The compact luxury EV segment keeps getting more competitive, and the Cadillac OPTIQ and Genesis GV60 are two of its sharpest contenders. Both offer dual-motor all-wheel drive, upscale interiors and enough range to handle a full day of driving. For buyers cross-shopping these two crossovers, the real story is in the specs: range, cargo room, size and the driver assistance technology that changes how a highway drive feels.

This comparison lines up the 2026 OPTIQ AWD against the 2026 GV60 Sport AWD using verified specifications, so buyers can see exactly where each vehicle stands before making a decision. Both are dual-motor AWD models built for year-round Manitoba driving, and the numbers below make the differences clear.

OPTIQ AWD vs GV60 Sport AWD: The Key Numbers

More Range and More Room in the OPTIQ

The 2026 OPTIQ AWD carries an NRCan-rated 488 km of range, 82 km more than the GV60 Sport AWD’s 406 km. That extra range comes alongside more interior space. At 4,821 mm long, the OPTIQ stretches 276 mm beyond the GV60’s 4,545 mm overall length, and that translates directly into more cargo room in both configurations: 744 L versus 680 L with the seats up, and 1,603 L versus 1,550 L with them folded flat.

• 488 km of NRCan-rated range, 82 km more than the GV60 Sport AWD
• 744 L of cargo space with the seats up, and 1,603 L with them folded, ahead of the GV60 in both measurements
• An overall length of 4,821 mm, 276 mm longer than the GV60 for extra cabin and cargo room
• An NRCan-estimated $760 annual energy cost, $79 less than the GV60 Sport AWD’s $839 per year

That combination of extra space and longer range makes daily errands, road trips and winter driving noticeably easier without adding bulk to the vehicle’s overall footprint.

Hands-Free Driving on the Highway

Every 2026 OPTIQ comes standard with Super Cruise, a true hands-free driver assistance system usable on more than 640,000 kilometres of compatible highways across Canada and the United States. The GV60 pairs its Highway Driving Assist II with hands-on steering requirements, so drivers keep their hands on the wheel even with the system active. The OPTIQ also includes Google built-in infotainment with native Google Maps and Google Assistant, standard across the lineup. Additional standard driver assistance features include adaptive cruise control, Blind Zone Steering Assist and Forward Collision Alert, adding extra confidence on winter highways.

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For drivers who want more interior and cargo room, longer range between charges, and hands-free highway driving, the 2026 OPTIQ AWD is the stronger pick. It out-ranges the GV60 by a wide margin and offers more usable space in every configuration. The GV60 remains an option worth noting for buyers chasing peak Boost-mode power and a higher standard towing rating in a smaller footprint, but the OPTIQ covers more of what Manitoba drivers actually need day to day.

Test Drive the 2026 OPTIQ at McNaught Cadillac

Reserve a test drive of the 2026 OPTIQ at McNaught Cadillac in Winnipeg to see the extra cargo room and Super Cruise for yourself.