How much does it cost to charge a Cadillac Lyriq at home in Vermont?
$27.70 for a full charge
- Per 100 miles
- $8.95
- A month at 1,000 miles
- $89.45
- Per mile
- 8.9¢
- Gas at 30 mpg, same miles
- $149.33
2026 Cadillac Lyriq RWD, EPA 36.6 kWh per 100 miles, at Vermont’s average rate of 24.4¢ per kWh (EIA, June 2026). Filling the 102.0 kWh battery from empty takes about 113 kWh from the wall at 90% charging efficiency. How we calculate this
Electricity versus gasoline
| Cadillac Lyriq | Gas car | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per 100 miles | $8.95 | $14.93 | $5.99 |
| A month (1,000 mi) | $89.45 | $149.33 | $59.88 |
| A year (12,000 mi) | $1,073.40 | $1,792.00 | $718.60 |
Home charging beats gas for this car as long as electricity costs less than 40.8¢ per kWh. Negative differences mean the gas car is cheaper. The 30 mpg comparison car is our assumption; see the methodology.
What it costs at other monthly mileages
| Miles a month | Energy | Electricity | Gas (30 mpg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 | 183 kWh | $44.73 | $74.67 |
| 750 | 275 kWh | $67.09 | $112.00 |
| 1,000 | 366 kWh | $89.45 | $149.33 |
| 1,500 | 549 kWh | $134.18 | $224.00 |
| 2,000 | 732 kWh | $178.90 | $298.67 |
Charging in Vermont compared with other states
Vermont’s residential rate is the 10th most expensive of 51 states and DC, 6.1¢ above the US average of 18.3¢ (+33%). Vermont’s rate is up 1.4¢ from June 2025 (23.0¢, +6.3%).
Ways to spend less
- Ask your utility about a time-of-use or EV rate and schedule charging for off-peak hours; the car or charger can do it automatically.
- Precondition the cabin while the car is still plugged in, so heating or cooling comes from the grid instead of the battery.
- Keep tires at the pressure on the door-jamb sticker; underinflated tires raise consumption.
- Drive 100 fewer miles a month: saves $8.95 at 24.4¢ per kWh.
Questions
How much does it cost to fully charge a Cadillac Lyriq in Vermont?
About $27.70. Filling the 102.0 kWh battery from empty takes about 113 kWh from the wall at 90% charging efficiency. at 24.4¢ per kWh.
How much does it cost to charge a Cadillac Lyriq per month?
About $89.45 a month at 1,000 miles (24.4¢ per kWh), or $1,073.40 a year in Vermont. At the EPA rating of 36.6 kWh per 100 miles, 1,000 miles take 366 kWh from the wall.
How much does it cost to charge a Cadillac Lyriq per mile?
8.9¢ a mile, or $8.95 per 100 miles in Vermont.
Is charging a Cadillac Lyriq cheaper than gas?
Yes in Vermont: $8.95 per 100 miles against $14.93 for a 30 mpg car at $4.48 a gallon (AAA, September 24, 2026). It stays cheaper as long as electricity costs less than 40.8¢ per kWh.
How many kWh does it take to charge a Cadillac Lyriq?
Filling the 102.0 kWh battery from empty takes about 113 kWh from the wall at 90% charging efficiency. Most charging sessions top up part of the battery, so a typical night uses less.
How does charging in Vermont compare with other states?
Vermont’s residential rate is the 10th most expensive of 51 states and DC, 6.1¢ above the US average of 18.3¢ (+33%). Vermont’s rate is up 1.4¢ from June 2025 (23.0¢, +6.3%).
Sources
- EPA rating carrier: RWD 100/83/92 MPGe city/hwy/combined
- EPA rating carrier: 102 kWh battery; RWD up to 326 mi EPA; AWD 319 or 303 mi
- U.S. EPA and DOE, fueleconomy.gov (official ratings; verify here)
- AAA, national average price of regular gasoline, September 24, 2026
- U.S. Energy Information Administration, Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A: average price of electricity to ultimate customers, residential, June 2026 Figures transcribed from republications of this table on September 26, 2026; pending direct verification from the EIA API.
- Carrier page: June 2026 residential average price, citing EIA Electric Power Monthly Table 5.6.A
Usage assumptions (hours a day, season) are ours and listed on the methodology page. Found an error? Tell us.