13:29 09-12-2025

Cadillac Lyriq named Best Premium Car 2025 by DRIVEN Car Guide

The electric crossover Cadillac Lyriq has been named Best Premium Car 2025 in the annual ranking by the respected New Zealand DRIVEN Car Guide. The win propels the model into the final stage for the top honor—Car of the Year.

The judging panel highlighted its standout traits: brisk on-road performance, high-caliber body assembly and cabin trim, and a raft of innovative features. They pointed to a contemporary interior built around a massive 33-inch high-resolution LED display that unites the infotainment suite with the instrument cluster. The premium AKG audio system’s sound was also singled out as a clear strength. In practice, this mix of polish and forward-looking tech makes the Lyriq feel convincingly upmarket.

Jessa Bala, General Motors’ managing director for Australia and New Zealand, said the award underscores Lyriq’s role in shaping Cadillac’s image as a leader among luxury electric vehicles, noting that the win reflects how the brand’s innovations resonate with demanding premium buyers of the next generation. Taken together, the recognition feels less like a surprise and more like a natural step in the model’s trajectory.