What EV Charger Do You Need for a 2023 Cadillac Lyriq?
| Trim | Accepts | Charger | Breaker |
|---|---|---|---|
| with the 19.2 kW charger option | 19.2 kW / 80 A | 80 A | 100 A |
| with the standard 11.5 kW charger | 11.5 kW / 48 A | 48 A | 60 A |
Many buyers purchase a generic home unit that wastes money because it exceeds what their vehicle can accept. Your charging setup depends entirely on which onboard module came with your vehicle. The variant with the standard 11.5 kW charger maxes out at 48 amps. Buyers with the 19.2 kW charger option need an 80 amp setup to hit peak speeds.
The numbers
| Maximum AC charging rate | 19.2 kW (80 A) on the fastest trim. See the table above for yours |
|---|---|
| Charge port | J1772 |
| Full charge on Level 2 (fastest trim) | about 6.1 hours |
| Range added per hour (Level 2) (fastest trim) | about 51 miles |
| Full charge on a 120 V outlet | about 82 hours |
| Range added per hour (120 V) | about 3.8 miles |
| EPA rated range | 312 miles |
| Energy for a full charge | about 117.6 kWh at the wall |
Why 80 amps and not more
Matching the onboard charger avoids wasted hardware costs and slow turnaround times. Pumping 80 amps into the optional high output variant fills the 117.6 kWh battery in 6.1 hours at a rate of 51 miles of range per hour. The standard 48 amp variant pulls less power, so forcing 80 amps at it yields zero benefit because the car caps the intake. Buying a smaller unit than your onboard charger handles extends your overnight plug in times unnecessarily. Pick the tier your specific window sticker names and stop there.
What the install involves
Both configurations demand a hardwired installation because no standard residential wall outlet handles these amperage draws. The 80 amp variant requires a heavy 100 amp circuit paired with a matching breaker in your main panel. Standard 48 amp models scale down to a 60 amp breaker. Call an electrician to pull thick copper wire, land it on the new breaker, and verify your main service panel has spare capacity for the load.
Chargers that match this car
The first unit matches your car's full 80 A. The others are slightly slower but cost less.
These suit the with the 19.2 kW charger option trim at 80 A. If you have the with the standard 11.5 kW charger, a 48 A unit is all you need.
One of the few home units that can feed an 80 A car. Needs a 100 A circuit.
Adjustable from 16 A to 50 A in the app, which helps if your panel is tight.
Energy monitoring built in. Hardwire it for the full 48 A.
Worth having as well
Common questions
- Can I plug this car into a standard wall outlet?
- Yes, but Level 1 charging delivers a painfully slow 3.8 miles of range per hour. Filling the battery from empty this way takes 82 hours. You need a Level 2 setup for daily driving.
- What plug type does the car use?
- Every non Tesla EV sold in North America through 2024 uses the J1772 connector for AC Level 2 charging. The port sits on the driver side front quarter panel.
- Why does the EPA charge time differ from the peak rate?
- The EPA test does not always run at the car's peak AC rate due to testing protocols and grid limitations. Expect 6.5 hours on the EPA cycle versus 6.1 hours at absolute maximum power.
- Do I need a special adapter to use Tesla destination chargers?
- You can buy a J1772 adapter rated for 80 amps to plug into Tesla hardware. This gives you access to destination chargers while traveling.
Other vehicles
Charging times derived from EPA data for the 2023 Cadillac Lyriq (covering 2 EPA trim listings). Electrical requirements follow NEC 625.41, which sizes a circuit at 125% of a continuous load. Always have a licensed electrician verify your panel.