What home charger does the Cadillac Lyriq need?
| Model years | Trims | Charger | Breaker |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 19kW Charger, V Series 19kW Charger | 80 A | 100 A |
| 2027 | 11kW Charger, V Series 11kW Charger | 48 A | 60 A |
| 2025-2026 | all trims | 48 A | 60 A |
| 2023-2024 | with the 19.2 kW charger option | 80 A | 100 A |
| 2023-2024 | with the standard 11.5 kW charger | 48 A | 60 A |
It depends on which onboard charger your Cadillac Lyriq has. Cars with the 19.2 kW charger can use an 80 A unit on a 100 A breaker, and cars with the 11.5 kW charger need 48 A on a 60 A breaker. The 11.5 kW charger is the standard one.
Why the amperage matters
Buying an 80 A charger for an 11.5 kW Lyriq wastes money, because the car will only draw 48 A. On a 19.2 kW car the 80 A unit earns its place: a 2027 with the bigger charger adds 45 to 52 miles of range per hour at 80 A, but only 27 to 31 on a 48 A unit.
Charging time by model year
| Year | EPA range | Level 2, miles per hour | Level 2, empty to full | 120 V, miles per hour |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 285 to 326 mi | 27 to 52 | 6.3 to 10.5 h | 3.4 to 3.9 |
| 2026 | 285 to 326 mi | 27 to 31 | 10.4 to 10.5 h | 3.4 to 3.9 |
| 2025 | 303 to 326 mi | 32 | 10.2 h | 4 |
| 2024 | 307 to 314 mi | 50* | 6.2 h* | 3.8 |
| 2023 | 307 to 312 mi | 51* | 6.1 h* | 3.8 |
Level 2 figures assume a charger that supplies the car's full rate. Where a year shows a range, it spans that year's trims. * Fastest trim. The lower-amperage trims take proportionally longer.
The 19.2 kW charger was an option on 2023 and 2024 cars, so check the window sticker or build sheet on a used one. The 2025 and 2026 cars use the 11.5 kW charger. In 2027 the choice returns, and the trim name says which one you have.
What the install involves
An 80 A charger needs a 100 A breaker and a hardwired connection, which many panels can't accommodate without a service upgrade. A 48 A charger needs a 60 A breaker and is also hardwired. Get the panel checked before choosing between them.
- 80 A charger: 100 A breaker, hardwired only.
- 48 A charger: 60 A breaker, hardwired, because no household receptacle is rated for a 48 A charger.
- Charge port, 2023-2024: J1772. Every non-Tesla EV sold in North America through 2024 uses the J1772 connector for AC Level 2 charging.
- Charge port, 2025-2027: J1772. From 2025 the industry is moving to the NACS port, and makers switch at different times. Some of these cars have a J1772 port and some have NACS with an adapter, so look at the port on your own car before choosing a charger's plug.
Chargers that fit the Cadillac Lyriq
Smallest adequate unit first. Every amp above what the car accepts is capacity it never uses.
80 A, for the 2027 Lyriq 19kW Charger, V Series 19kW Charger; 2023-2024 Lyriq with the 19.2 kW charger option
One of the few home units that can feed an 80 A car. Needs a 100 A circuit.
48 A, for the 2027 Lyriq 11kW Charger, V Series 11kW Charger; 2025-2026 Lyriq all trims; 2023-2024 Lyriq with the standard 11.5 kW charger
Energy monitoring built in. Hardwire it for the full 48 A.
Compact unit, good for tight garages.
Adjustable from 16 A to 50 A in the app, which helps if your panel is tight.
Worth having as well
Common questions
- How do I know if my Cadillac Lyriq has the 19.2 kW charger?
- On 2023 and 2024 cars it was an option, so check the window sticker or build sheet. On 2027 cars the trim name tells you.
- Does a used 2023 Cadillac Lyriq need a different charger from a 2026?
- Possibly. A 2023 with the optional 19.2 kW charger can use 80 A, while every 2026 takes 48 A.
- How long does a Cadillac Lyriq take to charge from empty?
- About 6.1 to 6.3 hours with the 19.2 kW charger at 80 A, and roughly 10.2 to 10.5 hours with the 11.5 kW charger.
- Is 120 V charging enough for a Cadillac Lyriq?
- Only for very short drives. It adds 3.4 to 4 miles of range per hour.
Other models
Range and efficiency come from EPA data for the Cadillac Lyriq, covering 10 EPA listings across 5 model years. Onboard charger ratings are from manufacturer specifications. Breakers follow NEC 625.41, which sizes a continuous load at 125%. Have a licensed electrician check your panel before buying.