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2023 Cadillac CT5

The 2023 Cadillac CT5 is a midsize car, rated at 27 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.

2023 Cadillac CT5
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Combined MPG
27
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$42,000
Recalls
1

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeCadillac
ModelCT5
Model year2023
Vehicle classMidsize Car

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement2 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S10)
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG23
Highway MPG33
Combined MPG27
CO₂ tailpipe333 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2850

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
CT527 MPG combined
CT522 MPG combined
CT5 AWD25 MPG combined
CT5 AWD21 MPG combined
CT5 V21 MPG combined
CT5 V16 MPG combined
CT5 V15 MPG combined
CT5 V AWD21 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City23 MPG
Highway33 MPG
Combined27 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

CT527 MPG
Class average36.9 MPG

About 27% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$740/mo
Amount financed
$37,800
Total interest
$6,576
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5-year fuel cost
$7,444

$1,489/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG27
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (1)

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE22V903000 · 2022-12-08

    General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Cadillac CT4 and CT5; 2021-2023 Buick Envision; and 2022-2023 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles. The daytime running lights (DRLs) may not deactivate when the headlights are on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    Remedy: The body control module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2023. Owners may contact GMC customer service at 1-888-988-7267, Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020, or Cadillac customer service at 1-800-458-8006. GM's number for this recall is N222386380. This recall expands previous recall number 22V-827.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2023 Cadillac CT5?

The 2023 Cadillac CT5 is EPA-rated at 27 MPG combined (23 city / 33 highway).

Is the 2023 Cadillac CT5 reliable?

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2023 Cadillac CT5. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2023 Cadillac CT5?

The 2023 Cadillac CT5 earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2023 Cadillac CT5?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2023 Cadillac CT5 costs roughly $1,489 per year to fuel, or about $7,444 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2023 Cadillac CT5?

The 2023 Cadillac CT5 is classified as a midsize car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC