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Episode 416: 2026 Cadillac Vistiq, 2025 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid

Unnamed Automotive Podcast Aug 17, 2025 47 min

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The episode dives into the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq, an electric SUV that replaces the XT6, showcasing a modern design and impressive features. The hosts discuss its performance, spacious interior, and competitive pricing compared to rivals. They also touch on the 2025 Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid, highlighting its improved efficiency, practicality, and user-friendly technology. The conversation emphasizes the evolution of both vehicles, making them appealing options in their respective segments, while also addressing some drawbacks like cargo space and infotainment systems.

Topics: 2026 cadillac vistiq 2025 toyota prius plug-in hybrid electric vehicles three-row SUVs fuel efficiency interior space performance infotainment systems pricing market competition

Benjamin fires up the show with his take on the 2026 Cadillac Vistiq, an electric three-row crossover that seems to be replacing Caddy;s own XT6. With 102 kWh of battery on tap, and over 600 hp, this is a big player in the world of EVs, but what else makes it stand out? While the world of three-row EVs is relatively slim, Benjamin suggests that the Vistiq might have a chance to be the best in its class, if only GM could sort out some small teething issues first. Then the show turns towards plug-in hybrids, as Benjamin and Sami quickly discuss the 2025 Toyota Prius PHEV. Formerly crowned as car of the year, the guys pinpoint what makes this Prius special compared to previous ones, and whether this plug-in variant is one of the best commuter cars on the market. Thanks for listening!

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Chevrolet Nova

"...e province and the other one was I think based in Nova Scotia. So that was cool. Yeah. I mean, I always ..."

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Cadillac XT5

"...m and you wanted an SUV, you could get an XT4, an XT5 or XT6. You probably shouldn't have gotten any of..."

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Cadillac XT4

"... showroom and you wanted an SUV, you could get an XT4, an XT5 or XT6. You probably shouldn't have gotte..."

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Cadillac XT6

"...ou wanted an SUV, you could get an XT4, an XT5 or XT6. You probably shouldn't have gotten any of those."

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Cadillac Lyric

"So the OPTIQ slides in for the XT4. The Lyric is the XT5 replacement and that actually came fir..."

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Cadillac Escalade

"I get it. So I mean the Escalade is still in the mix. The gas powered one."

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Cadillac SRX

"...ff guard is that it replaced a vehicle called the SRX, which was a which was a sales leader. Like it ha..."

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Chevrolet Suburban

"... this from the wrong angle. OK, Chevrolet has the suburban, but it also has the traverse. Yeah, this is the ..."

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Suzuki X90

"Like well, great. There's the X 90, which I wouldn't recommend to anybody. I mean, it just has the worst user interface ever."

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Mercedes-Benz EQS

"It's awful. There's the Mercedes EQS, which is, I think, much more expensive. It's mor..."

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Rivian R1S

"... anyone. I mean, yeah, there's there's the Rivian R1S. We haven't driven that."

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Cadillac Optiq

"...rive that. I didn't I didn't see that on my on my OPTIQ that I know. I think they're coming out with a V ..."

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Dodge Charger

"... a little weird. I'm assuming also comes with two charger options, but they have the same range."

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Volvo EX90

"If you want more range, the Rivian R1S will do better. The Volvo Ex 90 is pretty much the same. So it's I'd say it's competitive."

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Ford F-150 Lightning

"...forever. Like charging that and charging the Ford Lightning or the Chevy Silverado, any of these like giganti..."

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Bmw Ix

"...w as well. There is one two row SUV EV called the BMW iX, which I think is very good, but doesn't come wit..."

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Toyota Prius

"...oing to take a look right now. That is the Toyota Prius plug-in. Sammy, this is the this is the Prius"

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Toyota RAV4

"...ght? Sure, you can get a Corolla Corolla Cross, a RAV4. Like the RAV4 was a sales monster and to add a h..."

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Toyota Corolla Cross

"...orolla hybrid, right? Sure, you can get a Corolla Corolla Cross, a RAV4. Like the RAV4 was a sales monster and to..."

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Ford Escape

"...nce you're past that, you're looking at like Ford Escape and RAV4 and stuff like there's nothing else that..."

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Volvo XC90

"...f Hondas, but I'm for sure going to be in a Volvo XC90 plug-in. Okay. All right."

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