Cadillac’s growing lineup of EVs are a stylish symbol of GM’s electrification strategy with the Lyriq, Optiq, and the Escalade IQ all bringing their own flavor of luxury and range to consumers. However, the bulk of the spotlight in regards to updates is usually focused only on powertrains and other high-priority items. However, Cadillac is focusing some updates on the feature content of its models with all 2026 models getting a big upgrade in audio technology for picky audiophiles with the new Dolby Atmos sound system.
Dolby Atmos systems coming to all models, but there’s a catch
The big update for 2026 is that all Cadillac models will get access to the Dolby Atmos premium sound system. The nifty feature has already been out in models from Mercedes-Benz, Rivian, Lotus, Polestar, and more in embracing the technology for their vehicles. The EVs will naturally be the spearheads for the technology but while some models will have Atmos standard, others won’t, and those models will require buyers to pay extra for the privilege. Check the box though and your EV will get surround sound quality audio with the Atmos system requiring certain media to make it go at its best. That’s no problem though since Amazon Music, Apple CarPlay (sorry no Android Auto) Tidal HiFi and Audible audiobooks are all compatible with it.
Remember the catch we mentioned earlier? That comes if you think you can get Atmos in an ICE-powered Cadillac model with the brand confirming those models will miss out on it and instead have their pre-existing sound systems with the Atmos upgrade being reserved for the EVs. Â
Carl Malek has been an automotive journalist for over 10 years. First starting out as a freelance photographer before making the transition to writing during college, his work has appeared on numerous automotive forums as well as websites such as Autoshopper.com.
Carl is also a big fan of British vehicles with the bulk of his devotion going to the Morgan Motor Company as well as offerings from Lotus, MG, and Caterham. When he is not writing about automobiles, Carl enjoys spending time with his family and friends in the Metro Detroit area, as well as spending time with his adorable pets.