DecodedCars2025 Cadillac CT5
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Midsize Cars
- Body styles
- 4dr Sedan AWD, 4dr Sedan RWD, V-Series 4dr Sedan AWD, V-Series 4dr Sedan RWD
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 6.2L 8-cyl
- Transmission
- manual
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 26 combined · 23 city / 32 hwy
- Length
- 193.7 in
- Curb weight
- 3,660–4,145 lb
- NHTSA rating
- ★★★★★
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- 5-star NHTSA safety ratingTop overall score in federal crash tests.
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 26 MPG combined, 13% below the 2025 midsize car average of 30 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 25 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Cadillac CT5 is a midsize car offered with 3 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 6.2L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 194 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 116-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,799 lb (4dr Sedan AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 26 MPG combined (23 city / 32 highway), 13% worse than the 2025 midsize car average of 30 MPG, for an estimated $3,150 a year in fuel.
In NHTSA crash testing it earned the top 5-star overall rating.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the unknown or other.
What changed for 2025
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 CT5 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 CT5 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Lansing, Michigan
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2025 CT5 configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan AWD | 193.7 in | 74 in | 57.1 in | 116.1 in | 63 / 63.8 in | 3,799 lb | 53/47 |
| 4dr Sedan RWD | 193.7 in | 74 in | 57.1 in | 116.1 in | 63 / 63.8 in | 3,660 lb | 51/49 |
| V-Series 4dr Sedan AWD | 193.7 in | 74 in | 57.1 in | 116.1 in | 63 / 63.8 in | 4,145 lb | |
| V-Series 4dr Sedan RWD | 193.7 in | 74 in | 57.1 in | 116.1 in | 63 / 63.8 in | 3,975 lb | |
| -V Blackwing 4dr Sedan RWD | 193.7 in | 74 in | 57.1 in | 116.1 in | 63 / 63.8 in | 4,123 lb | 54/46 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CT5 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 23 / 32 / 26 | -13% | $3,150 | 341 |
| CT5 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 30 / 25 | -17% | $3,300 | 361 |
| CT5 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 28 / 22 | -27% | $3,750 | 399 |
| CT5 V | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | -30% | $3,900 | 424 |
| CT5 AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | -30% | $3,900 | 422 |
| CT5 V AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | -33% | $4,100 | 445 |
| CT5 V | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 20 / 15 | -50% | $5,500 | 579 |
| CT5 V | 6.2L 8-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 20 / 15 | -50% | $5,500 | 587 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Cadillac CT5 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 9.5% |
| 2025 Cadillac CT5 4 DR RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 9.5% |
Similar 2025 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Cadillac CT5 (this car) | 26 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2025 BMW 5 Series | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Lexus IS | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2025 Tesla Model 3 | 363 mi | Not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Audi A6 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2025 Tesla Model S | 410 mi | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2025 Cadillac CT5.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2025 Cadillac CT5 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2025 Cadillac CT5 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Engine — 2 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 2 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Vehicle Speed Control — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Cadillac CT5. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other CT5 years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Cadillac. How we calculate this →