
- Motortrend.
https://www.motortrend.com/cars/cadillac/ct5/2020/2020-cadillac-ct5-20t-pros-and-cons-review/
- Motortrend.The Cadillac CT5 sedan replaces both the CTS and ATS—the former our 2014 Car of the Year winner and still a sport sedan we hold in high regard. So this new Caddy has some big shoes to fill. Unfortunately for Cadillac, the CT5 comes up a few sizes too small.
- Motortrend.The Cadillac CT5 sedan replaces both the CTS and ATS—the former our 2014 Car of the Year winner and still a sport sedan we hold in high regard. So this new Caddy has some big shoes to fill. Unfortunately for Cadillac, the CT5 comes up a few sizes too small.
You have to click through the link in the list at the end of the review to see performance numbers. The sad results:Apparently the 'it needs to be less intimidating' mantra permeated more than just the V-series. By MT's feedback, the price, performance (though they don't mention any times), and chassis tuning were all dialed back...and this was a 'Sport' model. Yes, the V models will address the sporty shortcomings MT noted, but that means that only the most expensive models will have much appeal for the enthusiast. Does that make the CT5 more 'accessible' than the CTS?...yes (especially pricing), but I wonder if most of the folks that would be turned off by some of those harder edges are mostly CUV shoppers now, anyway. I guess it's no wonder then that the lists of pros & cons for the CTS and CT5 has basically been flipped.
Accel, 0-60 mph | 7.1 sec |
Quarter Mile | 15.3 sec @ 91.9 mph |
Braking, 60-0 mph | 114 ft |
Lateral Acceleration | 0.88 g (avg) |
MT Figure Eight | 26.2 sec @ 0.68 g (avg) |
Blame GM for setting up the 3 series comparison - that's the marketing spin they've gone with, despite the size differential. They would also have you believe that the soon-to-be-departed CT6 would be the 5-series competitor, despite being around 10" longer. It makes about as much sense as Chevy bringing out a car that "replaces both the Cruze and Malibu", then telling everyone it's a 'compact segment' competitor because it's 1" shorter than the Malibu and the starting price is in line with a Toyota Corolla.The review is off base because they’re comparing the CT5 to a BMW 3 series. Wrong class. Should be in the midsize 5 series class.
So what do we think for the 3.0TT for 0-60? Sub 5 seconds? Or is that wishful thinking? Order guide has it rated at 360hp and 405lb-ft of torque.The 7.1 0-60 is poor. I thought maybe they found a way to have the new less powerful 2.0 with 10 speed,
perform about the same as the previous 2.0, with the 8-speed, being 5.6 in ATS + 5.8 in CTS.
I could understand 6.1 sec, but not 7.1. It looks like the 3.0 is the way to go, if we want some perf.
- Kelly Blue BookThe 2020 Cadillac CT5 is an all-new luxury sedan that replaces the CTS in the American automaker’s lineup. Though slightly smaller than the model it replaces, the new CT5 is something of a ‘tweener: Dimensionally it is closer to a midsize sedan, but it has a starting price lower than compact-luxury sedans like the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. In addition to a base price below $40,000, the CT5 has an alluring, angular design and offers Cadillac’s Super Cruise hands-free driving system.
Beyond those traits, however, the Cadillac CT5 has an uphill battle against better, more entrenched rivals. Its standard turbocharged 4-cylinder engine has less power than those of its competitors, the Cadillac’s driving manners are not as enjoyable, its cabin feels more cramped, and the vehicle’s overall interior and technology feel a step behind those of rivals ranging from the aforementioned Germans to the fresh Genesis G70 and Volvo S60.
The 2020 CT5 is unmistakably a Cadillac, with a big, multi-coloured crest adorning the middle of the black front grille and the trunk lid in the rear. We’ll forgive you for saying it looks like one of Audi’s Sportback models when viewed from the sides. According to Cadillac, it’s more of an homage to large, coupe-like sedans designed by the excellent Bill Mitchell, such as the Sixty Special.
- Winnipeg Free PressThe biggest problem is the base engine. For some reason, Cadillac chose a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder that produces 237 horsepower at 5,000 r.p.m. — 41 horsepower less than the comparable engine in the old CTS, which didn’t rank among the most potent in its class to begin with.
The slow takeoffs and passing manoeuvres don’t do justice to the dynamic chassis and make us wonder why this car is called the CT5 Sport. The addition of a heavy AWD system no doubt makes it worse.
You're most likely right - a CT5 with the 3.0TT should be available for considerably less than a CTS with the 3.6 was, but rockit's right, the 3.0TT is not available on the Sport trim. Per the most recent Order Guide & pricing information:I don't see a major issue here in the engine department. Yes, that 2.0 is a definite disappointment, particularly in light of the old 2.0. But the 3.0 TT V6 will more than make up for it. Compared to the engine it more or less directly replaces (the old 3.6 High Feature V6), you have the same hp rating, but a more-than-healthy 116 lb. ft. more torque, if my numbers are correct. It's available on Premium Lux and Sport trims...you'll have no want for power in those babies. Price, I'd imagine, would be comparable (or even less than) the old CTS 3.6. Anyone with info on that could correct me.
- CarbuzzIs the 2020 Cadillac CT5 a good car?
- Exterior Design8/10
- Performance7/10
- Fuel Economy8/10
- Interior & Cargo8/10
- Infotainment & Features8/10
- Reliability8/10
- Safety9/10
- Value For Money9/10
- Guide Auto WebWhere’s the Tiger?
The Cadillac CT5 Sport offers a pretty decent driving position with a thick steering wheel full of useful controls, aluminum pedals, a nice footrest and position memory. The seat is beautifully sculpted and quite comfortable, too. On the road, the car feels solid and stable while displaying commendable agility.
The biggest problem is the base engine. For some reason, Cadillac chose a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder that produces 237 horsepower at 5,000 rpm—41 horsepower less than the comparable engine in the old CTS, which didn’t rank among the most potent in its class to begin with.
GM developed this seemingly higher tech 2.0 with less power and a bit better gas mileage. Seems likes it's OK in a Cruze or XT4 Base. Seems like it would have been cheaper to just keep using the 2.0 from ATS/CTS.The biggest problem is the base engine. For some reason, Cadillac chose a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder that produces 237 horsepower at 5,000 rpm—41 horsepower less than the comparable engine in the old CTS, which didn’t rank among the most potent in its class to begin with.
Big question is what suspension does the V+AWD give you though? FE3 MRC or some lesser setup?It is nice that at the new V can be optioned with AWD + All Season tires.
Good catch, and not surprising since that was the plan at the outset. With virtually identical torque specs, the difference in 0-60 should be negligible between the two. V owners will get bragging rights, but the average butt dyno may not be able to detect anything until you get into comparing mid-range pull, where hp means more.Order guide has been updated to add a footnote to the Prem Lux, to say the Prem Lux gets 335 HP. V still 360 HP.
Sport still no 3.0.
Mechanical section-(LGY) Engine, 3.0L Twin Turbo V6, SIDI with Automatic Stop/Start, added footnote 1 to 1SD which reads "335 hp and 400 lb-ft of torque (Cadillac estimated)".