailing — a brighter, warmer metallic accent that runs along the grille surround and exterior trim. The Luxury-specific grille features an illuminated Black Crystal design with the Cadillac crest front and centre.

Standard 20-inch Pearl Nickel painted alloy wheels with aero inserts complete the refined look, paired with 245/50R20 all-season self-sealing tires. High Gloss Black mouldings appear on the upper door area only, giving the Luxury a cleaner two-tone profile along the sides.

Inside, Inteluxe seating surfaces come standard with heated front seats, driver and passenger massage, an 8-way power driver seat, 6-way power passenger seat, 4-way lumbar support, and driver memory. A fixed full glass roof is standard, along with wireless phone charging, a 110-V outlet, and 5G Wi-Fi hotspot connectivity.

• Exterior accent: Galvano Chrome detailing
• Wheels: 20-inch Pearl Nickel with aero inserts
• Door mouldings: High Gloss Black on upper area only
• Available styling packages: Black roof (two-tone), Cargo Convenience Package

The OPTIQ Sport Trim

The Sport trim takes a darker, more assertive approach to the same vehicle. Obsidian Chrome replaces the Galvano Chrome detailing, and the Sport-specific grille — also illuminated Black Crystal with the Cadillac crest — has its own distinct pattern. The visual tone shifts noticeably.

Standard 20-inch Dark Android painted alloy wheels with aero inserts replace the Pearl Nickel finish, and High Gloss Black mouldings wrap all around the doors rather than just the upper section. The result is a bolder, more monochromatic exterior that emphasizes the OPTIQ's athletic silhouette.

Where the Sport really separates itself is in available appearance options. The Onyx Package, Gloss Black Nameplates, Obsidian Chrome mirror caps, and Black wheel centre caps are all exclusive to Sport (and Premium Sport). Drivers who want a fully blacked-out look will find far more options here. Available 21-inch Bronze alloy or 21-inch Gloss Black alloy wheels with 275/40R21 all-season self-sealing tires add another layer of visual impact.

Inside, the Sport matches the Luxury feature-for-feature: the same Inteluxe seating, same heated front seats with massage, same seat adjustments and memory, and the same technology and connectivity suite. The Sport also offers an available Onyx interior package for an even darker cabin atmosphere.

• Exterior accent: Obsidian Chrome detailing
• Wheels: 20-inch Dark Android with aero inserts (21-inch Bronze or Gloss Black available)
• Door mouldings: High Gloss Black all around
• Available styling packages: Onyx Package, Gloss Black Nameplates, Obsidian Chrome mirror caps, Black roof (two-tone), Cargo Convenience Package

At a Glance: Luxury vs. Sport

Shared Features Worth Noting

No matter which trim you choose, the OPTIQ delivers the same core driving and ownership experience. Both trims ride on a 2,946 mm wheelbase and offer 744 litres of cargo space behind the second row (1,603 litres with rear seats folded). A native NACS charging inlet — new for 2026 — provides direct access to over 21,500 DC fast chargers across North America.

The safety and driver assistance suite is identical across both trims: Enhanced Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Alert, Front Pedestrian and Bicyclist Braking, Intersection Automatic Emergency Braking, Reverse Automatic Braking, Rear Cross Traffic Braking, HD Surround Vision, Adaptive Cruise Control, Enhanced Automatic Parking Assist, and Super Cruise with the latest 2026 enhancements including Google Maps lane guidance on compatible roads.

Both trims also share the same 11.5 kW standard onboard charger, with a 19.2 kW upgrade available. A Dual Level Charge Cord comes standard, and CCS1, J1772, and NACS adapters are available for maximum charging flexibility.

Which One Is Right for You?

If you prefer a brighter, more traditional luxury look with clean chrome accents, the Luxury trim delivers exactly that. It's refined without being flashy, and it carries every feature you need in a modern electric crossover.

If you gravitate toward darker finishes, sportier wheel options, and the ability to customize with packages like the Onyx Package and Gloss Black Nameplates, the Sport trim gives you more room to personalize your OPTIQ's appearance. The mechanical experience is the same — it's the visual identity that changes.

For drivers in the Brossard area, both trims handle Quebec winters with the same capability. The available Dual Motor AWD system with 440 hp and 498 lb-ft makes either version a confident choice for Rive-Sud roads and beyond.

See the OPTIQ Luxury and Sport at Brossard Cadillac

The best way to tell these two trims apart is to see them side by side. Visit the team at Brossard Cadillac in Brossard to explore both the Luxury and Sport in person and find the one that matches your style.