2026 Cadillac VISTIQ
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.

- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV
- Engines
- Electric motor
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- EV
- EV range
- 305 mi · 7 h on 240 V
- Length
- 205.5 in
- Curb weight
- 6,338 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 4 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Long EV rangeUp to 305 miles on a charge (EPA).
- Lots of standard safety tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 26 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ is a standard SUV powered by electricity and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 206 inches long and 87 inches wide on a 122-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 6,338 lb.
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 305 miles and takes about 7 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Springhill, Tennessee
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2026 VISTIQ configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV | 205.5 in | 86.6 in | 70.9 in | 121.7 in | 66.5 / 66.1 in | 6,338 lb | 50/50 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
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| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VISTIQ (11 kW Charger) EV | 155 and 220 kW AC Induction | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 305 mi · 39.3469 kWh/100mi | – | $900 | – |
| VISTIQ (19 kW Charger) EV | 155 and 220 kW AC Induction | Automatic (A1) | All-Wheel Drive | 300 mi · 39.3469 kWh/100mi | – | $900 | – |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ.
Similar 2026 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ (this car) | 305 mi | Not rated | 4 |
| 2026 Land Rover Range Rover | 23 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2026 Volvo XC90 | 27 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Audi Q7 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Tesla Model X | 352 mi | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus LX | 20 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Lexus GX | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (4)
Seats › Mid/Rear Assembly › Power Adjust · Jun 18, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V394000 · 14,540 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2026-2027 Cadillac Vistiq vehicles. When the power fold feature is activated, the third-row power seatback may fail to reverse when enountering a person.
- Risk
- A person, especially a child, may be trapped by a rear powered seatback, increasing their risk of injury.
- Fix
- Dealers will reprogram the software for the folding seat module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 6, 2026. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N262555780. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on June 18, 2026.
Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual · Feb 26, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V114000 · 5,861 vehicles
- Problem
- 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, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, âOccupant Protection.â
- Risk
- Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic ownerâs manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.
Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual · Nov 25, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V819000 · 94 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac Vistiq electric vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, âChild Restraint Anchorage Systems.â
- Risk
- Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will reset the vehicle radio which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic ownerâs manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 30, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is A252516680. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 25, 2025.
Electrical System › Propulsion System › Traction Battery · Jul 24, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V483000 · 53 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors (GM) is recalling certain 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ vehicles and 2025 Cadillac LYRIQ vehicles. The bolts attaching the high voltage battery to the interior floor may be missing or loose.
- Risk
- An improperly secured battery may become damaged in a crash, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect the high-voltage battery bolts and replace or re-tighten the bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are scheduled to be mailed September 8, 2025. Owners may contact Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. GM's number for this recall is N252511300.
Not every 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other VISTIQ years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 VISTIQ | 305 mi | – | Not rated | 0 | 3 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Cadillac. How we calculate this →