DecodedCars2024 Cadillac CT5
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2024 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
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 27 combined · 23 city / 33 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 tech5 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 31 similar 2024 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2024 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 27 MPG combined (23 city / 33 highway), 6% worse than the 2024 midsize car average of 28.6 MPG, for an estimated $3,050 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 3 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the structure.
What changed for 2024
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2023 CT5 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2023; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2023 CT5 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Lansing, Michigan
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 3 2024 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 / 33 / 27 | -6% | $3,050 | 333 |
| CT5 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | -13% | $3,300 | 358 |
| CT5 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 27 / 22 | -23% | $3,750 | 406 |
| CT5 AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | -27% | $3,900 | 419 |
| CT5 V AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | -27% | $3,900 | 419 |
| CT5 V | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | -27% | $3,900 | 423 |
| CT5 V | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 21 / 16 | -44% | $5,150 | 558 |
| CT5 V | 6.2L 8-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 21 / 15 | -48% | $5,500 | 592 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2024 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Driver / passenger | Side | Side pole | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Cadillac CT5 4 DR AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 9.5% |
| 2024 Cadillac CT5 4 DR RWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 5★ / 5★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | 9.5% |
Similar 2024 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Cadillac CT5 (this car) | 27 MPG | ★★★★★ | 0 |
| 2024 BMW 3 Series | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 BMW 5 Series | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 27 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Lexus IS | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2024 Tesla Model 3 | 363 mi | Not rated | 5 |
| 2024 Audi A6 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2024 Cadillac CT5.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2024 Cadillac CT5 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2024 Cadillac CT5 buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Structure — 1 owner reports. Open and close every door, the hood and tailgate; look for rust or misaligned panels.
- Air Bags — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Service Brakes — 1 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2024 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 →