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30 Cadillac models since 2005 · 178 recall campaigns on file.
Current models
Cadillac Escalade
2005–2027 · 17 MPG · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
Cadillac CT5
2020–2026 · 26 MPG · Midsize Cars
Cadillac CELESTIQ
2025–2026 · 303 mi · Small Station Wagons
Cadillac CT4
2020–2026 · 26 MPG · Compact Cars
Cadillac LYRIQ
2023–2027 · 326 mi · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Cadillac XT5
2017–2026 · 24 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Cadillac XT6
2020–2025 · 23 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Cadillac VISTIQ
2026–2027 · 305 mi · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
Cadillac XT4
2019–2025 · 26 MPG · Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Cadillac OPTIQ
2026–2027 · 317 mi · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle
Cadillac at a glance
We have 30 Cadillac models on file, covering model years 2005 to 2027; 10 are on sale now: Escalade, CT5, CELESTIQ, CT4, LYRIQ, XT5, XT6 and VISTIQ and more.
The current lineup is made up of 7 SUVs, 2 cars and 1 station wagon.
The Cadillac CT5 is the most fuel-efficient at 26 MPG combined in its best version, while the Cadillac Escalade is the thirstiest at 17 MPG.
Its longest-range EV is the Cadillac LYRIQ, with up to 326 miles on a charge (EPA).
The most researched Cadillac right now is the Escalade (23,724 Wikipedia views in 30 days), followed by the CTS and CT5.
Across all models and years there are 178 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. The Cadillac Escalade has the most (45), and the Cadillac SRX has collected the most owner complaints (2,660). No recalls: Cadillac CELESTIQ.
On average, the best version of each current model returns 24 MPG combined.
Discontinued models include the CT6 (last sold 2020), CTS (last sold 2019), ATS (last sold 2019), XTS (last sold 2019) and XTS Hearse (last sold 2019).
Across all its models, owners most often report problems with the exterior lighting, engine and electrical system.
Its longest-running model in our data is the Escalade, with model years from 2005 to 2027.
Its current EVs average 313 miles of EPA range in their best versions.
Five stars overall in their latest NHTSA test: Escalade, CT5, LYRIQ, XT5, XT6 and XT4.
Every Cadillac model in one line
→ The 2026 Cadillac Escalade is a standard SUV offered with a 6.2L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel drive. It measures about 227 inches long and 81 inches wide on a 134-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,869 lb (Esv Luxury 4dr SUV).
→ The 2026 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).
→ The 2026 Cadillac CELESTIQ is a small station wagon powered by electricity and all-wheel drive. The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 303 miles and takes about 8 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
→ The 2026 Cadillac CT4 is a compact car offered with 3 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 2.7L 4-cyl turbo and 3.6L 6-cyl turbo) and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 187 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,578 lb (2.0l 4dr Sedan AWD).
→ The 2026 Cadillac LYRIQ is a small SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 197 inches long and 87 inches wide on a 122-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,611 lb.
→ The 2026 Cadillac XT5 is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.6L 6-cyl) and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 190 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,277 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
→ The 2025 Cadillac XT6 is a small SUV offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.6L 6-cyl) and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 199 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 113-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,689 lb.
→ The 2026 Cadillac VISTIQ is a standard SUV powered by electricity and all-wheel drive. It measures about 206 inches long and 87 inches wide on a 122-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 6,338 lb.
→ The 2025 Cadillac XT4 is a small SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 181 inches long and 77 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,896 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
→ The 2026 Cadillac OPTIQ is a standard SUV powered by electricity and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 190 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 116-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,203 lb.
→ The 2019 Cadillac CTS is a midsize car offered with 4 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.6L 6-cyl, 3.6L 6-cyl turbo and 6.2L 8-cyl) and rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. It measures about 196 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 115-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,777 lb (4dr Sedan 2.0l AWD).
→ The 2020 Cadillac CT6 is a large car offered with 2 engines (3.6L 6-cyl and 4.2L 8-cyl turbo) and all-wheel drive. It measures about 206 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 122-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,986 lb (Luxury AWD 4dr Sedan).
Current lineup compared
| Model | Years | Best MPG | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadillac Escalade | 2005–2027 | 17 MPG | 45 | 1,760 |
| Cadillac CT5 | 2020–2026 | 26 MPG | 6 | 112 |
| Cadillac CELESTIQ | 2025–2026 | 303 mi | 0 | 0 |
| Cadillac CT4 | 2020–2026 | 26 MPG | 5 | 34 |
| Cadillac LYRIQ | 2023–2027 | 326 mi | 11 | 138 |
| Cadillac XT5 | 2017–2026 | 24 MPG | 15 | 309 |
| Cadillac XT6 | 2020–2025 | 23 MPG | 12 | 110 |
| Cadillac VISTIQ | 2026–2027 | 305 mi | 4 | 25 |
| Cadillac XT4 | 2019–2025 | 26 MPG | 8 | 111 |
| Cadillac OPTIQ | 2026–2027 | 317 mi | 3 | 9 |
Past models
| Model | Years | Best MPG | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadillac CTS | 2005–2019 | 25 MPG | 18 | 925 |
| Cadillac CT6 | 2016–2020 | 21 MPG | 8 | 77 |
| Cadillac ATS | 2013–2019 | 25 MPG | 11 | 326 |
| Cadillac XTS | 2013–2019 | 22 MPG | 10 | 208 |
| Cadillac SRX | 2005–2016 | 19 MPG | 15 | 2,660 |
| Cadillac ELR | 2014–2016 | 32 MPG | 2 | 19 |
| Cadillac Armored Deville | 2005 | 15 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| Cadillac Armored DTS | 2006 | 14 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| Cadillac ATS-V | 2016–2018 | 20 MPG | 0 | 4 |
| Cadillac CTS-V | 2018 | 17 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| Cadillac DeVille | 2005 | 19 MPG | 1 | 18 |
| Cadillac DTS | 2006–2011 | 18 MPG | 3 | 206 |
| Cadillac Funeral Coach/Hearse | 2005–2011 | 14 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| Cadillac Limousine | 2005–2011 | 14 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| Cadillac STS | 2005–2011 | 21 MPG | 1 | 158 |
| Cadillac STS-V | 2006–2009 | 15 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| Cadillac XLR | 2005–2009 | 18 MPG | 0 | 32 |
| Cadillac XLR-V | 2006–2009 | 17 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| Cadillac XTS Hearse | 2013–2019 | 17 MPG | 0 | 0 |
| Cadillac XTS Limo | 2013–2019 | 17 MPG | 0 | 0 |