DecodedCars2026 Cadillac CT5
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 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, automatic
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 26 combined · 22 city / 31 hwy
- Length
- 193.7 in
- Curb weight
- 3,660–4,145 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 26 MPG combined, 17% below the 2026 midsize car average of 31.2 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 20 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
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).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 26 MPG combined (22 city / 31 highway), 17% worse than the 2026 midsize car average of 31.2 MPG, for an estimated $3,150 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the forward collision avoidance.
What changed for 2026
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2025 CT5 — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 CT5 →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Lansing, Michigan
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2026 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 | 53/47 |
| V-Series 4dr Sedan RWD | 193.7 in | 74 in | 57.1 in | 116.1 in | 63 / 63.8 in | 3,975 lb | 51/49 |
| -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 | 22 / 31 / 26 | -17% | $3,150 | 346 |
| CT5 AWD | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 30 / 24 | -23% | $3,400 | 370 |
| CT5 | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 / 28 / 22 | -29% | $3,750 | 399 |
| CT5 V | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | -33% | $3,900 | 423 |
| CT5 AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | All-Wheel Drive | 18 / 27 / 21 | -33% | $3,900 | 418 |
| CT5 V AWD | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 26 / 20 | -36% | $4,100 | 445 |
| CT5 V | 6.2L 8-cyl | Automatic (S10) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 20 / 15 | -52% | $5,500 | 580 |
| CT5 V | 6.2L 8-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 / 20 / 15 | -52% | $5,500 | 587 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Cadillac CT5.
Similar 2026 midsize cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Cadillac CT5 (this car) | 26 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 BMW 3 Series | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 BMW 5 Series | 31 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Lexus IS | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Tesla Model 3 | 363 mi | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Audi A6 | 24 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
Recalls (1)
Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual · Feb 26, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V114000 · 5,861 vehicles
- Problem
- General Motors has decided that certain 2027 Chevrolet Bolt EV, 2025-2026 Cadillac OPTIQ, Chevrolet Colorado, Equinox EV, GMC Canyon, 2026 Buick Enclave, Envision, Cadillac CT5, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade IQ, Escalade IQL, LYRIQ, VISTIQ, Chevrolet Blazer EV, Corvette Convertible, Corvette Coupe, Corvette Convertible E-Ray, Equinox, Silverado 1500, 2500, 3500, Silverado EV, Suburban 1500, Tahoe, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Hummer EV Pickup, Hummer EV SUV, Sierra 1500, 2500, 3500, Sierra EV, Terrain, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The radio may not have been set to the correct status to download the electronic owner's manual during production. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, âOccupant Protection.â
- Risk
- Without an owner's manual to consult, owners may not know how to safely use and operate the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will reset the vehicle radio, which will facilitate automatic download of the electronic ownerâs manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 16, 2026. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-866-467-9700, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020 or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-333-4223. The manufacturer's number for this recall is N252540430. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on February 26, 2026.
Not every 2026 Cadillac CT5 is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
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 →